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Glossybox is a fabulous luxury beauty subscription that gives me tingles every month when I see it on my front porch! Each one is an amazing value and comes stuffed full of deluxe and full sized items (no foil packets here!) It's definitely nice to get to try out a $250 moisturizer before you buy! LOL!

They have awesome customer service on top of everything else. When I got my first shipment of this box, the hair treatment oil had popped open and leaked all over the inside of the box absolutely soaking it. I emailed them and they had a replacement in the mail to me lickety split, no fuss, no muss.

Lucky for you, I got a second shadow, and since I've salvaged my first one the 2nd one is up for grabs! From the Swedish company Emite, we have their absolutely gorgeous, highly pigmented shadow in the color Dams- possibly the richest, blackest black I've ever seen. It's unbelievably soft; it feels like satin. No fallout whatsoever, which is a must with black shadows. I wore this on New Years, and talk about staying power. It looked as good 9 hours later as it did upon first application! It retails for $27.

It survived 9 hours of THIS

Right now you can only buy it as an import from Sweden, so this is your chance!


Also in my box was:
Mastey Color Protecting Leave-In Oil Treatment ($25)



Nicka K New York Professional Eyeshadow Brush ($4.99)




The Aloe Source Jojoba Radiance Cleansing Polish ($4.48)


and

Jelly Pong Pong Duo Eye Pencil ($17)

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Pure Luxury GlossyBox Product Reviews and upcoming August box sneak peek and 15% discount code

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The August GLOSSBOX was filled with products to pamper. After a long summer, we’re getting ready for Fall and in need of a little R & R to get us back to reality. Each product in our August box is made to nourish from head to toe and are infused with vitamins and natural oils leaving you feeling luxurious and radiant. Pure luxury at its finest. It came to a $98 value! 

So here's my reviews of the products themselves- and a sneak peek at the soon to ship August 2013 box!



A FULL SIZED $19 value Jelly Pong Pong lip crayon in assorted colors and a full sized $28 value Sue Devitt pressed powder + 3 more items! WOW!

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Biolage Exquisite Oil Replenishing Treatment by Matrix for Unisex - 3.1 oz Treatment

It’s for replenishing dull, lackluster hair and enhancing shine.

We love that all hair types can use it and experience great results.

We recommend massaging through mid-lengths and ends while hair is wet.

Infused with a moringa oil blend and blessed with the Good Housekeeping seal of approval. It's no surprise that so many stylists are incorporating this into their blowouts and styles- it leaves your hair super crazy shiny, bouncy and softer than Snuggle Bear. After I lightened my hair, it felt a lot rougher than I was used to- I'm used to my hair feeling quite silky, actually. A few drops of this and my hair was restored and all frizz was banished. Even my split ends seemed to be sealed. A TIIINY bit of thjis goes a long way, so a bottle lasts forever. Seriously, all I need is a few drops for my waist length hair. 

ELLIS FAAS Creamy Lips L105 0.095 oz

It’s for adding a lightweight, long-lasting color on lips.

We love that it comes in three luxurious textures: Creamy Lips for a soft velvety matte finish, Milky Lips for a gloss finish & Glazed Lips for a touch of color.

We recommend applying Ellis lips with the applicator first by painting the lips with just a small amount of lipstick, then fully load the applicator to fill completely.

A liquid lipstick for classic definition and long-wearing coverage. The gorgeous texture of this highly pigmented lipstick gives great definition to your lips, both as a full-coverage lipstick as well as a stain. All shades are "human colors," meaning that they are inspired by the colors that by nature already exist in the human body and are therefore suitable for all skintones. It is formulated Without: - Parabens This product is unscented and unflavored.

I love the richness of the formula and the color. It's SO crazy pigmented, so you can either put it on with a heavy hand for a dramatic look like I did here, or you can blot it to make an absolutely GORGEOUS stain. The tube is a really sturdy metal, so these will not get trashed in your purse (with the bonus of feeling like a Bond girl when you put on your lipstick!) You know how everyone right now is all about the statement necklaces? Well this is statement LIPSTICK. Functions like a lipstick, applies and feels like a gloss, super moist and hydrating and uber pigmented. What more could you want? The applicator is also fun to play with ;-) 

Illamasqua Nail Varnish Radium 0.5 oz

It’s for grabbing people’s attention with vibrant colored nail varnish.

