Product Review: Macadamia Healing Oil Treatment

Happy Wednesday!  Today I'm going to be reviewing one of the products I chose for my July Beauty Army Box.  When I saw other people were choosing this product I hoped it would come up in my selection options so that I could try it out, and it did!

What They Say:  Our Healing Oil Treatment is a therapeutic hair oil perfect for all hair types and is especially beneficial to dry, damaged hair.

• Intense nourishment for tangle & frizz free hair
• Hair that is ultra-smooth, manageable & shiny
• Natural UV protection extends the life of color treatments
• Reduced drying time by an amazing 40-50%

My Impression:  The bottle is adorable!  I love the colors and the design on this little bottle, so cute!  This stuff also smells amazing!  The bottle you see above is actually a full size product that retails for $13.50- that's more than I paid for my entire Beauty Army Box!  The bottle is only 1 oz and while that seems small just like most oil treatments a little of this stuff goes a long way!

I put a small drop of the oil in the palm of my hand after I get out of the shower and rub my hands together and then apply the product to towel dried hair.  It definitely does seem to cut down on drying time and it makes my hair feel so smooth!  It also helps to tame those annoying little fly-aways that I get sometimes after blow drying my hair.

You can pick up this product at Macadamia's website here.  You can get them in four different sizes ranging from a petite .34 oz bottle to a massive salon size 10 oz bottle.  The prices are reasonable as well.  I took a look at their website and they have some other neat products such as a complete hair care line to a style line and even accessories.  I am definitely interested in trying some of their other products.      

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Macadamia.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

July Beauty Army Box!

It's Thursday!  One day closer to the weekend!  Here in Baltimore it is supposed to be a scorcher so I hope you're keeping cool wherever you are.  I know I just posted my June Beauty Army Box but I wanted to catch up and share my July box that I got this weekend.  Why are there seven items in my box?  Because the amazing folks at Beauty Army sent me an extra item to make up for the mishap in June's box which you can read about here.  In addition, after reading my previous post about how my Control Corrective was empty Beauty Army contacted me (yes, they actually read my posts- amazing) and offered me a seventh sample selection for my August box.  Seriously, I wasn't going to contact them because I didn't want to look like a big complainer but they insisted on correcting the problem.  A+ for customer service Beauty Army!  I'm hoping that the Control Corrective Pumice Wash is available for my seventh sample next month because I really did want to try it.  If not I'm sure I will find something else to try.  Anyway, on to what was inside my box this month:

• Macadamia Natural Oil's Healing Oil Treatment: I chose this because I fell in love with the Orofluido Beauty Elixr that I received in my April Look Bag and I wanted to see if this compared. Plus, the little bottle is adorable! Sample value- $9.51.
• Fiafini Divine Hydration Moisturizer: I have liked the Fiafini products I have tried in the past so I thought I would give this one a try. These products are always super gentle on my skin. Sample Value- $3.85.
• Control Corrective Firming Tri-peptide Serum: So far Control Corrective has not disappointed so I figured I had to try them all. Sample Value- $6.80.
• Freeman Beauty Vita-k Professional Spider Veins: I'm actually not a sufferer of spider veins however these were full size products so I couldn't pass them up. I'm not sure what I will do with it yet, probably give it away. Sample Value- $14.99.
• Freeman Beauty Vita-k Professional Age Spots: Same deal, full size product, couldn't pass it up, will most likely give it away. Sample Value- $14.99.
• Sex Panther Cologne: I chose this stuff mainly for the name and description, hilarious! I will give it to the hubby to try out. Sample Value- Unknown.
• Yuko Bella Shampoo: I love shampoo samples! This is actually for chemically treated hair, which mine is not, but I'm still excited to give it a try. Sample Value- Unknown.

So, without even knowing the sample value for the Sex Panther or the shampoo, my total box value was $50.14.  I'd say that's pretty good!

Thanks for reading and stay tuned to find out what I thought of these products.  Also, I have teamed up with another blogger to bring you a reader appreciation joint giveaway which I will be announcing very soon!

