#SubscriptionboxSaturday!! (beautybox5)

Good Morning my Beauties!!!  How are y'all today??  I am doing pretty good and I know I haven't done a beauty blog in  a min so, its about that time!!!!!  Today I got my March BeautyBox5 to share with you!!!!!!!!!!

For those of you who don't know, Beauty Box 5 is a $12 monthly subscription box.
           
              What you get:

Every month we'll send you a mix of makeup, beauty accessories, hair, skincare, fragrance, body, and nail products that we can't get enough of. Our secret? We share products that really work, so you'll receive luxury, drugstore, niche, eco-conscious, and even vegan brands.

Whether you're a cosmetic newbie or a beauty guru, identify yourself as adventurous and playful or classy and mature, like to splurge on high-end items or be a savvy spender, we have everything you're looking for.

If you want to get you one, go here, beautiful!:)

I actually got my box a little while ago and I am just now getting around to posting it!!  I am sorry but, I am getting old and chasing an 18 month old toddler just wears me slap out!!!  lol  BUT I like that I am doing it a little later because I have had a chance to use the products!!!!  So, lets get started!!!

This month the card says:

"Forget taking a spring break- spring into high gear through your lazy days this season!!!  Bold liner and lashes mean that even in your downtime, you still look like a million bucks.  Getting ready doesn't have to add stress- just prep your skin and gloss on, because even if you're still working hard to get exactly where u wanna be, you're always the boss of your makeup bag"

#HUSTLE March 2k15

So, the 1st thing I noticed opening my box.........

SNAKES!!!  YAAASSSSS! They kept the cute colorful ones instead of going back to the black ones!! I LOVE the festive ones, as I had mentioned last month!!!  Maybe that means that they do listen to all the beautiful ladies that blog about this box every single month!! Huge thumbs up to them!!

First thing I got is this Eslor Introduction Collection- 2nd edition

Retail: $28 2 fl oz, $38 2 fl oz, $38 1.7 fl oz, $85 1.7 fl oz

Your skin is about to seriously thank you! This lavish line is completely paraben free and gently pampers and hydrates your face without stripping away natural oils. #eslor

I have gotten this before and I don't think I ever have used it??  Probably have it tucked in a drawer with my extra foil packets I get.  I wanna try it and I think I will this time.  I just don't see how u can tell whether I like it with just one use??? I mean, the price of this is kinda high end in my book.  I wanna know for a fact that it works before I spend that kind of money!!  ESLOR??!!  you listening??  We need a little more to try!!   IDK?? Maybe its just me????

Next I have the Styli-Style Line & Seal Twist Mechanical Eye Liner

Retail: $4.99 0.01 oz (full size)

These creamy, pigmented pencils go on super smooth to give a perfect line or wing and their fun twist-up design means you never need to use a sharpener!!!!! *assorted colors #styliStyle

I got this blue color.....I believe the color is Lapis??  Not sure but that is what I see on the pencil.  I'm not huge on blue, but, with my blue eyes.....it really is a pretty color!!

I loved using this!! I have been trying to get the "winged" look down and it seemed easier using this!!  I am pretty sure I need to get this in black!! lol And the fact that it is mechanical is nice too cause I cant find my sharpener at the moment!!!

really pretty

Laugh Out Loud by Nanacoco Lip Gloss

Retail: $3.99 0.22 fl oz (full size)

Warning: the gloss addiction starts now.  Pretty pigments, seriously sweet smell factor and non-sticky formula all make this our latest lip product crush!! *assorted colors* #nanacoco

I'm NOT a lip gloss girl!!  HATE lip gloss!!  lol BUT, I do keep an open mind and I do try out the glosses when  I receive them!!  I have other Nanacoco lip glosses and they are pretty good.  They smell nice and they aren't as sticky as some others I have tried.  I got the color "call me babe"

It's very nude! It made my lips look really goldish......not my fav.....BUT the packaging is adorable!

time for the worst and best!!!!!

Elite Theraputics- Rosemary Eucalyptus Body Cream

Retail: $19 8 oz

Smooth on natural goodness for your whole body!!  Never greasy, this luxe lotion replenishes your skin with an organic blend of oils and healing aloe vera- plus, it smells divine, too.  #EliteTherapeytics

Let me explain myself on this one.  lol  I'm not gonna bash this company because the reason this is my least fav is personal preference!!  I tried this and OMGosh!! IT SMELLS SOOOOOOO BAD!! So stinky!!  The formula was GREAT!!  It wasn't greasy and my hands felt amazing.....BUT every time my hand goes to my face........ewwwwwww!! I can not stand the smell of it!! hahahaha

Scandalous by Nanacoco Thickening Mascara

Retail: $4.99 0.33 oz (full size)

Embrace va-va-voom volume with this new favorite!  The flexible silicon ball brush gets up close and personal to majorly magnify your lashes!! *assorted colors*

I'm so in love!!! I have used this every day since I tried it!!  I'm not a big fan of receiving mascaras in my boxes because I seem to always get them! I have a bag of lil mascaras!! But, girl!!! This does the job! I love how thick my lashes look after applying 2 coats!!!!  I also got lucky by getting the color "very black"  I will  be purchasing this again in the future!!  My go to mascara now!!

