What Is True Beauty With Glossy Box

What is true beauty to you? To me, it is being true to yourself! Lucille Ball said it best with her quote “I’d rather regret the things I’ve done, than regret the things I haven’t done!”

With this month being women being International, Glossybox dedicated their box to us, women!

The hard-working, multi-purpose products in the box are dedicated to inspiring women who are beautiful inside and out. From cleansing to glamifying they have us covered this month with some awesome items!

CoverFX Perfect Pencil Concealer ($20)
Multitasking is what a boss girl needs and this multitasking pencil is a must for every makeup bag—allowing you to conceal, define, and line.

Glossybox
Before I get into the items, I wanted to let you know about Glossybox! It is an amazing beauty box where subscribers receive up to six deluxe-size to full-size products each month. The pricing starts at $21 a month for a month-to-month subscription, but the longer you commit (3, 6 or 12 months) the price goes down! I love this subscription it is so worth the small investment!

Products In This Month's Glossybox

Form Beauty Multitask 3-in-1 Leave-In Lotion ($32)

Multitask is the multitasking product. 3-in-1: Leave-In-Conditioner, Daily Moisturizer, Style Refresher. Just what a boss girl needs to rock her hair, while she's rocking the world!

Figs & Rouge Soft Focus Pore Perfect HD + Matte Veil ($35)

Its' time to rule with flawless looking skin and Figs & Rouge HD+ Matte Veil is here to help! Primer is my secret weapon to rock a perfect makeup application!

This is a weightless, matte serum that is designed to help minimize the appearance of pores & create a sheer complexion. With a unique duo action, this anti-blemish formulation helps reduce skin impurities & combat breakouts. For diminished shine & a micro-fine, soft-focus effect, Figs & Rouge New Hydra-Pore collection delivers long-lasting pore correction, to help fade imperfections & promote a clearer balanced complexion.

Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer ($9.50)

I received the color, One and Only, just like me! This high-quality formula and heavily pigmented nail lacquer that gives up to 7 to 10 days of wear and incredible color saturation. With a wide range of shades from every color family, Morgan Taylor has the perfect color for every lacquer lover!

De Bruyere Beaute Jumbo Eye Pencil in Bubble 07 ($18)

I wasn't satisfied to earn a good living, I was looking to make a statement!

Make a statement with this jumbo eye pencil, khaki-grey glamorous and shimmering shade, highly pigmented which, thanks to its generous size, can be used either as a liner or eyeshadow.

BONUS Unani Il-luminate Milk Cleanser ($18)

Beautiful skin requires a commitment, not a miracle, which is why I was so excited to get this bonus item in my Glossybox this month!

This is a gentle cleansing milk, that has natural oils which purifies and protects the skin by removing impurities as well as makeup, leaving your complexion soft and restoring its elasticity.

End Of Summer Skincare With Glossybox Tropical Beauty Box And Discount Code

August is a hot month and trying to find the perfect summer products to help with your summer skin is essential, and Glossybox Tropical Beauty Box was here to the rescue! Not only did some of these products help to show my summer skin some TLC, they were also great travel essentials for my end of the summer getaway! Plus, these products came packaged in a keepsake special tropical themed box, making it a great way to end the season!

About Glossybox

Glossybox is a monthly beauty subscription service that features around 5-6 luxury beauty products from well-known brands to new ones out in the market for as low as $17.50 a month and free shipping. There are 4 plan options to choose from and is a MUST beauty box! CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR OWN SUBSCRIPTION.

So without further ado, let’s dive into this month's tropical themed box.

Skin & Co Truffle Therapy Cleansing Oil - $30
This is one of my favorite cleansing oils.  I have used it in the past and was so excited to see it in this months box. This Truffle Therapy Cleansing Oil is a blend of fine active ingredients and essential oils that deeply cleanse and purify the skin. It can also be used as a makeup remover leaving the skin incredibly soft and super hydrated. 

NCLA Clean Up Your Act - $16
Making a mistake when painting your nails can be frustrating, and luckily there are products like the NCLA’s precision nail lacquer remover pen to help clean up any accidents! Pen includes 3 replacement tips.

Doucce Blush Duo Palette
Become a blushing beauty with this limited edition summer sunset blush. This product was nice and compact and fit perfectly in my travel on.

