Sunday 22 September 2013

September 2013 TopBox

This month I just went with a regular TopBox, that was in correlation with Chatelaine Magazine. I must confess that I always thought of Chatelaine as an old lady magazine (So did Niggz when he saw me reading it!)

When it came I was on vacation paddling the Bowron Lakes which for those of you who don't know is one of the top canoe circuits in the world, one of the only ones where you start where you end! If you have the choice to do them, do them but not to get anywhere, or to say you did them, just to see the beautiful interior rainforest, the beautiful Cariboo mountains and to spend time with yourself any your loved ones. 
One of my favorite pictures that I took, Looks like a postcard No?
So after all that I was super excited to come back in to civilization and have a shower and see what my TopBox brought me!!


So this month was chalk full of Goodies!

Each box came with the current issue of Chatelaine, a special double issue which was targeted towards beauty and included their Top Products for 2013, the reason the tube was so large was so that it able to fit the magazine. 

Zyderma HS Antimicrobial Clarifying Cream (30ml)- Full Size 30mL: $25.00
 This brand is completely new to me — one of the best things about subscription boxes is trying new brands! Apparently the big thing about this brand is that they use MicroSilver BG™ Technology – and MicroSilver is “a pure metallic silver powder with a very unique particle structure consisting of highly porous micro-sized silver particles” (Zyderma website).
So how do I use it you ask? Well this is the part I love!! You put it on, and no rinsing!!
Zyderma's Clarifying Cream... Is it a cream or is it a cleanser?"
The answer to your question is, yes, to both! It's a "leave on cream" that cleanses your skin.

Here's how it works:
Our Clarifying Cream does not need to be washed off. We say that it cleanses because as soon as you apply the product it goes right to work cleansing your skin. Our product offers a long-lasting effect, thanks to its sponge-like structure. MicroSilver BG™ is thus able to generate enough silver ions and over a long period of time (depot and time-release effect).

Depending on where you choose to use the cream, you can dab onto a small area (cheeks, nose, forehead) or gently massage onto a larger area (whole face & neck, chest, back, etc). We recommend applying to clean skin once in the morning and again before bed.


Redken Diamond Oil Shampoo and Conditioner 
(Shampoo 50ml Conditioner 30ml )Full Size Shampoo 300ml: $18.99/Conditioner 250ml: $19.99
Diamond Oil Shampoo hair care for dull, damaged hair. Rich foam cleanser strengthens hair to prevent breakage and hair fall while boosting smoothness & shine.
 I can't wait to try this!!
CoverFX | Mineral Setting Powder in Light (4.5g) - Full Size (10g) $32
"A loose setting powder to set foundation, control oil and minimize shine."
  A great sample size, at half the amount of the full sized item. The shade is right on and I really don't have much of a prefrance between pressed vs loose powder now that I have a loose powder brush!
 
Benefit The POREfessional (3 ml) Full Size (22ml) $34.00
Quickly minimize the appearance of pores & fine lines for smoother-than-smooth skin! Apply this silky, lightweight balm alone, under or over makeup. Translucent, oil-free formula complements all skintones and helps makeup stay put. Contains a Vitamin E derivative, known to protect skin from free radicals
To use under makeup: Apply to clean, lightly moisturized skin. Pat on problem areas & blend with fingertips.

To use over makeup
: Pat on lightly over makeup & blend.

PRIME IN THE A.M.
Apply a thin layer of this PRO balm to clean, lightly moisturized skin. Pat lightly from the center of the face outward with fingertips. Wait seconds, then apply makeup as usual. Skin appears smooth & even…isn’t that what we’re all looking for?

APPLY WHENEVER PORES COME OUT OF HIDING
If pores reappear, pat delicately on T-zone over makeup & blend. The lightweight, oil-free formula means a beautifully refined complexion. Remember, just a dab’ll do ya!
I cant wait to use this tomorrow morning -I'll let you know what I think!

Bonus:
Katy Perry | Killer Queen Perfume (1.5ml) - Full Size (50ml) $59
"A new charmingly playful yet lethally gorgeous Floriental fragrance by Katy Perry."
Killer Queen is floral and fruity but packs a hidden musk, I like it but have to wait to see what Niggz has to say!
I also got a coupon worth an extra 8000 Shopper Optimum points should I want to purchase a full size!

So all in all I am quite happy with my box, I will use everything in it, I even subscribed to the Chatelaine to get the free Bonus (on top of my Oct TobBox) TopBox next month!


That's all for now

~Love and Louboutin
XOXO

Aug 2013 TopBox

This post will be quick as there is not much to talk about.
In Aug, we were given the following Prive Boxes to pick from
Clinique Topbox
Includes Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion plus 3 surprise beauty items.


Darphin Paris Topbox 
This one is a repeat of last month. It includes four Darphin Paris skin care samples. 


GlamGlow Topbox
Another repeat from July. This one only includes 2 items, one of which is a single use sachet.


Miracle 10 Topbox
Miracle 10 is making a reapperance in the Prive selection list. It includes  three skincare items and is available in for delicate/dry skin or oily/acne prone skin.


Velour Lashes Topbox (+ $8 to upgrade)
This is the only box requiring an upgrade fee. It includes ONE PAIR of eyelashes, valued at $65.

Wow did a lot of people complain when their Cliniqe box came.
I went with the Velour Lashes Topbox with Option 4 You Complete Me.
Made for girls who already have decently long lashes but want that extra thickness. The pattern of these natural lashes gradually gets thicker as you reach the outer corner of the eye, with more fur concentrated at the ends. The medium-length maintains a natural look for an all purpose use. Even girls with lashes can wear Velour!
I love them so much!!

~Love and Louboutin
XOXO