February Birchbox

and a little extra.

February Birchbox

I missed posting about my January box as I was so busy with work and then Dad got so sick there just wasn't the time or the inclination. By the time I got around to it my February box had already landed on my doorstep. 

However, there was one great little product in the January box that I can't go by without mentioning.

It is the Rodial night cream. It just smells and feels absolutely amazing on my skin. I think a full tube retails at around £75 - that'll be why then. I shall make sure that this little tube is squeezed to within an inch of it's life to get every drop out. It really hydrates and smooths the skin out overnight.

This month also has a great night cream in it as well.

Beauty Protector - Protect and Oil for hair

Eyeko - Skinny liquid eye liner

Coryse Salome ultimate anti age restorative night cream

Leighton Denny nail colour ( This is a gorgeous dusky pink when on - love it.)

Green and Blacks chocolate


The chocolate got eaten straight away so no close up of that one!

December Birchbox

And a little catch up.

After This Post about my big news I planned to get myself organised and prepare for the start of my new job in January.

However for reasons that I won't go into I got an early morning phone call on Thursday asking if I would mind starting "today"?

Hence the lack of blog posts .I have been a little preoccupied.

My need to be organised has well and truly be challenged in so many ways this year, but I am getting there slowly. 

So onto all things beauty.

December Birchbox

I do like it that Birchbox includes brands that I haven't tried before . I have found that items are now creeping their way into my daily routine. When the samples are gone I am missing them so re order the full size if they are amazing. The Ritesens creme cleanser was just lovely and I have now reordered it. It suits my skin at this time of year and lasts for ages. I was intrigued to see another similar milk cleanser in the box this month so will be trying that out with a view to adding that in. I find my skin gets accustomed to cleansers so I like to have a few on rotation. 

• Number 4 Non areosol hairspray - a great handbag size
• Nail Rock Nail velvet - I tried this out straight away - I didn't do a great job as it was late, but it gives a lovely velvet effect. See the ring finger!!

• Twistband - I am hooked on these - they don't bend or damage your hair.
• Naobay Milk cleanser - lovely for dry skin
• Alima Pure shimmer eye shadow - this looks pretty.
• Aromatherapy Associated Bath and shower Gel - Smells divine

I am always happy with my little samples. It is a treat each month. I suspect it is not for everyone, but now I am working full time and don't seem to have a moment to spare  I shall enjoy my box even more.

Any tips from you working mums on time management gratefully received at this point in time!!

November Birchbox

Bursting at the seams!

• Spa Find Sculpted Silhouette Intensive Bust Firming Extract Serum- Hmmm I'm glad this states it is for the neck and décolleté too! Lovely little bottle though.

• Weleda Replenishing Oat Shampoo - lovely travel size and for dry hair prone to breakage so perfect for me ( Birchbox do a beauty questionaire so they cater for your needs)

• Laura Mercier Body Butter Ambre Vanille - to be honest they had me at Laura Mercier, but a Body Butter in any scent would do me too! LOVE.

• Pukka Herbs selection of tea - ok the confession is the earl grey was the first thing I used out of this months box - lovely, lovely, lovely. The last tea they sent me (peppermint teapigs) became an addiction so I'd better be careful.

• Chella Highlighter pencil - I have a highlighter powder and stick and cream so it seems sensible really to have a pencil too.

• English Laundry Eau de Parfum ( quince, jamine and musk)- love anything that has the scent of jasmine and these small samples are great for the handbag to freshen up after a day in the classroom!

• Birchbox Pencil Sharpener - I'm always forgetting where I'm putting mine so it'll be good to have a spare. I think my existing one is the only one I've ever had - it must be donkeys (thats all I'm saying) years old.

I'm especially enjoying these boxes at the moment as I am still sticking to my "No New Make Up/Products " rule . I am using up all my existing stash and products until after Christmas. It is amazing what I have found! However, It is lovely to have a box of goodies each month. My only concession is products that run out and have nothing to replace them.

Are you a great tea drinker? 

What is your favourite tea tipple?

October Birchbox

Beauty Box

There is one product in this box that I have been wanting for ages - I smiled out loud when I opened the box. I do enjoy my little treats each month - and the ones I don't use my nieces love!

Laura Mercier tinted Moisturiser - LOVE LOVE LOVE

Akane MAsk Cocoon Nocturne - a gel mask to wear over night . Ive not tried this yet.

