The Perfume Society: Modern Classics Discovery Box

My The Perfume Society VIP subscription kicked in again in January (when you re-subscribe you are given a £10 credit). I hadn't got round to buying a box in January or February but I couldn't resist current box Modern Classics (subscriber price £12.50/non-subscriber £17.50 plus P&P) as I adore Angela Flanders Columbia Rose EdP (having first tried it on a visit to London when we stumbled upon the shop) (with the other two in the trilogy). It's still love (it was the reason I wanted the box) and the trilogy is still on the wishlist!

L'Occitane Terre de Lumiere EdP (5ml) which is a delicious gourmand scent with top notes of bergamot, ambrette seed and pink pepper with a heart of lavender honey and base notes of acacia flower, bitter almond essence, tonka bean and white musk. This is almost edible and I'm looking forward to wearing it.

Illuminum White Gardenia Petals (2ml) which is famed by the Duchess of Cambridge, Kate Middleton wearing it on her wedding day. It's a beautiful and heady floral scent with top notes of bergamot and cassis, a heart of jasmine, muguet, white gardenia, ylang ylang with a base of amber and woods. It's a very feminine scent.

I haven't worn Narciso Rodriguez for Her EdP (0.8ml) for years. It used to be a favourite so it'll be nice to revisit. It has top notes of peach and rose, a heart of amber and musk with base notes of sandalwood and patchouli.

I was surprised to learn that Marc Jacob's Daisy EdT (1.2ml) is 10 years old this year! Doesn't time fly.  It has top notes of stawberry and violet leaves, with a heart of violet petals and jasmine bouquet with a base of musk and vanilla infusion.

Cartier's Basier Fou EdP (1.5ml) translates to "crazy kiss" and is a soliflore; a fragrance created to evoke a single note - in this case the exotic orchid. It has quite a tropical scent, with powdery and white chocolate notes. 

Yardley London English Freesia EdT (1ml) is a gentle but pretty floral. With top notes of bergamot, lemon, mandarin, freesia, cypress and lavender with a base of sandalwood, musk, olibanum and amber crystals.

Flower by Kenzo EdP (1ml) I've never really been a fan of this one but it's growing on me! With top notes of pink pepper essence and blackcurrant, a heart of Bulgarian rose essence and parma violet and a base of white musk and vanilla.

The extras this month are:

Philosophy Hope Renewed in a Jar Eye 7ml - a decent sized tube of eye cream which is "a beauty classic in it's own right".

A voucher code for £10 off when you purchase any full size fragrance at L'OCCITANE (valid until 31 May 2017).

Minnie's Literally Love It Shimmering Body Lotion sachet which I'll pass onto someone who will love this!

What do you think of the Modern Classics Discovery Box?

The Scent of a Man Discovery Box

The Perfume Society's latest box is entitled "The Scent of a Man" and contains scent samples and skincare goodies from Elemis and Penhaligon. Costing £15 plus P&P for subscribers and £19 plus P&P for non-subscribers.

It really is a fabulous box (for men) (which I bought it because I was keen to try Miller Harris's Latest launch) which I now can't wait to buy and I'm already a HUGE fan of Beaufort London's Coeur de Noir (mini review). 

It would be the perfect gift for Father's Day (19 June).  I'll be sharing some bits with hubby:

And probably some of the other scents too:

Do you think this is something you'd buy for your dad or as a present for your boyfriend or husband?

The Perfume Society: Beautiful Blossoms Discovery Box

I can never resist the fab discovery boxes from The Perfume Society. The latest one, Beautiful Blossoms is stuffed full of really great samples and a 50ml tube of Elemis's British Botanical Shower Cream. The box costs £15 or £10 for members.

Ruth Mastenbroek Amorosa 1.5ml EDP

Floriental

This is a beautiful scent with notes of watermelon, green leaves, violet leaf, galbanum, tuberose, white flowers, tiare flowers, jasmine, Ylang Ylang and base notes of amber, ambergris, patchouli, woody amber accord, vetivert and maltol.

