December Birchbox..❤️

This is the best Birchbox i think I've ever had, it came in a really pretty clutch bag rather than a box, which is perfect for Christmas parties! Here is everything i got...

Model Co Colour Essentials Lipstick in Stiletto - Trio with 2 other colours £15.50

 This is such an amazing colour, a classic red. I'm a bit scared of a red lip, i don't think i suit it, so i might give it away to a friend or if I'm feeling brave i might give it a go. I have tried these lipsticks in a different colour before and they really do last! I only had to top it up once all night.

Balance Me Congested Skin Serum - £16 15ml

I'm really excited to try this as I've been getting a lot of break outs lately. This gel has lots of ingredients including lavender, eucalyptus and chamomile which are all great at helping clear your skin. 

Skin & Co Sicilian Body Gel - £15 230ml

This has a lovely citrus scent that is perfect for your morning shower to help wake you up. It has olive oil in it which is great at keeping your skin moisturised in these freezing months!

Roloxin Lift Instant Skin Smoothing Masque - £79 10 Masks

 These masks are apparently like a mini face lift, it works by smoothing irregularities and stretching the skin taut. You apply it to damp skin and leave it on for 7-10 minutes after massaging it in for 10 seconds when it turns to a powdery consistency that's when you wash it off.

 Ciate London Paint Pot - £9 13.5ml (full size)

Ciate is one of my favourite brands, i only ever need 2 coats (1 with glitter shades) and all the colours come out amazing! They don't chip and last even without a top coat! Give them a go!

This is my favourite part!..

Benefit They're Real Push Up Liner - £18.50 (Full Size) 

This is my ultimate favourite eyeliner ever! I have previously written a post about it, you can read it here 

 Benefit Puff Off - £22.50 (Full Size)

I am sooo excited to try this! You can wear it on it's own or under/over makeup. The applicator looks like a little iron, its what you use to smooth the product under your eyes which has a cooling effect! This helps to combat undereye bags!

I hope you enjoy this, all the products mentioned are available from birchbox.co.uk

Ashley ❤️

 

Birchbox June 2015❤️!

Here's everything I got in my June Birchbox❤️!

 

This month's Birchbox was in partnership with 'French Sole' who have really pretty shoes, sandals & bags!

 

 REN Instant Firming Beauty Shot | £36 30ml 

I haven't tried this yet but Birchbox describe this as 'a shot of espresso for your complexion'  they also say to apply 2-3 drops to clean skin or that you can pat it on over your make-up, it is supposed to plump the skin, diminish wrinkles, firm and tone the skin.

 

STYLondon Temporary Metallic Tattoos | £7.99 

I don't think i'll use these just as normal temporary tattoos but i will probably cut them up to use as nail art instead! There are 3 different packs you can choose from on the Birchbox website.

 

Penhaligon's Iris Prima | £85 50ml

This smells absolutely amazing, it's got a scent you can't really describe or compare to anything. I definitely would not pay the £85 for it despite how good it is.

 

Mirenesse iCurl Mascara | £24

I love the brush on this mascara, its really curved and i find those easier to use as they can grab more lashes. It lasts all day, keeps the curl in your lashes and doesn't smudge! I have quite sensitive eyes and it doesn't irritate them at all. To remove i just use my Micellar Water, but you are supposed to be able to apply warm water to your lashes and the mascara should then come off in tubes.

Balance Me Super Moisturising Body Wash | £9 200ml

This has been great at getting rid of my dry skin, it really is 'super moisturising'. It has a really light citrusy scent which isn't too strong or overpowering.

 

HIP Ultra Shine Shampoo | £19 200ml

This shampoo smells very minty and refreshing, it would be great first thing in the morning to help wake you up a bit. I haven't tried this yet, but I'm very excited to! 

  

In this month's Birchbox you got a free shoe bag to match the box you picked, i love how pretty and colourful my one is!

Ashley❤️

Top 3 eye creams | ♥

I think it's sooo important to have a great eye cream that really works! So here are my top 3 that I think are the best!

Benefit it's potent! Eye cream - £25.50 for 14.2g (benefitcosmetics.co.uk) 

I know this seems expensive for an eye cream, but the one I have (3g pot) which I got in a Birchbox has lasted me for ages and I still have loads left! It's super hydrating & is great at fading dark circles. I just apply a tiny bit with my ring fingers and dab it right round my eyes.

Clinique superdefense SPF 20 age defense eye cream - £30 for 15ml (clinique.co.uk)

I got this tiny tube as a free sample when I was buying other things from Clinique & I'm so glad that I did. It is totally amazing and you can feel how hydrating it is as soon as you apply it, I think that it has an instant brightening effect on my eyes and feels amazingly hydrating for ages even after applying make-up. At £30 it is a bit expensive but the tiny tube I have had lasted me about 2 months!

Balance me extra care wonder eye cream - £11 for 7ml or £20 for 15ml (balanceme.co.uk)

I had never heard of this brand before I got this eye cream (in a Birchbox as usual♥!) but I love it and will definitely be trying more things from the brand! This eye cream feels like it instantly helps relieve tired eyes. It's the only eye cream I've ever had that has a scent and it smells amazing!

Ashley ♥