KMS California Curl Up Wave Foam Mousse - KMS are consistently good products so I will use this next time I curl my hair.

theBalm Cosmetics Stainiac - I have used theBalm blush I got a few months back almost every day and will get the full size when it's all gone. This lip and cheek stain is almost as great! 

Dr.Lipp Nipple Balm for Lips - beautiful balm and really works. I need a full size tube of this.

UltraDEX - Whitening Tootpaste - looks important, but I haven't seen a difference yet, but that could be the coffee.

Egyptian Magic - sachets of healing skin cream. Rich and gorgeous. Again this I could use over and over. One sachet has gone already.

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September Birchbox

We have so much going on around the house at the moment this months box nearly got overlooked. The hall floor is coming up and the new flagstone flooring is being laid throughout the downstairs of the house . I was glad to be working for a couple of days this week!

Septembers box for me was a lovely little treat. I know I say it again and again, but I really enjoy getting these boxes. I also understand that it isn't for everyone. I love the surprise of not knowing what is in my box and unwrapping it each month. I have not once been disappointed.

Reverence de Bastien Nail Polish £16.00( Full size)

Bioderma Micellar Water £9.99 (sample)

Modelco Party Proof Lipstick £15.50 for set of 3 ( one full size in box)

Aromatherapy Associates Revive Body Gel £31.00  ( Good size sample!)

Molton Brown Ylang Ylang Body Lotion £18.00 ( sample)

Green and Blacks White Chocolate ( £2.99) ( sample)

I tried the nail polish out and it went on beautifully . It did chip after a couple of days, but this is usual for me and my lifestyle! The Bioderma is great for removing make up, but waterproof mascara needs somethings a little stronger. The lipstick is a lovely colour, but does not last as suggested. I shall enjoy it anyway. The gel is absolutely gorgeous - feels like your skin drinks it in. The Molton Brown scent was not for me somehow - not quite as strong as I expected. The chocolate didn't last past the photographs! Yum.

So at the moment I shall be continuing my Birchbox subscription . I enjoy my little treat each month.

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BirchBox

August

  Birchbox have teamed up with Instyle magazine this month and have a great selection of products to try again.

I have found that I have changed a few items over the year in my skin and hair care routine due to products that I have discovered through this box. I look forward to it every month. Already the hair oil has become a bit of a favourite this month, but I have just spent my birchbox points so will make this sample last as long as I can!

Bluemandarines skinLife Energetic Cellular Cream

Montibel.lo Gold oil essence

Gerda Spillman Hydro Pearls

LAQA& Co Lip Pencil

Molton Brown Body Wash

Propercorn - Fiery Worcester Sauce and Sun Dried Tomato

BirchBox Gel Mask

My last order from Birchbox was for some hair detangler that I have fallen in love with and some hair ties. At first glance I thought the hair ties were a rip off when one arrived in my box, but I can't do without them now. They are so gentle on your hair. In my order were two complimentary gifts too. A mirror and eyebrow curler!

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BirchBox

July's Box

Arriving just at the right time when I'm feeling in the need of a treat...

July's box!

BirchBox July JET SET

The theme for this month's box is Jet Set to celebrate the sunniest season of the year featuring hard working products from far flung destinations.

The contents are a great pick for me this month. 

July Birchbox -  The Contents

Chia Shots - with a Chia Green Smootie recipe. I have just started using Chia seeds in our Eat Clean regime as they help to lower high cholesterol which unfortunatley our family suffer from.

Chia Seeds

The Balm Cosmetics Blush - in stain long wearing powder staining blush. I have been wanting to try something from The Balm since Essie Button started raving about the brand. I love Essie Button's reviews! 

The Balm Staining Blush

Nougat London Hand Cream - a rich formula of handcream - perfect size for travel.



Noble Isle bath and Shower gel -  divine scent!

Noble Isle Bath and Shower Gel. Nougat  Hand Cream

Electric Hair Mask  - Intensive Treatment Mask - A weekly treatment with coconut and Olive Oil

Electric Hair Mask

Blanc Cachemire Creme De Jour Protectrice - a lightweight moisturising cream.

Blanc Cachemire moisturising creme

I love trying out these products each month. I know for some it does not hold the appeal, but I do have an unhealthy healthy obsession with all things beauty/health so it is a real treat every month for me.

I can't wait to try out the hair mask and the blush in particular. I'll let you know how they fare!

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