De Bruyere After Sun Lotion - $12
Post sun treatment is so important, and this product sure came in handy for my beach getaway. Enriched in Monoi which is Tiare flower petals that have been soaking in coconut oil, this after sun lotion is used to calm, nourish, and protect skin from sun exposure.
 
Dr. Paw Paw Multipurpose Soothing Balm - $10
Containing olive oil, aloe, and Carica Papaya extracts, this multi purpose balm is great to help treat that damaged summer skin. It also works great on sunburns and really kept my lips kissably soft.

La Roche-Rosay Foaming Cleanser
As you can see the theme with this box is skin hydration, and this product was no different, plus it helps to remove impurities from the skin without over drying. I did end up giving this product to my niece as she has oily skin and she now wants the full-size cleanser which sells for $15.00

Wanna get a box for yourself? Then subscribe today as right now there is a special to get 50% Off your August Box, by using code COOLVIBES. Click HERE and Enjoy!

Skincare Goals For 2017 With Glossybox

While I am not much of a resolution person, I do like to set goals. And today I’d like to share with you one of my goals for 2017!  For this post, I have partnered up with Glossybox, a monthly beauty subscription.  Not only is their packaging gorgeous but most of the products you get are full size, which is one reason I LOVE Glossybox.

So, one of my goals for 2017 is to maintain healthy skin.  Skincare is critical as your skin says a ton about you to the outside world. And most of the time the way that your skin looks depends on how well you take care of it. 

It lets people know:

• How healthy you are,
• How much confidence that you have in yourself
• A lot about your personal hygiene... 

With the help of Glossybox, I can work towards this goal with some of the products included in this months box.

In January's GlossyBox...

La Théorie des Volcans Masque Exfoliant Mask Scrub
Ooh La La, a volcano paste, how cool is that?  This is a cruelty-free 2 in 1 product, a face scrub and a mask that helps to remove impurities, redness and dead skin cells to reveal new fresher skin. And beauties, exfoliating is essential, especially in the winter months!

Disclaimer: This Glossybox was sent to me a no charge. All opinions are mine

Daily Concept Exfoliating Body Scrubber

Aside from taking care of your face, it is also important to exfoliate your body. And the Daily Concepts Exfoliating body scrubber allows you to do just that. 

Designed with dual sides, one for regular texture where you need more exfoliation and a soft texture for the most gentle parts of your body.

This is what makes this scrubber unique:

• It has a label with an indicator that fades when it’s time to replace Your Body Scrubber.
• Natural cotton base layer with nylon exfoliating loops for the ideal texture.
• It is environmentally friendly, soy-based foam material (inside the scrubber) to create a rich lather.
• Clinically, allergy and dermatologist tested.
• Cruelty free

Eye Love Soin Visage Eye Contour
Bag those puffy eyes! Staring at a computer all day can wreak havoc on my eyes, and a little soothing is something I need by the end of the week!

Filled with vasoconstrictive, draining and detoxifying actives, the EYE LOVE helps to reduce dark circles and bags. By stimulating collagen synthesis, it reduces wrinkles that start forming first around the eyes. With its moisturizing and lifting actions, it also supposed to help the transformation of lines due to dehydration from becoming deeper wrinkles. I can’t wait to see the results of this product, especially as I’ve been using my Michael Todd Beauty Soniceraser Pro to help penetrate deeper into the skin!

Secret Flush Soothing Cream Blusher & Lip Stain Duo

In the winter our skin can become dull, and by adding a subtle flush to the skin, you can give yourself the look you need to brighten the skin instantly. The secret flush cream blusher & lip stain is a dual product, aside from being a cream blush it can also be used as a lip stain! MAUH!

Last but not least is some TLC for your hair with the AG's Cleansing Cream. With going from brunette to blond, I was excited to try this product. It is a gentle way to refresh dry or brittle hair, by clarifying as it removes unwanted toxins and environmental pollutants. The Cleansing Cream is formulated with AG's exclusive Sea Complex, combining anti-aging seaberry oil with natural seaweed extracts in a nourishing and conditioning base to gently remove dirt and pollutants from the hair. These oceanic superfoods strengthen hair, restore moisture and enhance natural texture.  It is unnecessary to condition after using this shampoo; now that is what I call HAIRtastic.

