FabFitFun VIP Summer 2014

Here's my first FabFitFun box, Summer 2014! I got a sneak peek at my products earlier this month and I was so excited with this selection of products.

Sonya Dakar Flash Facial ~ $95
This product was featured as the first spoiler for the Summer 2014 box. I've tried it over the past few days and I really love it! I think you have to give it a few days before you start noticing results. I wouldn't pay $95 for it but I'm happy I got to try it through this box.

pur-lisse pur-protect SPF 30 ~ $55
This moisturizer is smooth and creamy, perfect for oily or dry skin. It smells more like sunscreen than other moisturizers and I don't feel like it's worth $55. The product is supposedly full sized but looks more like a deluxe sample size. I will probably use up this tube because the product is really good for everyday use, but won't be ordering another.

Thursday Friday Away Mini Clutch/Makeup Bag ~ $35
I've never been a fan of canvas so this isn't going to make it into my personal collection of purses and bags. There is a picture of a white Chanel looking purse with the front view on the front and back view on the back. The inspiration for this collection is to be able to have the essence of a designer handbag for a fraction of the cost. I personally think this bag is cheap and does not nearly begin to take the place of a designer. A coupon for $30 off my next purchase was included, but I checked it out and shipping to HI is $19.95, so I would only be getting $10 off and you have to spend at least $35 to use the coupon and nothing on their site is appealing to me since I don't like canvas. If you're into canvas, use the code FAB30 to get $30 off your next purchase at thufri.com.

Balanced Guru No Frizz Oil ~ $25
I have so many hair products, my hair feels super healthy already. I saw this product in last month's Ipsy products but it's not one of the samples I received. I tried it and it doesn't rival any of my current products so I may be selling it.

FabFitFun Water Infuser BPA-Free Water Bottle ~ $15
I wasn't sure how to react when I saw I would be receiving this water bottle. This is supposed to be the "exercise" item in the box but I was expecting something more useful for exercise. When I got this, I opened it up and took out the infuser part and actually really like it. It holds quite a bit of water and says "Take life by the exercise balls!" on the side. Not sure if I'll ever use the infuser part, but I guess it's always nice to have options.

Zoya Nail Polish (Maya) ~ $9
I've tried this brand before and really like it. It goes on smooth, dries super glossy and only requires a coat or two. Maya is a peachy, bright pink color, perfect for Summertime. I have gel polish on all of my nails so I don't have a need for nail polish anymore and I wasn't a fan of this color, however, so I gifted it to a friend.

KISSTIXX Lip Balm (raspberry & lemonade) ~ $5.99
This could not have arrived at a more perfect time. Not sure why, but my lips have become annoyingly dry and flaky. So much so that they hurt; I've never experienced this with my lips before. They're not sunburnt but I think I may have had an allergic reaction to something. I was just going to purchase a new lip balm and so was my boyfriend, who frequently suffers from dry, chapped lips. The concept behind this product is to keep one and give one to your partner so that the compatible flavors will combine when you kiss. I kept the raspberry one and gave him the lemonade one. We have yet to kiss and mix the flavors, but I have tried putting one on my top lip and the other on the bottom lip. It tastes awesome. It also comes in the following combos: fire/ice, sweet/sour, pina colada/strawberry daquri, chocolate/strawberry and peaches/cream.

POPchips (sour cream & onion) ~ $1.29
These were excellent. If I see these in stores, I would definitely purchase these instead of regular potato chips. These snacks aren't fried or baked, they're simply "popped" using heat and pressure. Pop chips contain no preservatives, zero trans fats, no cholesterol, are vegetarian and vegan friendly. They come in a variety of flavors: original, sour cream & onion, barbecue, sea salt & pepper, sea salt & vinegar, and cheddar potato.

Skintimate Shave Gel (sponsored) ~ $1.99
I've always used this brand and I love this size. The full sized cans take a while to use up so this travel size is actually a perfect size for me and I'm glad to have a new one since I've just run out!

Always Xtra Protection Long Daily Liners (sponsored) ~ $1.50
As a girl, there is always a need for these. I will definitely be using these during my next visit from Aunt Flo.

Slimfast Have Your Cake... Meal Bar (sponsored) ~ $1
This bar was so tempting, I ate it immediately after opening my box. It was delicious! I may even get some in the store if I can find them.


