Boxy Charm Premium Unboxing - April 2020

*purchased by me*

Boxy Premium, $35 a month and same theme as base box - Festival Vibes. 

Tbh there is nothing festival about any of the boxes I got. Well maybe except the neon brushes that were in the base box.

By the way my variation is 50 and my choice of the month was Peach and Lily Toner :)

• Farmacy Beauty Honey potion Renewing Antioxidant hydration mask - I am happy about this product. Not gonna lie a palette would be nice but hey its Farmacy and Farmacy products are on top of the line or so the ones I tried so far :) Retail $38

• Peach and Lily - The Good Acids Pore Toner - this was my choice of the month. I know another pore toner..but on the other hand I really want to try and see whats this brand is about. Comes in a nice thick glass bottle and I personally like the look of it. Retails $39

• Lavido Age Away Replenishing Cream - ok new brand that I never heard of. But I don't understand why I got it as it is for mature skin a and in my 30s and for me mature is skin over 40+, so I don;t get it. They send same cream to 20 year olds as well.... just a proof that beauty quiz we take means nothing . Carry on.... Retail $69

• IGK Hair Good Behavior Smoothing Spray - IGK is brand that I do not know how I feel about it. I had the dry shampoo and I didn't like, I have a leaving in cream that is ok.. I will give it a try and see how will this preform . Retails $32

• NudeStix Magnetic Lip Plush Paints- I had NudeStix products in the past and I remember liking them. Now we got a liquid lipstick or a lip cream in nudy rosey shade. I will give it a shot to see how it it. Swatch wise the color is pretty, lets see how it will look and wear on my lips. Retail $28

• Wander Beauty Mile High Club Mascara- this is my 3rd tube :) I like this mascara. Overall Wander Beauty is an great brand and I been loving most of their products :) Retail $26

The value of my box $232. So not bad for paying only $35.

Boxy Charm - Totally - August 2019 Unboxing

*purchased by me*

Another month,another Boxy Charm. 

This month, I won't hide I am a bit disappointed with Boxy. Wanna know why? Well, last month boxy sent our emails with a poll.Basically you had to answer which product you would like to receve more in next boxy. So here is the issue. I wanted skin care. There was a Peach and Lilly Serum that I really crave. It went u against Tarte Mascara. I choose the serum but got mascara. So I am not sure if they didn't get enough serums or what? Kinda iffy ...so they did same poll with luxe box that is coming next month...So lets see if the product I picked in the poll with arrive at my door step. I like the idea of the poll but if boxy is not listening so what is the point of it?

Ugh. I m done LOL here is a peek inside my August Box that the theme is TOTALLY!

* Becca Cosmetics Hydra Mist Refreshing Powder - this particular product everyone got it. Its a powder that sets and refreshes makeup for silky smooth finish. Formulated with 50% water and glycerin, this powder creates mist like sensation on the skin. This not a review yet. I tried it coz I wanted to see if how it feels ... and its wet! I like the cooling effect and it reminds me of a Revlon powder, I believe it was ColorStay Aqua powder. I was using it a lot back in 2014. I love the water effect it had. This Becca powder I feel it will work amazing for people with dry skin as it really gives a boost of hydration. Retail price $39

*Wander Beauty Glow Ahead Illuminating Oil - ummm no. I love Wander Beauty and most of their products work so good with me. But I don't think any OILY person would like to add more illuminating products into their routine.

 But I can;t judge something I never tried right? I mean it could be a hidden gem! I will give it a go but I don't think it will work for me. I will keep you all posted on this :)Retail $42

*Tarte Big Ego Mascara - ultra black, vegan mascara. I don't really like Tarte mascaras tbh. I never had a luck with them. But its hmmm I dunno I don't want to like it coz I wanted a serum in its place.

 
But anyways the packaging is super hot pink and I just checked if it's not dried out.Someone on BC Facebook said they got dried out mascara. Again I will keep you guys posted on how I like it. Retail $23

*** Update on the mascara - its dry and does nothing to my lashes. Really disappointing product.  

* Ace Beauty - Glimmer Eyeshadow Duo - not gonna lie they are cute and remind me of CP. but dang gilr they are expensive! Duo retails at $25.The colors I got are so much more wearable then the hot pink and silver.

 
 So I got Iced Latte - that is pretty gold and Cotton Candy- that it metallic peachy orange. I am definitely happy with these two :) The other variation was PUR Barbie peel off mask that I wanted a bit more :)

* Steve Laurant - Lip Liner in the shade Vouge - Didn't open and not planning to. I can add it as a gift to some one. I have tones of lip liners and I don't use them much.Plus this shade is more on a brown side and the over all "color theme" of this box is pink. Retail $15

Total of this month box came up to $144. 

