Beauty Box Five September 2016 | Unveiling and Review

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Each month BB5 curates a theme-based beauty box that features five products that range from full size to samples. The theme of the September box, "It's So Hard Not to Play Favorites," is made up of BB5 Staff Picks!

Here's what's in the September box:

Happy Brands Happy Hair Turban (Full Size. $18.00): This is such a plush and soft hair turban, and it is so simple to use. You simply twist it and use the bottom/loop system for a secure fit. This turban absorbs water quickly and efficiently, and it keeps your hair out of your face for skincare and makeup application. #happybrands

Go Smile Teeth Whitening Gel (Deluxe Sample. Full Size $29.00): This is a favorite with the BB5 staff because it is so easy to use and gives great results You simply apply equal parts of this gel and your favorite toothpaste to a dry toothbrush and brush for 2 minutes twice a day. They claim that it doesn't add any more time to your morning and evening toothbrushing routine, and that it delivers real results. I can't wait to give it a go! #gosmile

Be a Bombshell Smooth Criminal HD Finishing Powder (Full Size. $7.00):This translucent HD powder is formulated for all skin types, and can be used to set your foundation for longer wear, and to mattify skin, and even out the complexion. It has a gorgeous velvety texture, and can easily be used for touch-ups. BB5 Tip: Dip and tap brush before applying. I don't usually use HD finishing powders, but I will definitely give this one a try. #beabombshellcosmetics

Pur-Lisse Blue Lotus Essential Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 (Deluxe Sample. Full Size $55.00):  I am always looking for high quality sunscreens, and am very pleased to have this to test out.

According to Pur-Lisse,

Blue Lotus spf30 essential daily moisturizer with White Tea, Soy Proteins and Algae Extracts offers superior full-spectrum sun protection without a white tint.  This lightweight, nourishing formula pampers & protects against premature aging caused by the sun’s rays for healthy, smooth & soft skin. Anyone and everyone who wants hydrated skin combined with sun protection with no white tint.  For all skin types, even sensitive skin. #purlisseperfect

Ingredients: Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 2.00% / Homosalate 8.00% / Octinoxate 7.50% / Octisalate 5.00% / Oxybenzone 5.00%. 

Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein Octenylsuccinate, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Dicetyl Phosphate, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Geraniol, Limonene, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil, Michelia Alba Flower Oil.

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes (Deluxe Sample. Full Size $5.99): I love facial wipes, and use them all of the time. They are so handy for removing makeup, and this deluxe sample packet is perfect for travel. I look forward to testing these out!

According to Simple,

Perfect especially for sensitive skin. Simple goodness: 1 Vital Vitamin: Pro-Vitamin B5 helps restore, soften and smooth. No alcohol, no oil. Non drying, no greasy residue. No perfumes, no dyes, no harsh irritants that can upset your skin. Simple skincare contains no animal derived ingredients.@simpleskincare #MakeUp4Makeup

Ingredients: Water (Aqua, Eau), Cetearyl Isononanoate, Panthenol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-12, Sodium Citrate, 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.

Overall Assessment: The September BB5 box is such a great value, and I am particularly excited about the Happy Brands Happy Hair Turban! Thank you, BB5– I love your September picks!

Have you tried BB5 yet? What you you think about the September Box?

About Beautybox Five: Beauty Box Five is a subscription-based, beauty sampling program that delivers a box filled with 5 cosmetic samples to your door every month. Aimed at introducing women to new cosmetic products and educating them on best practices, Beauty Box 5 scours the market to find the best products for your lifestyle.

Select the subscription plan that works best for you. Every month we will send you a mixture of carefully selected travel, deluxe and full-size samples. Their monthly plans begin at $12.00, but they offer a quarterly plan for $30.00 and a yearly plan for $99.00.

All members receive free shipping. Receive exclusive discounts from our partner brands.

Press Sample Courtesy of Beauty Box 5 All views expressed are categorically my own (Affiliate links).

Copyright © 2016 www.lolassecretbeautyblog.com All Rights Reserved.

Beauty Box Five September 2016 | Unveiling and Review

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Each month BB5 curates a theme-based beauty box that features five products that range from full size to samples. The theme of the September box, "It's So Hard Not to Play Favorites," is made up of BB5 Staff Picks!