I think I was happier with the sponsored items and food products. I won't be keeping everything in this box, but I think it was well worth what I spent. I even purchased a box for my mom at the reduced rate of $39.99 and she will be subscribing for the Fall box. I love the products I was able to try and will be selling the ones I don't plan on using. I'm pretty satisfied with the spread and FFF is definitely in the running for one of my fave boxes.

If you're interested in FabFitFun VIP, comment your email address below so that I can refer you!

XOXO,

Sami

June 2014 Birchbox

Okay, so I know I give Birchbox a hard time, but I really do like this box. In fact, this is my fave so far. I think (at least I hope) BB is going through some adjusting, trying to get to know me and what I like. It still bothers me that it takes an entire month to get here. I mean, if Ipsy can get it to me in a week, I don't really understand why Birchbox can't. Anyway, I finally had enough points to redeem for $10 off in the Birchbox shop! Every 100 points, gets you $10 off. It's super easy and fast to accumulate points with BB. I really wanted to get a full size of the Benefit  They're Real! Mascara because I love my sample from Sephora so much. I actually really like some of the products in the BB shop. I got some lash cards to help with my mascara application when I also want to have a shadow on so it doesn't ruin any of my other make up. The benefits of the BB shop are a lot like Sephora where you can get a lot of free stuff. If you spend $35, you get a Mystery Box (regularly $10) where you get one deluxe sample and one regular sample. If you spent $60, you could get free Skullcandy Bombshell earbuds (worth $49.99!). With Ipsy, you have to accumulate 1,000 points in order to redeem for one of a select few range of items (I think because Ipsy doesn't sell it's own items and goes through individual brands). So the BB points are a big plus for me, especially since you can accumulate them so quickly and the rewards are not limited to certain items.

Coastal Scents Revealed 2 Eye Shadow Palette Set - Sunset
Versatile range of rose-tinted shadows that will round out your beauty arsenal. There are four shimmer neutral colors in this pallet that I love! My skin favors neutral tones so this is great! Haven't tried it out yet, but I'm super excited to try it. The sample size is more like a deluxe sample, but not full sized.

COOLA Tinted Matte SPF 30 for Face
Mineral based tinted moisturizer with lasting sun protection and a shine-free finish. Love the texture and sheer coverage. Another awesome product with sunscreen.

Joie Folle de Joie Eau de Parfum
A fresh blend of mandarin, rose, and sandalwood that evokes a carefree, summertime vibe. I really like this scent. It's not something I think I would buy, but I'll be enjoying this for a few weeks.

Perlier Body Cream -Shea Almond
From the Italian skincare brand, this nourishing cream rehydrates skin for a silky finish. This lotion reminds me of the brand Loccitane. Both the packaging and the product are similar to the Loccitane brand. It's super hydrating and absorbs quickly. Perfect for after sun dryness during the Summer.

suki Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser
Two-in-one cleanser and exfoliator that rejuvenates skin an smells deliciously lemony. I was so happy to be getting this because I really needed a scrub cleanser! With all the cleansers I have for my face, I haven't gotten a scrub to exfoliate my skin so I was so excited to try this. It has the scent and texture of a lemon skittle. It even dissolves on your skin like a skittle on your face. It is just what I needed to help exfoliate all my dead dry skin from my face, since I've been getting quite a bit of sun.


I know subscription boxes get a lot of crap for the small samples they give out, but I actually really like these. If I like an item, I can always purchase it from the BB shop and if I don't, I don't mind wasting the sample because it's not a lot of product. Plus, these sizes are perfect for carrying around in my school bag or purse and are great for travel. To each her own, but I love tiny things!

Updates on my BB purchases. So I accidentally received two deluxe sample sizes of my Benefit They're Real! Mascara instead of one full size and one deluxe sample, so I immediately sent them and email. Later, I noticed that a brush set I purchased isn't what was pictured and I wanted it exactly as pictured. So I sent another email. A couple days later, they sent me an email apologizing for the error, mailed me my full size, AND gave me 100 BB points... EACH! They did this for both emails I sent so they sent out two new products and I got 200 BB points! We'll see though, I haven't received these yet, but I'm excited about the excellent customer service I've received so far.

Once again, if you're interested in Birchbox, let me know so I can refer you!

