Unboxing: Glamourbox's Beauties and Babies Box

2015 is about to end in a couple of weeks and I refuse to let it pass me by without posting another unboxing. I've almost forgotten I ordered this box after seeing Glamourbox's "Buy 1, Get 1 Free" offer for their Beauties and Babies box (until December 21 only), so I was pleasantly surprised to see a bigger than usual package waiting for me (Yay!). Eventhough , I am not pregnant, I can still use some of the items included in the box and also, I plan to give the other box to my (pregnant) sister.

"Motherhood is such an exciting moment in any woman's life. Whether you are expecting, or blessed wirh a bundle of joy, embrace everything beautiful that comes with it with this curated beauy and skincare selection! -Glamourbox Team", says the card inclued in the box.  For those are interested to know more about Glamourbox, how it works/costs, and how to subscribe, please check my previous Glamourbox unboxing post. Now that we have that out of the way, let's see what's in store for us.

1. Bio-oil 60ml (Php495) - Scars, stretch marks, uneven skintone, begone! This cult fave multi-purpose oil with breakthrough ingredient PurCeline Oil is easily absorbed by the skin, to help repair and heal skin woes caused by giving birth.

2. Eden's Paradise Whitening Blue Salve 40g (Php289) - Target dark areas of your skin with this mcro-skin peeling salve with all-natural oils. Its hypoallergenic formula softens and lightens skin, and is safe for use even in the bikini area.

3. Natasha Beauty Heel Mate 25g (Php195) - Got rough, cracked heels, knees and elbows? Take this to your bedside for soft, moisturized skin the next morning. It's made with coconut oil, shea butter and olive fruit oil to keep skin in tip-top shape.

4. Mustella 9 Months Comfort Nursing Balm & Stretch Marks Double-Action Full Size 30ml (Php690), Full Size 250ml (Php1900) - Soothe tightness and irritations that come with breastfeeding. With shea butter, glycerin, and sea salt, this balm repairs, protects and nourishes nipple skin.

Increase skin's resistance against stretch marks with this light and creamy protective balm. With its hypoallergenic, patented ingredients, it preserves the skin and improves its suppleness and elasticity.

5. Mustela Bébē Vitamin Barrier Cream & Full size 100ml (Php490), Physiobébē Cleansing Fluid Full size 300ml (Php690) - Prevent the first signs of rashes early on. Minimize diaper friction and bacteria growth with this creamy, hypoallergenic barrier cream. With Vitamins B5 and F, it soothes irritations and quickly stops redness.

This no rinse-cleanser gently dissolves dirt while softening skin with avocado perseose and aloe vera. Bring this on trips for quick, hassle-free ckean-ups for your baby!

6. Messy Bessy Bug Repellent Cologne Full size 100ml (Php90) & Toy and Surface Cleaner Full size 200ml (Php180) - Stay worry-free with this fresh smelling skin spray that doubles as insect repellent. It's a skin-safe, DEET free formula helps shoo flying or crawling insects naturally.

Keep your baby's toys and surroundings clean with this non-toxic spray and wipe germ buster! This toy and surface cleaner is formulated with pure and natural ingredients in a handy bottle you can take anywhere.

7. Milea Baby Sniffles Balm Full size 50g (Php350) & Sleep Balm Full size 16.5g (Php150) - Ease your baby's cough and colds with this organic balm with manila elemi. Apply this on their chest, back and neck to naturally soothe and heal.

A dreamy night balm rich with precious oils, this natural sleep enhancer calms and clears the mind. Perfect for those nights when you can't stop the mind chatter and the baby flutter!

Bonus item: Lil' Tots Baby Wipes 60pcs (Php65) - Wipe away dirt & germs that could harm your baby with this alcohol-free & hypoallergenic wipes. Its thick and fluffy texture will be a comfort to use & won't cause irritations.

Receiving 7 (or more if you count the bonus item) items in a box and getting a second box free for only Php595 is a steal! I find this box so-so, as it was thought of and can really be used and maximized by expectant mothers or mothers with toddlers, too bad I'm not expecting. But again, even if I can't use all of them, I can still pass them to family or friends who are preggers. Cheers! Happy Holidays, everyone! ;)

Product Review: L'Oréal's Color Riche Moist Matte Lipstick in Black Cherry

According to L'Oréal their Color Riche Moist Matte Lipsticks deliver intense moisture while providing a velvet matte finish.

CLAIM TO FAME: A long-lasting, hydrating lipstick with a modern matte finish.