Overall I feel like this month was more of a miss for me .But next month is a Boxy LUXE month and I cant wait to see what will I get. Again they did run a poll to see what products I would like to see in my box. Hoping I get what ever I picked.

Wander Beauty Pop Up store in NYC - Beauty Event Recap

I had a pleasure to attend Wander Beauty pop up store opening on April 25th. 

This cute pop up store is located at 787 Lexington Ave (between 61st and 62nd Street) and it will be open until July 31st 2019. So if you are visiting or live in the area you definitely need to check the place out and well stock up on some of your favorite products and take cute pics in this Instagram worthy store.

The event as really nice.The overall set up and picture spots were beautiful. I had a chance to play a bit with products that I have on my wish list, eat some delicious and very adorable looking cookies and cupcakes (love how everything was travel themed!). I met few blogging gals that I know through IG and over all I had fun.

Below are few picture shoot from the event :)

Until next time!

This beautiful set up as soonest you walk in ;)
Travel goals and you guys that pink world map! Dreamy!

 

Flower wall goals! Really beautiful!I need it at my home like seriously! 

Mood Board!



My Sophia came with me to an event.On the pic you can see she is munching on caramel popcorn ;)

The cutest cookies and cupcakes ever! So yummy too!Just ask my daughter :)

My wish list :)
No days off set and two gorgeous palettes ;) Formula on these is so buttery!I really need them in my life!

Far away mirror selfie!Again what a lovely set up!

Wander Beauty Christmas Gift Ideas

Have you heard of Wander Beauty? They have been around for about 2-3 years? Not sure exactly, but I been fan for about that long. Their makeup and skin care line is amazing, and I happy to say it keeps growing too! When they first contacted me years ago they didn't have much to offer. Now? I am impressed and happy to see them grow. 

They are sold at Sephora :) at pretty reasonable prices. 

I do actually have a few pieces that I am trying to review for you guys. Trying, coz the end of this year is a madness.  I am so not kidding! Ughhh... 

Anyways below are few last minute Christmas ideas, pulled out from Wander Beauty :)

All mentioned products are available at Sephora as on Wander Beauty website 

FOR THE WANDERESS…

Who She Is: She’s always on-the-go, and you never know where she’ll land next. On Saturday she’s on a safari, and by Tuesday she’s headed to Bali… but that doesn’t mean her skincare routine gets left behind.

What To Give Her: Take Flight Skincare Discovery Kit combines four multitasking must-haves in a travel-ready kit. Baggage Claim Eye Masks, Lift Off Purifying and Brightening Mask, Extended Stay Hydrating Mask and Glow Ahead Face Oil will give her her most gorgeous skin yet no matter where she’s wandering to next.

FOR THE MAKEUP JUNKIE…

Who She Is: She’s on the pulse of all of the latest beauty launches. Her personal collection rivals your local Sephora's stock.

What To Give Her: Wanderess Off Duty and Wanderess Chill for the win. These two palettes have every shade she'll ever need, both warm and cool, in two portable palettes. Pair them with Baggage Claim Eye Masks in Rose Gold and Unlashed Mascara to truly make her holidays! 

FOR THE NEW MOM…

Who She Is: Being a multitasking mom may leave her sleep-deprived, but she shouldn’t have to look like it!

What To Give Her: She’ll want these two must-haves, no matter the season: Fake Awake Essentials Trio and Baggage Claim Eye Masks in Rose Gold will help her fake a full eight hours of sleep, even if she’s had anything but. These two will give her all of the tools she needs brighten, conceal, blend and repeat.

FOR THE SELF-CARE SELFIE QUEEN...

Who She Is: On a Sunday, you’ll find her multimasking and snapping the process.

What To Give Her: Reach for our Maximum Impact Skincare Trio for the perfect multimasking moment. This trio features our shimmering pink Lift Off Purifying and Brightening Mask, Baggage Claim Eye Masks and Glow Ahead Face Oil, for the perfect Sunday self-care moment.

FOR YOUR WORK WIFE…

Who She Is: Your favorite person in the office and forever lunch companion who deserves to be spoiled!

What To Give Her: No lipstick arsenal is complete without a pinky nude and a mauve shade. Premier Pout Lip Kit not only combines these two must-have shades with On The Mauve and Bare in Barcelona, but Lipsetter also combines lipstick and lip liner into one dual-ended stick. She’ll be able to perfect her pout on-the-move while keeping them stored in a gorgeous rose gold pouch.