XOXO,

Sami

Memebox Superbox #22 - Pore Box #2

This box is probably the one I'm most excited to try because it focuses on one of my biggest beauty flaws: clogged, enlarged pores. I checked out Pore Care 1 unboxed and I wasn't impressed. I was actually quite disappointed that I was going to get this when I saw what was in the first one, thinking that the same items would be in my box because that's usually how Memebox rolls. WRONG! I got all new products, not a single duplication from the first box. So when I opened my box I was positively thrilled!

Label Young Shocking Pack (100g) ~ $29
When environmental toxins, dirt and debris get under your skin, pores get clogged and skins looks cloudy. Label Young's Shocking Pack clears up the complexion by getting to the bottom of skin and dissolving all dirt and oil. Once a week or as often as needed, open pores with warm water, layer mask on wet face and massage for 1 minute. Allow to dry, rinse well.
The packaging of this product definitely fits the brand "Label Young." I almost sold this because it looked and smelled cheap and young. It smells like grape candy and looks like a clay mask with tiny purple exfoliants.

With Me White Perfection Foaming Cleanser (120mL) ~ $29
Made with silk and marine extracts, this foaming cleanser detoxifies the skin and gently yet effectively removes and dissolves oil and makeup. It rises away pore-clogging surface debris, impurities , and excess oil to refine skin texture, brighten skin clarity, and minimize the look of pores over time. Gently massage cleanser onto dampened face to create a warming lather. Rinse clean with water. Use morning and evening.
I've used this a few times and love it! It even looks silky; when you pull it apart it appears stringy like silk strands. It feels great, lathers wonderfully into the skin and makes it feel super clean. I have to finish my O& Berry cleanser before I can put this one in my shower to use regularly.

Cheek Room Loose Powder (11g) ~ $14
This non-drying translucent powder sets makeup and creates a flawless finish. With its unique light-reflecting ingredients, Cheek Room's Loose Powder creates a soft-focus appearance that smoothes away fine lines and imperfections as it sets your makeup, and also works to control oil production on your face. Pat loose powder onto face over foundation, or by itself.
I haven't used this yet as I'm still debating whether or not to sell it. I don't wear foundation and sometimes powders actually make my face look more oily because it dries my skin and causes it to overproduce skin oils. We'll have to wait and see.

Tosowoong Spot Clean Pore Brush ~ $24
Consisted of 0.045mm fine brush hair, this pore brush will gently yet very thoroughly cleanse deep into pores, removing any excess blackheads or sebum previously unreached when cleansing with your hands. Use cleansing oil to first remove thick color makeup. Then apply the foam cleanser on top of the pore brush and gently lather and massage onto your face.
This is something I saw in the Memeshop and thought it might be an interesting product. It was something I even considered ordering, but decided not to so I'm really happy this came in my box! I tried using this with the cleanser that came in this box, but maybe I didn't scrub it hard enough because I still had some visible blackheads on my nose. This brush is so soft and gentle, I think I may need something a little more heavy duty for my difficult, stubborn blackheads. I will continue to try using this because it just feels so amazing on my skin!

Grinif Ultimate Pore Silk BB Primer (15mL) ~ $60
This silky primer smoothes and perfects the skin, while the unique formula fills in fine lines and pores for a flawless finish. Smooth over clean, moisturized skin. Can be worn alone or underneath foundation.
This product and I had a rough start. I kept pushing the pump but the product just would  not come out. It took a couple hundred pumps before product finally appeared but it was worth it. This product feels so amazing! I think I like it even better than the Miguhara BP cream I raved about in Luckybox #5, it just doesn't smell as good. It is and feels like an expensive product. I think the product matches the price. Too bad it doesn't match my skin tone as well. I think if I just do a thin layer it would be fine, but I think that all foundations/BB/CC whatevers make my face look lighter than the rest of my body. It's not only me but I notice a lot of other women have this same effect. I think I'm just more bothered by it than other women. Anway, love this and will be using it until it dies.

