Joliebox Review - December 2012

My Joliebox has just arrived and I have some different items than I was expecting.  The box is different from normal white/gold and has a gift envelope you can use to give the gift of Joliebox.

"All that Glitters...

Pull out your party frocks and highest heels..we bring you beauty tidings fit for any festive occasion!"

Included is:

BellaPierre Shimmer Powder in Storm - a silvery grey colour. Full size product.

Dr Duve Hand & Decollete Cream - 2 x sachet.  A brand I've not heard of before but I tend to find sachets don't always give you a good indication whether you'll like a product or not.

Natural Honey Body Milk 75ml - always happy to try a body lotion.

Color Club "Put a pin in it" Nail Polish - a rose gold shade

Aqua de Colonia Concentrada perfume vial - reminds me a bit of 4711 - not really keen.

Olay Regenerist Skin Cream 7ml - have received this as a freebie a few times. Not a luxury brand.

I Love...Cosmetics Shimmer and Shine Lip Gloss - 11ml in Raspberry & Blackberry.  A cheap brand you can pick up in Superdrug. Full size product.

Two 38g bars of Lindor Chocolate

It's not the worst box I've had but not too exciting either - what are your thoughts?

Bargains!

I took out a year's subscription to Joliebox last year and had accumulated some points from that and some extra ones.  I chose to buy TAAJ Himalaya Micellar Water which retails at £16 for 500ml in their shop.  I'd loved receiving it in a previous Joliebox.  It arrived yesterday with a free 100ml bottle.  After a disappointing Joliebox this month, these softened the blow!

My second bargain was Redken Detox Shampoo (200ml - £11.98) from Salon Skincare.  As I'd had my 500th! transaction with Paypal they gave me a £10 voucher to spend at a variety of online retailers.  I'm nearly finished my bottle of this shampoo which I reviewed here.  So an absolute bargain for £1.98.

Have you picked up any bargains recently?

Joliebox Review - November

The courier just arrived with my Joliebox.  I'd seen a few spoilers for the box and I think it is the most disappointing one yet!

Joliebox say "This month's box is dedicated to all you busy city girls.  We know how hard it is to juggle everything - from friends to work to the upcoming Christmas buzz.  In honour of our newly expanded Joliebox family, we have picked our favourite up-and-coming brands recommended by each of our headquarters".

France - Topicrem Body Glitter 3-D Effect 15ml - this has sparkles in it and will be great for using for Christmas nights out - my favourite item in the box.  Also from France a teeny tiny 2ml sachet of Vav Moisturising & Regenerating Hand Cream.

Italy - Marvis Strong Mint Toothpaste - my tube has a hole in the side (going to email Joliebox to see if they can send another).  Smells super-minty.

USA - Jane Iredale Glow Time BB Cream 2ml sachet - what is it with sachets!  They are ok as extras but not as actual items.  I will try this out though.

UK - arrgh! Dead Sea Magik and Yardley!  A shame Joliebox couldn't have sourced some more original British Brands like Bodhi, Palm&Soul or Elemis.

Dead Sea Magik Gentle Cleansing Wash 25ml - this brand has been done to death in beauty boxes.  I will probably use it though.

Yardley Royal Diamond EDT sample vial - hate Yardley scents.

Did you get the box?  What are your thoughts?

Joliebox Review - October

My October Joliebox just got delivered.  The theme this month is "Pure and Natural".

Here's the contents -

Ritessens Velvet Cleansing Milk - a full size product - 125ml from a French brand I've never heard of before.  This is what I want to see in boxes - products which are new to me.  Free from parabens, SLS, artificial colours etc. It contains Argan oil and natural plant extracts.  This brand offered a choice of cleanser or exfoliant. Looking forward to trying this one out. 

Lov Organic Tea 6 muslin tea bags in Lov is Beautiful - an organic blend of white and green teas and are packed full of antioxidants and zinc which have proven skincare benefits.  Love herbal tea so looking forward to making a brew.  There are some delicious sounding blends on the website.

JASON Bee Healthier Lip Balm Stick - a full size product which retails at £1.99. It's scented with peppermint and packed with shea butter.  I love lip balms so will definitely be happy to use this.

Balance Me Balancing Face Moisturiser 10ml - just received Amarya's October Box which was a Balance Me featured box and included this cream.  I will use it (eventually!) although my heart sank a little when I saw it in Joliebox this month.

Moa The Green Balm sample pot - I don't like the scent of this one so will pass it on.

