Topbox is a Canadian beauty subscription service that delivers 4-5 deluxe sized samples monthly right to your door for $12 a month (shipping included). Topbox is the only subscription box service that I’m signed up with at the moment (I cancelled my other subscription box services a few months ago) and I’ve been very happy with the products that I’ve been receiving, as well as their customer service. I’ve decided to write monthly Topbox unboxing posts from here on in, so here’s post number one!
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The contents of my December 2014 Topbox:
1. Marsk Natural Mineral Eyeshadow – Rich List
“You can use the product wet or dry to take your look from subtle to dramatic in a blink of an eye. Simply coat the brush with powder (wet or dry) and sweep over the lid. 1.2g – $22.50”
My first impression: A loose pigment eyeshadow? This is going to get very messy. Because I’m a klutz when it comes to using loose pigment makeup products, I wasn’t thrilled at first about getting this product. It wasn’t until I tested it out for a New Year’s Eve look that I realized how gorgeous it looked and easy it was to use. The pigment is glittery and I love how the pot has a sieve so the pigment doesn’t get everywhere. I tested it out wet and dry and this gorgeous shade works as either an all over lid color or as an accent. It’s a true holiday gold color (instead of a bronze gold or orange gold) and I can confirm that it works with all neutral eyeshadow colors.
2. Kinetics nail polish – Ice Smoothie
“Developed from a double patented formula, Kinetics nail polish has plasticizers that facilitate smooth, easy application supported by saturated pigments for vivid, crisp, colours. 15mL – $12”
My first impression: I absolutely LOVE the deep, blue based purple color and the narrow brush makes the application mess-free. With the Seche Vite top coat it lasted on my nails for 5 days without chipping, but I change up my polish every 7 days so that this short time frame wasn’t a deal breaker for me. Unfortunately, there is no metal ball in the bottle to help mix the polish when it separates, so keep that in mind if you’re planning to stash it away in your nail polish collection for later use.
3. Eslor – Proprietary HPT System
“Eslor differentiates itself by its proprietary HPT System (Hydrate, Protect and Treat) that transforms the skin and effectively increases your overall skin health. No prices available.”
My first impression: Foil sample packets? Forget it. I’ve actually received this sample pack in a previous Topbox, so this is more of a review than a first impression. Not only did the products do nothing for my skin, but it was hard to use because of the sample packaging. This entire kit was a no go for me.
4. Faith Aromatherapy and Apothecary – Gingerbread shower gel
“Apply 3 pumps of Gingerbread shower gel to sponge or loofah gloves and lather over body. Due to the circulation increasing affect of Clove and Cinnamon Bark oils, your skin may turn red for a few minutes after use. 250mL – $15.99”
My first impression: Wow, a full sized bottle in my box! The product description didn’t make me want to try this product at all, but once I did I was happy that I took the plunge because it realistically smells like gingerbread, it’s certified organic, and I felt squeaky clean and didn’t have any skin irritations!
Let me know on Twitter (@pandamoniumpink) if you enjoy these unboxing posts and if you’d like to sign up for the Topbox subscription service, check out their website here: http://www.topbox.ca.
Cheers,
Kels
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