Want to start on your own beauty goals, with your own GLOSSYBOX, well you can by getting your very own subscription. The cost for a GLOSSYBOX subscription is anywhere from $17.50 a month to $21, depending on which payment plan you choose! So what are you waiting for, indulge today!

Tis The Season To Glam Up Your Beauty Routine

Need a little help with your holiday beauty look, well GlossyBox is here to help with their Holiday Limited Edition Box!  December's holiday box includes six full-size products worth over $184; now that is a gift! This box of holiday cheer contains skincare products, glitzy lipstick, eyeshadow, brow definer, and a healing cleanser that will help you to glam up your beauty routine this holiday season!

So let’s dive in!

Bow To The Brow
The holidays are a perfect time to show off your eyes, and your eyebrows are a key to this. Eyebrows form a frame around your eyes taking them from Plain Jane to Glamorous Brow, in a matter of minutes and the RETRO BROW – PRIME & EXTEND DUO, by NutraLuxe MD, does exactly this.  I love this product as it is an all-in-one-product.  It includes a pigmented primer that acts as a holding base and when fused with the cellulose fibers, amplifies the appearance of your natural eyebrow into full dramatic brows.

How to use:
• Step 1: Apply primer to each eyebrow.
• Step 2: Immediately follow with fibers on top of the primed area.
• Step 3: Finish with another coat of primer to lock in the fibers.
*Repeat steps 1-3 for a more dramatic look.

Eyes 
Now that you have framed your eyes, you are ready for the star of the night, your eyeshadow.  This month’s Glossybox Dome shadow comes in a variety of colors, and I was happy to get the burgundy color in my box as this color is a favorite of mine.  This eyeshadow has a metallic finish, perfect for the holiday season!

Add A Glow To Your Skin
There were three skincare products in this box, first is the SKIN & CO ROMA KIN & CO 'Truffle Therapy' Cleansing Oil.  I’ve seen this product at Nordstrom, so to get this in my Glossybox was wonderful.  I love that it is paraben free and boy is this fancy as it has truffle extract. While it is strong enough to remove your makeup, it is gentle on the skin for cleansing.

How to use: To achieve the full benefits of the cleansing oil, shake the bottle gently to mix the two phases. Saturate a cotton pad to gently and effectively remove your makeup and impurities.

Now it is time to let it snow, glow with  Babor masterpiece ampoule set.  Low humidity and cooler temperatures can leave your skin dry, flaky, and itchy. So having a product to protect your skin from drying out in the winter is a must.

This skincare duo pairs two types of ampoules to instantly repair and protect dry or dehydrated skin.

Daytime: Use Hydra Plus Active Fluid to get an instant moisture boost.  This product has hyaluronic acid which is a premier hydrating ingredient for skin helping to smooth out your complexion leaving it feeling softer, smoother, with a radiant, hydrated glow!

Nighttime: Give your skin a boost with black truffle and black seaweed.  The active night fluid helps to regenerate your skin overnight!

Last but not least is the AVANCÉ+ INVISIBLE PORES NIGHT DETOX SERUM.  This product has multiple benefits as well; it is kind of like a nighttime primer for your skin!



If you follow my blog you know my thoughts on primers, they are a must.  Without them, your makeup will sit in your pores, create false wrinkles, while leaving a dull appearance...period! On the other hand, when you do use a primer, you'll find that your foundation will have a much smoother finish while minimizing the appearance of pores and fine lines. While this is not a substitute for a makeup primer, it really helps to prep your skin for better makeup application.

This serum has some Anti-bacterial /Anti-inflammatory action to help minimizes your pores. It also detoxifies and encourages collagen synthesis & promotes cellular renewal.

Lips
Make sure your lips are mistletoe ready with bad Medina shimmery lipstick. Lips with a bit of glitz, perfect for a kissable pout!

So, there you have it beauties, some great ways to glam up your beauty routine with GlossyBox Holiday Limited Edition Box.

Want to get whisked away with your own GLOSSYBOX, well you can by getting your very own subscription. The cost for a GLOSSYBOX subscription is anywhere from $17.50 a month to $21, depending on which payment plan you choose!

