Hey Beauty and Subscription Box Lovers! These are the subscription box products I received and tested this week. These are my honest opinions and suggestions. I have linked where you can buy the products if you so choose. I hope you learn more about the products subscription boxes offer. I really enjoy testing these products. Let me know what you think in the comments below!
PRODUCT TESTING:
Indie Lee COQ-10 Toner ($32)
I received this product (sample) in my May 2016 Marzia VIM Box. This toner was pretty nice. It is a very small sample so I didn’t get many uses out of it. It is a bit drying so I think it would be great for acne-prone skin. It didn’t irritate my skin and it felt nice. I wouldn’t repurchase it, but I did like it.
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Hikari Eye Crayon in Hazelnut ($13)
I received this product in my June 2016 Tombox. This eye crayon is very pigmented and creamy. I don’t own any crayons in this shade. It was fairly easy to blend and you can get away with using it as an eyeshadow. It also works great as a base. I really love how the look turned out and how easy this eye crayon was to use. It lasted all day long and didn’t budge. It also didn’t crease at all! It is perfect for the hot, humid summer weather. I would definitely pick up more of these eye crayons…especially on sale!
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Keranique Lift and Repair Treatment Spray ($18)
I received this product in my June 2016 Beautyfix Box. I was so hoping to love this treatment spray, but I don’t. I wasn’t a fan of Keranique before and I still am not. This treatment spray did nothing for my hair. I used it on damp hair and I just didn’t like it. I should have tried using it with my blow dryer and I still might. However, it makes my hair feel really crunchy and like straw. It weighed my hair down and my hair looked so dried out. I will most likely be giving this away because I won’t be using it again. Keranique just doesn’t work with my hair.
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Skinfood Black Sugar Serum (Light) ($23.88)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 3BBox. I really like this serum. It is very light which is perfect for summer. It sinks into the skin very quickly and just feels so refreshing. It also doesn’t have a strong scent which is really nice. It is an awesome serum and I would definitely consider repurchasing.
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It’s Skin Todak Todak Pack Nutrition ($2.99)
I received this product in my June 2016 3BBox. This is a clear gel type mask. It is gooey and fun to apply. It was a bit messy, but I really liked applying it. It felt great and refreshing on the skin. It doesn’t dry and took a little bit of effort to rinse off. My skin was left very soft and hydrated. I really enjoyed this mask pack and it is affordable. I would consider purchasing it again.
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Too Faced Better Than Sex Waterproof Mascara ($23)
I received this product (sample) in my Summer 2016 Beautycon BFF Box. I am not usually a fan of waterproof mascaras because they are so dang hard to remove. However, I do like them in the summer. I love Too Faced Better Than Sex mascara and the waterproof formula is just as great. I love the packaging and that it is textured. I didn’t test its waterproof strength. However, it didn’t flake off or smudge at all. I really love this mascara. It was difficult to remove like all other waterproof mascaras. I would definitely repurchase if I needed a waterproof formula.
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Leaders 7 Wonders Orange SuperFood Coconut Gel Mask ($6)
I received this product in my June 2016 Allure Beauty Box. I love the scent of this gel mask because I love citrus. I really enjoyed this mask so much. It was fun peeling the layers to reveal the gel. It felt so cooling and refreshing on the skin. I love that it wasn’t overly wet and that it really hydrated my skin. My skin was left plump and glowing. I would definitely purchase this mask again.
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Kardashian Beauty Cabana Bronze ($14.99)
I received this product in my June 2016 Allure Beauty Box. I really like this swatch even though it is a bit orange in color. On the face, it is also a bit orange. I would not recommend this color for contouring. It is a bit patchy but it warms up the face nicely. It isn’t my favorite bronzer, but it isn’t horrible. It is very smooth and blends easily. I wouldn’t repurchase it, but I will use it again.
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Urban Decay Lounge Eyeshadow ($19)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 Ipsy Bag. I love Urban Decay so much and I knew I would love this eyeshadow. It didn’t disappoint at all. It is so pigmented and stunning. I love the mix of burnt reds and green. It was so easy to use and blend. I love how the look turned out using this shadow. It works in the crease and on the lid. You can create so many different looks using this eyeshadow. I am a huge fan and will definitely continue to use it. I will most definitely pick up more eyeshadows.
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Delectable Everything Balm ($16)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 Ipsy Bag. I really love this everything balm. I wasn’t a fan of the Delectable hand lotion, but I am definitely a fan of this balm. It smells AMAZING and delectable is seriously the perfect name. It has a sweet sugary scent (but it isn’t overpowering). I used it on my lips and it instantly hydrated them. My lips were soft all day long. A little dab goes a very long way. I can’t wait to try this balm for other dry places. I love how it makes my lips feel and that it isn’t greasy. I will definitely be purchasing the FULL SIZE!
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Hey Honey 24Seven Honey Day & Night Moisturizing Cream ($38)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 Ipsy Bag. I really love the Hey Honey line and this moisturizing cream is awesome. It has a nice scent and is fairly thick. I would prefer to use it as a night moisturizer because it is a bit heavy. It feels so nice on the skin and does a great job at moisturizing the skin. It didn’t break me out and it was easy to blend into the skin. I really love it and would consider repurchasing.
