July Birchbox x Women's Health Magazine Collaboration
I was super excited when I heard that Birchbox was again collaborating with Women's Health magazine on a special box! I an an avid reader/subscriber of the magazine, so getting products that their editors picked was super exciting for me!
How cute is the design on the box?!
In my box:
Harvey Prince Hello Body Creme
What: Infused with the best-selling citrus-floral scent, this hydrator leaves skin silky-smooth.
How: Massage generously into skin.
LAQA & Co. Sheer Lip Lube Pencil in Menatour
What: A high-gloss, semi-sheer lip color that's perfect for summer. Bonus: It smells minty fresh!
How: Wear solo for a soft wash of color or layer it over your favorite lipstick.
Paula's Choice RESIST C15 Super Booster
What: Light-as-water antiaging liquid that promotes brighter, firmer skin and fades dark spots.
How: Twice a day, smooth 2-3 drops over clean face. Especially great for acne-prone skin.
Ruffian The Rapture Collection in Rosary
What: Streak-free metallic polish in a trendy, summer-perfect shade.
How: Apply a base coat and follow with a single coat of this long-lasting lacquer.
*Bonus* We added this acetone-free towelette to remove your fave Ruffian lacquer.
Vasanti Cosmetics Detox Nutrient-Rich Purifying Facial Cleanser
What: This foamy, sulfate-free wash gently removes pore-clogging impurities without over drying.
How: Morning and night, massage into damp skin and rinse away. For all skin types.
The box also included a 1-year subscription to Women's Health magazine (for free!)
Birchbox and Women's Health also sent a little booklet called "The Power Up Challenge" with 12 tiny challenges that are meant to make a different in your life.
They include:
- Write it down: keeping a workout log
- Part your hair differently
- Eat veggies for breakfast
- Get out of your color comfort zone
- Sit smarter
- Skip the mirror
- Up your sleep quality
- Log 10 minutes of outdoor time daily
- Go on a blue streak: incorporate more blue into makeup choices
- Sneak cardio into your day
- Take a cold shower
- Perfect your push-up
So, what are my thoughts on this box?
One, Birchbox needs to NOT send me purple lipstick. I mean, why in the world would I wear purple lipstick. So I will be giving that one away.
Two, I was excited for the Ruffian Rosary nail polish because it's supposed to be a rose-gold color. It's pretty, but in the bottle when I look in a certain light, it looks orange. So I'll try it out and see.
Three, I'm glad that the serum is supposed to be good for acne-prone skin. I might try adding this to my morning routine.
Birchbox is a monthly subscription service that puts 4-5 deluxe beauty samples (plus extras!) in your mailbox for just $10 per month! Not only will you get exposed to new and exciting products by brands that may be new to you, but if you love the products you can buy them through Birchbox's website and earn points towards future purchases. You can also leave feedback on products in your box and get 10 points for each piece of feedback. 100 points gets you $10 to spend in the Birchbox shop!