Monday, April 16, 2012

April Birchbox is Finally Here!

So a quick note: Birchbox is a monthly subscription service of $10/m that allows you samples 4-5 beauty products and/or lifestyle samples. Each box is customized to fit your beauty profile. I've compared other sites, and haven't been nearly as happy with their selections as I have been with Birchbox.


So, I've been waiting ALL week for this... well, all LAST week for my box to come in. And it's finally here! I peeked for the first time this month to see what was in it. I got one of my coworkers hooked on it too, so when she got hers before me, I was a little upset. Turns out mine was sitting there waiting for me to pick up last Friday! AHH!

Anyway, this is what was included in my April 2012 Birchbox:






Atelier Cologne Orange Sanguine Petite Cologne Absolue
Befine Gentle Cleanser (2 samples)
Befine Daily Moisturizer with SPF 15 (3 samples)
Revolution Organics Freedom Glow Beauty Balm in Sunkissed
Olìe Biologique Huile Moderne 
Le Palais des Thés Tea Bags - Thé du Hammam
Le Palais des Thés Tea Bags - Thé des Alizés

I had really wanted to try the teas (I know, silly, but I love a good cup of tea) for a while, so this was exciting. I also LOVE Befine products. They tend to be ok for my skin which is sensitive and oily. The beauty balm was an exciting addition, and was really a full-sized sample, so score! I think this will be a better option for a quick morning routine. And of course, the perfume. I love getting a new perfume each month - it's like being able to sample everything I've ever wanted without the Sephora people giving me weird looks. I'll check back in with you guys over the next few weeks to let you know how much I like these samples. So far, so good though!

Anybody have any thoughts about any of the products here?

(I am in no way affiliated with Birchbox. I am just one happy customer! My link is a referral link)

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Welcome!

I finally decided to start a blog. I have a lot of thoughts throughout the day about everything - life, make-up, beauty, health, news... So what better place to compile everything than here! Plus, with my budding photography career (or not!), I thought it would be fun to share some of my favorite projects and ideas with family and friends. So, jump on in, bookmark me, and check back frequently for updates!

I'm sure this will continue to grow with me and encompass everything from my recipe failures or wins, to my favorite beauty products. Always happy to answer questions and write posts about anything you think would be interesting.

Happy reading!