So what are you waiting for, this month's box had 6 totaling over $184 in products, so treat yourself today!

5 Ways To Rev Up Your Fall Beauty Routine, With Glossybox

Fall is upon us and with the change of season also comes time to change up your BEAUTY ROUTINE! And Glossybox is helping us to look FALLtastic, with October’s box!

This Glossybox included some skin loving treats to helps us pamper our skin as well as some products that allowed me to bring my Autumn on!

So, if you want to find out how you to can get your Autumn on continue reading!

Skincare
The last thing we want is to have our skin look as try as leaves so introducing some skincare products that can soothe and relieve your skin is a must!

Unani Il-luminate Milk Cleanser
Adding a daily cleanser that isn’t that harsh on your face is skintastic.  With the change of humidity in the fall months, the last thing you want to do is to apply something on your skin that could be potentially irritating! And this gentle cleanser contains nutritious natural oils that purify and protect the skin by removing impurities as well as makeup, leaving the skin ever so soft while restoring its elasticity.
Full Size: $18

Masque Bar by Look Beauty Lemon Essence Sheet Mask
As featured in Allure magazine, Look Beauty Face Sheet Masks are Luxurious enough to be mistaken for a pricier product.  These masks combine ingredients to make your skin feel smoother and moist after one application. Furthermore, the cool air can also leave our skin less hydrated, so using a product like the Look Beauty Sheet Masks, can provide hydration as well, which is the key to smoother, rejuvenated skin.

This mask blended some key ingredients like lemon extract, collagen, and Vitamin E to help purify, refine and soothe the skin!

These masks come in a box of 3 with a variety of options.  I am a big fan of these masks, depending on your issue there is a skin solution for you!

Aromessence Néroli Hydrating Oil Serum
Ohh La La, this 100% natural serum oil from Paris was fantastic! Ingredients are what makes one product’s success stand out from another and having a skincare product that is free from artificial coloring is a plus in my book.  It's important to stay away from synthetic dyes, as this can cause some skin irritation. This serum is concentrated in hazelnut botanical oil and enriched with essential oils of neroli (one of the most expensive essential oils around), sandalwood and petitgrain.  The serum moisturizes the skin for hours for a more radiant complexion.

BONUS: Did you know that it takes 1000 pounds of orange blossom flowers to produce one pound of neroli oil? I sure didn’t.

Give Your Locks Some Love
In the summer months, we have put our hair and scalp through the wringer by exposing them to chlorine, salt water, and the hot summer sun for that sun-kissed highlight.  And because of this, you may be experiencing some dry brittle hair and some breakage!

But fret no more as Glossybox included a great hair product by OGX that can help give your summer damaged strands the strength they need to stand their ground against daily damage and breakage.

Because of the limited sun exposure in the fall, this is an excellent time to treat and stimulate your scalp with OGX Anti-Hair Fallout Niacin3 + Caffeine Root Stimulator Spray.

This potent blend of niacin3 + Caffeine, Alpha Hydroxy Acid & natural DHT blocker, encourages a healthy scalp environment and helps prevent hair fallout caused by breakage.
Full Size: $8

Makeup
It is time to swap out some of those corals and pinks for some deep reds and burgundy. And one of the simplest ways to get a pop of color on your lips and cheeks is with the Emile Makeup Lip & Cheek tint.  While they say, it is versatile and complimentary to any skin tone, you do need to be careful when applying, as it does dry quicker than you think, so blend out soon.
Full Size: $19

So, there you have it beauties, some great ways to rev up your Fall Beauty routine with October's 2016 GlossyBox.

Want to get whisked away with your own GLOSSYBOX, well you can by getting your very own subscription. The cost for a GLOSSYBOX subscription is anywhere from $17.50 a month to $21, depending on which payment plan you choose!

So what are you waiting for, this month's box had 3 full size products and 2 sample products, totaling over $70 in products, so treat yourself today!

September's GLOSSYBOX, The Secret Garden Of Beauty

Known around the world, September was the month of fashion! And GLOSSYBOX has tied in beauty and fashion for its most recent beauty box. Beauty with items in the box and Fashion with Antonio Soares who created the boxes theme, making it the best of both worlds.  This boxes illustration the SECRET GARDEN is ever so beautiful!

