February Birch Box 2012

Hello everyone! I finally received my first Birchbox and I am kind of disappointed. There weren’t really any products that I would use and enjoy. There was an item that I loathe and I don’t really understand why it was even in there. I don’t think any item was really worth $10. It is definitely a bummer since I was so excited about getting my first box. I have inserted pictures of the box as I “unboxed” it. I technically opened it before so the presentation isn’t as nice as it was when I first opened it.

First of all, I was really impressed by the actually shipping package and the box itself. The box is incredibly cute and I can definitely use it for some kind of organization or storage idea. When you first open it, you will see the “spotlight” card that talks about the box and the contents inside. The first product is Benta Berry- G1 Moisturizing Face Cream. It is from a French skincare line. The cream should regulate oil levels and keeps skin matte. I will give this product a try but the sample is so small, I am not sure how much use one can get out of it. I am not crazy about the smell but the texture is not terrible after it dries.

The second product is Juice Beauty- Blemish Clearing Serum. I do have problem skin but it contains salicylic acid and it just doesn’t work for me. I need something stronger so I may or may not use this product. It is an organic product. The scent is not great and I am not sure if I want to smell it on my face all day.

The next product was a sample of Viva La Juicy. I already own the full size of this perfume and a sample. I guess I can throw one of my samples in a travel bag. I do like the scent but I don’t go through it fast enough to need another sample. At least it has the potential of being used and I enjoy the scent although you have to apply very little because it is very fragrant.

My favorite thing in the box was the chocolate they included. It is Chuao Chocolatier- Spicy Maya ChocoPod. It is dark chocolate laced with chile and cayenne pepper. It didn’t last long. I love the spicy sweetness to it. I have had spiced chocolate before and it has always been good. I will say this chocolate definitely has a kick to it. The chile and cayenne pepper are very noticeable. If there was any more in the chocolate, it would be too much. I thoroughly enjoyed the chocolate but then again, I love chocolate!  The chocolate is what they call a “lifestyle extra”. I am glad it was in the box because then I would be without something I really liked.

They also included a digital download. According to the card, I will get six free songs from Green River Ordinance. They are an indie rock band. I think I know a song by them but I can’t really recall it. I guess I will find out soon.

The last product is the absolute worst product in history of products. It is Eye Rock- Designer Liner. I bet you are thinking what is so bad about an eye liner? Well, it is not eyeliner. It is a pack of four single-use stick on liner strips. So basically, it is a sticker that you put on your eyes. Who wants to put a sticker on their lash line? I can’t even image what I am going to do with them. It is such a waste. They can’t be comfortable. I guess I will try it out over the weekend but I make no promises. I don’t think they can be worn for an entire day. The package states they last 16 hours but I have my doubts.

So that is February’s Birchbox. If you don’t count the music download, it came with 5 products. Two of the products were pretty good but that included the chocolate. It is pretty sad when the best product in a beauty box is chocolate. I also included the perfume since I do already own it and know I like it. The face cream and the blemish serum are ok but nothing to get too excited about. Of course, I don’t think I need to even mention the last product since it was so shameful. I expected more since it was my first box. I know others on YouTube received better products but overall, most are disappointed with this month’s box. I will see what next month brings before I decide to cancel or not. If next month is as bad as this box, I will have to call it quits. Thanks for reading everyone and I will be back soon!

Have a great day!