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Skylake Oriental Herb Cool Shampoo ($15.99)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 Mishibox. I really like this shampoo. It is really different and has a minty scent. It feels cooling on the scalp and I felt like it was stimulating my scalp. It didn’t make my hair over dry and my hair felt clean. I didn’t notice any huge difference in my hair’s volume. I am not sure if I would repurchase it, but I do like it.
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Urban Dollkiss Soft Lip Balm in Apple ($8)
I received this product in my June 2016 Mishibox. I am not a fan of this lip balm. I love the packaging, but I don’t like the product. It has a very fake apple scent and it makes me a bit nauseous. It is very thick and hard to get out of the container. I could barely feel it on my lips and I didn’t notice any improvement in moisture. I wouldn’t repurchase it and I am just not a fan of this lip balm.
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Tarte Tarteguard 30 Sunscreen Lotion ($32)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 Sephora Play Box. This sunscreen was pretty nice. I wasn’t a huge fan of the scent and can’t really describe it. It is just very different. The formula is nice and it isn’t sticky. It was easy to apply my makeup on top. It sinks into the skin rather quickly. I really love the packaging too. I wouldn’t repurchase due to the scent. However, it is a good sunscreen.
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BECCA Backlight Priming Filter ($38)
I received this product (sample) in my June 2016 Sephora Play Box. I have heard amazing things about BECCA products but have yet to try them. I was so excited to try this sample and I love it. It really gives the skin a gorgeous radiance. It isn’t overly shimmery, but it has enough shimmer to make your skin look like it is glowing from within. It was easy to blend and my foundation applied beautifully on top. It didn’t break me out or cause me to look extra greasy. A little goes a long way so this sample will last me a long time. I would definitely consider purchasing the FULL SIZE because I just love it!
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Jelly Pong Pong Lip Butter ($18.95)
I received this product in my June 2016 Lip Monthly Bag. I am not a huge fan of Jelly Pong Pong, but I love their packaging. How cute are the balloons? I was actually pleasantly surprised by this lip butter. It is decently pigmented and very moisturizing. I love the shade and it looks great with my pale skin. It is very comfortable to wear and it is very easily to apply. I will continue to use the lip butter. I don’t know if I would repurchase because I have so many lip products.
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Chrislie Lip Crayon ($13)
I received this product in my June 2016 Lip Monthly Bag. This lip crayon was pretty nice. It is very moisturizing and easy to apply. It glides onto the lips with ease. I really love the shade and it is very wearable. It fades nicely and doesn’t feather. I enjoyed wearing it. I wouldn’t repurchase because I just don’t think I will reach for this often. However, I did like it.
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Cougar Beauty Mineral Face and Body Shimmer ($16)
I received this product in my June 2016 Boxycharm Box. At first, this shimmer powder doesn’t look like much. It looks like a yellow banana powder. However, on the skin it is magical. It isn’t over the top, but you can definitely notice it is there. It gives the skin a beautiful glow and it looks so natural. It is easy to apply and blend. I am obsessed and just love how it looks on the skin. I will definitely continue to use it and would definitely purchase it again.
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Girlactik Precise Eyeliner Marker ($20)
I received this product in my June 2016 Boxycharm Box. I love this eyeliner! It is one of the best felt tip eyeliners I have ever used. I love the long, flexible wand. It makes winged eyeliner so easy. It is jet black and lasts all day. I love that it doesn’t pull on my eyes or skip. The felt tip stays wet and it is just so dang easy to use. I hope this eyeliner goes on sale because I definitely want to repurchase it!
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Stemulation Daily Micro Derm Scrub ($34)
I received this product in my Summer 2016 FabFitFun Box. I used this scrub as a body scrub. It is a VERY gentle scrub and you can barely feel it on your skin. You could easily use it every single day. I felt like it gently removed my dead skin. It smells fresh and I enjoyed applying it. My skin was left soft and radiant. I wouldn’t repurchase because it isn’t something I need. I love traditional body scrubs. However, I will continue to use this scrub and it will last me a long time. The tube is huge and you don’t need much.
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Passport To Beauty Gypset Luminous Lips ($18)
I received this product in my Summer 2016 FabFitFun Box. This lip gloss is just okay. It is a pretty basic gloss. It is sticky so if you don’t like sticky glosses, you will not like this gloss. It is very sheer and looks nice on the lips. The scent is nice too. I like this gloss but wouldn’t pay $18 for it. You can find many dupes for this lip gloss that are way cheaper.
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OSEA Atmosphere Protection Cream ($48)
I received this product in my Summer 2016 FabFitFun Box. This is an okay cream. It is very light which is great for applying makeup on top. It sinks into the skin very quickly. It is a great base for quick makeup. The scent is okay and it is very runny. There is just something about it that I am not a huge fan of. It is also very pricey and I won’t reach for it often. Therefore, I wouldn’t repurchase and I will probably give the rest away.
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FINAL THOUGHTS:
I really enjoyed testing the products I received in my subscription boxes. What do you think of the items? Are your opinions the same as mine? Are you picking up any of the products? Let me know in the comments below!