One thing I love about GLOSSYBOX is the packaging, it is always gorgeous, allowing you to reuse these boxes! So before I get into the amazing beauty items in last month's box I wanted to talk a bit behind the inspiration for September's theme.

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With fashion in the air, GLOSSYBOX collaborated with talented illustrator Antonio Soares on the design.  Known for his avant-guard, high fashion style, Antonio has worked with brands such as Chanel and Dolce & Gabanna.   Taking his illustrating creativity, he has hand drawn his vision of Beauty & Fashion into this enchanting secret garden filled with items from Sally Hershberger 24K Dry Shampoo to the brow perfector and shimmering eye and lip offerings! So without further ado, I invite you to see what is in this secret garden of beauty.

SALLY HERSHBERGER 24K Supreme Stylist Dry Shampoo
I was so excited to get this as I saw this product for sale on a QVC beauty sale and wanted to purchase it, but was apprehensive!  I guess it was a blessing in disguise as this was the first item I noticed when I opened the box.  This dry shampoo has memory so that you can revamp an old hairstyle back to life! Featuring the Power of Gold and natural plant extracts, Sally Hershberger 24K transforms hair to be sexy, textured, and voluminous while maintaining touchable softness!

Modellauncher Brow Duo Pencil
A great frame can take an ordinary picture to a different level, and I view your eyebrows as such. Your eyebrows form a frame around your eyes, and this Modellauncher brow duo pencil can take your brows from Plain Jane to Glamorous Brow, in just a few easy steps.

The unique formulation of this brow duo allows you to define your brows with the precision of a pencil but also the smoothness of powder! The other end, the brush is used to blend the pencil into the brow, giving you a more natural look, helping you to define your eyes even more!

Capri VINCE CAMUTO
What gorgeous packing, while I am not a fan of floral scents, this perfume is a bit more subtle with a floral fruity fragrance combined with a citrus blend and mixture of Peach Blossom and Violet Flower. Described as a cool breeze off the Mediterranean Sea, Capri Vince Camuto will transport your senses.

Sensyses Cleanser & C-Vit Moisturizing Serum
A makeup remover that aside from removing your makeup, also cleanses and balances the skin supplying essential fatty acids helping to nourish!

KORRES MODERN GREEK APOTHECARY Raspberry Twist Lipstick
This lipstick provides a glossy finish and a beautiful raspberry hue without all of the harmful additives; this lip product has all of the great benefits without all of the unhealthy ingredients. Just like with food, your skin absorbs much of what you place on it, so instead of harmful ingredients, it is nice to find products that use natural ingredients that benefit the skin.

So there you go beauties.  I hope you enjoyed your journey through the GLOSSYBOX secret garden! Want to get whisked away with your own GLOSSYBOX, well you can by getting your very own subscription. The cost for a GLOSSYBOX subscription is anywhere from $17.50 a month to $21, depending on which payment plan you choose! So what are you waiting for, indulge today!

6 Ways To Be Beauty Ready For Your Next Pool Party, With GLOSSYBOX

You’ve been invited to the must attend pool party of the year, but are you ready? Yeah, you’ve chosen the perfect bathing suit, the cutest shoes and the to die for accessories, but what about the pool ready hair, skin and makeup?  Well no worries, as this month's GLOSSYBOX is here to help you look super glam!

So let’s DIVE right into July’s Box!

The Crème De La Crème

What better way to start off then with an all in one beauty elixir? Nuxe’s Dry Oil, Prodigieuse is a multi-usage beauty product.  This dry oil is made up of 6 plant oils (Macadamia, Hazelnut, Borage, Sweet Almond, Camellia and St. John's Wort) that nourishes, repairs and softens the skin and hair. 

Your Hair 

Whether you plan on diving into the pool or not, you want your hair to be prepared! This dry oil is an excellent way to prime your hair for the sun as it helps to hydrate and repair those dry ends.

Looking to create the perfect pool party hair: 

What better way to show up to the party then with some effortless beach waves? This dry oil is fantastic at creating that look, simply spritz on your hair for a glamorous beach wave style. 