FAST FACTS: Formulated with Matte Gel Technology for a semi-matte finish; deep color pigments deliver rich color payoff; intensely moisturizes lips with jojoba oil

PERFECT FOR: Gorgeous long-lasting lip color

(From beautymnl.com)

When it comes to lipsticks, I thought matte and moisturizing cannot be used in the same sentence, so I was a bit skeptical when I saw their claim. I've always found matte lipsticks very drying. I had to wear lip balms underneath and I cannot wear them everyday for more than a week to avoid my lips from chapping. But after seeing several makeup gurus rave about this product, swatching my officemate's Black Cherry lipstick, and seeing L'Oreal on sale (I got this for Php 300 from its original price of Php 625) I had to 'bust this myth'.

One swipe of L'Oréal Color Riche Moisture Matte in Black Cherry. Without flash (left) and with flash (right)

L'Oréal's Color Riche lipsticks come in a chic, sleek, and expensive looking rose gold tube. It has small square button/window to indicate its color. It twists all the way down and shuts with a click to make sure it doesn't accidentally come off and mess up your bag.

I really like the intensity of Black Cherry's color. It is a very dark red almost maroon. I love how you can build this color without it feeling heavy on the lips. It lasts for up to 5 hours (without eating and with occasional drinking/coffee sipping).  It feels super creamy and soft when applied. It glides on easily on the lips before setting into a semi-matte finish. It transfers a little but not too much that it goes to my teeth. It also doesn't settle on the lines on my lips although it tends to bleed if not used with a lip liner. It also leaves a nice and even stain once it fades.

Ingredients:

G900993: DIMETHICONE, BIS-DIGLYCERYL POLYACYLADIPATE-2, HYDROGENATED POLYISOBUTENE, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, TRIDECYLTRIMELLITATE, OZOKERITE, HYDROGENATED JOJOBA OIL, DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, ISOSTEARYL ISOSTEARATE, KAOLIN, ISOHEXADECANE, VINYLDIMETHICONE/METHICONE SILSESQUIOXANE CROSSPOLYMER, NYLON-12, ALUMINA, POLYETHYLENE, SYNTHETIC FLUORPHLOGOPITE, CALCIUM SODIUMBOROSILICATE, CALCIUM, ALUMINUM BOROSILICATE, MAGNESIUM SILICATE, BHT, TIN OXIDE, SILICA, [+/- MAY CONTAIN CI 77891 / TITANIUMDIOXIDE, CI 45380 / RED 22 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 7, MICA, CI 45410 / RED 28 LAKE, CI 77491, CI 77492, CI 77499 / IRON OXIDES, CI15985 / YELLOW 6LAKE, CI 19140 / YELLOW 5 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 7 LAKE, CI 42090 / BLUE 1 LAKE, CI 15850 / RED 6, CI 75470 /CARMINE (FIL. B161148/2).

Pros:

Highly pigmented
Moisturizing
Lasts up to 5 hours
Doesn't settle on lines
Creamy and does not tug on the lips

Cons:

Bleeds a little
Not a true matte
Expensive if not on sale

The Final Verdict: Even if I think its original price is too expensive, I still think this lippie gives you the best value for your money. It stays put and it's highly pigmented. In fact I got another one in Spring Rosette to give my sister for Christmas and I plan to get more shades, that's how much I love it! I definitely recommend this lipstick especially for the holidays.

Xoxo 💋

Product Review: Ofra's Liquid Lipstick in Laguna Beach

I first learned of Ofra Liquid Lipsticks from one of my favorite Youtube makeup gurus, Kathleen Fuentes of KathleenLights. She is obssessed with liquid lipsticks. I think she has over a hundred of them in her makeup stash, and Ofra, is one of her favorites. In fact, she has collaborated with them (twice! Miami Fever and Havana Nights which I have yet to try) and made her own liquid lipsticks! So, when  I saw that Glamourbox restocked their Ofra Liquid Lipsticks in Laguna Beach and brought back their Flawless Beauty beauty box, I knew I had to get it. And I wasn't disappointed! 

CLAIM TO FAME: Ofra’s 3-in-1 liquid lipstick with a matte finish

FAST FACTS: Delivers vibrant color like a lipstick; moisturizes lips like a balm with antioxidants and vitamin E; stains lips with a soft, shine-free finish that won’t feather; delivers five hours of perfect color without eating or drinking; lightweight, creamy formulation

PERFECT FOR: A polished pucker from work to weekend.
From www.beautymnl.com

 OFRA Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick is a one step full lip color that does not feather. These vibrant colors will give you a vivacious new look.They are creamy and soft in texture, moisturizing the lips and creating a long lasting lipstick effect. No need to use lipliner, this liquid lipstick gives a beautiful edge to your lip look!