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money. I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or any of the brands listed above. I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.

June Beauty Army Box & Subscription Woes

You may be wondering why on earth I am just now posting about my June Beauty Army Box?  Well, that's because I had a couple of issues with my June box and I wanted to see them resolved before I posted my review. 

Here's what was included in June's Box:


Atopalm Intensive Moisture Cream: This is the first problem that I had with June's box. If this product sounds familiar that is because it is familiar! I got the same product in my May Beauty Army Box and I have already reviewed it here. I also received the exact same sample in my June Look Bag. I didn't pick this item and yet somehow it ended up in my box. Now I have three samples of this stuff. Don't get me wrong, I like it enough but I don't need three samples. So, I contacted Beauty Army twice via email and didn't get a response. Then I posted on their Facebook page and sent a third email and finally got a response. They said they didn't get my first two emails. I was told the reason I got this product was because I picked something else that ended up being out of stock so it was replaced with something similar. While I understand that and don't really mind I feel like they probably should have let me know they were replacing one of my samples so I wasn't confused when I got my box. I also wish they would have tried to replace it with something I didn't already get just the previous month. They said they would give me an extra sample in my July box and I was happy with that resolution. 

 
Control Corrective Medicated Pumice Wash: This was the second problem I had with this box. I waited to try this until we went away for the weekend (last weekend) because I figured it was travel size so why not try it then. You can imagine my surprise when I went to use it last weekend and realized that the blister pack (I think that is what you call it) was COMPLETELY empty! I cut it open to see if maybe the product had dried up or something and there was absolutely NO evidence that there was ever even any product in there. I'm not sure what happened, maybe a production defect and somehow this one got sealed without getting filled? Either way, luckily I brought another facial cleanser with me as a back-up. I decided not to contact Beauty Army about this one because I didn't want to go through the hassle of emailing them again and wondering if they got my email and also because I had already contacted them about the other issue and I didn't want them to think I was trying to get a bunch of free samples.

Youngblood Mineral Primer: I choose this one because I use mineral makeup and I am always looking for a good primer. I'm happy to report that this one did not disappoint. This stuff makes my face feel like silk after applying and it provides a nice smooth base for my foundation. I was initially a little confused about the pump on this one because it doesn't have a plastic tube and nothing came out when I first tried to pump it, but after few tries I got the product to come out. You can buy the full size (1 oz) product here for $41.00. My initial reaction was that the price is a little steep but I do think this product is worth it.

Fiafini Delicate Cleansing Emulsion: I have heard a lot of good things about the Fiafini brand so I thought I would give this facial cleanser a try. It was nice and light and not too harsh. This is the second product from Fiafini I have tested and I enjoy their products. You can get the full size product (4.0 fl oz) here for $28.00.

Lucy B-Wild Jasmine: I know most people don't like perfume samples but I actually enjoy a good perfume sample. The problem with perfume samples is that everyone has such individual taste and some people may love what other people hate. That's why I only pick perfume samples if I know I might like the scent. I loved this scent! I thought it was very "summerlike", yes I like to make up my own words. You can get the full size product (3.38 fl oz) here for $48.00 which is actually a pretty good price for a good perfume.

Eyecandy Coolers: These were actually my favorite product in the box! Eyecandy says they are "reusable, chill-able, candy-colored soft gel rounds which work quickly to reduce puffiness, minimize dark circles and fine lines, relieve allergy symptoms, and instantly soothe pesky tension or stress headaches. Simply chill in the fridge or a glass of ice, and you are ready to ‘be eyecandy for the world’ in just minutes! eyecandy coolers may be safely used over and over again." These are great for those of us who suffer from migraines or stress headaches. You can get these for $12.00 a pair here. 

Subscription Woes:

I know the title of my post included "subscription woes" and that is because in the months of June/July I had more trouble with my subscription services as a whole. First there was the Beauty Army issues discussed above. Now, to give Beauty Army credit they did resolve the issue that I contacted them about and I have never had issues with them before. I am satisfied that this was an isolated incident.

