One of the most popular international beauty subscription services is now available in our home and native land. Yes my friends, Glossybox now ships to Canada!
I received the March 2012 Glossybox a ways in April already but the contents of the box made the last-minute shipping oh so worth it (the boxes sent from the PR company were sent out later than actual subscriber boxes).
Glossybox is just like your other run-of-the-mill beauty subscription services, but this one comes in an actual box (like a mini shoebox), and includes five to six luxury products a month. This particular box costs a little more a month than it’s counterparts at C$15 but based on the samples I got, it’s oh so worth it.
Here’s what I got:
- Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion
- Bailey Cosmetics Fresh Lip Gloss – full size at $28
- Evian Brumisateur Facial Spray – 50 ml at $7
- Pandora’s Box Blush in St. Tropez – full size at $18
- Sebastian Re-Shaper Hairspray
- Algemarin Foam Bath – sample packet
Although I haven’t heard of a lot of these products, I still really loved my box. I couldn’t get over the amount of full size stuff in here. Even though the box included a body lotion (it seems like every sub box has one), I even appreciated the Aveeno lotion as it was a great size and something that I felt I could get good use out of. Same goes for the hairspray (perfect for travelling) and Evian spray, which I was so excited to get. One spritz of the stuff makes your face feel so refreshed, it’s perfect for after the gym, in the summer, after a flight, or really, anytime you need to feel refreshed.
The Bailey lip gloss is a brand I have never heard of before, but a $28 lip gloss for free? Heck yes. The colour is quite sheer so it’s good for layering, and the packaging is very chic and posh. As for the blush, the colour is a pretty pink shade and the case if magnetic so the blush pan comes out and you could even add it to a Z palette if you wish. I’ve never heard of Pandora’s Box makeup before but it seems to have quite a following as people on the Glossybox Facebook page seemed quite excited to receive it.
As for packaging of the actual box, this one is my absolute favourite. The box itself was quite heavy and when you open the lid, the items are wrapped in tissue with a bow tying it all together. The cards and other documents (including a coupon code for Glossybox subscribers for 40 per cent off Pandora’s Box makeup online) was enclosed in a chic black envelope. Honestly, I felt like I was opening a present someone sent me in the mail. The box itself is so sturdy that it’s perfect to keep even after all the contents are used and gone. You can use it to store photos, CDs, cards, etc. or you could even put a gift for someone in there. It’s a fab little box.
So final thoughts, I loved the March 2012 Glossybox. As for contents wise, I would say it’s up to par with the March Topbox, maybe even a bit better because of the amount of deluxe samples included. It’s a bit pricier than other boxes out there but I think it’s well worth it in the amount and quality of products you receive. I highly recommend this one!
Did you receive the March 2012 Glossybox? What were your thoughts?
Also, don’t forget to enter my May Loose Button Luxebox giveaway! ** Canadians only! Ends next Friday.
Please note I did receive this product for review purposes. All opinions are my honest own.
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NOTD: China Glaze Electric Beat
I got China’s Glaze’s Electric Beat nail polish in my March 2012 Loose Button Luxebox, and although the colour didn’t really stand out to me at first glance (it definitely wasn’t love at first sight) I decided to try this one on to see if I liked it better than in the bottle. I honestly cannot say that I have ever received so many compliments on my nail polish in one day before I painted on this colour.
Electric Beat is like a periwinkle blue colour that is really different than any other shade I have in my collection. Now that I have it on my nails I have to say that I really like it. I put OPI’s Top Coat over top, but even without it this colour is very glossy (I’m not a huge fan on OPI’s topcoat, I prefer Seche Vite’s but I’m trying to use this up before I buy a new bottle of the Seche).
As for longevity, the colour lasted about two days before some minor chipping occurred. I also used two coats of this because the shade goes on quite opaque.