Miller Harris Coeur de Jardin 2ml EDP

Floral

This is really lovely and one of my favourites in the box. With notes of bergamot, lemon, hesperidin, pear, peach, Turkish rose, jasmine, tuberose, white orris butter, amber musk, moss and patchouli. I'd buy.

Jimmy Choo Blossom 2ml EDP

Floral

I love this gorgeous floral scent. It has notes of red berries, citrus, sweet pea, rose and white musk and sandalwood. I've been wearing this since I got the box and full size is on the wishlist!

La Perla Peony Blossom 1.2ml EDT

Floral

With notes of pear, white peach, blackcurrant, orange blossom, peony, jasmine blossom, violet, patchouli, vanilla and sweet musk. A pretty floral.

Fragonard Jasmin 2ml EDT

Floral

This scent has notes of bergamot, orange leaf, Grasse Jasmine, Indian Jasmine, Egyptian Jasmine and Amber. Again I really like!

Agonist ISIS 2ml

Oriental

I'd say this is my least favourite. Its a unisex fragrance but I find it smells more masculine on my skin.  It has notes of citrus, green tangerine, ylang ylang, black pepper, ginger, anise, peach, caramel, heliotrope, nutmeg, amber, musk, benzoin, vanilla absolute, labdanum and lorenox.

Philosophy Amazing Grace 1.5ml EDT
Floral
I've never really tried any of Philosophy's scents much before but this seems quite nice. With notes of bergamot, mandarin, yuzu, grapefruit, muguet blossom, rose, jasmine and musk. 

Chloe Love Story 1.2ml EDP
Floral
I love the notes this perfume contains but it smells quite powdery on my skin which I'm not keen on. It has notes of neroli, orange blossom, jasmine and cedar.

Yardley Contemporary Classics 1.5ml EDT x 4
Floral
English Lavender - with notes of bergamot, clary sage, English lavender, eucalyptus, geranium, jasmine, chamomile, violet, woods, vanilla and patchouli. English Rose - with notes of citrus, rose, tea accord, rose bud, magnolia, violet, cassis, woods, patchouli, musk.  Lily of the Valley - with notes of pear accord, lily of the valley, freesia and musk and April Violets - violet leaves, citrus, orris, mimosa, rose, white peach, sandalwood, vanilla and powdery notes.  I like all of these.

Elemis British Botanical Shower Cream 50ml
Floral
The scent of this shower cream was inspired by a traditional English garden and contains notes of lavender, chamomile, geranium, palmarosa and rosemary.

Did you pick up one of these discovery boxes?

I won Lady Woolf's 100 FB Followers Giveaway!

I was super pleased to learn I'd won Lady Woolf's recent giveaway. My prize arrived yesterday and is jam packed full of goodies.

Here's what I won:

2True Nail Polish in Shade 12

Champneys Repair Moisture Mask 50ml 

Champneys Energising Lime Body Scrub 350ml 

Cellu-Cup

Dr Organics Snail Gel 50ml 

Filorga Age Peel Wipes x 3 

Good Things Five Minute Facial Mask 100ml

iRejuvenate The Cream of Wonders 125ml 

Joomo Face Wash 100ml 

Kenzo Flower in The Air Sample

Miners Maxi Mascara in Black 

Morgan Taylor Nail Polish in Regal as Royal 

Ochre Awaken Body Lotion 250ml

OPI Mini Liquid Sand Polish in What Wizardry is This

Prtty Peaushun Skin Tight Body Lotion 89ml 

Paperself Merry-Go-Round Lashes 

Paperself Deer & Butterfly Lashes

SOAK Yourself Bath Ritual Kit (Muscle Soak)

Yardley Royal English Daisy Perfume Sample

Yves Rocher Hydra Vegtal Eye Cream 30ml

WOW is all I can say! I'm looking forward to trying everything! Thanks so much once again Michelle! Lots to try and expect a few reviews soon.

Latest in Beauty: Editor's Faves Box

When I found out Latest in Beauty had brought out a new box, Editor's Faves I knew I wouldn't be able to resist especially when I found out it contained Neom Hand Cream! I simply love this hand cream - it is the best I've ever used! I normally pick it up in Complete Bliss scent (Moroccan Blush Rose, lime and black pepper).  See my review here.

