Birchbox

Birch Box – December

December 12, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

The Details:

Number 4 non-aerosol hairspray//Embryolisse moisturizer//Color Club nail polish//Harvey Prince perfume//twistband hair tie

Hi Pretties,
Today is my Friday, so I’m all smiles! But a little sad too, my last Birchbox for 2013. Last year I suggested a subscription service as a great holiday gift that keeps on giving. I chose Birchbox and for $10 each month I receive a box of goodies related to health and beauty. It’s like having a personal shopper to go out and try these goodies and send you the best of the best. The products are sample size, but definitely usable and you can buy the full size products on the site. Now one aspect of Birchbox I didn’t use much this year and really should have was the Points Program. You can leave a review for each product to get points on your account and translate those points into dollars to buy products.

This month’s theme is Sparkle and Shine for the holidays. I don’t really see the how the products reflect the theme but I do like the moisturizer that’s also a makeup remover. Birchbox introduced Cynthia Rowley’s makeup line and the Birchbox mobile app so that’s good news.

For the most part, I have happily ran to the mailbox to snag some awesome products, but towards the end of the year, the boxes were less “Wow!” and more “What?”. I’m leaning towards continuing Birchbox as I really do love sampling the latest and greatest in health and beauty every month for just $10 bucks and you cancel at anytime. I’m giving Birchbox a B+. Use this code to start your own Birchbox http://birch.ly/1h2Qnbl. Can’t wait to hear what you think!

I’m considering a second subscription here. Are you considering a subscription service for 2014?

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birch Box – November

November 14, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello Pretty ones,
Another cold day in The A, brrrr! It’s Birchbox time and I can’t believe my subscription is almost over with this, my 11th box. With the advent of the holiday season, this month’s theme is “More Good” as Birchbox teams up with No Kid Hungry donating a portion of sales to this worthy organization.

Beauty Protector Protect & Shampoo/Conditioner//Chella Highlighter Pencil//Chuao Chocolatier Popcorn Pop Chocolate Bar//Eyeko Black Magic Mascara in Black//

I have two faves from this box. First, mascara in a tube, yes. Unique packaging but the magic is in the sickle-shaped wand that creates beautiful thick lashes and is water-resistant lasting up to 12 hours. And an added feature is the Eyeko Shield that reduces smudging. My second favorite is the Pop Corn Pop (puffed whole grains/toasted corn chips) and it pops in your mouth, for real! At 60 calories a real treat.

The Birchbox Holiday Gift Guide is chocked full of gift ideas for everyone on your list from the foodie to the techie! And the section on stocking stuffers (my favorite) has some awesome gifts for the dudes and divas in your life!

Pretties, what can I say, this box was “lite” as was last months. I’m hoping they are saving the best for last with the December box! I hope the December box has “must haves” from 2013?

What would you want to see included in the December Birchbox?

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birchbox – October

October 17, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello Pretties,
One more day before the weekend because Friday really kicks off the weekend! I can’t believe my Birchbox subscription is almost ending, only 2 boxes left. The theme for the October Birchbox is Beauty Buzz, and contains products that are buzz worthy. Here’s a peek!

The Details:
Serious Skincare – Glycolic Gommage Extreme Renewal Exfoliating Facial
the Balm – Stainiac in Beauty Queen
Atelier Cologne – Orange Sanguine Cologne Absolue
DDF – Wrinkle Resist Plus Pore Minimizer Moisturizing Serum
Bonus – Chap Stick 8 hour Lip balm

I’m ashamed to say I have never exfoliated my skin but the Gommage Exfoliating Facial sounds like it will bring back the healthy glow and in just 10 minutes. I generally only wear fragrance when I’m going out at night and prefer woody, floral scents. I’m loving Calvin Klein Euphoria right now. But talk about fruity, the Atelier Cologne smells just like oranges…LOL. This is a fresh clean scent perfect to dab on for day events. It’s a bit pricey at $95 a bottle. Most buzz worthy is the 8 hour lip balm – no more applying and reapplying. As the weather gets cooler, this chap stick will definitely come in handy and keep this in mind as a great stocking stuffer!

The goodies in this box seemed a little on the light side. Perhaps Birchbox is gearing up for bigger boxes chocked full of goodies for the holiday season. I’m starting to research a new subscription for 2014, I’ll keep you posted.

Do you wear fragrance for day or night, or both?

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birchbox – September

September 17, 2013 by robincharmagne 2 Comments

Hi Pretties,
This week has been busy already and it’s just Tuesday. It’s Birchbox time! This month’s box theme is heritage and celebrates the three-year anniversary of Birchbox, woohoo!!

Serge Normant Meta Luxe Hair Spray//Juice Beauty Green Apple Peel Sensitive//Borracha Wine Wipes Compact//RUFFIAN The Crowdsourced CollectionNail Lacquer//Jouer Moisturizing Lip Gloss//Special Offer from Jouer

Pretties, I have to tell ya’, this box was a little lite. I mean, it’s their anniversary and they really didn’t go all out on this box. I like the RUFFIAN Nail lacquer, it was chosen by the subscribers, but other than that, I was really expecting more for a special occasion. I thought the most unusual item was the Wine Wipes that remove wine stains as you enjoy your favorite Merlot or Malbec, cute idea developed with a sommelier! I still love my Birchbox subscription service, looking forward to the October box!

