Birchbox Review December 2015

What's in

the box?

Birchbox is probably considered the grandfather of the subscription boxes.  For $10 a month, you get 5-7 samples based on a very detailed quiz you take when signing up.  They never repeat a sample and you can review every sample for points that turn in to money in their online store.  Even if I dislike something, I can earn points - and when you fill out the review, it is noted.  You can see other people's reviews of the products in the store under that product.   There are sales, coupon codes, and bonus add-ons for the box.

Birchbox gave us a $10 gift card for Christmas - when you purchase $35.  I really would have just liked the $10 with no conditions.  I have free shipping as an Ace member.

Soap and Paper Factory (Green Tea) Shea Butter Hand Cream -   (full size $18) This is a nice size little lotion to get - it is just right for putting in my purse.  I like this very much. 

The Balm Frat Boy -  (full size $21)  The only issue I have with this is how small their samples are - these full sized items are so expensive and they really do not like to give you any product!
 

Here is a pic of the tiny little blush sample. 
 

Malin + Goetz Clarifying Clay Mask -  ( full size $48)  I was surprised I had not received this product in the past.  I have so many products from them from Birchboxes.   

Coastal Scents Style Eyes -  (full size $12)  This is a small eye shadow sampler for Coastal Scents.  I have a one of their large palettes and for the money, it is a good deal.

The colors I chose were some of my favorites. 
 

Kate Spade Walk on Air -   (full size $25-$95)  I have selected to receive perfume samples the least amount of times possible in a year but the last several have contained one.  I did not mind getting this one, however, because it smells so pretty and I would wear it.

 

I was very pleasantly surprised by this month's box.   I like so many of the items this month!  I will only be passing one on to my swap buddy - the clay mask from Malin +  Goetz.   I received a blush, an eye shadow, a lotion, and a perfume that I will use.

Complexion Perfection sampler was one of the bonus buys you could add on your box shipment this month.  For $20 it was a great buy - the beauty blender is $20 by itself.  You get sample sizes of the The Pore-fessional from Benefit, Lightning Crew by The Beauty Crop, Marcelle BB glow, and W3ll People invisible powder as well.  I was very pleased with it.
 

 

Little Lace Box March 2015

What's in

the box?

Little Lace Box is a lifestyle subscription box that has had some really great curated boxes.  I have really enjoyed the boxes I have received.  This subscription is $39.99 and arrives the last week in March.  While they are working out a few kinks, they are not taking on any new subscribers but check back in May.

Each box has a letter from the curators and a preview of the next month's box.  The Theme next month is Nonna's Kitchen. 

The other side of the letter describes the items in this month's box.   "Here Comes The Sun" is the theme for March. 

Kate Spade Water Bottle - ($29.99)  I was very pleased with the water bottle I received - the gold glitter one.  I would never pay this much for a water bottle so I am thrilled with this.  There were also pink and blue ones sent out but I love this one the best.  I was looking at glass ones in Barnes & Noble the other day so when I saw this in my box I knew it was perfect.

Cali Baronessa Olivia Hair Cleanser  (Shampoo) & Hair Masque (Conditioner) -  ($31.99)  There were two choices being sent out in this box.  This one is the olive oil one and the other was the Red Orange extract one.  I would have liked either.  I would never spend this much on shampoo and conditioner so I am excited to get this in my box. 

All Natural Urban Spa Sea Sponge -  ($12.50)  I really love this - this feels so much better than the loofah I use in the shower.  I am excited to try this out and I could see buying this again.  I am also happy to find this website - there are tons of items I would like on it.

12x12 Gallery Wrap Mounted Canvas Print -  ($51.99)  I am so excited about this! I have wanted to get some nice canvas prints but they are very expensive for the high quality ones.  This is also the second one I have gotten this month so I can pick my favorite family photos to make into a canvas print.


Another great month curated by the Little Lace Box sisters.  This box has a fantastic value!  I do not know how they can do it!  Are you on the list to get this box or are you still trying to get on the subscription list?  Keep trying!  It took me a few months too.