We love how chip resistant the polish is.

We recommend applying two coats for high intensity.

Radium is not for the faint of heart. I am SO grateful that I'm allowed (nee, expected) to be a little wacky at my job, because this polish is, well, the bomb. The finish is absolutely gorge with a subtle shimmer. The color is true and intense. The brush is shaped perfectly for easy application and it goes on smoooth and even. And chipping? Fuhgeddaboutit. An absolute dream of a polish.

Ole Henriksen Truth Serum 1 oz. What is it: A lightweight, oil-free treatment serum for daytime use.Who is it for: All skin types, women and men alike. Anyone concerned about aging.Why is it different: It is a daytime serum, while many are made for nighttime use. It contains rose hips, a source of vitamin C, popular in Ole's native Denmark.How do I use it: Apply evenly to face (bringing it up under the eyes) and neck after cleansing and toning. After absorption, follow with your favorite moisturizer.From Ole Henriksen.Includes:

It’s for smoothing out lines and wrinkles while preventing further damage to your skin.

We love the delicious citrus scent.

We recommend applying to face and neck after cleaning and toning.

I have been using this on and off for over a year now, and I always come back to it. I love the way it primes my skin in the mornings by tightening my pores and skin and brightening up my complexion in general. It's extremely light and absorbs into the skin quickly. I use this after cleansing and toning and before using my moisturiser. I recently started using this on my chest as well and have been seriously amazed at the results. The skin is firmer for sure. I sleep on my side and I used to wake up with temporary wrinkles on my chest from the skin being all squished up all night. Not anymore! It also has lessened the impact of my 9 gazillion freckles. LOVE!!!!!!

TOUCH IN SOL Feel Like Honey Moon Skin Base

It’s for providing skin a flawless and smooth surface for foundation and makeup.

We love the texture.

This stuff moisturizes with honey and hyaluronic acid while providing a super smooth, glowing base for your foundation. Using this before a BB cream makes you look FANTASTIC. The texture is really different from most primers- it feels a little sticky and oddly cool when you first apply it to your face. It feels, like, well, honey. Then suddenly your skin has slurped it up and feels extremely plump and juicy. Yep, It makes your skin feel juicy, baby. Not sure what the point of the little gold flecks in it are, but they sure do make it look purty. Those Koreans, kicking everyone's butt with cosmetics innovations!

So as you can see, this one was a total boon- I ADORED every last single item. I'm chomping at the bit to get my current box!!!!!

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My first Glossybox (June 2012) compared to Spring Fling 2013 box & DISCOUNT CODE

You can sign up for Glossybox HERE and get 20% off your subscription with the code CHIC20

My first Glossybox was the 2nd US box, with the theme Summer Simplicity. It was the June 2012 box, and boy, have they come a long way!

four deluxe samples, one full sized item and one "extra."  In my June Glossybox, I received:

1. Ahava - Mineral Botanic Hibiscus & Fig Velvet Cream Wash ($22/17.0 oz)
Formulated with rejuvenating Dead Sea minerals and soothing natural moisturizers, this velvety cream wash gives an extra hydration-boost with a sweet uplifting scent.

Sample size: 3.0 oz
Sample value: $3.88

2. First Aid Beauty - Smooth Shave Cream ($16.50/6.8 oz)
Smooth Shave Cream is a gentle, non-irritating formula containing everything you need to obtain a close, long-lasting shave.  Keep your legs looking smooth and sexy all summer.

Sample size: 2.0 oz
Sample value: $4.85

3. Orfa Cosmetics - Eye Shadow ICE ($14.95/0.47 oz)
Dab on this primer infused, color intense, creamy eye shadow and stand out in any crowd.  Remain beautiful for your long summer adventures.

