FabFitFun Summer 2019 Unboxing

You know I love FabFitFun, so when this summer's box arrived, I had to share it! Plus, I am on a video making rampage (I promise to mix it up with a photo-filled blog post soon).

Summer Box

Sutra Professional Mini Travel Blow Dryer Soft Touch Marble

West Elm Indigo Tie-Dye Bowls

Coola Organic SPF 30 Makeup Setting Sunscreen Spray
Mystery Item- Skin & Co Truffle Therapy Cleansing Oil

Jennifer Zeuner Star Double Necklace

Whish Exfoliating Foot Mask

Generation Clay Ultra Violet Brightening Purple Clay Mask

Grace & Stella Rose Facial Spray

Invisibobble Original Duo Pack 

Add Ons

EIR NYC Post Session Salts

Curie White Tea Natural Deodorant

ESYM Lavender Roll On

Cuccio Somatology Yogahhh! Cooling + Cleansing Active Wipes

Ettika Ear Candy Set of 4 Earrings

What was your favorite item this season?

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FabFitFun Winter 2018

Happy Winter! Today I am sharing a weekend routine using products from my winter FabFitFun box.

H Halston Jewelry Portfolio

Thrive Causemetics Brilliant Eye Brightener in Stella

Bite Beauty  Amuse Bouche Lipstick in Meringue

Bearpaw Headband and Pop-Top Glove Duo

Mark & Graham Colorblock Throw

Sherrie Matthews Jade Roller

Ahava Hydration Cream Mask

Blaq Eye Masks

Way of Will Essential Oil Set: Sweet Orange Oil & Eucalyptus Oil

Also Mentioned:
Book of the Month  Severance by Ling Ma

What is your favorite item from this season's FabFitFun box?

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FabFitFun Summer 2018

Hello Summer! Technically, not yet, but the weather sure is feeling like it! I'm ready for beach days and long nights with fun, food, & friends. This season's FabFitFun box is perfect for the occasion. It's also packed with beauty products, which as a beauty aficionado, is my cup of tea.

My beach towels were looking a bit scruffy, so I was stoked to pick out the Summer & Rose Beach Towel. I went with the minty palm print. It's a super soft microfiber material and HUGE! I can't wait to bring it to the beach. Or maybe just snuggle up with it as a blanket. This month's box also stocked me up on several large bottles of skincare. I am set with exfoliators-both a physical scrubby formula with Vasanti Brighten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator and a new chemical peel mask, Elemis Papaya Enzyme Peel. I have tried the Vasanti product in previous sub boxes and love it! For my next pick, I chose Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Gel. I love using this after a yoga sesh. It has a peppery scent. A summer box wouldn't be complete with some SPF. I love Coola's formula and am excited to have fresh tube of  COOLA Face Sport SPF 50 White Tea Moisturizer for sun protection. For make-up, you couldn't go wrong with tarte! I received the tarte tarteist PRO glow highlight & contour palette. Really excited to play around with that, once I bring myself to take the first swipe. My marble, rose-gold obsession knows no bounds, so this Pier 1 Imports Marble Ring Dish is perfection. I have been using it for my make-up sponges. Finally, the wow-item of the box, FOREO LUNA fofo. I have been getting more into beauty gadgets lately, but with the cost point, it always seems like you have to really research before you make that investment. I have been seeing the Foreo devices around and am so happy to finally own one. The silicon bristles are gentle for cleansing the skin. It also has an app and sensors on the back to measure skin moisture-I'm not 100% sold on the accuracy of that, but it is fun to try out. 

I have really become sold on FabFitFun! I've recommended it to all my friends and got my mom a subscription for her birthday. I've only experienced great value and actually trendy products. If you want $10 off your first box, click my referral link here.

Do you subscribe to FabFitFun? What products did you get in this month's box?

