Beauty boxes seem to be like buses this week, you wait ages for one and then they all arrive at the same time! Here's December's Carmine box:-
(1) Japonesque Smudger Brush, travel size - I was surprised that none of the beauty boxes I've received before now have had make-up brushes in them so this was a much welcomed addition that will be going straight into my make-up bag. The dinky Japonesque smudger brush is very similar in design and shape to Ruby & Millie brushes, and the bristles on this are incredibly soft.
(2) Weleda Pomegranate Creamy Body Wash, full size 200ml - SO happy to receive this! I love, love, love Weleda's pomegranate body oil already and have no doubts that this will be equally luxurious to use.
(3) KMS California Freeshape Quick Blow Dry Spray, travel size 30ml - this little spray apparently reduces blowdrying time by up to 50%. I don't blow dry my hair that often but can imagine this coming in handy when travelling.
(4) Institut Esthederm Time Technology Cream, 10ml sample - I did inwardly groan a little when I saw this because I feel that there are constantly anti-aging creams in these boxes, but the description does say it can be used for skin of all ages so I will give it a go. Plus I like the sound of its 'light-reflecting' properties.
(5) MyFace Cosmetics Blingtone in Silver Screen - A majorly sparkly/glittery silver eyeshadow. I have a lot of silver eyeshadows in palettes that I never use so my sister has nabbed this one. Before she did, I swatched a little on my hand (above) and it seems quite difficult to work with because it has some serious fallout. Might be something that is better when used wet perhaps?
There was also a voucher for eyebrow threading from Benito Brow Bar that I promptly spilt camomile tea all over (oops!) but I don't think there's one of those near me anyway. Still a nice little extra though if you can get to one.
Summary: All in all, a good box. Certainly not as 'Wow!' as the other December beauty boxes seem to have been, but a generally good box nonetheless with a great variety of products to try out.
P.S Have a great Christmas everyone! I will be back after the bank holiday, have fun! :)
I don't get the Carmine box but I like this one. I'd love to have the wee brush. :)
ReplyDeleteHappy holidays!! Xx
@Alex - the Japonesque brush is so cute, really pleased with it :) Happy Xmas! xx
ReplyDeleteI like the look of the brush and the Weleda. A good box.
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This is the second time this week that I have heard about this. Are there other beauty boxes? Which one do you think is the best? Sounds quite cool!
ReplyDelete@Victoria - they are great products :) Hope you had a good Christmas! x
ReplyDelete@PVDH - There are loads! If you check my tags on here, I have reviewed Glossybox, Boudoir Prive, Carmine, Amarya and Feel Unique which are the main ones on the UK market at the moment, though apparently there are lots more being introduced for 2012. At the moment, Joliebox (formerly Boudoir Prive) and Amarya are my favs! x
I was pleased with the box - all items I'll use but its the second month running they have got my address wrong which is a bit annoying! x
ReplyDelete@Beauty Balm - oh no, I can see why that's annoying! I had some problems when I first signed up about sending it to a different address than my billing one, so I hope they sort yours out soon too! x
ReplyDelete*Sigh* I miss Carmine they did great boxes. On the other hand, my Joliebox hasn't arrived yet but it looks like a great one this month again :) x
ReplyDeleteI miss Carmine too, always looked forward to their boxes every month! :( I thought Joliebox did a great one this month, hope yours arrives soon :) x
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