Bella Box May 2014 Review

So I cannot believe this post is so late this month has just been the month of lack of motivation unfortunately!  However I am getting back on the horse & back in the game and hopefully that will include my blog!  I've been writing this post for a few weeks now but really never got too far.  Even now when I'm writing this little intro bit (after I have written what I got in the box) I am remembering that I have forgotten all the pictures I need for this post which sucks!  So this will be going up probably when I already have my June box - how sad! :P  
(Edit:  I finished this post last week and so I have already received my June box... officially failed for the month of May.)

 

As you would've seen above May's Bella Box had the theme of Come Fly With Me which meant we were to receive the best in travel products as well as international beauty.  The sneak peeks excited me as I would've been happy with any of them.  I am loving the whole surprise every month still and haven't had a month yet that I haven't liked at least one thing.

So on with what I got in my May Bella Box...

1. Appelles Rosemary Body Bar - Aussie

Cost:  RRP per 100g is $5.95.  Full size sample!

If you've already read my May's Lust Have It box review you'll know that I received this in that box too however because I received my Bella Box first I am using this one.  I won't go too much detail but it is a nice enough soap - nothing really more than that.  I like that it seems natural and it smells nice but I don't think I'd purchase it.

2.  Swisspers Facial Cleansing Wipes - Classic

Cost:  RRP per 25 wipes is $6.00.  I got a 5 wipes which is worth $1.20.

I really liked these wipes and always like getting wipes in my sample boxes.  These felt really gentle and did the job.  They are more expensive than other wipes I buy but that do feel lovely on your skin.  I like these wipes and will look out for them on sale!

3.  Timeless Truth Face Mask - Essential

Cost:  RRP per 30ml is $8.00.  Full size sample!

I haven't tried this mask yet because I really want to wait for a special 'at home' night where I have a bath, light some candles, pop in a bath ballistic & use this bad boy.  I was really happy to see this product in my Bella Box!  Can't wait to use it!

4.  Wen by Chaz Dean Sweet Almond Mint Cleansing Conditioner - Green

Cost:  RRP per 480ml is $34.99.  I got a 60ml sample which is worth $4.37.

I wasn't overally wrapped with this product.  Reading the product description it really drags you in but really I think it's just a glorified 2 in 1 shampoo/conditioner.  I like these sort of samples though because it shows you what you will repurchase and what you won't.  This one is a no for me unfortunately.

5.  Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Gel - Clear  -  Colour

Cost:  RRP per 7.93g is $39.00.  I got a 2.41ml sample which is worth $11.85.

I was really happy to get this one!  All of the makeup sneak peaks looks awesome but at the moment I'm loving using brow products so this really hit the spot.  You can tell why it is expensive though I probably wouldn't repurchase this one just because of the high price tag.  Would love to know if any of you have a dupe to this one?

None of my photos turned out of this product... BOO!  The is the best it got lol

BONUS  Invisible Zinc Tinted Daywear SPF30+ - Light
Cost:  RRP per 50g is $32.00.  I got a 5g sample which is worth $3.20.
 

This is the sort of sachet that I like and I will use it.  I haven't yet but I know I will.  There isn't much to be said about this one but I will let you know how I go with it!

And those were the contents of my May 2014 Bella Box subscription!

Total Box Value = $34.57

When I look at the value of this box it is a bit of a disappointment.  I think it may be because I am now used to getting Lust Have It & their value is always well over what you pay for!  But when I think about it the value still more than doubles the cost of the box & I know I will use all the things I received.  I think last month really spoiled us with over $55 worth of products.


Haha so as you can see I have been really indecisive, unorganised & a real mess this month so I can't wait for July just for a fresh start!  Let me know what you got in your Bella Box & your thoughts on the company.  At the moment it is a bit Bella Box versus Lust Have It but I suppose that is what it should be.  Hope all of your Mondays are going well...  mine is very wintery and cold but I can finally see the sun poking through.  Still it is super cold today..  might have a bath & pamper session tonight, we'll see :)

May 2014 Lust Have It Women's Box

The Lust Have It Women's Beauty Box subscription costs $19.95 per month* and contain 5 - 6 deluxe beauty items.  The subscription is delivered for free to your door and regularly contains approximately $60.00 worth of products!  I love beauty subscription boxes as I'm sure you've heard before!