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FabFitFun Spring 2018

I have gone through quite the range of subscription boxes over the years. I love checking the mail, and you got to have something fun in the midst of wrong addresses, spam, and junk. I have always been curious about FabFitFun (my referral link for $10 off!). All the boxes I had seen seemed to have a high value and good variety of products. I also like that it's a quarterly box, so I don't feel inundated by stuff.

I first became a subscriber for the Winter 2017 box. I thought it was an excellent way to get a few gifts for friends while keeping a few goodies for myself. My mom loved the skincare and eyeshadow palette, my sister the necklace, and I got to keep the poncho and socks.

This month, I may just be keeping everything-wait, I did share the Lip Masks with friends which was fun. Sharing is caring :] I am loving the eye mask, earrings, and candle. I have been trying to get better about foam rolling and this massage roller is super easy to use. The moisturizer and nail polish base coat are perfect staples. I am looking forward to some spring weather- brunchin' with the clutch and earrings for a killer spring combo.

Overall, I am super pleased again with this box. The items feel very curated to me and epitomize the spring vibes of the seasonal box. I love that it's basically instant self care in a box, making it the perfect gift for friends or yourself-or a bit of both!

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Birchbox | August 2017

My August Birchbox arrived! I loved the summer sunset design, so I had to bring back the nail art. I have matched my mani to my box a few times- (The first time here; and here; and here) I can't believe that was two years ago! Anyway, back to 2017, here's the box & the nails!

I picked the curated box this month. I love a good mask, and this one came with the pur-lisse Blue Lotus Seed Mud Mask and a hair mask, Living proof Restore Mask Treatment. I also have had the amika Bombshell Blowout Spray and enjoyed it and the color of the Stila liquid lipstick looked gorgeous.

With that said, after 5 years of subscribing, I have canceled my subscription. I was tempted to when they had changed the point system but kept going to see if it would still "spark joy". And after a few months, sometime not even sharing the box, even on Instagram,  I realized it was time to try something else. I was just receiving too many of the same brands over and over again, and ones I couldn't use because of their stance on animal testing. That doesn't mean I'm done with monthly beauty boxes! I have decided to try out Petit Vour. It just seems to be a better fit for my beauty profile. I will still order from the Birchbox shop-they have a great mix of beauty and lifestyle products, promos and gifts with purchase, and I love their limited edition boxes. I am just ending the surprises.

Let me know what beauty subscription boxes are your favourite!

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Birchbox | July 2017

Hello again! I am trying to get back on the blogging wagon. I feel like summer is a time when schedules become a bit unpredictable and despite doing a lot of cool things, both beauty and life, it's hard to find the time to put the thoughts into words. Last night, I annotated a calendar to try to get myself organized with blog ideas.  I thought I'd start with sharing my July Birchbox with you before August rolls around.

Box Breakdown

Oribe Matte Waves Texture Lotion

Avene Cleanance Expert

Beautaniq Beauty Blush Serum in Sunrise

Bobbi Brown Beach Eau de Parfum

Marcelle 3-in-1 Micellar Gel Eye Makeup Remover

Overall, it looks like a very summery box befitting of the theme. I am always excited to test out new skincare, and it's cool that the blush almost doubles as skincare. Oribe has super luxe hair products, but I haven't tried anything in lotion form-just the black canister hair sprays. And of course, you can't get more summertime than Bobbi Brown's Beach.

What did you get in this month's BB?

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Birchbox | March 2017

Happy Monday! Just a quick Birchbox unboxing. My March box took awhile to arrive due to a snow storm, but I was so excited to receive this little box of spring! Looking forward to testing out everything.

This month I received a couple of hair care products. I love Beauty Protector products and have yet to try the volume spray. It will be great for using with heat tools as its a thermal protector and with braids. Thanks to beauty boxes I have so many little bottles of dry shampoo. The name of this one from evo is pretty funny too-Water Killer. I have been doing hot yoga daily so dry shampoo is a must! I also got a couple of eye make-up products. During sample selection I picked the Arrow Eye Brightener. I think this will look great as eyeliner and a brow highlight. I also received a little shimmery eyeshadow sampler from Coastal Scents. Finally, there was the Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream. I have been loving a good face cream lately to rehydrate and firm my face in the morning.

