Glossybox May 2014

I actually really like that my new subscription box, Glossybox, arrives at the end of the month.  If you missed my post about the April box, I decided to subscribe to Glossy and cancel Ipsy.  Glossybox is a little more pricy (usually $21/month), but I signed up via a promotion and get the boxes for $16.  The May box has a tie in with Bergdorf Goodman.

Here is the box!

$25 promotional gift card to Bergdorf Goodman
Wow!  This is an actual gift card and not a coupon code.  I don't usually shop at Bergdorf, but I will definitely find my way there before this expires on June 15.

Napoleon Perdis Auto Pilot Pre-Foundation Skin Primer (full size: $45, sample value: $13.24)

I don't regularly use primer, but I will give this a try especially since it can be used on top of moisturizer/sunscreen. 

Revive Intensite Volumizing Eye Serum (full size: $350, sample value: $70)

I've recently started using eye cream at night (a must now that I am past the big 3-0).  This is definitely a much more expensive variety than I've ever tried.  I wonder if I'll be able to tell the difference...

Alterna Caviar CC Cream (full size: $25, sample value: $8.50)

I remember when leave in conditioner was a popular item.  I'll give this a try and hope it doesn't make my hair look oily.  

Lancer Lift Serum Intense (full size: $275, sample size: $55)

Serum is another item I've been trying to incorporate into my routine lately.  Again, let's see if I can tell the difference between this and my usual Birchbox samples.  

Aerin Beauty Rose Hand & Body Cream (full size: $40, sample size: $4.76)

I love having small hand creams in my bag after so much hand washing during the day.  The scent here is floral but not too strong. 

Sulwhasoo Timetreasure Renovating Cream (full size: $400, sample size: $32)
Also now using night cream.  Excited to try this!

This is definitely my highest value box of all time (~$208 when including the giftcard).  It's nice to try out these high end products and see if I really notice/feel a difference from what I usually use.  I know I would never purchase full size beauty products with these price tags, but it seems like glossybox is going to keep me well supplied for a reasonable cost. :-)

Interested in trying glossybox?  Let me know and I'll send you an invite!!!!

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Glossybox April 2014

I decided a few weeks ago I really wanted to give Glossybox a try after reading some great reviews on other blogs.  It is a $15/month box but often includes full sized items (yea! :-)

To prevent our home from overflowing from any more samples than it already is, this meant I decided to discontinue my Ipsy subscription.  This is actually the April Glossybox, but I received it on May 9.  Here is my very first Glossybox!

Relax Body Creme by Aqua Spa (sample value $1.78, full size: $8)

I'm definitely in good shape in the lotion department for a while.  This has a nice lavender scent.

Super Gloss in Vanilla Pink by Bellapierre Cosmetics (FULL SIZE: $24.50)

This is a great shade of lip gloss!  It's not too "peachy" nor is it too sticky.  And of course it's extra nice to have a full sized tube!

Caldrea Body Wash (sample size: $1.57, full size: $18)

I like this company and do enjoy using different scented body washes to perk me up first thing in the morning.  The lime scent of this body wash definitely accomplishes just that.

Ciate London Paint Pot (FULL SIZE: $15)

While sparkly, bright orange is not a color I would usually choose at the nail salon, I think this will a lot of fun to wear this summer.

Eyeshadow Sealer/Base by Lasplash Cosmetics (FULL SIZE: $9)

I love that this is the third full size item in the box, but I don't need eyeshadow base at the moment (a little always goes a long way).  This will go in the trade/gift pile.  

I'm very satisfied with the items in my first glossybox and I can't wait to see what is included in future boxes.  The total value of the box is around $52 AND includes 3 full sized items.  I think making the switch is going to be worth it…

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