Cosrx Ciracle Pore Control Blackhead Off Sheet (30sheets) ~ $14
Say good-bye to all the blackheads and whiteheads fattening up and enlarging your pores with Cosrx's famous Pore Control Blackhead Off-Sheet. As the name goes, this pore control sheet will literally remove all excess blackhead off your pores. Place the pore control off sheet over your nose or any other areas of you faces with enlarged pores and excess blackheads. After 15 minutes, remove the sheet and rinse off all of the blackheads and sebum pulled out from your pores.
I wasn't really sure how to use this at first. The shed kept falling off my nose since their not fitted to form to your face. I did literally feel my blackheads protruding from my nose and chin. I tried this one after I tried using the brush and it seems to have worked perfectly! Not sure if ALL my blackheads are gone, but this definitely lifted them to the surface and I was able to remove the majority of them. I think it would have worked better if I had let it sit for longer, but I was just so unsure of the sheets falling off my face I kind of gave up the first time. I also like the fact that these came with tweezers so you're not exposing the pads to your skin oils. It also helps to separate them for use. So glad I traded in my nose strips for these, they work a million times better and are far less painful.


The one fault that I'm not so crazy about Memebox is that I can't purchase some of the products included in the boxes from the Memeshop, or anywhere else for that matter. I could only find some full Memeboxes on Ebay if I wanted to purchase an item. That's the only gripe I have, and it definitely won't be decreasing my love for Memebox any less. It does make me appreciate my products all the more.

XOXO,

Sami

Lomilomi 7 Skin Scheduler Facial Mask

It's Summer time! For us pharmacy kids, this not only means fun in the sun, but also Summer rotations. This year, for our P3 rotations, we are required to do a 2-week hospital rotation. Luckily, I got placed at a local hospital and don't have to travel to a neighbor island. Last year, I went to Oahu to do my 4-week retail rotation and walked everywhere! While I had a wonderful experience, the stress of traveling and living away from home was daunting on my body. Part of a successful education is remembering to take care of yourself, even when everything seems crazy. This year, I thought I would embrace the weeks ahead with a week-long mask session. I saw this in the Memeshop and thought it would be perfect to de-stress during my rotation. Lomilomi's 7 Skin Scheduler Facial Mask set was $15, which I think is a pretty good deal for 7 masks. These masks are different that the mask I tried in my Luckybox as they are a paper mask. I'm not sure which I prefer.
I started masking on Monday, June 9, and will finish on Sunday, June 15.

Apply 1 mask to face qPM while lying down x 1 week
#7

ALOE Monday Juicy Mask (6/9)
The recommended time to let this mask sit is about 15-30 minutes. I let this mask sit for about 15 minutes. I took my own advice and lay down when I put on this mask so that it wouldn't droop down my face, into my eyes and nose. This was a very refreshing mask. Too bad it was chilly and raining when I did this. It would have been nice to have done it on a hot, sunny day and feel the coolness of the mask on my face. I didn't rinse my face after and most of the serum absorbed into my skin.
(6/10) My pores look visibly smaller and skin tone is more even. Skin is soft and moisturized. LOVE it already!


GINGKO Tuesday Anti-Wrinkle Mask (6/10)
I again only let this mask sit for about 15 minutes. I get a little restless when I'm immobile and have to lie down. This mask was really refreshing too! I don't really have wrinkles and pray that my super asian skin will prevent them from arriving on my face prematurely. When I went to take the mask off, I swear I felt the sensation and smell like someone blew a tiny puff of cigarette smoke in my face. It was the weirdest thing. I almost put the mask back on to see if it would repeat itself, but didn't. The serum absorbed into my skin nicely.
(6/11) My skin still looks like it did yesterday, with smaller pores (no smaller than yesterday though) and extra hydrated.

GRAPE Wednesday Whitening Mask (6/11)
As soon as I ripped open the package, the scent of Hi-chew grape candy filled the air. I put the mask on my face and I reminisced of simpler times. My face itched slightly while wearing the mask. I left the mask on for 15 minutes then wiped it off. My lips began itching immensely, but they've been itching all week so I'm not sure if the mask is the cause of tonight's itchy lips or if it merely exacerbated a preexisting itch. Skin feels great, serum absorbed nicely.
(6/12) I developed a few, minor blemishes in my T-zone, possibly from too much serum exposure. This can be reduced by wiping more of the serum off or reducing the mask time.




CUCUMBER Thursday Bouncing Mask (6/12)
This mask smelt of light cucumber. I kept thinking of putting cucumbers on my eyes too, if we had any in the house. It felt very calming and soothing.
(6/13) I noticed some lightening of the dark spots on my face and healing of one of my recent acne scars. The minor acne flare was resolved this morning and my skin texture was smooth.