Overall I am pretty happy with this months box!!  Don't forget, if u wanna sign up, click here.

I hope y'all enjoy your beautiful Saturday!!!!

#StayBeautiful and always #StayBlessed

Muahs!

#subscriptionboxSaturday arcade nerd block

Hey Ya'll!!!  Happy Saturday!!!!  How is 2015 going for ya'll so far????  I pray its treating you well. This is probably one of my most viewed days for my blog, but today its gonna be changed up just a little bit.  It is still #subscriptionboxsaturday, but.......not a makeup one.  Its one my son subscribed to for Christmas.

arcade box is perfect for that gamer or nerd in your life!

The Subscription Box: Arcade Block

The Cost: $19.99 plus shipping ($9.50 shipping to the US)

The Products: Gamer gear, collectibles, etc, plus a new t-shirt each month.

Ships to: Worldwide!

Now, I wasn't so sure about this because of the price.  Its priced about double the amount of my beauty boxes.  BUT, my son LOVED it!!! AND it was totally worth it!!!!

Portal Scarf ($19.99) - I don't know a lot about video games, but I do know that Aperture Laboratories is from Portal.  This was pretty cool. It's also thick and well made......cozy. My son liked it.

Asobu Touch Control ($9.99) - This attaches to your smartphone so that you can play games with an arcade-style joystick.  It works with all touchscreen phones and tablets. 

Sonic the Hedgehog Fridge Magnets ($6.95) - I love these magnets!  You can arrange them on your fridge to create a scene from the game.

Halo Lanyard ($5.95) - This has an attachment you can add your ID too, which is nice if you work at a place like I do that requires you to badge in through every door.

The Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass Figure ($4.99) - This is a blind box item with a Zelda character inside.

But, I have to say that my son"s most favorite thing this month was his tee

He LOVES Super Smash bros.  He just got the game for his 2DS for Christmas!!  He thought it was a cool concept, the grand theft auto vice city logo with super smash bros!!!

All in all. I really thin this was worth the money.  I am hoping we can keep this subscription going for me.

so, if your a gamer or have a special gamer in your life.......go check nerd block out!!!!!  

PS!!!!!! Its my Birthday!!!! TURN UPPPPP!

MUAHS!!!!!!

Melissa aka maduke

#SubscriptionBoxSaturday Dec birchbox😘

Hey y'all!! Are you super excited?? I know everyone is probably super busy this weekend, you know, last min shopping, traveling for Christmas....ect! If you're in ga and out and about, be safe! It's wet and nasty in my neck off the woods! Ok ok, drum roll please.......

December 2014 birchbox!!!

For those of you who don't know, birchbox is a 10.00 a month subscription box. You get a box every month filled with 4-5 deluxe samples of makeup, skin care, hair care! The best part that i love about birchbox is their point system. Every time you do a review on a product, purchase a product, our have a friend sign up....you get points. These points add up and you can get goodies for free!! If you like what you see and wanna sign up,  click here! 

I was pretty happy with this month's box. It had more hair products then I'd like, but.....that's ok by me! December's theme was decked out! Let's get into the products!

Lord & Berry Paillettes Eye Pencil

Birchbox Breakdown

It’s hard to improve on classic black—unless, of course, you dress it up with a bit of sparkle. (Because really, what doesn’t get better with glitter?) This creamy liner has an onyx hue and is flecked with subtle shimmer, for a look that’s alluring, festive—and leaves basic black in the (glimmering) dust.

How it Works

This richly pigmented pencil glides on smooth, and the long-lasting, smudgeproof formula stays firmly in place all day (or evening) long. Minute pieces of glitter add an unmistakable sparkle for a glamorous, but not overdone, finish.

How to Use

Glide along your lash line to define your eyes—and give them an extra twinkle.

Editor's Tip

We love using this pencil to top off a matte smoky eye, for a smoldering finish with an unexpected shimmer.

Omg! LOVE!  I don't care how old i get, i think I'll always love shimmer(despite what fads say) lol this is such a pretty liner.  I wore this the other night to my son's christmas concert. I wore it on my top lids winged out just a little. It had just a hint of shimmer! So cute!! Here is a swatch:

Really pigmented and it glides on smoothly.