Our formula is a matte color formula but if you want to add some shine to your liquid lipstick try our revolutionary Lipgloss Stick. All shades contain antioxidants and Vitamin E while the formula provides a lightweight layer of lasting color to make you look stunning all day. Color will last in a perfect condition up to five hours without eating or drinking. For best results do not eat or drink for 15 minutes after applying.

Please note that this is not a lip stain and does not dry completely but remains on your lips for hours!

Color will last in a perfect condition up to five hours without eating or drinking.

It comes in a transparent tube that makes it easy for you to see the color. It applies true to its color. Whatever you see in the tube is what you get when you swatch or apply it to your lips. It has a doe foot applicator that's easy to use and control.

This liquid lipstick has a mousse-like consistency that applies like butter. It is super creamy and easy to spread. It smells like vanilla and feels lightweight on the lips. It can be a bit drying so I would recommend wearing a thin layer of lip balm underneath. Although it doesn't totally apply matte, it dries super matte. You just need to give it a minute or two to set. Once it sets, it can feel a bit tacky and sticky, sometimes a bit grainy, but once it has completely dried, you won't feel it on your lips anymore. It's as if you have nothing on them! If your lips have a lot of lines on them, you may not like this as this accentuated the lines on my lips when I am not smiling or I'm doing my resting bitch face (lol).

Ingredients:

Cyclopentasiloxane and Disteardimonium Hectorite and Propylene Carbonate, Isodecane, Hydrogenated Polydecene,Trdecyl Trimelliate, Bis Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2, Phenoxy Ethanol, Ethylhexyglycerin, BHA. May contain: Mica, TiO2 CL 77891, Iron Oxides, FD7C Blue #1 CL 42090.

I am in love with Laguna Beach's mauve pinkish nude color. At first I thought it was going to be too light for me, and may not go with my skin tone well, but I was wrong. I didn't look washed out and it has just the right amount of pink to make my lips look natural but still made up. A perfect everyday color. The lighter pictures above were taken using my phone's front camera that's why the quality is not great and the color is a bit off. In real life they look more mauve pink than nude on my lips. The verdict: it's a fantastic lip product, even better now that it's available at the malls (I've seen it in SM Makati Php 850). You may want to save up and get yourself a gift for the holidays.

Xoxo 💋

Unboxing: Glamourbox's Flawless Beauty Box

Just when you thought your day can't get any better... Apparently, if I thought arriving home to a package felt great, waking up to see a package addressed to you feels even more awesome! Here I was, not expecting my order until Tuesday (at the earliest), when Glamourbox gave me a very pleasant surprise. My Flawless Beauty box, ordered just a couple of days ago!

I've been looking at this box for quite some time before ordering it, since, for the longest time, Glamourbox hasn't release any new boxes. I think this has been available on their website since August or September 2014. But because of the Ofra Liquid lipstick included, I finally caved in.

So, for those who are not familiar with what Glamourbox is, it is an online store that sells beauty products, not only that, they also offer beauty subscriptions that would allow makeup enthusiasts like me an opportunity to try and discover great makeup products for less (money).

They have the following: one box ( current) box, 2 months and 3 months subscription/s. You can also send it as a gift to a friend. The price depends on what the contents of the box is. It would normally have 4-5 full sized items specifically selected for you based on your preference or what you selected when you created your beauty profile during registration. So let's open this bad boy and see what's in the Flawless Beauty box. Here's what you can find inside.

It wasn't as full as the last box I received but after my eyes zoomed in to the prettiest item on this box, I forgot everything else. Lol!


1. Ellana Minerals Lipscrub in Strawberry Vanilla 10grams Php165

A perfectly polished pout is a must for a flawless face. Slough off dry and flaking lips with this fruity and delectable lip scrub!

2. Ellana Minerals Multi-Purpose Mineral Powder (Halo/Brilliance) 1gram Php160

Enhance your look with this high intensity mineral pigment. Use it as an eyeshadow, eyeliner, blush, lip color, bronzer, body shimmer... your pick!

3. Belo Essentials AcnePro Pimple-Gel Fighting Facial Wash, Treatment Toner, and
 Pimple Gel

With purified bee venom as its main ingredient, this cleanser thoroughly washes away acne-causing bacteria & excess oil to prevent future breakouts. Oil-free and hypoallergenic, this toner unclogs congested porea and dries up and reduces reddening from unwanted pimples. Zap away zits for a flawless face with this healing pimple gel. With purified bee venom, it clears out acne and lightens dark spots that it leaves behind.