Here's what's in the September box:

Happy Brands Happy Hair Turban (Full Size. $18.00): This is such a plush and soft hair turban, and it is so simple to use. You simply twist it and use the bottom/loop system for a secure fit. This turban absorbs water quickly and efficiently, and it keeps your hair out of your face for skincare and makeup application. #happybrands

Go Smile Teeth Whitening Gel (Deluxe Sample. Full Size $29.00): This is a favorite with the BB5 staff because it is so easy to use and gives great results You simply apply equal parts of this gel and your favorite toothpaste to a dry toothbrush and brush for 2 minutes twice a day. They claim that it doesn't add any more time to your morning and evening toothbrushing routine, and that it delivers real results. I can't wait to give it a go! #gosmile

Be a Bombshell Smooth Criminal HD Finishing Powder (Full Size. $7.00):This translucent HD powder is formulated for all skin types, and can be used to set your foundation for longer wear, and to mattify skin, and even out the complexion. It has a gorgeous velvety texture, and can easily be used for touch-ups. BB5 Tip: Dip and tap brush before applying. I don't usually use HD finishing powders, but I will definitely give this one a try. #beabombshellcosmetics

Pur-Lisse Blue Lotus Essential Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 (Deluxe Sample. Full Size $55.00):  I am always looking for high quality sunscreens, and am very pleased to have this to test out.

According to Pur-Lisse,

Blue Lotus spf30 essential daily moisturizer with White Tea, Soy Proteins and Algae Extracts offers superior full-spectrum sun protection without a white tint.  This lightweight, nourishing formula pampers & protects against premature aging caused by the sun’s rays for healthy, smooth & soft skin. Anyone and everyone who wants hydrated skin combined with sun protection with no white tint.  For all skin types, even sensitive skin. #purlisseperfect

Ingredients: Active Ingredients: Avobenzone 2.00% / Homosalate 8.00% / Octinoxate 7.50% / Octisalate 5.00% / Oxybenzone 5.00%. 

Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrolyzed Lupine Protein Octenylsuccinate, Alaria Esculenta Extract, Butylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Sodium Hyaluronate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Nymphaea Coerulea Flower Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Dicetyl Phosphate, Ceteth-10 Phosphate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Geraniol, Limonene, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Juniperus Mexicana Oil, Tagetes Minuta Flower Oil, Michelia Alba Flower Oil.

Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes (Deluxe Sample. Full Size $5.99): I love facial wipes, and use them all of the time. They are so handy for removing makeup, and this deluxe sample packet is perfect for travel. I look forward to testing these out!

According to Simple,

Perfect especially for sensitive skin. Simple goodness: 1 Vital Vitamin: Pro-Vitamin B5 helps restore, soften and smooth. No alcohol, no oil. Non drying, no greasy residue. No perfumes, no dyes, no harsh irritants that can upset your skin. Simple skincare contains no animal derived ingredients.@simpleskincare #MakeUp4Makeup

Ingredients: Water (Aqua, Eau), Cetearyl Isononanoate, Panthenol, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20, Ceteareth-12, Sodium Citrate, 2-Bromo-2-Nitropropane-1,3-Diol, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.

Overall Assessment: The September BB5 box is such a great value, and I am particularly excited about the Happy Brands Happy Hair Turban! Thank you, BB5– I love your September picks!

Have you tried BB5 yet? What you you think about the September Box?

About Beautybox Five: Beauty Box Five is a subscription-based, beauty sampling program that delivers a box filled with 5 cosmetic samples to your door every month. Aimed at introducing women to new cosmetic products and educating them on best practices, Beauty Box 5 scours the market to find the best products for your lifestyle.

Select the subscription plan that works best for you. Every month we will send you a mixture of carefully selected travel, deluxe and full-size samples. Their monthly plans begin at $12.00, but they offer a quarterly plan for $30.00 and a yearly plan for $99.00.

All members receive free shipping. Receive exclusive discounts from our partner brands.

Press Sample Courtesy of Beauty Box 5 All views expressed are categorically my own (Affiliate links).

Copyright © 2016 www.lolassecretbeautyblog.com All Rights Reserved.

HAUTELOOK Flash Sale on Tarina Tarantino, June Jacobs, Ofra Cosmetics, Penhaligon's and pur-lisse

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HAUTELOOK is having an amazing flash sale featuring Tarina Tarantino, June Jacobs Skincare, Ofra Cosmetics, Penhaligon's London and pur~lisse Skin Care. The discounts are deep, and in some cases are in excess of 70% Off! As Always, the popular items sell out – so don't wait too long or you'll miss out.

 June Jacobs Skincare

 Ofra Cosmetics

 Penhaligon's London

pur~lisse Skin Care

Beautybox 5 July 2015 | Unveiling and Review

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Each month BB5 creates a theme-based box, and the theme for July 2015 is fuss-free hot-weather makeup featuring some good skincare products, a swipe of lip liner, some sparkling lip gloss, shimmering nails, and sparkling temporary metallic tattoos.