Perfect Dewy Skin
No one wants to show up with melting makeup. Instead, you want your makeup to be light and comfortable. So I say skip the foundation, instead, place a few drop of the Nuxe dry oil into your favorite  CC or BB cream or even a tinted sunscreen for that added glow and burst of moisture! Plus, the scent is amazing, so it works perfectly for that hint of fragrance that is not overpowering.

Smudge Free Nails

Whether you plan on being barefoot, or styling in your favorite flip flops you want your toes to be pedi pretty! And the Leighton Denny Expert Nails is here to help your pedicure or manicure stay intact!  This miracle mist speeds up the drying process and keeps your polish smudge free for days!

Liptastic Lips

A lip pigment is a way to go with a pool party and the hot summer sun. That is why I was so excited to see that the Too Face Melted Liquid Lipstick was in July’s GLOSSYBOX! This lipstick has hours of intense staying power.  It is an all in one lipstick if you ask me, as it has the intensity of a stain, plus a high super luxurious shine to moisturize those lips!

Nourish And Moisture Your Face

Being outside all day you want the skin on your face to look beautiful, don’t you? This is why I recommend doing a skincare treatment the night before; that is going to help nourish and deeply moisturize your face!  The GLOSSYBOX product to help you do this is the Borghese Fango ESSENZIALI Sheet Mask.

This mask combines three wonderful ingredients to restore moisture to your skin…

1. Avocado nourishes and conditions skin for the perfect youthful glow
2. Kelp extracts aids in skin regeneration & rejuvenation
3. Acai berry, a powerful antioxidant, has invigorating properties that are ideal for tired skin

You can find this product at Macy's, and if you spend $24 or more on any Fango ESSENZIALI products you can get a free purify mud mask!

Use code: MACYMUD at checkout for your online purchase!

Some More Added Glow

I must say we have a lot of beauty items in this month's GLOSSYBOX, that is going to give us that summer glow and your eyes have not been excluded!  Eyeko has included their Fat Eye shadow stick in this month's beauty box.  As I mentioned before you want your makeup to be light, and this eye shadow stick is very user-friendly.  You’ll be able to transform your eye makeup in one quick swipe, adding a nice summer poolside reflection look with this iridescence, metallic shadow! (this color is so gorgeous)

Makeup Remover
And last but not least is the GLOV quick makeup remover.  Once the party is over and you’re at home, time to remove that makeup and sunscreen as you don’t want to go to bed with this stuff on your face! The Glov Quick Treat is a cute little makeup remover that fits perfectly on your finger to remove your makeup ever so quickly! 

Before I received this product I wasn’t aware of it and it is actually quite cool! See the overview below on this makeup remover, directly from their website.

Overview

Glov Quick Treat is made with micro technology glove fibers that are 30 times thinner than a cotton pad and 100 thinner than a human hair. Their electrostatic abilities absorb all makeup like a magnet till you wash the Glove. Plus these Glove fibers eat antibacterial in their nature, so they are always safe for you during the 3 months usage. (What?? I never knew this)

Advantages:

• Removes entire makeup using only water
• Reusable; up to 3 months
• Hypo allergic, for the most sensitive skin
• Enhances micro-circulation and exfoliate the skin

How to Use:

1. Moisten with water

2. Remove make up

3. Hand wash it with soap

4. Let it dry for re-use

THIS PRODUCT ALSO WORKS GREAT IF YOU GET TOSSED IN THE POOL FOR A QUICK REMOVABLE OF ALL OF YOUR MAKEUP!  SO MAKE SURE TO KEEP IT IN YOUR POOL BAG FOR A BACKUP SAVER!

GLOSSYBOX Value And Cost

One reason I Love GLOSSYBOX is that you get a lot of full size beauty items without the full size price. The cost for a GLOSSYBOX subscription is anywhere from $17.50 a month to $21, depending on which payment plan you choose.

July's GLOSSYBOX Is Valued At Over $100

• Nuxe’s Dry Oil, Prodigieuse: Full Size $45
• Leighton Denny Expert Nails: Full Size $16
• Too Face Melted Liquid Lipstick: Full Size $21
• Eyeko Fat Eyeshadow Stick: Full Size $12
• Add the two samples and that is over a $100 VALUE!

So there you have it beauties, 6 Ways to Be Beauty Ready for Your Next Pool Party, With July's Pool Party GLOSSYBOX