One of the things I was really excited about moving to the US were all the brands of makeup I could try and the wonderful beauty boxes I could surprise myself with every month. When I got my first ever Ipsy Glam bag I was super excited and the products amazed me. The next thing to do was to wait for my Birchbox to arrive. I do understand that this review is going up rather late but I got my June Birchbox in July. I was travelling from 30th June till 5th July and I was hoping that I could at least see the box, sadly it came late and when I was on vacation.
My First Birchbox | June 2016
Despite the disappointment of not seeing my Birchbox on time I was excited to play with the products. Birchbox was also running a promo last month wherein subscribers received an additional product and I received the Pixi Mesmerizing Mineral Palette in Copper Peach. I received a total of 5 products including one makeup product.
- Ardency Inn MODSTER Smooth Ride Supercharged Eyeliner Black (Full Size – $20)
- Dr Jart+ Every Sun Day SPF 30 UV Sun Fluid (Full Size – $34)
- Kiehl’s Precision Lifting and Pore-Tightening Concentrate (Full Size – $64)
- Oribe Supershine Moisturizing Cream (Full Size – $49)
- Whish Shave Crave with Vitamin K (Full Size – $24)
- Pixi Mesmerizing Mineral Palette in Copper Peach (Additional Product – $12)
Birchbox is priced at $10 per month and I received 2 full size makeup products, which on its own totals $32 which is way more than the price of the box itself. Hit & hit.
Let’s have a brief look at the products.
Ardency Inn MODSTER Smooth Ride Supercharged Eyeliner Black (Full Size)
This was one product I wasn’t sure what the brand was called till I read the product description card and the name is quite a mouthful. The eyeliner is not the blackest but definitely super smooth and lasts long. In the swatch I have tried to smudge the bottom half and it barely budged. In fact I forgot to remove the swatch from my hand and it lasted all night though it did fade a bit.
Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day SPF 30 UV Sun Fluid (Sample Size)
This sun fluid is very light and has a watery gel like texture which dissolves into the skin super easily. It also leaves behind a mild cooling sensation and a matt powdery feel. The sunscreen has a very mild fragrance which smells refreshing. Definitely a great product and I am definitely considering picking up the full size product.
Kiehl’s Precision Lifting and Pore-Tightening Concentrate (Sample Size)
I have tried a sample of this product earlier and I quite liked it. The product claims to – Visibly Lifts Facial Skin – Tightens and Reduces Pores, Lines and Wrinkles – Re-defines Facial Contours. For someone like me who doesn’t like to have their pores look prominent this is a perfect product.
Oribe Supershine Moisturizing Cream (Sample Size)
This is a cherry fragranced hair cream that can be used on damp hair before using a hair dryer. It is the perfect product to have in my vacation bag.
Whish Shave Crave with Vitamin K (Sample Size)
Last but not the least this was a product I wasn’t very keen on. For starters the shaving cream has a weird smell and also because I wished I had received another makeup product instead. Either way I need to try this product before I make up my mind on whether I like it or not.
Summary
Overall my first every Birchbox was decent. The makeup products were good and most of the skincare products appealed to me. I just wish I had received my bag on time. I also wish they work on their packaging – it was a box within a box within a box and with bubble wrap, seems like a waste of resources.
67 Comments
Looks like a great package. Eager to see the reviews of these products.
Sudhaa recently posted…10 Astonishingly Beautiful Makeup Products
Reviews coming up soon 🙂
Love the products you got. Pixi makeup is doing a lot of rounds lately, love the shades 🙂
Swathi recently posted…Aura Vedic Ritual Cleansing Ubtan Mask:Review
They are all shimmery but totally gorgeous.
Nice review dear, when did u moved to US ?
Now will get to know more about Subscription boxes from there 🙂
Ghazala Naseem recently posted…First Anniversary Giveaway With Amara Organix
About 2 months back Ghazala. I am so excited to try the beauty boxes here, they’ve been on my wish list for so long.
Great , Happy for u 🙂
Ghazala Naseem recently posted…Be A Responsible Citizen By Filing Your IT Returns
Hey you moved to the US. That’s news for me and I am happy for you… 🙂 I have herd a lot about birchbox and you received some good skincare products.
Deevya recently posted…Nuskaa Anti Tanning Pack Review
Thank you so much Deevya. I am really enjoying my stay here.
I receivedy first box a week ago although it was a june subcsription box haha! However,it didn’t stop me from writing my review and I admit I was a little disappointed.
Yiota
Pinkdaisyloves.blogspot.com
Late deliveries are such a bummer.
So many lovely products 🙂
Now you would have access so many of them 🙂 🙂
Shampita recently posted…Lass Naturals IHT9 Natural Hair Loss Therapy – hair oil review
I am really excited about all the brands I am getting to try out.
Birchboxxxx 😍😍😍😍 Loved it 😀
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🙂 hehe
I will definitely try something out of these…. 🙂
Please do. These products are quite impressive.
Sangeeta how I wish that we could get such customised beauty boxes in India. This Birch Box is a bomb. All the products look so great and that too at such a steal price. Loved this box. Great review Sangeeta.