The box costs £7.95 plus £2.95 P&P - the contents are worth over £60!

Onto the contents -

Neom Organic Hand Cream - Inspiration (Violet, Chamomile & Cedarwood) 50ml - this size is worth £15.  Not tried this scent before but love the hand cream.

Ancienne Ambiance Goddess Argan Hand & Body Wash 50ml - I'm a huge fan of this brand having used their bath salts and soaps before.  See my reviews here and here.  The hand & body wash is enriched with Argan oil and scented with the subtle fragrance of Goddess oil along with vanilla, coconut oil, vanilla and paprika.  Looking forward to trying it.

Balance Me Radiance Face Oil 10ml - already a huge Balance Me fan happy to have a travel size of this beautifully scented and nourishing face oil.

Dr Lipp Original Nipple Balm for Lips 3ml - received this recently in my Cult Beauty GWP.  Can be used as a lip balm, on dry skin patches, cuticles, on nipples during breast feeding and baby's bottoms!  Love a multi-purpose product so happy to try this.

ESPA Super Active Lift and Firm Intensive Eye Serum 3ml & Lift and Firm Moisturiser 7ml - have tried these before in the Advent Calendar.  I found the moisturiser too scented so will pass this onto a friend.  I like the eye serum though.

Yardley Polaire 1ml vial - not a huge Yardley fan and this smells a bit too powdery for my liking.

All in all a great box and such great value.  Did you get the box?  What are your thoughts on the product selection?

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 - 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? 

Carmine - February

I received my Carmine box yesterday.  I am loving it.  Included is 3 full size products!

Balance Me Rose Otto Body Wash 125ml - I already love this product having received it as a magazine freebie before. Smells of Turkish Delight.  Gently foaming and sulphate free.

STEAMCREAM - Steam infused skincare 75g - I'd read about this cream before but have never tried it.  Can be used top to toe and packed with natural ingredients - oatmeal infusion, orange flower water, almond oil, lavender oil and other essential oils, jojoba oil and cocoa butter. It's quite strongly scented with lavender so not sure if I'll use it on my face but be a great product to take on holiday. Looking forward to trying this out.  Packaged in limited edition aluminium tin.  Very cute - I got Capri.

Andrea Fullerton Nail Varnish 5.5ml - in shade Matthew. This and the ones above are full size products.

White Glo Extra-Strength Whitening Toothpaste 24g - was pleased to see something different in the box - looking forward to trying this out.

Diego Dalla Palma The Lipstick - I got shade 47 a frosted coral shade - be good with a tan!  Nice product, felt nice on the lips and I'm keen to try some of the other colours - there are 20 shades.

Also included is an extra a sample vial of Yardley Peony EDT - quite nice fresh and floral.  Not sure I'd buy it but nice extra.

A great box. I am really pleased with the contents this month x

Latest in Beauty - The Stocking Filler Box

I got the Latest in Beauty Christmas Stocking Filler Box yesterday.  Costs £4.95 including postage.  I am pleased with this box - I think it's good value.

Included is:-

thisworks no wrinkles extreme moisturiser 3ml - accompanying card says in only 28 days your lines and wrinkles appear reduced and skin is plumped and more radiant - guess this sample will last twice!

DP London Firming and Smoothing Body Cream 50ml - this has a nice floral/geranium scent and has a nice texture.  Also included is a £5 off code, to be used by 30 November 2011 - LF112011 on http://www.dplondon.com/. Haven't heard of this brand before.

Richard Ward Optimiser Style Reviver 50ml for fine/normal hair for use on dry hair to revitalise style.  Again, haven't heard of this brand before but will look forward to trying!

Dove Express Treatment Conditioner 50ml - happy to try this, smells nice.

Sample vial of Orla Kiely EDP - smells quite nice and a sample for my bag.

Finally, a single use Yardley English Rose Refreshing Tissue - not sure I'll use this but it may be nice.

Quite good value I thought, I bought two - one for me and one for a wee pressie?  What are your thoughts? x