What did you get in your Birchbox this month?

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Birchbox | January 2017

 I have been loving my January Birchbox. Since my February box is out for delivery...I will just get right into it!

R+Co Oblivion Clarifying Shampoo & Conditioner

Juara Candlenut Body Creme

English Laundry Notting Hill Femme

Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant

Burt's Bees Lipstick Brimming Berry

I feel like I have been using more products to style my hair, so I am excited to try the R+Co Oblivion Clarifying Shampoo & Conditioner to reset my hair after all the build-up. The Juara Candlenut Body Creme is the perfect sized tube to throw in my bag for an easy and delicious smelling hand cream. The Burt's Bees Lipstick is in regular rotation. It's super simple to apply while giving a bold colour with the texture of a lip balm. The Dermalogica Daily Superfoliant is a dry powder that turns into a paste. It reminds me a lot of the Tatcha Rice Enzyme Powder. It makes your face feel super soft after using. I feel like I have so many perfume samples I need to use up, so I haven't gotten to the English Laundry scent yet.

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Birchbox | October 2016

I am loving this month's Birchbox. Now that it finally arrived-I have been having such bad shipping luck recently. This month's theme is reviving and restoring. Something I definitely look for in my beauty products.

Box Breakdown

Air Repair Super Hydrating Eye Cream

Tata Harper Resurfacing Mask

Marcelle Xtension Plus Curl Mascara

Tocca Crema da Mano in Cleopatra

R+Co Death Valley Dry Shampoo

This box was perfect for me! I couldn't wait to try everything. I love a good mask, and this one by Tata Harper is perfect for giving your skin a fresh start. Follow that up with the Air Repair Eye Cream which is super hydrating for the colder, windier weather. Another fall/winter weather must have is hand cream. I love the size of this one from Tocca, and the scent is amazing. The Marcelle Curl Mascara gives your lashes a dose of volume, length, and curl. No need to choose. Finally, I received another R+Co product, and of course, I love it. Can't go wrong with a good dry shampoo. 

What did you get in this month's BB? What did you pick for November's box?

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Birchbox | September 2016

This month's Birchbox is all about multi-tasking products to help get you through your to-do list this fall. Now that I am a little late on posting this, I can give a little review on the things I've tried.

This little can of Avene Thermal Spring Water is going straight to the gym bag. I don't think I would have ever purchased spring water mist for myself, but I got to say it's pretty refreshing.

I had no idea what type of product the R+Co Analog Cleansing Foam Conditioner was. At first, I thought it was like a dry shampoo-but conditioner. Then, I thought it was a mousse-like leave-in conditioner. Finally, I realized it is used just as a regular conditioner! Good thing I didn't put it on dry hair...Glad I figured out what it was for as it's a new favourite. It's a mousse consistency that you apply in the shower and rinse out. My hair recently has felt a bit oily and flat at the roots, and this is the perfect product to condition your hair but give it volume. It gives my hair a just tousled look.

I never ended up trying Bioderma Sensible H20 during it's peak hype in what 2012? I probably should have as I used up this little sample. I used it as a toner/remove the last bit of make-up step and loved how gentle it was.

Highlighting products are something I'll never get tired of. I do prefer the more natural ones-but it still has to glow. I have been using the Milk Makeup Highlighter non-stop since opening up this BB. Love the consistency and effect.

Okay, I didn't give this LOC Ultra-Gloss Lip Pencil in Cherry Bomb. I feel like I keep getting different shades of these, but I'm not much of a glossy lip girl.

What did you get in this month's BB?