Would you use a product like the Wine Wipes? Have a Terrific Tuesday!

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birch Box – August

August 12, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello pretties,
I hope everyone had a great weekend. I have to tell you lovelies, I’m exhausted. Between a heavy workbench and new projects and an ill parent, I’m beat. Hoping for a lighter work week and just a tad bit of downtime to recharge and regroup. But a short trip to the mailbox this weekend made me smile when I spied that pink box from Birchbox. Here’s a peek.

This month’s Birchbox theme is finishing touches and a collabo with Ann Taylor. This box focuses on those little touches that finish off an outfit. And, Ann Taylor has curated a cool list of finishing touches for your fall wardrobe. A special added bonus, not one but two coupons for 20% or 30% off your purchases! Love the coupons and the stila lipstick, can’t wait to try it! Another happy Birchboxer!

The details(from the top):
It’s a 10 Miracle leave-in Product//Whish Exfoliating Body Wash and Hair Inhibiting Deodorant Swipes//stila stay all Day Liquid lipstick//(MALIN+GOETZ) Vitamin e Face moisturizer//
Awesome Ann Taylor Coupons

Click here to see all these goodies!

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birch Box – June

June 18, 2013 by robincharmagne 6 Comments

Hi there pretties,
It’s been raining so much here, good for the flora and fauna, not so much for getting out and about! Let’s have a terrific Tuesday! It’s BirchBox time! Yep the June box is on point with its focus on Wanderlust! Yeah let’s get out-of-town with products sourced from around the world!

I love the postcards which really put me in vaca mode! I like to send my postcards on the first day of the trip so I don’t get home before they do! Here’s a link to all the goodies sourced from near and far with full-sized pricing!

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birch Box – May

May 23, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello pretties,
Oh Thursday, how I love you! Count down to the holiday weekend. It’s Birch box time! The folks at Birch box want to know how we really feel about this month’s box and are giving away full-size versions of everything in the box when we tweet our responses. Pretty cool! The May box is a bit different, take a peek:

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Yep, that’s a pen! I love a good pen so I was happy to see this addition to the box.

The Details:
Beauty Protector – perfect for any type//COOLA – Moisturizer with SPF perfect for summer//Joie – a new scent with mandarin, rose, and sandalwood//Sumita – eyeliner that goes on smooth!

Besides the most practical and pretty pen, I’m going to cheat on my Lancome Eyeliner pencil. I’ve used this brand for 20 years and now trying the Sumita eyeliner. Do you have a long time beauty product you’d ditch for something new?

And we have a winner! Congrats!
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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birchbox – April

April 23, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello Pretties,
Hope your week is off to a good start. I posted, or shall I say tried to post yesterday but I was pooped from my trip last week and totally goofed. First, thank you to three amazing bloggers Kenye at Glow Kouture Style, April at The Striped Flamingo, and Toya at Ms. Travel Chic for guest blogging last week. Hope you lovelies enjoyed them as much as I do!

On to the April Birchbox. Man, I love me some Birchbox! My love language is receiving gifts, learn more here. So getting a gift every month is right up my alley. This month’s features a collabo with Women’s Health, take a peek at the goodies!

Birchbox – April

Good stuff

Caudalie Oil

Mirenesse Lipstick

Application guide

Nexxus Elixir

StriVectin Cream

Mighty Leaf Tea

Women’s Health Subscription

These goodies are “tiny tweaks” to your beauty routine that can lead to “big results”. Super excited to try the StriVectin for those tiny lines starting to show…uggg!

Have you tried Birchbox? Here’s a special link just for my pretties! Let me know what you think!

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Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birchbox – February

February 19, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello Pretties,
Yay another Birchbox. I posted about my first box here. This month’s theme is The Red Carpet, very fitting in light of the recent Grammy Awards and BET Honors and the upcoming Academy Awards.

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1 – SKIN & Co. body gel; 2 – Lancome – eye makeup remover; 3 – Color Club nail polish; 4 – Twistband – headband; 5 – Ghiradelli chocolate square

I put my “eyes” on everyday, eyeliner and mascara so the eye makeup remover is perfect. It is frequently rated as a best beauty buy, super excited to try it. And, getting a sweet treat in the box is an extra special bonus! Have you subscribed to Birchbox yet?

Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne

Birchbox

January 24, 2013 by robincharmagne Leave a Comment

Hello Pretties,

Last Christmas, I suggested subscription services as a great gift for the person who has everything. Well, I wanted to try it myself and signed up for Birchbox. Weeks went by with no word and then I got an email and guess what I have a subscription.
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I chose the $10.00 plan where monthly I get a box of beauty and lifestyle goodies from name brand companies as well as new and upcoming brands. I’m not a real beauty and cosmetics girl so I thought a subscription service would be a good way to learn about products and trends so I can share them with YOU!

Simple packaging! I like it!

Welcome Note

Who doesn’t like pink wrapping?

The goodies

What’s in the box?
1- My Prime – moisturizing primer
2- Frownies – hydrator spray
3- Uber – roasted nut roll
4-Model Co. – lip gloss
5-Juicy Couture – Viva la Juicy

You can choose a plan for men too. Can’t wait for my next goodie box! It’s a nice treat to look forward to each month. You can join here.

Have you tried a subscription service? Let me know how you liked it!

Keep it Pretty,
robincharmagne