Yamini recently posted…Hair Growth Oil for Long Shiny Hair: DIY
Thanks Yamini. I will really miss these when I am back in India.
The sub. boxes u get abroad are any day better than our Indian ones I feel.. u got amazing products
The product mixes and brands you get are totally amazing.
these products looks great.. 🙂
shwetali recently posted…Fuschia Plush Peach Lip Balm: Review
Yeah it is a great mix.
Good deal it is. Eyeliner looks great. Please review hair moisturising cream, want to know more about it. 😀
Alisha recently posted…Pani Puri (Gol Gappa or Puchkas, homemade pani)
Sure thing Alisha 🙂
Please do a review of these skincare products 🙂 Seems gr8 🙂
Perkymegs recently posted…Sugar cosmetics Eye told you so eyeliner review (Video)
Will definitely do Megha 🙂
It’s an okay box. I’m not blown away by the contents but they’re alright.
Kiss & Make-up recently posted…Review | Monster Beats By Dre urbeats
I quite liked it. But I wish I got more makeup products.
Those are some pretty things you have got Dear 🙂 Looking forward to the reviews.
Taneesha recently posted…Lakme Absolute Lip Tint Crème Grape Hint; Review and Swatches
Thanks Taneesha. Keep watching this space for more reviews 🙂
This is so worth the value! Just $10 with products such as Kiehl’s and Dr Jart…wow..
Shruti Chawla recently posted…Denim Dress and over-sized sunglasses | Unlimited fashion for a month
I know right. Loving the brand and product mix I have received.
Loved that eyeliner’s no smudge effect 🙂 These are few great products you have received in your birch box Sangeeta 🙂
Anamika( NBAM) recently posted…Natural Bath & Body- O MY BAG Subscription Box,First Impression //JULY 2016
The eyeliner is really good. When I first swatched it felt very creamy and I had my doubts if it’ll last on my waterline. But after it set, it stayed put forever.
Wow.. Great post hun…xo, Neha
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Thank you Neha 🙂
Wow this one was pretty good! Gemma x
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Gemma recently posted…Floral Wrap Maxi Dress Outfit
Thanks Gemma 🙂
I find the box really cute.
I heard of birchbox before..I find the contents decent…Now you have shifted to US,we can get insights of some more subscription services out there.. 🙂 🙂
Ritam Chandra recently posted…Miss Claire Soft Matte Lip Cream 11,15a Review,Swatches,Buy,LOTD
That’s the plan. I’m going to try as many new makeup and skincare brands as possible.
Wow u moved to US. I will get to try many amazing products!!! This box sounds very good.
I am really excited. This move has opened me up to so many products I couldn’t get my hands on earlier.
So much for $10!! Thats a great deal 🙂
Mariyam recently posted…Fuschia Peppermint Pedicare Nourishing Foot Cream : Review
I know right. The product mix is also interesting.
I am interested to know the review of the Kiehl’s one. Great set of products.
crazyforcosmetics recently posted…BH Cosmetics Modern Mattes 28 color eyeshadow palette Review & Swatches
Will review it soon Harine.
I subbed their first year and then stopped, but I still like seeing what others get.
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What I like about these boxes is that it feels like you are getting a gift every month.
Wow !! I was so upset with this month’s Envy box. Birchboc is in business just because of these kind of products that fills up beauty lovers with excitement. Lively review.. wish you happy stay in US. Make best of your makeup beauty addiction here.😊😊
That’s the plan. Hoard up as much as I can. 🙂
These products are amazing!! These are some of the best samples a subscription box can provide. Simply loved it 🙂
Astha recently posted…An Experience of Rohit Singh’s Advance Makeup Class
Me too 🙂
Congrats on your move to the US! I tried Birchbox a few years ago and felt like I was just racking up a bunch of sample products that I never ended up using. But it is fun to get packages in the mail!
xx Yasmin
http://banglesandbungalows.com
It sure is fun unboxing. I do love the Ipsy bag a little bit more than the birchbox though.
Thanks for sharing your box. I have been getting Birchbox for the last 3 years and never get sick of it. I have found some amazing products that I use everyday. Most of these products I haven’t seen yet so I need to check out. Great review Sangeeta!
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Thanks Kathrine. This was my very first bag and I am impressed.
all products sounds good.
They are some really great picks.
This box definitely seems worth, how I wish I could try these subscription boxes, there are not so many choices here in Finland
Preethy@Prettykooll recently posted…Freeman Charcoal & Black Sugar Polishing Mask review
It would be great if these would be available worldwide.
This has great blend of product…lucky you…I really wish to try birch box and ipsy glam 🙂
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anubhuti recently posted…Catrice LongLasting Eye Pencil Waterproof 010 New Kids on the Black Review & Swatches
Maybe one day they will start shipping internationally.
I loved the cute card introduction…the pick palette looks gorgeous… 🙂
anubhuti recently posted…NYX Soft Matte Lip Cream Amsterdam SMLC01 Review & swatches
The colours are all shimmery but I love it.
There are a lot of interesting boxes in US. Will wait for you to try them out 🙂
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Lots and lots. Can’t wait to try them all 🙂