1) OFRA Lip Gloss in Apricot Dream (Full size $12.95): This is a really gorgeous, non-sticky twinkling and glossy lip gloss. While it is a lovely peach in the tube, it imparts less color and more shine and shimmer when swatched. It has a very faint nondescript scent that fades immediately.

A soft creamy formula for an ultra sheer finish enriched with anti-oxidants. Gloss contains natural sun filters (Titanium Dioxide) and may be used alone or over a lipstick to add brilliant shine. #OFRA

Ingredients: Hydrogenated Polyisobutene, Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Tridecyl Stearate, Neopentyl Glycol Dicaprylate/Dicaprate, Capric/Caprylic Triglyceride, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Octyldodecanol, C10-30 Cholesterol/Lanosterol Esters, Diisostearyl Malate, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Ozokerite, Fragrance, Tocopheryl Acetate, Phenoxyethanol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, BHT

OFRA is Cruelty-Free, Peta-Endorsed and made in the USA.

2) OFRA Lipliner in Baby Doll (Full size $13.00): This is a long-wearing and water-resistant formula that lasts and lasts and lasts. The shade is a beautiful burnt sienna that perfectly evokes the turning leaves of autumn.

Water resistant pencil suitable for the most sensitive eye & lip areas. Created with a synthetic beeswax base for a smooth, soft and long lasting application. #OFRA

3) Nanacoco Nail Polish in Hope of Spring (Full size $3.00): This is such a pretty shimmering green polish, and it is warm weather perfect.

On-trend colors for fun fabulous looks. This heavily pigmented polish will have your nails looking their best in a flash. #nanacoco

4) Love Life Skin Collection (Sample packets. Full size retail $25.00-$30.00): Love Life Skin is a skincare line that was first created for use by chemotherapy patients who were having issues with sensitive skin. The formulas are soothing, nourishing and hydrating, and a good choice for sensitive skin.

Their story is worthy of note:

For over 20 years, three distinguished doctors in New York City witnessed harsh chemotherapy and radiation treatments ravage their patients’ skin – causing damage, inflammation and dehydration. Inspired by their patients and motivated to improve their quality of life, the trio decided to create a skincare line to address the condition of dehydrated, sensitive skin.

On a typical busy day in the chemotherapy room, one of the doctors was consoling a patient complaining about the treatment’s dehydrating effects on her skin. When the doctor revealed her desire to develop a skincare line to help with this common complaint, another patient in the room interjected and said, “I can actually help you with that.” The patient was a beauty industry expert who launched many successful brands during her career, and knew first-hand how her skin suffered from the dehydrating effects of treatment.

The patient introduced the doctors to a long-term colleague – an award-winning scientist and cosmetic chemist. Together, with their collective experience and knowledge, they set out to create a unique skincare line that would rehydrate, heal and restore. They sought out the highest quality natural extracts and antioxidants and developed a delivery system that micronizes and encapsulates these active ingredients to penetrate the skin more efficiently. #lovelifeskin

5) Pur-lisse Flash Tattoos (Sample Size, Full retail $9.00): These fun temporary tattoos can be worn on the fingers, wrists, or anywhere you want to add a little extra sparkle.

Instantly sparkle with jewel-like tattoos! Apply anywhere on skin to glam up any day or night look! How To: Clean and dry skin before application. Place tattoos face down on skin. Hold a wet cloth for 30-45 seconds, then peel off and gently pat. Allow tattoo to sit for 10 minutes. #purlisse

Top to Bottom: Nanacoco Nail Polish in Hope of Spring,  OFRA Lip Gloss in Apricot Dream and OFRA Lipliner in Baby Doll.

Overall Assessment: The OFRA Lip Gloss in Apricot Dream is the real star of the show! It's a gorgeous and non-sticky gloss that feels as good as it looks. I do wish that the skincare products were deluxe samples, that came in resealable tubes rather than packets, since they would be perfect for travel, and one could test them for a longer period of time.

About Beautybox Five: Beauty Box Five is a subscription-based, beauty sampling program that delivers a box filled with 5 cosmetic samples to your door every month. Aimed at introducing women to new cosmetic products and educating them on best practices, Beauty Box 5 scours the market to find the best products for your lifestyle.

Select the subscription plan that works best for you. Every month we will send you a mixture of carefully selected travel, deluxe and full-size samples. Their monthly plans begin at $12.00, but they offer a quarterly plan for $30.00 and a yearly plan for $99.00.

All members receive free shipping. Receive exclusive discounts from our partner brands.

Press Sample Courtesy of www.beautybox5.com All views expressed are categorically my own (Affiliate links).

Copyright © 2015 www.lolassecretbeautyblog.com All Rights Reserved.