I also received my July Birchbox and was disappointed to see that the box I received wasn't the box that the website said I was going to get. In the "wrong" box that I got it also included tinted moisturizer that was bronze color that I won't be able to use and an opened Larabar that I had to throw out. I contacted Birchbox via email and didn't get a response so I called them. The girl on the phone said that they sent me the right box but put the wrong one on the site. She offered to send me August's box for free. She told me she would get back to me about the Larabar. I didn't get a response back about that. I then find out that Birchbox was sending some people the "right" box in addition to letting them keep the "wrong" box (this was apparently an issue that happened to others as well and not just me). So I emailed Birchbox back again and said that it seems they are sending some people the other box in addition to offering August for free. Someone wrote me back and told me that wasn't the way they were handling it. I wrote back and told her that I wasn't going to push the issue but that I believe in treating every customer equally and in the future they should make sure to offer the same resolution to everyone. I also sent her links to where others were syaong that they got the "right" box sent to them. They are apparently sending me a new Larabar. We will see how next month goes and that will be the deciding factor for me.

Lastly, I got an email from The Look Bag on July 17th saying that they were cancelling the service (the bag was supposed to ship out on the 15th) and that if you weren't charged for the July you won't be getting it. This was TWO days after they posted on their Facebook page sneak peeks about what was in the bag and that the bags were shipping out that week. So obviously this was a very last minute decision. I found it odd that they would just quit in the middle of the month and not send people their bags. I wasn't charged for one so I figured I wasn't going to get one. So, I signed up for two new subscription boxes to see which one I like best. I will keep them a surprise for now but I think you are going to like them. Then, to my utter amazement I get my July Look Bag in the mail on Saturday! I haven't seen a charge go through yet so we will see.

Anyway, there is the short story of my subscription box woes. Hopefully things will be looking up from here and I won't have any more issues but I will keep you posted.

Thanks for reading! I will post shortly about what I actually received in my defunct July Birchbox and July Look Bag so stay tuned!

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money. I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or any of the brands listed above. I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.

Product Review: Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream

Today I'm bringing you yet another product I received in my May Beauty Army Box: Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream.

What They Say:  Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream is a unique, paraben-free facial and body cream for sensitive skin and dry skin, created with Atopalm’s patented MLE technology. It contains plant-derived ingredients which mimic the structure of the natural skin lipids, thereby aiding their replenishment in the stratum corneum. This dry or sensitive skin cream helps to restore the skins’ protective moisture barrier, leading to softer skin. Our sensitive and dry skin cream for face and body also helps prevent the over-evaporation of the skins’ own moisture and protects the entire face from environmental stresses.Finally, this lush facial cream for sensitive skin and dry skin aids in restoring the natural lipids lost from the skin barrier which are depleted by harsh skin treatments, making it perfect for use after microdermabrasion. Intensive Moisturizing Cream leaves the skin feeling soft and supple. Sensitive skin creams are perfect for dry skin, damaged skin, and sensitive skin. While this moisturizing sensitive skin cream is great for the face, it’s also ideal for the rest of your body including your elbows and knees. If you’re looking for a body or facial cream for sensitive skin or dry skin, try Atopalm’s Intensive Moisturizing Cream today – the best moisturizer for dry skin.

My Impression:  If you're looking for a light non-irritating but super moisturizing cream then this one is for you.  It doesn't have a smell to it, not that I could detect anyway.  I don't really have any rough patches anywhere so I really couldn't test whether or not it helped with rough patches.  I think this would be a good moisturizer for dry skin during the winter.  I also think this would be a perfect moisturizer for men as well because it doesn't have a strong scent.  Overall I would recommend this product for someone with dry or sensitive skin, especially for use during those winter months when our skin tends to dry out the most.  You can purchase this product at Atopalm's website for $30.00 for a 3.4 oz tub.  

Thanks for reading and stay tuned because tomorrow we will be having a giveaway!  Also, don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Facebook!

