Umba Box, MyGlam and June Birchbox Goodies

My apologies for the hiatus. I have been "sick". When I say "sick" I mean I had an awful sinus infection. However, according to my drunken uncle a sinus infection is not a "sickness". My lady-like response? "You wouldn't know because you can't stay sober long enough to feel anything!"

Moving on!

I'm not reviewing Umba Box, MyGlam and June's Birchbox this month. It's entirely too much, too soon. I also know how much you all enjoy these posts. I just can't leave you empty handed, so I at least have pics of each to share.

May's Umba Box

May's MyGlam

June's Birchbox!

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Birchbox Review - May 2012

It's that time again! A new month - a new Birchbox review! For those of you who missed my April review you can catch up here. Now that we're all settled on what Birchbox is and all the fabulous-ness it has to offer it's time to show off the goodies!!

This month's box may look a little empty but trust me, it's still full of great items to try! This month's theme "Gossip Girl Hamptons Beach Party" Since the season finale was Monday May 14, it was a good theme for the month!

May 2012

• BVLGARI | Omnia Crystalline 
• fresh | Sugar Rose Tinted Lip Treatment
• Kiehl's | Abyssine Cream +
• Miracle Skin Transformer Body SPF 20 in Glow *
• Birchbox Extra | Notecard

* indicates items I have not tested 


Review thus far: 
I am in love with the BVLGARI perfume - so much that it will be my next purchase. Full size $47-$64. The Sugar Rose Lip Treatment is a new favorite. It glides on smoothly and doesn't have an overpowering smell/taste, like other lip treatments. Full size $22.50 but well worth it for the benefits of your soft rosy tented lips! PS: It's Made in Paris! I tried Kiehl's Abyssine Cream this morning and my skin felt smoother instantly. I will be able to make a more sound judgement after a few days. Full size $48.

The Notecard included is super cute! In white font "XOXO" on a light green (to go with their Gossip Girl theme) with a matching envelope it's simply adorable. Set of 12, $10

So there you have it. May's Birchbox broken down.

Look for a new post later this week with my first review of Umba Box!

Birchbox and MyGlam April 2012 Review

Birchbox and MyGlam April 2012

For those of you that are wondering what the hell Birchbox and MyGlam are...and why I'm reviewing them - the latest greatest trend happens to be monthly memberships to new products. There are numerous sites that offer health, beauty and even handmade products/samples for a monthly (or yearly if you are richer than me) subscription. Quoated directly from Birchbox's website:

Birchbox is the best way to discover new grooming, beauty and lifestyle products. Sample top products from high-end brands, get expert advice, buy new favorites and earn points with every purchase.

MyGlam takes a different approach. Your first step is to take a quiz to identify what type of beauty products suit you. As a makeup fanatic I was thrilled to find both of these sites.

Here's the kicker - I was on a waiting list for Birchbox due to high demand. My acceptance email came just a few weeks after signing up. However, MyGlam had a zero waiting list. Both of these wonderful subscriptions are $10 a month. If you would like to sign up for either/or feel free to follow my links!


 Birchbox content:

• Be Fine Food Skin Care | Daily Moisturizer *
• Be Fine Food Skin Care | Exfoliating Cleanser
• June Jacobs | Perfect Pumpkin Enzyme Polish (which smells divine!)
• Color Club | Age of Aquarius Mini Nail Lacquer
• ShowStoppers | Designer Fashion Tape *
• Juicy Couture | Viva La Juicy (one of my faves)

* indicates items I have not tested

Review thus far: I used the exfoliating cleanser & enzyme polish this morning. I love the way they make my skin feel. The enzyme polish will be a possible purchase. Full size is $60. I have adored Juicy Couture's Viva La Juicy since it was released. Color Club Age of Aquarius is the perfect shade for my Spring toes. I'm wearing pastels and lots of skirts so the mint green is just right! For $8 a bottle I think I'll try all their neon nail polish colors - and as if I didn't love them already, they are named for random 60's culture!


 MyGlam content: 

• Urban Decay | 24/7 Glide-on Eye Pencil in Radium (Metallic blue)
• DermStore Lip Quench | Moisture Infused Lip Treatment
• My Glam All-Over Eyeshadow Brush
• My Glam Eyeliner Brush *

 * indicates items I have not tested

Review thus far: I will say I love the DermStore Lip Treatment. I tried it out today and my lips were soft and pouty for hours. Full size of this cute kitten is $12 which is well worth the results! I love the eyeshadow brush. I use it to blend shadows together and it works perfectly. Urban Decay has always been a beauty staple of mine - however I was cautious of such a bright blue. Of course I shouldn't have doubted Urban Decay's makeup because I love it with my brown eyes! $19 for full size pencil.

So, my wonderful readers...have you heard/signed up/tried either of these sites? Have you tried others? I'm curious to know!

Mika