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Birchbox | August 2016

I wasn't quite feeling last month's Birchbox, so the urge to open this one wasn't as immediate. Usually when I see the pink box I am racing to open it. This month, I took my time (granted that was only maybe an hour). However, I was pleasantly surprised. I am excited for everything. Just goes to show you the nature of subscription boxes.

Box Breakdown

Manna Kadar Cosmetics The Day Dream Palette

Laura Gellar New York Color Luster Lip Gloss in Cookie Dough

R+Co Badlands Dry Shampoo Paste

Acure Organics Coconut & Argan Oil Cleansing Towelettes

Oribe Impermeable Anti-Humidity Spray

For the sample selection, I chose the R+Co Dry Shampoo Paste. The idea of dry shampoo in a paste form was very intriguing. It has that distinctive dry shampoo smell. My plan is to throw this little tub in my gym bag. I was super excited to see the Acure Coconut & Argan Oil cleansing towelettes. I love the brand, and samples of make-up wipes are just so convenient. Another gym bag must have. The theme of this box is hair, so for my second hair sample, I received Oribe Anti-Humidity Spray. Definitely needed with this rainy, heat wave. I also received a couple of make-up samples including the Manna Kadar highlighter/bronzer duo and a Laura Gellar Lip Gloss.

What did you think of this month's BB?

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Birchbox | July 2016

This month's Birchbox looks like lipstick swatches on the outside-what I didn't expect was lipstick all over the inside, but it looks like my LOC pencil ended up rolling around uncapped. The shade was in Punch Line, and it does look like a nice watermelon hue. In addition to that, I received a sample of Benefit They're Real Mascara and Clinique City Block Purifying Charcoal Cleansing Gel. I've heard good things about these products but, because of animal testing, will be passing them on to friends. I also go a sample of Cartier's Baiser Vole Lys Rose Eau de Toilette. Finally, I received Balance Me Radiance Face Mask. I love testing out face masks, so at least there was one win for me this box.

What did you get in this month's BB?

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Birchbox | June 2016

I'm behind posting this, seeing as I just got an email that July's box has shipped. Oops! Well, here is my June Birchbox. A pastel, geometric pattern adorns this month's box. As for inside...

Raw Spirit Fragrances Summer Rain

Coola Environmental Repair Plus Radical Recovery After Sun Lotion

Balance Me Congested Skin Serum

Ardency Inn Modster Smooth Ride Supercharged Eyeliner in Black

Davines SU Hair & Body Wash

I have to admit I wasn't too excited for this month's box. There were a couple of items that I was intrigued by. The Coola After Sun Lotion came in handy after a day at the beach. I am always disappointed in how much air are in the Coola samples. It's quite misleading. I have tried a couple of products from Balance Me and am excited to try this Congested Skin Serum. I'm always down to try new skincare.

What did you get in last month's BB?

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Birchbox | May 2016

A very summer themed box. Usually I am not the biggest fan of summer, but this year, I am getting excited. I'm envisioning camping trips, days by the beach, and nights on city rooftops. I'm liking this assortment of Birchbox samples to keep the summer glow. Now to get that the self-tan going....

Box Breakdown

Vita Liberata Fabulous Self Tanning Gradual Lotion

Obliphica Professional Seaberry Hair Serum

Coola Daydream SPF30 Mineral Makeup Primer

MDSolarSciences Mineral Moisture Defense SPF50 for Body

ModelCo Lip Lacquer in Creme Brulee

What did you get in this month's Birchbox?

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ABM Happy Mail | March 2016

Loving the spring vibes of last month's Happy Mail. I need to have a spring cleaning of my stationery collection, and start sending more snail mail regularly! I am loving the cacti card, watercolour 'thank you', bicycle, and little rain cloud notepad.

What were your favourite cards last month?

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Birchbox | March 2016

My little succulent has been the star of several blog posts now. But today we are talking about the March Birchbox. I had just received February's after a postal challenge, so March wasn't even on my radar. So, let's explore around this box together.