ACEROLA Friday Recovery Mask
I was extremely apprehensive to put this mask on my face. When I was younger, my parents used to make jugs of juice out of powder and it was called Acerola Cherry. I HATED it. It smelled awful, like cherry cough syrup. This mask didn't seem so bad though. It had a very light, fruity scent. Nothing like the horror I experienced as a child.







POMEGRANATE Saturday Vital Mask
It was finally a hot sunny day, perfect for an afternoon masking. The cooling sensation ran from my face, all the way through my body and felt wonderfully refreshing! There was a light scent of pomegranate, although it was a bit stronger than the others.










JASMINE Sunday Healing Mask
This, my final mask of the week, was definitely my fave. It smelled so sweet and relaxing. I love jasmine and it was such a healing experience, I would probably purchase just this mask on its own. I let this mask sit just a while longer so I could allow the pleasant smell fill my lungs.





These masks are pretty bomb. You can see differences after the first mask and I'm a huge fan of instant gratification so these are perfect for those of you who like instant results (I don't know anyone who doesn't). Over the course of the week, I noticed pore size reduction, increased softness, and smoothness in texture and tone. I've already ordered some mask sets through the Memeshop for my friends for Christmas! To purchase your own set, visit the Memeshop here: http://us.memebox.com/memeshop/mask-pack/7-skin-scheduler-facial-mask#.U5jFvBaE6oo

In my personal opinion, it's "cheaper" in the long run to purchase over $70 worth of products from the Memeshop and get free shipping because the shipping is really expensive. I'm not sure if it's a Hawai`i thing or because they're sending heavy liquids (I know Bath & Body charges a lot for shipping too because of this) but it's about $16 for shipping under $30 and $24 over $30, and gets more expensive the more you spend. If you spend over $70, use the code FREESHIPPING at checkout. You can use this code once per month and I'm not sure if they change it. They haven't since I've been purchasing though.

Well, I thoroughly enjoyed masking this week. It almost felt like I was at the spa... almost...

XOXO,

Sami

Benefit They're Real! Push-up Liner

So now that my eyelashes are permed, I use mascara to make them look fuller and enhance their length. I also use a lot of eyeliner to make it look a little more natural but dramatic, if that even makes sense. I usually use MAC fluidline, which has a liquid feel and smooth application. I do believe that appropriate liner application has to do with the brush. Having the right brush can make all the difference. I use an Artistry angled eyeliner brush that is amazing. It makes the finest lines with ease and precision. Anyway, I received an email from BeneFit about their new They're Real! Push-up liner. I clicked on the link and got on the waitlist, and then they emailed me to purchase! So I got my hands on this new liner that has not even hit the shelves yet. It costs $24 and is supposed to make using a liner easier as it is an all-in-one liner and brush. You just rotate the bottom and the liner comes up through the tip, which also serves as a brush.

I really like that I don't need a brush to apply this liner. It makes on-the-go applications so much easier. The only thing I don't like about this product is the liner formula. It kind of feels like they just pureed a liner pencil and put it inside. Also, I think it's really thick, so sometimes when I try to push it up, I have to rotate the base more than just once (even though you're supposed to do just one rotation per eye) to get any liner out. During my initial use, I had to rotate the bottom A LOT before any product even came out. When applying, it sometimes clumps by the lash line leaving little particles behind. The particles then cause some unevenness in the liner. I think if it weren't so thick, it would be a totally fab product and it would be even easier to use. Other than that, the tip is amazing and makes beautiful cat eyes or wing tips.

I think I'll stick to my regular routine but keep this in my purse for touch ups. Again, I really love the idea of this liner and its design, just not the formula for the liner itself. I think it's definitely worth a try and great for people who are already used to applying liner. If you can easily adjust to different consistencies in product, then I think this product would be a great addition to your make-up collection. It's not yet available in stores but get yours on June 27 at 10am online or in stores and check out The Line to Fine website here: https://thelinetofine.com

XOXO,

Sami

June 2014 Ipsy Glam Bag

Yesterday, my glam bag was revealed and today, it was in my mailbox! I'm so impressed that it's already here! I remember last month just staring at my products on my computer screen, hitting the  refresh button on the tracking page to see when it would come in. The shipping email came in today and by the time I opened it, it said my bag had already been delivered! It shipped out on June 6 and arrived today, June 11. This month's bag is designed by Rebecca Minkoff and feels pretty sturdy and durable. Super cute print and perfect for Summer!

