As always, the box can be flipped inside out to reveal a uniquely designed box.

Boxy Charm is a monthly beauty subscription service. It features 4-5 full sized products. The cost of subscription is $21 and that already includes shipping. The value of the entire box is more than triple the amount of the subscription.  Brands included are more on the higher scale making this box one of the most inexpensive way to try fancy cosmetics and skincare items.

The theme this month is Rock 2018. Curated items include beautiful metallic and edgy must haves.

Here the items this month:

Here are the goodies in the box:

Dr. Brandt 

Ni More Luminizer Primer

Retail: $38

This primer blurs pores and imperfections resulting in a beautiful flawless complexion.

IT Cosmetics

Brow Power Universal Eyebrow Pencil

Retail: $24

This is by far my favorite eyebrow pencil. It matches the color of my brows well without making it look like a huge black caterpillar. This pencil is specially formulated with biotin, lecithin, saw palmetto, nettle, green tea, antioxidants, grapeseed, vitanmins A, B5, C and E. 

  

Girlactik

Matte Lip Paint 

Retail: $23

Lightweight, long lasting lip paint! 

PUR The Complexion Authority

Bronze and Brighten Cheek Palette

Retail: $34

This palette features PUR fan favorite - Afterglow, Mineral Glow and Blushing Glow.

Crown Pro

Glam Metals Palette

Retail: $25

These shadows are amazing! The colors are rich, well pigmented and blendable. 

All in all, the total amount of this month's box is a whopping  $144! 

Boxy Charm is the really the go-to box for sampling and trying high end brands while getting the best bang for your buck!  

This month's holiday theme is Game Face






Here are the items this month:





The make up pouch this month is really cute and well though of - very well fitting of the active life theme. The pouch  is made of a beautiful blue mesh cloth that is both easy to wash and dry.

Here's a closer look of the goodies:


Gold Lust Dry Shampoo

CIATÉ LONDON

Fierce Flicks Liquid Eyeliner

PURLISSE BEAUTY

Blue Lotus Seed Mud Mask + Exfoliant

THEBALM COSMETICS

Mary-Lou Manizer

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B.liv Deep Impact

This is a beautiful creamy emulsion that has a very thick consistency and lathers smoothly on the skin. It has natural Jojoba beads which naturally exfoliates the skin. This form of exfoliant is very safe because it does not leave any micro-laceration on the skin. It also melts on the skin thus moisturizing it more.

Other ingredients include:

Kaolin - absorbs excess oil and dead skin cells.

Witch hazel - serves as an anti-oxidant and astringent

Aloe Vera - has anti-inflammation properties and also soothes inflamed skin

Tea Tree Oil -   antiseptic, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidant properties

Noted Ingredients: 

aqua (water), disodium laureth sulfosuccinate, sodium lauryl sulfate, glycerin, cocamidopropyl betaine, kaolin, peg-7 glyceryl cocoate, jojoba esters, hamamelis virginiana (witch hazel) bark/leaf/twig extract, aloe barbadensis leaf extract, titanium dioxide, hydroxyethyl cellulose, xanthan gum, citric acid, methylparaben, melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) leaf oil

Impression:

This cleanser really does deep clean the skin without stripping it off any essential moisture. The jojoba beads also provide a good exfoliation of the skin. After rinsing, I noticed that my skin look supple, brighter and very soft to the touch. It does not leave the skin feeling tight and dry. I also find that this cleanser preps the skin well for the application of moisturizer. Basically, this cleanser works as a three-in-one product for me: deep cleanser, exfoliator and wet skin moisturizer.

I used this cleanser for a few weeks to make sure that there will be no adverse effects on my skin. I am glad to say that I did not develop any rashes, pimples or any allergies while using b.liv Deep Impact cleanser. On the other hand, it did improve the overall texture and condition of my skin.

For more information on b.liv Deep Impact - Check their website HERE

MishiBox is a Korean beauty monthly subscription box.

Here is this month's box:


Hmmm. As the first box of the year, I find the selection of products short and disappointing.  In as much as all five goodies are full size, I cannot help but notice that the 3 one-time use mask are bit stingy in terms of value. 

Here's a closer look of the products included in this month's box:


Purebess
Multi-4 Syn-Ake Cream
Full Size
Retail: $15

This cream is a synthetic peptide developed to mimic snake venom, specifically the Temple Viper.  Venon, in low doses, can improve the appearance of wrinkles. Syn-Ake reduces muscle contractions of the face, thus minimizing the appearance of wrinkles. This reminds me of botox!


Machihyun 20%
Calming Ampoule
Full Size
Retail: $22

This product contains Portulaca Oleracea extract and Glycerin to calm irritated skin.
This ampoule is best to use during the winter months as it calms chapped skin due to dry cold weather.


Re, DNA
Dual effect Eyezone Pack
Full Size
Retail: $2

This eye pack uses EGF (epidermal Growth Factor) to help increase elasticity  and moisture to the sensitive skin around the eyes.


A'Pieu
NonCo Tea Tree Spot Patch
Full Size
Retail: $1.50

This patch helps in calming irritated skin - think about pimples and breakouts. I personally love using Tea Tree oil when I have zits popping out of the skin. It works well and fast!


Skin's Boni
Yogurt Bonimini Wash Off Mud Pack in Green Tea
Full Size
Retail: $4

This wash off mask balances the skin's pH to 5.5. It contains Bentonite and Kaoline which removes sebum and deep seated dirt in the skin.

All in all, aside from the unique selection of products, the full value of this box is a let-down. Three items are less than $5!

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SOC 3D Mask in Lipidure

This is the second time that I have tried SOC 3D mask and I am loving it. The fit is perfect and the serum is simply amazing! The mask is well drenched in this lovely barely scented serum which leaves the skin super soft and hydrated without leaving any sticky after feel.

The variant that I tried this time is Lipidure. I have never heard of Lipidure – ever. I made a little research and found out that it controls the production of melanin and it prevents blemishes and freckles caused by sunburn. It is also an excellent moisturizer. 

SOC 3D Rice Wine Mask

This is a beautiful 3D mask because it fits my face perfectly. It doesn’t have any awkwardness to it compared to other 3D mask – it also goes well around the cheeks, forehead and chin making the fit well close to being accurate. The sheet mask is thick and holds a good amount of serum.

The serum has a slightly dense consistency and a little bit scented. I kept the mask on for 25 minutes. It left my skin, bright and looking very well nourished. I used the mask at night right before going to bed. The following morning, my skin still looks pretty amazing.