AHHHH! Sorry readers, I know it's taken me awhile to get this review up! Things have been super crazy in Lipgloss-land lately. BIG NEWS: I'm buying a condo! AHHHHHH!!! Between that and marathon training I've hardly had time for anything else. But I haven't forgotten about you guys! So here it is--the April BeautyBox5!
Beauty Box 5 is a monthly subscription service that delivers five beauty or skincare samples to your doorstep for only $12 a month (and the shipping is free)! Ordering recurring boxes gives you an even greater discount.
April's theme is "Shades of Beauty."
BH Cosmetics California Collection Eyeshadow Palette
Full sized: $18.95 for a palette (see website)
BB5: deluxe sample
When I opened my April BB5, these were my immediate favorite. However, after trying them out, I wasn't in love with them. These shadows were a little powdery and didn't quite go together perfectly (you can make them work though). The lasting power was slightly below average. They're just okay.
Full sized: $18.95 for a palette (see website)
BB5: deluxe sample
When I opened my April BB5, these were my immediate favorite. However, after trying them out, I wasn't in love with them. These shadows were a little powdery and didn't quite go together perfectly (you can make them work though). The lasting power was slightly below average. They're just okay.
Bonne Bell Lip Liner in Warm Brick
Full sized: $3.95
BB5: full-sized ($3.95 value)
Oh Bonne Bell... you were my favorite company ever when I first forayed into makeup in my teens! I was surprised to see a Bonne Bell lip pencil in my BB5! This tugged a little, but less than I had expected for a lip pencil at this price point. Also, "Warm Brick" is totally a (nearly) universally flattering shade!
Full sized: $3.95
BB5: full-sized ($3.95 value)
Oh Bonne Bell... you were my favorite company ever when I first forayed into makeup in my teens! I was surprised to see a Bonne Bell lip pencil in my BB5! This tugged a little, but less than I had expected for a lip pencil at this price point. Also, "Warm Brick" is totally a (nearly) universally flattering shade!
Nicka K New York Hydro Lipstick in Daring
Full sized: $4.99 for 0.12 oz
BB5: full-sized ($4.99 value)
This has a slightly fruity scent. I received Daring, a bright, true red shade, which is so classic and gorgeous and intense. It's a good formula, not drying. And the packaging is nice looking.
Full sized: $4.99 for 0.12 oz
BB5: full-sized ($4.99 value)
This has a slightly fruity scent. I received Daring, a bright, true red shade, which is so classic and gorgeous and intense. It's a good formula, not drying. And the packaging is nice looking.
Jergens Natural Glow – 3 Days To Glow Moisturizer
Full sized: $9.99 for 4 oz
BB5: 3 day sample
I've used Jergens in the past--it's good stuff and very affordable. The scent is not bad (has a little bit of that self-tanner scent to it but it's partially masked), and the color looks like an actual tan, not orange.
Full sized: $9.99 for 4 oz
BB5: 3 day sample
I've used Jergens in the past--it's good stuff and very affordable. The scent is not bad (has a little bit of that self-tanner scent to it but it's partially masked), and the color looks like an actual tan, not orange.
Blum Naturals All Purpose Cleansing Wipes
Full sized: $2.49 for 30 wipes
BB5: 30 wipes
This was by far the most practical item in the April BB5 (theoretically)! The fresh scent isn't overpowering, and it fits conveniently in my glove box for when I need it. The wipes are a little delicate and sometimes rip when I'm trying to pull them out of the mini tub though.
Full sized: $2.49 for 30 wipes
BB5: 30 wipes
This was by far the most practical item in the April BB5 (theoretically)! The fresh scent isn't overpowering, and it fits conveniently in my glove box for when I need it. The wipes are a little delicate and sometimes rip when I'm trying to pull them out of the mini tub though.
Overall, the April 2014 Beauty Box was a decent value value. Unfortunately, there wasn't anything I was just wild about, but all in all some practical and classic items.