BirchBox - Month #1

There's been a ton of things I've wanted to blog about recently and I even took photos of them in preparation for a new post but I just haven't found the time to update. So to prioritize, today's entry will be about something I'm most excited about: my first Birchbox shipment. For those who don't know, Birchbox delivers 4-5 luxe sample beauty products to its subscribers every month for $10. I think that this is a great way for someone to try out products without having to commit to the full size or price. At first, I toiled with the idea of signing up but figured for someone such as myself who buys so many products at full price, maybe it would be worth it.

So, in my very first shipment, I found a tribute to Mother's Day with classic products:

• Full Size Stila eyeshadow in the color "Rain." Verdict: Thumbs Up! This is a great neutral color and great for every day wear. It was also my favorite product in the box. The texture is velvety smooth and easily blendable. No complaints here. Regular Retail Price: $18.

• Bvlgari Mon Jasmin Noir Sample Perfume. Verdict: Thumbs Down. I appreciate the Mother's Day tribute but this perfume would have definitely been more appropriate for someone much older than myself. Regular Retail Price: $80 (for 50 ML)

 

• Archipelago Pomegranite Soap. Verdict: Thumbs Up! Subtlely perfumed, triple milled, natural, and non-stripping/overdrying. Regular Retail Price: $12.50 (for 6.8 oz.)
• Ahava Mineral Hand Cream. Verdict: Thumbs Up! This "lotion" seems to be water based to me. It leaves a non-greasy residue and also smells good! Great size for going in the purse. Regular Retail Price: $20 (for 3.4 oz.)

• Tiny Prints blank card. Verdict: Thumbs Up! What a cute little addition. I'm sure this will come in handy in the future. Maybe best used as a simple "thinking of you" gesture.

Ultimately, I'm quite pleased with my first Birchbox. Not only did it come on time but it was beautifully packaged with high quality items. I definitely felt as though I made my $ back since most of these samples would amount close to $10 anyway. Now I'm super excited for next month's box that should be arriving within the next week, so stay tuned!