Box Breakdown

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser

Parlor by Jeff Chastain Moisturizing Sea Salt Spray

Wilma Schumann Skin Care Hydrating Collagen Eye Pads
trestique Color & Smudge Shadow Crayon in Aspen Pine
Smashbox Cosmetics Photo Finish Primer Oil

I didn't select a sample this month, so this box was a complete surprise. I have been quite happy with my subscription lately. I feel like I am always getting a good variety and large sizes. Just look at the Kiehl's. I have heard about the Parlor Sea Salt Spray, I believe it was the first product they released. Last night, I ordered some new bikinis-I am so ready for beach days and beachy hair to match. Soothing eye pads are much needed after many late nights in front of a computer screen. When I first opened my box, I freaked out that the eye shadow crayon was missing it's cap. It took me a bit too long to realize that is the cap, and once removed, the twist-up crayon is underneath. I will have to give this dark forest green a try. Finally, I received a sample of smashbox's Primer Oil. 

What did you get in this month's Birchbox?

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ABM Happy Mail | January & February 2016

Yup, mail issues again. I actually ended up receiving February before January. I just wanted to quickly share these cute cards. My favs were the cinnamon roll with gold foiled dots and the cake with the star toppers. I don't think it's the baked goods that are getting me, just the simple illustration and colour palette. Lots of pink these past couple of months which isn't exactly my style. Though, I love a good coloured envelope. I also really like the 'Happy Mail' stamp. There hasn't been a stamp before, and I thought it was a great addition to the kit-something you can use again and again for all your cards.

Which cards were your favourites?

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Birchbox | February 2016

A very late Birchbox arrival. We have been having such issues with our mail lately. So many things have been not delivered! A rant for another day... Thanks to Birchbox for having such great customer service and sending me a new box. Now, I didn't end up getting my sample selection (I wanted to try the Ren Glycolactic Mask!), but I got some other amazing goodies. Not to mention the adorable box.

Box Breakdown

The Body Shop Fuji Green Tea Body Butter

Hey Honey Take it Off! Exfoliating Honey Peel Off Mask

Tocca Eau de Parfum, Emelia

Arrow Boost Color Enhancing Lip Balm

Terax Hair Care Original Crema

Who doesn't love The Body Shop's body butters? I am excited to try the Fuji Green Tea scent. The mini sizes are perfect for travel or just throwing in your handbag. I am a bit mask obsessed and am looking forward to a pamper night with this exfoliating honey peel off mask. I have been wanting to try a honey based mask for awhile. Though I am not the biggest perfume fanatic, I have never been disappointed in a Tocca scent. They are always so fresh and bright. I've even purchased their laundry detergent for delicates. Arrow is a brand direct from Birchbox. I was curious, so I am glad to get to try their lip balm. Finally, I received a generous sized sample of a conditioner from Terax. I go through shampoo and conditioner like crazy, so I am always up for trying something new.  

What did you get in this month's box?

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Birchbox | January 2016

The first month of the new year, and Birchbox themed the box to get you ready for 2016. Out of the sticker choices, I went with 'Strengh'. I have so many goals for 2016 and the next few years, and I know I will need to be strong for life's ups & downs.

Box Breakdown

Foreo Day Cleanser

Eyeko Fat Liquid Liner

TonyMoly Delight Tony Tint in Red

Beautiful Nutrition Grapefruit Detox Shine Repair Shampoo & Conditioner

What was your word for 2016?

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ABM Happy Mail | December 2015

This little package arrived after I was in Florida for the holidays. It was like second Christmas opening it up. I loved all the gold foil details and bold illustrations. The 'This is my year' new year's resolution card was perfect for getting excited about 2016. I also loved all the stickers, especially the little washi strips. They will be perfect for Filofaxin'. I loved the images of the beets, taxis, and shake, and the gold details of the marbled 'Thank You' card and the solar system.

Are you going to send more snail mail in 2016?

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