All in all I was happy with my box this month.  I love Joliemag - I find it a really informative read.  Fleur from Fleur de Force, is this month's cover star.  What are your thoughts on the box?

Joliebox Review - September

I received my September Joliebox yesterday and I'm loving it.  It is London Fashion Week themed box.

Included is:

A full size Raspberry Balmi Lip Balm worth £4.99.  I'm loving this cute little balm.  It has a SPF of 15.  You can attach it to your bag or keys.

A 30ml Redken align 12 Protective Straightening Lotion.  Love Redken so looking forward to trying this.

I love....Coconut Face Mask 15ml sachet - for all skin types - a peel off mask - a type which I adore.  Can't wait to try.  I also love coconut scents.

Two Twistband hair ties in orange and red.  They keep your ponytail secure but don't leave bumps in your hair when you pull them out.  I wear my hair tied back a lot so looking forward to testing them out.  It is basically a piece of knotted thickish elastic in a huge range of colours.

Two Dr Bragi Bio Marine Exfoliant sachets.  I tried this as a Latest in Beauty sample and found it too harsh for my skin.  It's an extra so I don't mind so much.

Did you get the box?  What are your thoughts?

Joliebox Review - August

 

August Joliebox arrived on Friday a few hours after my amazing Selfridges Beauty Box had arrived so I was initially a bit jaded with the box.  On second inspection on Saturday I realised it's actually a good box!

Here is what is included:-

Phil Smith Be Gorgeous Dry Clean Revitalising Dry Shampoo 75ml which is a full size and retails at £2.99.  I've just recently become a dry shampoo fan so looking forward to trying this out.

So Susan Cosmetics Wide Awake Face Palette which retails at £15.  Contains Illuminating Cream, Highlighting Cream and Eyebrow sculptor, a brow brush and tweezers.  A nice little set.

So Susan Lip Cushion  a sheer pinky lip gloss in Crush worth £6 which came in a cute pale pink box.

Dr Bronner's Magic Soap x 3 sachets - 18-in-1 Peppermint, Citrus Orange and Unscented.  Heard about these but not tried - they sound interesting!

A Joliebox Leather Hair Styling Lace and Joliesong download (this month The Nodz - Holidays).

What are your thoughts?

Joliebox review - June

My Joliebox finally arrived yesterday!  I am really pleased with the contents and I ended up getting the right box for my skin type.  In France, Joliebox are celebrating their first birthday and UK Joliebox was launched six months ago. (formerly Boudoir Prive).  The products are all French this month -

Yon-Ka Pamplemousse Protective and Vitalising Cream - normal/oily skin 50ml.  This is 50ml which is a great size to receive in a beauty box.  Joliebox say "This lightweight facial cream protects the skin from external factors making complexions look hydrated and bright".  Looking forward to testing this one, it smells amazing.

L'Occitane Angelica Hydration Cream 15ml - Joliebox say "A smooth facial cream that reinforces natural skin hydration and leaves skin looking radiant and fresh".  I'm currently using the cleanser and toner in this range so looking forward to complementing it with this moisturiser.

Institut Esthederm UV inCellium Spray 20ml - Joliebox says "A pre-tanning treatment which will boost skin's natural defences and ensure a long lasting tan".  I've heard of this brand but never tried anything - maybe if we eventually get a bit of sun I can test it out.  I've used the Elemis Tan Accelerator before and it definitely enhanced my tan and stopped me getting prickly heat - always a bonus!

Elysambre Lipstick in shade 203 3.5g - a frosted pink.  Took me a while to work out that its got a pull off cap before you twist it up like a normal lipstick.  Seems a nice enough shade but not one I'd chose.  A natural make up product.  Will try it out though.

Finally, a nail file - always useful.

A few money off cards - Free Delivery at the Joliebox shop with code, 30% off at Codage, a french skin care brand and a free L'Occitane cleanser when you buy the full size moisturiser.

Also included is the super informative and cute Joliemag and well as the goodies being packed in a limited edition birthday box.

What are your thoughts?  Did you get this box?  If you did, do you think it was worth the wait?

Joliebox - April

I got my Joliebox today and love it.

The changing of the seasons..

Balance Me Daily Essentials Cleanse and Smooth Face Balm 15ml - really rate Balance Me products so looking forward to trying this out.

Tropic Skincare Skin Revive Firming Nourishing Cream - small pot smells fab - looking forward to trying this out.

Pure Fiji Exotic Bath and Body Oil - lightly scented with coconut can be used on body, hair, for massage, in the bath and on hands and feet.  I already love this having bought a travel set a couple of weeks ago in this scent!