Be a Bombshell Lash Out Mascara (7g) - Intense Black
I have been into mascaras lately since perming my eyelashes. I've been using a Benefit They're Real small sample size that I got as a bonus from Sephora, which I've liked so far but have been wanting to try other mascaras. I thought this mascara was going to be a deluxe sample size like my Benefit one, but I was shocked to see that it actually looks like a full size product (retails for $15!!!)! I put this on over my already mascaraed lashes and it visibly lengthened and recurled my lashes! It smells terrible though, like strong permanent marker.
(6/15) Not a huge fan of this mascara. While it has decent sized packaging, it doesn't seem to have much product in it. Either that, or the product is so viscous that it just doesn't come out on the brush. I've attempted to apply this multiple times to no avail.

DERMAdoctor DD Cream Dermatologically Defining BB Cream w/ Broad Spectrum SPF 30 (10 mL)
I've been getting so many of these BB, CC, whatever creams that I haven't liked. This DD cream is no different. It feels sticky like a sunscreen on my face. It has good coverage and a nice shimmer to it though, but I probably won't use it, unless in the sun.

Marc Anthony Dream Waves Beach Spray (45 mL)
When I opened my bag, this was the last product I took out and noticed that it had spilled during transit. I hate that! Oh well, it doesn't seem like much came out of it so there's still a lot of product to sample. It smells nice and beachy, like coconut vanilla. We'll see if it stands up to my thick, coarse, straight hair. It claims to give even the straightest hair a subtle wave. I actually permed my hair when I was younger because I wanted curls, but they always came out soon after and looked terrible for months! It would be nice if this could give my hair just a little texture. I used it on towel dried hair and it's nearly dry, still no deviation from it's normal straightness. Too bad.

Nicka K New York Shimmer Eyeliner - Green 
When I looked at the picture of my glam bag, I thought I was getting the blue eyeliner, but when I received my bag and opened it, I got green instead. I'm actually pretty happy that I got the green one. I was actually thinking that I would have preferred green because I thought it would match my skin tone better than the blue, so I was pleasantly surprised. It's really a nice, rich pigmented sea foam green. Green isn't a color I would usually use as an eyeliner or even shadow (usually stick with just a black liner and some mascara lately) but I'll try to incorporate this into my beauty regimen at some point. It's really liquidy and takes a while to dry, but dries metallic and is seemingly smudge proof. One of the things I don't like is the applicator. It's just a plastic stick and hurts like hell as it scratches your skin while applying.

NYX Butter Gloss (8 mL) - Eclair
Before receiving this, I was trying to figure out which color I would be receiving and watch some reviews of this product. I figured it must be good because all the videos I watched had all these girls with multiple tubes of the stuff, all in different colors. The texture of this gloss is super smooth, creamy and non-sticky. It really does feel like butter. I got the color Eclair, which is a very light petal pink, slightly more on the nudey side. It has a white background so it's not sheer and doesn't have any shimmer. It's really close to my skin color, kind of like my LAQA pencil from my May Birchbox, but more pink than orange. I like the texture a lot, but it feels like a gloss that will require constant reapplication. It's a full product though, so there's enough for many, many, many applications!


Super stoked to be trying all the fabulous products this month! All of the products included in this bag are things that I would never have tried if I didn't subscribe to Ipsy. And they are all very generous sample sizes or full products. I'm again really happy with this bag and contented knowing that even though I'm in Hawai`i, I'm getting my bag around the same time as all the other Ipsters! I already can't wait for my July glam bag! My June Birchbox is still in Indiana, my next glam bag might come before it does... Boo...

Interested in Ipsy? You should be! Let me know if you're ready to subscribe so that I can refer you!

XOXO,

Sami

10 minute Memebox

Lovin' me some Memebox. I was super skeptical about this box and almost didn't get it. But now I'm so happy I did and you'll see why!

This Memebox has everything you need to get ready for a special night out in just 10 minutes! I haven't really had that many occasions to dress up for lately, but sometimes they just creep up on you and a girl must always be prepared.