Blouse: Mango
I have seen the whole Electro Pop collection in stores and although no colour struck me as a must-have at first glance, I have myself fawning over Aquadelic and I may be stopping off at Sally’s Beauty Supply in the coming days to pick it up, it’s such a pretty turquoise colour.
Have you tried China Glaze’s Electric Beat? What were your thoughts?
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Mama, why are you outside?
Also, don’t forget to enter my May 2012 Loose Button Luxebox giveaway! ** Canadians only!
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March 2012 Loose Button Luxebox and Contest! (CLOSED)
Last week I was contacted from the nice people at Loose Button about reviewing the March 2012 box and another little goodie (which I’ll get to in a bit). Although I don’t have a subscription with the company, I did have a chance to review the December and January boxes and have been very happy with the contents, company, and overall packaging of the product.
To sum it up real quick, the Loose Button Luxebox is a monthly Canadian beauty subscription service, where you get pay C$12 a month and you receive a box filled with four to five deluxe goodies. Although the service mostly gives out beauty-related items, I have gotten coffee and chocolates in my boxes, which was a nice little surprise.
The March box marks Loose Button’s first year anniversary, so they threw in a special “thank you” seeded card that will grow into a plant. I don’t know if these things actually work but it’s a pretty cool idea.
On to my box!
Made for me! Love this little detail.
Alright, so not going to lie, I’m a bit disappointed with the contents of the March box. Compared to the December (where I got a pair of Velour lashes) and January’s (that came with an extra bath and body box), the March one is a bit of a let down. Don’t get me wrong the contents are good brands, but it didn’t blow me away.
My March 2012 Luxebox included the following:
- Prevage Face Advanced Anti-Aging Serum 5 ml (full size 50ml retails for $159. Sample worth $15.90)
- J. R. Watkins Hand and Body Lotion 29 ml (full size 325 ml retails for $10). There was also a coupon for $1 off any J.R. Watkins Hand and Body Lotion at Shopper’s Drug Mart
- Fekkai Advanced Salon Technician Color Care Shampoo and Conditioner 9 ml each (full size 236 ml retails for $28)
- Fekkai Advanced Salon Technician Color Care Rapid Results Moisture Mask 2 x 8.6 g (198 g retails for $45)
- China Glaze Electric Beat nail polish full size (approx. retail C$8)
Looking at the items and brands, it is a good box in theory but when it comes down to it, I don’t really need anti-aging serums because I’m only 23 (I’m giving my mom this product), I have hand and body creams up the ying yang so I don’t really need anymore (plus this sample was only half full), and I got some sample shampoo and conditioner packs with my March 2012 Topbox (although they were Redken). With that being said about the last point, I got some Fekkai samples in my January Luxebox and I really liked them so I am quite excited to try this formula. I did enjoy getting the China Glaze polish, and although it’s pretty, it’s not really a colour that I would have picked out, but we will see how it looks on the nails.
To sum it up, my review does sound more negative then I mean it to be. Part of the excitement about receiving these subscription services is the excitement in opening the box. Although the March box isn’t as good as the December and January boxes (or even the March 2012 Topbox), my heart still skipped a beat opening it up.
Now onto the fun part! The kind folks at Loose Button gave the opportunity to give a May box away to one lucky reader! To enter the contest, you must be a Canadian resident and a subscriber of this blog (you can subscribe at the top of the sidebar on the homepage), also leave me a comment with what brand you would love to see in an upcoming Luxebox! I would love to get a bottle of Seche Vite or a Deborah Lippmann nail polish (like the November Topbox), or even another pair of Velour Lashes (they are so fab!).
Contest officially opens today and ends April 20, 2012. The winner will be chosen through random.org. If the winner does not reply with their address within five days another winner will be chosen (the box will be shipped directly from Loose Button). I look forward to your answers and good luck!
Did you receive the March 2012 Loose Button Luxebox? If so, what were your thoughts?
Please note I did receive this product for review purposes; however, all opinions are my honest own 
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