4. TRESemmé Smooth and Shine Shampoo and Conditioner

Soft, smooth and shiny hair is now at hand with this shampoo that calms frizz and tames flyaways. Infused with Vitamin H and silk proteins, it quenches hair thirst. This box smelled awesome because of this, by the way! ;)

5. Ofra Long Lasting Liquid Lipstick (Laguna Beach) 8g Php950

Creamy and soft in texture, this liquid lipstick moisturizes the lips with antioxidants and Vitamin E with five hours of staying power, it gives a matte finish that does not feather!

Bonus: Beauty Republic Original Dramatic BB Tinted Cream and Dramatic Green Touch BB Tinted Cream Samples (Full Size 30ml Php695)

Skincare and makeup, together at last. Even out skin tone with the special color micro-capsules of  this bb cream. It blends well with individual skin tones, perfect for those with acidic skin!

Got skin redness all over? Balance and neutralize oily, blemish-prone skin  with this neutralizing bb cream with green base. Infused with antioxidants, it protects skin from premature aging.

Although, I originally got this box because of the Ofra lipstick, I ended up using all of the items inside (which is a first) and liking them.

Glamourbox is really something, I just wish they release new boxes soon because I will definitely be one of the first ones to subscribe.

Unboxing: Glamourbox's BYS Matte Maven Special Edition Box

I just love the feeling of seeing a package waiting for me after a long day at work. It feels even better when you see that it's your makeup subscription! :) After Glamourbox's successful collaboration with BYS for their September box (which I missed because I waited too long), BYS Makeup Pro Glamourbox, they released yet another exclusive BYS Special Edition box for the month of November! And this time I was able to get my hands on it. Yaaass!

Glamourbox is a premier online beauty subscription site in the Philippines wherein you can discover the best and newest beauty trends! One can earn Glamourpoints for product reviews or referrals and redeem points from their boutique.

So, if you love surprises, or you're addicted to beauty products, and eager to try out cosmetics or skincare products without breaking the bank, then Glamourbox is for you!

They have different subscription plans to choose from. All you need to do is fill out your Glamourbox Beauty Profile to receive 5 curated deluxe beauty samples and have it delivered right at your doorstep.

You can choose from the following: one month/box, two months/boxes, or three months/boxes. The price varies and would depend on the items inside. It ranges from Php500-Php1200. To know more about how it works you may check out their website at www.glamourbox.ph.

Let's take a look at what's inside this special edition box! This month, the theme is Matte Maven.

This box contains 6 full-sized products, and true to it's theme, they're mostly matte or would help you achieve a matte maven/expert look.

1. BYS Liquid Brow Pen (Brown or Light Brown/Natural Brown) 1.5ml/Php449

This waterproof liquid brow pen provides natural-looking brow color that lasts all day. It can be used as a base or to fill in sparse areas for a fuller look with the promise of no messy wax or powder build up.

2. BYS Eyeshadow 8 Pallete Neutrals 8grams/Php449

Contains 8 perfectly curated, easy to wear neutral shades to take your look from day to night. The silky smooth formula offers a true, rich color payoff every time.

3. BYS Matte Lipstick (Latte to Go) 3.5grams/Php299

Swipe this richly pigmented matte lippie on those kissers for an instant pick-me-up!

4. BYS Eyeliner Gel with Brush (Black Magic) 3.5grams/Php549

This fabulous kit is everything you need to create a winged eyeliner perfection! Just dip the angled brush into the pot of rich black colour and pefectly lined eyes will be yours in seconds!

5. BYS Matte Nail Enamel (Assorted Shades/Matte Mint Green) 14ml/Php199

You will love this quick-drying matte nail polish with a matte finish. Long-lasting colour which glides on velvety smooth but dries to a super flat finish giving you that chic look. A must have in your beauty bag!

And the star of this box...

6. BYS Contour & Highlighting Kit (Daring or Goddess/Goddess) 12grams/Php1,099

This kit contains skin flattering tones to define and sculpt facial features. Blends effortlessly into skin and provides an expert finish every time.

I'm very pleased with the items (I only paid Php1100 but the items total more than Php3000!) I received from this box and I will definitely be getting more Glamourbox boxes, in fact, I should be getting another one (one of their older boxes) next week. Can't wait! Weeeehhh! Hihi...

I have high hopes for their liquid brow pen which has a felt tip since that means I shouldn't be seeing eyebrow hair coming off due to the tip of the eyebrow pencil being too hard.

Hopefully, this box satiates my hunger for beauty boxes. I should be fine with not having a December box from where I normally get my subscriptions as this box has promising products! 😆