The first thing I tried out of my June Birchbox was the Marcelle Waterproof Eyeliner. The one I received is a plum color and while it applied nicely, I feel like it was a little "light" if that makes any sense (I would have to press down harder than I want to on my eyelid to get a nice bold color). I'm keeping it and using it, even though it is not a favorite product.
Next, let's talk about the two duds in the box. First, more of that horrid CLEAN Fresh Laundry perfume! I received a sample of this around Christmas time from Ulta and the smell is just putrid--like a thousand dryer sheets stuffed up your nostrils. No thank you.
Secondly on the dud list is the Pure Vida headband. While it is cute, it is too small for my head which means it hurts to wear it and also it is very thin, which doesn't work to hold back my thick, unruly hair.
I haven't even tried the Supergoop! Sunscreen or the Vasanti Enzymatic Face Rejuvinator. I know lots of people like the Vasanti, but I am really digging the skin care routine I have going and don't need new face products at this time. The sunscreen will get used this summer, but I have other samples to use up first.
I did try the Liz Earle Instant Boost Skin Tonic Spritzer. It was nothing special in my opinion and the smell was off-putting.
This month's Birchbox fell flat for me. I'm going to hope next month is better and if it isn't better by after August's box, I'll cancel.
The Target Beauty box cost me $7 and I liked the products that were included.
Cutex Nail Polish remover pads are always a win for me, as is dry shampoo, because they both fit in my busy mom self-care routine.
The Revlon lipstick was a bright red that I passed along to a grateful friend. The color was too bold for my liking.
I did try the Sinful polish, but the shade is almost identical to my summer favorite Essie polish in E-nuf is E-nuf, so I will stick to that.
I am using the Olay eye cream regularly and I look forward to comparing it to the Olay eye cream that some people have been getting in their Wal-Mart box. Pretty sure I'll get the old lady box with that in it. I don't really see any difference using any eye cream, but since it is supposed to be good for that delicate skin and I'm not getting any younger, I'll stick with it.
All in all, the Target box was a delight for $7 and I would purchase another Target box.