You get the usual card which contains the items you received and what they cost.

The subscription came earlier than April however this month it didn't come in the makeup bag because they didn't come in time.  Though it was a bit of a shame it's good to see they are trying to get the box/bag out earlier.  They also sent out a voucher to spend on another box which was a nice touch!

So now the business stuff is aside let's get on with what was in the box...  (if you are singing "what's in the box, in the box, what's in the box today" then you are a legend!)

1.  Mary Kay Lip-Lacquer in Pink Pagoda

Cost: RRP per 8.5g is $22.00.  Full Size Sample! 

This cute little pot of lip lacquer came with its own little retractable lip pencil.  Each subscriber got the chance to choose which colour however as I was sent mine I received the hot pink colour in Pink Pagoda.  I wouldn't usually buy something like this but really enjoyed it.  The colour is pretty pigmented and the finish like a gloss.

2.  Coral Colour Eyebrow Definer Pencil

Cost: RRP is $7.95.  Full Size Sample! 

As the product description says this eyebrow pencil "glides, blends easily and is long lasting".  The colour is a very good match for my eyebrows as it is a bit too red/brown tinged however I fill my eyebrows in like usual and then add a bit of this to add contrast.  I have brown hair but in certain lights it has red/gold highlights so it matches quite well.  I would definitely repurchase this one as it is just so creamy & easy to use.  One thing I would say is that the brush on the end is pretty much useless!

 3.  Appelles Rosemary Body Bar

Cost:  RRP per 100g is $4.95.  Full Size Sample!

I got this 'body bar' (or soap as the normal people call it) in my Bella Box this month as well.  I feel like that's becoming quite the usual to get the same things in all the beauty boxes which is a bit annoying.  I don't usually use soap but have been using this one to test it out a bit.  I like the smell but it's nothing special.

4.  The Cosmetic Kitchen Pure Mineral Blush

Cost:  RRP per 6g is $34.95.  Full Size Sample! 

I have a love/hate relationship with blush.  For one thing I have always had naturally red cheeks so steered away from things that would make them redder.  I am slowly getting into it however I find it easier to apply a 'solid' blush as my brush picks up too much of the mineral blush.  I am going to try this one though and will see how it goes.  Only gripe is that it is limited edition and so you can't repurchase which sort of makes it pointless.

 5.  Sasy n Savy Vitamin Enriched Facial Recovery Masque

Cost:  RRP per 100ml is $50.00.  I got a 20ml sample which is worth $10.00.

I haven't used this yet but considering the price I am looking forward to trying it as it had better be good for 50c per ml.  I enjoy things that "deeply cleanse" and "draw out impurities".  Yes please!  I can't wait to try this one!

And those were the contents of my May 2014 Lust Have It subscription!

Total Box Value = $79.85

And now here is the exciting bit!  If YOU would like $5.00 off your first month's Lust Have It Women's Beauty Box simple enter the code THINKAPRIL at the checkout and your first bag will only cost you $14.95!!  How cool is that?! :)

Overall this box was pretty awesome with 4 out of 5 of the products were... wait for it... FULL SIZE!  And that is pretty awesome!  Also 3 of those were makeup and for a gal that loves makeup & trying new things I loved opening up the box and seeing 3 full size makeup products.  I am really enjoying receiving Lust Have It and will use everything I received.  Totally worth the money!  Go Lust Have It - you are killing it!!

Are you subscribed to Lust Have It?  What did you get in your bag?  Let me know if you have any tips of using the products included!

*I was kindly supplied this box by Lust Have It for review, however all opinions are my own.