RUSK® Texture Spray 
1.5oz

Birchbox Breakdown

A great cut is essential to maintaining your hairstyle, but don’t number your good hair days to those spent in the salon. Keep it in shape between visits with this finishing spray, which adds of texture and volume without leaving hair stiff. Whether you have a pixie cut or you’re sporting long locks, the medium-hold formula will help you make the most of your style.

How it Works

This talc-free spray is safe to use on color-treated hair. It’s made with hydrolyzed quinoa, silk amino acids, and keratin to prevent premature color from fading and boost moisture levels. Silica texturizes hair and leaves behind a matte finish.

How to Use

Shake the can vigorously. Spray on your roots, or mist all over to lock in your style.

Ok,  my opinion....i don't wear hair spray......so, not over joyed.
I did try it though. And honestly....i did use it on my roots for volume. Does it's job! It really does. It just left my hair feeling like i slept in Hairspray. So,  not the biggest fan!😞

amika Nourishing Mask

Birchbox Breakdown

When it comes to hair health, split ends and dryness are two of our worst enemies. Fight both with this nourishing, all-natural hair mask from amika. Packed with sea buckthorn berry and jojoba oil, it intensely hydrates strands while repairing damage and sealing frayed ends. Best of all, it’s free of parabens and other unwanted chemicals that have no place near your head.

How it Works

The star ingredient is sea buckthorn berry, which has been used for centuries to heal wounds, treat sunburns, and slow the aging process. No wonder: it’s chock-full of omegas 3, 6, 9, and 7and vitamins C and E. Together, they treat hair from the inside out to give your locks a healthy luster that can’t be beat.

How to Use

Once a week, slather on this repairing mask, concentrating on mid-shaft to ends of hair. If you’re dealing with serious tangles, gently brush through with a wide-toothed comb. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes, and then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.

I love hair masks! I'm trying to focus more on taking care of my hair. I honestly think i overlook it sometimes. Unfortunately i haven't used this yet. I'm excited to though! I'll update you as soon as i do!

TOCCA Crema da Mano - Hand Cream

Birchbox Breakdown

Along with the usual suspects found in our handbags—lip gloss, keys, cell phone, compact—we have a spot reserved for this must-have hand cream too. It leaves your skin feeling silky and smooth and comes in a variety of amazing scents.

How it Works

The secret to this intensely hydrating cream is an indulgent blend of shea butter, avocado oil, and aloe. Choose from Cleopatra (grapefruit and cucumber), Stella (blood orange), Giulietta (pink tulip and green apple), Bianca (green tea and lemon), and Florence (bergamot and gardenia).

How to Use

Slip it into your handbag, tote, wherever. It’s the perfect travel-size cream to treat your hands to a little pampering on-the-go.

Omg, I've been really looking for some good lotion this month. I don't know if it's because I'm older, but, my hands and feet feel extremely dry this year!! I can't stand it!! I use the Olay lotion right now, which......I'm not really liking. So.  Thumbs up birchbox👍 it smells like cucumber and leaves my hands smooth and silky feeling!! Love it!!

Time for my favorite item from birchbox this month!!!!!

Mirenesse Mattfinity Lip Rouge

Birchbox Breakdown

We love a classic gloss as much as the next girl, but there’s something about shine-free lips that gives our style a dash of modern chic. This lip color from Aussie brand Mirenesse lets us rock the matte lip look in an on-trend, foolproof way. The smooth, hydrating formula glides over lips for a polished look makes an oh-so-modern statement.

How it Works

This velvety color is formulated to stay in place all day—no lip liner required! The mousse-like texture fills in fine lines for fuller lips while a proprietary blend of Gel-lite technology delivers vibrant color that doesn’t fade or feather.

How to Use

Sweep wand over clean lips for an even coat of color. Mix hues to get your very own shade, or add a dot of a lighter hue in the center of each lip for a fashion-forward ombré look.

Here is a swatch:

Ok, first thoughts......
Any girl wants a good lip gloss! But i HATE sticky glosses!! This is perfect! Glides on so smooth and makes your lips feel so soft! NOT sticky!! Made me such a happy girl!
I got the color new York. I mean it's pretty red. In the winter I'm so pale complicated, I've always been scared of reds and bold colors!! But, it's really a pinkish red if you blot it right after you apply it. And the staying power.......great! You gotta wait 15sec for it to set!

This is without blotting

My lips blotted. I've been wearing it everywhere!!

And,remember the swatch i did on my hand for y'all? Well.....forgot about it and did the dishes........

This is after.......so, yea, it stays!!

Great job this month birchbox!! Don't forget, it's 10.00 a month for great products like this every month!  click here to sign up now! 

Enjoy your Saturday y'all!!

Muahs!

Oh yea!! Birchbox and the Gap gave all subscribers 10.00 to spend at the Gap....thanks y'all! Merry Christmas to Gap and Birchbox!

Melissa aka maduke