GlossyBox October

Last month I got to try out the wonders of the beauty box concept courtesy of Boudoir Prive.

Glossybox, possibly the most popular and the first to start (I think - correct me if that's wrong) of the beauty box phenomenon have since been in touch asking if I would like to try out their 6th edition of luxe beauty samples as their 6th box promised to be a goody!

Much like other beauty boxes, the Glossybox arrives, beautifully presented which makes it's arrival feel all the more special and exciting.

Box Contents:

Dermalogica Age Smart:  Multivitamin Thermafliant; Multivitamin Power Recover Masque; Renewal Lip Complex (with beauty Bag).  3 mini sized products and a cute little bag to house them all in.  The bag is a bonus really but it goes without saying that Dermalogica are a fabulous brand who know their skincare inside out.  I have used Dermalogica on and off for years and I am always more than happy with the results.

Leighton Denny Expert Nails Colour & Care Polish in BABYDOLL:  Can you believe I have still never tried Leighton Denny nail colours despite hearing plenty of good reviews about them?!  I haven't tried this one out yet but look out for it in an upcoming Nail of the Day post.  I can tell already I am going to love this shade, girly, sweet and candy like.

STILA Smudge Stick Waterproof Eyeliner in MORAY:  The Stila brand has recently been resurrected in the UK much to my pleasure and this sample just serves as a reminder that they are back and won't go unnoticed.  The colour of this liner is beautiful and so unusual, a mossy, olive green with gold flecks, it applies smoothly and softly on the skin and is kind to the delicate eye area.  The swatch you see here was still clearly visible after at least 5 hand washes ... A job well done for a waterproof product.

Robert Piguet Eau de Parfums:  Hailed as the 'most Parisian of Fashion Designers' (what does that even me), three signature scents, Fracas, Calypso and Visa are the works of Robert Piguet.  I wouldn't say they are everyones cup of tea but I like the darkness and muskiness of the scents, my favourite being Calypso.

Another lovely offering from the Beauty Box brigade.

To subscribe to Glossybox it's £10 per month plus p+p ... you can find out more about it at the Glossbox website here.

So who is signed up to Glossybox?  How do other months boxes compare?

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Boudoir Prive

Beauty boxes seem to be the latest trend for the beauty conscious, product obsessed gal.  They work on a subscription basis, £10 a month gets you 5-6 deluxe samples (from reputable brands) for you to try out.  Delivery is free and they arrive on your doorstep hassle free.

A few weeks ago I was contacted by the Boudoir Prive PR team asking if I would like to try out their September box.  I thought it was a good way of trying before I buy so last week a pretty pink package arrived to my delight.

Beautifully packaged, the suspense of undressing the box to see what's inside is exciting enough never mind what the contents may be.

Box Contents:

Tropic Skincare Body Smooth:  Founded by the Apprentice's Susan Ma (yup, this is her product line we all wondered about), this nourishing  moisturiser is enriched with nourishing Sea Minerals, Jojoba and Macademia oil.  It also smells like a zen like beauty spa - delightful.

Colbert MD Nourish Eye Cream:  Apparently used my Kate Middleton and Sienna Miller, this cream rehydrates skin around the eyes and reduces puffiness and dark circles.

Cargo Cosmetics Boogie Nights Eye Pencil:  A shimmery, glittery eye pencil perfect for nights out.  I have yet to try this on my eyes but swatched on the back of my hand the colour (05 Aqua) is vibrant ant the shimmer is evident.

Zoya Nail Polish:  I received the shade Marina from the new Smoke & Mirrors Collection for A/W 2011.  I have never tried Zoya polishes so can't wait to try this one.

Agent Provocateur L'Agent:  A seductive scent that will make you feel sexy, mysterious and captivating.  Or so they claim.  I have to say, I agree although I am a bit biased, I love all Agent Provocateurs boudoir like fragrances.

Macademia Hair Repair:  An oil treatment, suitable for all hair types, ensures your hair is visibly smooth, frizz free and shiny.  I was most excited to see this product as I am already a regular re-purchaser of this hair oil and have always intended to write a blog post about it.  I actually spend around £4-5 just buying the sample size alone!  I use it on my hair regularly to keep frizz at bay and keep it looking smooth.  Only the tiniest amount of product is required so even this sample size will keep you going for months.

I love the idea of beauty boxes and for those with little time to research or hunt down samples themselves  then it's a fairly inexpensive and effortless way to keep an eye on the latest products, trying before you buy.

If you are interested in a Boudoir Prive box you can find out more at www.boudoirprive.co.uk

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