Bellapierre Black Mascara - full size item.  For thicker and fuller lashes - looking forward to trying this.

KMS California Freeshape Hot Flex Spray - a protective spray.  Loved the quick blowdry product I got in Carmine so will look forward to trying this.

A great box I love everything!  Also included is a Joliemag - loved it last month so will look forward to reading it.  What are your thoughts?

This is the Pure Fiji set I got a couple of weeks ago with a 20% off code.

Joliebox - March

My March Joliebox arrived yesterday.  Included is a Joliemag (which will be included every month).  The Director of Joliebox, Thérèse is featured on the front cover - isn't she gorgeous!  Included are snapshots of the staff and what they do as well as product info of brands that have appeared in the boxes as well as new trends - an interesting read and a great extra.

Included is:-

Davines Moisturising Balm full size of 75ml.  This product featured in a recent Glossybox.  I didn't receive it so was pleased to see this in the box.  A multi-purpose product can be used on face, hair and body.  Looking forward to trying it out!  I love trying products from brands I have never heard of before.

A full size (200ml) Yardley Peony Luxury Body Wash.  A sample vial of EDT was included in the last Carmine box which I quite liked.  I'm sort of on the fence with this one as I associate Yardley with grannies!  But its got a nice floral scent so I'll probably use it.

Eyeko Skinny Eyeliner in a grey shade.  I got a plum one in a recent box.  Will happily use this. A full size product.

LCN Nail Polish - again a full size product (8ml) in a pale pink shade.

And a Joliebox handbag mirror.

As I was a new subscriber for the yearly sub I got the Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip & Cheek Stain mini - which I already love.

Also included is a voucher for 20% off at love hearts and crosses enter JOLIE20 at the till.  Runs until 31/05/2012.

I am really happy with the box.  Did you get this? And what are your thoughts? 

RMK Cleansing Oil

This cleansing oil sachet came in Joliebox.  I didn't receive this but got the alternative (Kimia).  I got two as extras in a swap from Nardine and Emma.  I was so thrilled as I love it so much! - thank you.  Thanks also to Wendy at Beauty Box Swaps for sending me two in as swap - I was only expecting one!

Retails at £29 for 175ml at Look Fantastic.  Contains Apricot and Almond Oil to keep skin soft and scented with damask rose and mint - the mint scent is the most prominent.

This is the best oil cleanser I have ever used.  It makes skin look and feel amazing. It is said to "melt the oil based sebum clogged in your pores that lead to whiteheads, blackheads or even acne" - sounds gross but leave skin so refreshed and clean.

This is going on my "wants" list.  Skin looks brighter and fresher, clean and in great condition.  

I have found a sachet lasts four uses. To use, apply to dry face and then add water to emulsify then rinse.  Found it very effective at removing waterproof mascara.  Have you tried this product?

Joliebox - February

A long wait for this box as there was no January box.  Packaged slightly differently in a black drawstring bag with "Joliebox" logo on it and then packaged in the box as normal.  Not sure what I will do with all the bags I'll collect!

I'd seen a few spoilers and wasn't too impressed with the box but now I've got it I am quite pleased with it.

Here are the contents:

Jane Iredale Just Kissed Lip & Cheek Stain in Forever Pink - "multi-purpose stain which adjusts its colour to your mood and temperature".  Love this! Pretty pink shade and very moisturising.

Macademia Deep Repair Masque - 30ml sachet - "ultra-conditioning hair masque will rebuild damaged hair for improved shine & elasticity".  Love the brand so looking forward to trying this out.  Reckon I'll get 2-3 uses.  

TAAJ Himalaya Micellar Water 100ml - a make up remover for face and eyes.  Can't wait to try this out.  This is the reason I like the boxes as I get to try brands I have never heard of.  I'd never have found Leonor Greyl if it hadn't been for Boudoir Prive!  Check out my Leonor Greyl posts here and here.

KIMIA Rejuvenating Facial System sample - facial oil and hydro activator.  Tried this before a few times via free samples (Love Lula/Naturisimo) so wish I'd got the alternative RMK cleansing oil scented with mint & Damascus Rose.

Lavera Basis Sensitive Organic Hand Cream 20ml - got this in Latest in Beauty box.  Not too excited by this, its an okay hand cream but there are others I prefer.

I am quite happy with this box, love seeing new brands and different products from brands I know and love.  I think I'll be keeping this subscription! 

What are your thoughts?  Did you love the box or hate it?