Sample size: 0.47 oz
Sample value: $14.95

4. Vbeauté - Lite Up, Buying Time, & Eye Never ($150/1.0 oz, $135/1.7 oz, $85/0.5 oz)
Give your face the treatment it deserves with this skin care trio including face serum, cream and eye gel.

Sample size: 0.033 oz (each)
Sample Value: $13.18 (total)

5. Wella Professionals - Enrich Moisturizing Treatment ($12/5.07 oz)
Create free flowing hair with this lightweight treatment containing silk extract that instantly restores your mane.

Sample size: 0.84 oz
Sample value: $1.99

Extra - Urban Organic from A Perfume Organic perfume sample.

Total box value: $38.85 Yes, worth more than the cost of the box, but I felt a bit let down. 



My first Glossybox was the 2nd US edition box (June 2012) and initially I decided that it wasn't worth the higher price because I got so many tiny tiny samples. Yes, the eyeshadow was full sized, but otherwise I wasn't blown away (the products themselves were good, I just expected so much more after all the build up and the sneak preview boxes they'd sent to some bloggers.) Then I regretted my decision after seeing some other people's July boxes, so I signed back up in time for the August box. Thank goodness! The August box was THE BOMB, and I have remained a faithful subscriber ever since.

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The March 2013 Spring Fling box was UH-MAZING.

Elite Models - Matt Liquid Liner in Matt Brown ($15.00/.09 oz) (and yes, they spelled matte that way, not me!)Intensity, precision, and resistance brought together in one product! Waterproof and long lasting, the liner won't budge all day long. Its precise applicator allows you to adjust the thickness of the line the way you like it. The texture dries very quickly and the colors are deep and intense.

Sample size: .09 oz
Sample value: $15.00


Koh Gen Do Cosmetics - Oriental Plants Emollient Cream ($123.00/1.06 oz)
This rich, moisturizing face cream melts into skin, protecting and nourishing it from dryness.  It is a well-kept secret for fresh dewy skin that contains vitamin A and botanical extracts, which leaves your skin feeling sooth and looking radiant.

Sample size: .28 oz
Sample value: $32.49


ModelCo - Cheek & Lip Tint in Rosy Red ($24.00/10ml)
This cheek and lip tint provides the right amount of color for a natural rosy flush, just in time for spring!  This gel formulation leaves you with "just pinched" cheeks and sexy, lightly stained lips.

Sample size: 10ml
Sample value: $24.00


Prestiche - Essential Oil Bar Soap in Green Machine ($16.99/125 g)
This bar soap is made from the highest quality all-natural ingredients, which are hand selected by seasoned botanists, herbalists and cosmetic gurus.  It will soothe even those with extremely sensitive skin, as it contains rich essential oils and vitamins that work to leave skin soft, refreshed, and aromatic.

In the video I mistakenly stated that it was full sized, but they just put the regular label onto the deluxe sample- this was a little less than half full sized. 
Sample size: 54 g
Sample value: $7.34


In addition to the soap, there was also a $40 Prestiche gift certificate included in the box.  The $40 can be redeemed toward anything on their website.

Sebastian Professional - Shaper Fierce ($17.00/10.6 oz)
From unkempt bed heads to high-fashion chignons, this shaping spray provides buildable, flexible hold while maintaining a high-shine gloss - a definite must-have for keeping your fashionable 'dos in place.

Sample size: 1.5 oz
Sample value: $2.41


Total box value: $80.24 + $40 gift certificate!

So WOW! No packettes, no teeny tiny one use tubes, but full sized and deluxe sized items! I'm about to wet my pants in anticipation of their one year anniversary box!

PS. In my video review of the march box, I totally trashed Sebastian Shaper. That stuff reeks to high heaven. The smell literally makes me nauseous. Why didn't it bother me when I was a big haired punk rock teenager? Maybe the cloves killed my ability to smell anything. But believe it or not, the Shaper Fierce has, like, no scent at all practically! That stuff is awesome!

Whole lotta hairspray goin' on here! Literally the only person in the whole photo NOT wearing hairspray is my friend Merrin with his shaved head...... (I'm in the front with pink booties)