Aromalab Designer Fragrance Oil - American Phermone Woman Type 01 (8 mL) ~ $34
This handy roll on oil pheromone perfume has a fun and fruity top note that smells like raspberries, violet, and fresh grapefruit, and a sensual vanilla base not that will last all throughout the day. Roll the perfume on your wrists, neck, and wherever else needed on your body.
Not sure if I'm in the business of attracting men, but this smells pretty. I think it smells different when you put it on your skin.

Hope Girl Powdery Body Perfume (20 g) ~ $49
This silky silica powder contains sweat absorbing micro particles that will help keep you feeling fresh all night. This scented powder will give you seductive yet subtle scent that will last all throughout the night. Apply the powder to arms, legs, shoulders, and cleavage for a subtle scent.
The powder feels really nice and does absorb moisture on the skin. It doesn't really smell like a perfume though. I can't even describe what it smells like but it doesn't smell that good to me, but it's extremely light so it doesn't have much scent at all. Maybe after you put it on your skin it smells more, but I have yet to figure this one out. I would definitely never take this out with me though, it's way too big to be lugging around in my purse. It is super cute though with the cheetah print and looks pretty lux.

Hope Girl Milky Balm Lipstick (3.4g) ~ $25
A creamy red long-lasting lipstick that stays put for up to 10 hours and has an incredibly comfortable feel. Wear with gloss for added shine, or alone for a creamy red finish.
I don't usually wear dark colored lipsticks for fear of the dreaded, awkward, lipstick teeth stains. But this one is really nice and actually feels expensive. I've used a lot of different lipsticks like Chanel and MAC, and this one is pretty comparable. And again, it looks super adorbs with the cheetah print!

Secret Romance Hair Essence Lovely (60 mL) ~ $39
A phemone hair essence that leaves your hair smelling like a sensual rose all day while also nourishing each strand to increase hair strength and manageability for soft, shiny, and smooth hair. Enriched with angelica root oil, grape seed oil, aloe vera extracts and ginseng extracts, this hair essence will give you the lush and glamorous hair that you always dreamt about having. Apply hair essence to towel dried hair, starting from roots to ends.
This is hands down my favorite product in this box. In fact, I think this is my all time favorite Memebox item so far. It works so well, it's something my boyfriend actually noticed... and I didn't even have to say anything! This product speaks for itself. After I got this box, I immediately opened this because it's something that's so different. I often spray the top of my head with perfume because I'm so short that I feel like this is the place people are going to smell. It smells AMAZING! It's light and fruity, I can't even explain how intoxicating and invigorating it is. So right when I opened it, I had to try it. It went on nicely and made my hair really shiny! It feels and works just like a hair serum, making my hair look healthy, shiny and smooth. I was so happy just surrounded by the scent. After I put it away, I was preparing some salad and my boyfriend came up behind me (he does this a lot because he can easily see over my head because he's 5'11" and I'm 4'8", you can do the math), and instantly said, "wow, you smell good!" Not like I smell bad all the time, it just must have been really good for him to notice, not to mention, actually say something about it. He asked me what it was, but I told him, it was a secret ;) This is my absolute FAVE!

Laboratory Eyelash+ - Cute Princess 002 (5 pairs) ~ $5
A full set of faye eyelashes that will finish off your dolly look. Apply eyelashes with eyelash glue.
FINALLY, some eyelashes! I've always wanted to try false eyelashes, but could never muster up the guts to just buy them from the store, don't ask me why, it's just a thing. Plus, it's so much better to get them when you're not expecting it. These are super cute, not something I would have picked out myself, but I'm down to try new things. I'm a little disappointed these didn't come with eyelash glue. I don't normally have eyelash glue handy since I'm not a devout eyelasher. I usually prefer to just have my regular lashes because I don't like things on my eyelids. I succumbed to the eyelash extension frenzy once and never again. I've since only permed my lashes, which has worked well considering I actually have some pretty long, fluttery lashes. These will enhance my eyelashes only on special occasions. I also love the name of the style, Cute Princess. Who doesn't like to feel like a Cute Princess, right?!


This was another win for Memebox. Totally digging the hair perfume; it's just a bonus that my boyfriend happens to love it too! I didn't expect there to be so many perfume items, though and would have preferred more make-up stuff like maybe a eyeliner or mascara. Maybe they thought you wouldn't need it with the lashes. Nevertheless, still very much in love with Memebox and there's still more to come!

XOXO,

Sami