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Atopalm.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Cover FX ClearPrep FX

Happy Thursday!  Today I'm bringing you a review on another product I got in my May Beauty Army Box: Cover FX ClearPrep FX.  I picked this product because I am currently using bareMinerals Prime Time Foundation Primer but I'm always up for trying another primer, especially if it claims to be an acne treatment gel.  Seriously, in my teens I never had a problem with acne but now that I'm in my thirties I break out a lot more!    

What They Say:

WHAT DOES IT DO?

• It is an “anti-shine” primer
• Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and pores, facilitates blending and extends wear
• Helps prevent and heal acne blemishes

SKIN TYPES- Teens, Men and Women with:

• All skin types prone to acne breakouts
• Oily, Oily-acneic
• Sensitive skin (paraben free, oil free, fragrance free)

SUGGESTED USAGE

• Prepare the skin using Clean FX.
• Using clean fingers or foundation brush, apply a small amount of ClearPrep FX onto the face. 
• Use alone as a treatment or under desired foundation texture.

Source.

My Impression:  I have been using this product for a couple of weeks now.  Yes, the sample has lasted that long!  You only need a pea sized amount each time you use it so a little goes a long way.  The texture and color of the primer is exactly the same as my regular primer so no differences there.  I haven't really noticed a difference as far as my acne (which only happens certain times of the month anyway) so I can't really say for sure whether this product treats acne or not.  As far as how the product wears, I have noticed that my foundation stays set for longer with this primer versus my other primer.  The full size of this product is $39.00 for 1oz versus $23.00 for 1 oz of the Prime Time.  So, I guess it really comes down to are you willing to pay the extra $16.00 for a little more wear time.  I'm on the fence with this one, what do you think?

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The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Cover FX.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Weleda Refining Toner

Wow, I can't believe this is my first post reviewing anything from my May Beauty Army box!  I am way behind!

Today I am reviewing one of the products I got in my May Beauty Army box: Weleda Refining Toner.

What They Say: This refreshing natural facial toner purifies your skin and refines the pores after cleansing.Balanced skin begins with Biodynamic® iris root extract in our Weleda Refining Toner, which regulates moisture balance at the visible surface of your skin. Mildly astringent organic wild rose leaf extract in this natural facial toner clarifies your skin while organic lemon juice, high in vitamin C and mildly astringent, refines the pores. The subtle, fresh fragrance of natural essential oils in this natural facial toner revives your senses.Your skin looks clear and refreshed after using our Weleda Refining Toner, and is prepared for the next step of your natural beauty regimen—with our Iris Hydrating Facial Care, Wild Rose Smoothing Facial Care or Pomegranate Firming Facial Care. Source

My Impression:  I am a big fan of this toner.  I'm almost out of the sample (THANK YOU Beauty Army for giving such generous samples) and I am thinking I may need to purchase this one.  What do I love most about this product?  The fact that the smell is very gentle.  I don't like how most toners have a very intense smell.  I feel like it lingers on my face for most of the day.  This one smells very gentle and once you put it on the smell disappears.  It also makes my face feel nice and clean.  Another thing I love about this product is the price.  You can get a full size product for $17.00.  The other items in their line are reasonable priced as well.

Have you ever tried this product?  If so, what did you think?  If not, what is your favorite toner?

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The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Weleda.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

May Beauty Army Box!

Happy Tuesday!  Hope you all had an amazing holiday weekend!  I know we did.  We spent the weekend at our farmhouse in Western Maryland.  No Internet, no television, no phones, just quality family time.  We had a blast!  Well, now that we're getting back into the the swing of things I'm sharing my May Beauty Army box with you!

Here is what was included in this month's box:

• Welda Refining Toner- I picked this because I am always looking for a better toner.  Does anyone else have the problem of their toner leaving a smell on their face when mixed with foundation?  Maybe it's just me but I feel like I can always smell my toner even hours after applying it.  So I chose this one hoping that it didn't leave a smell behind.  
• Atopalm Intensive Moisturizing Cream- I chose this product because I am always looking to try new moisturizers, plus, I read in some people's reviews that it reduces redness.
• Institut Karite Rejuvenating Hand Cream- I picking this one because my hands are so dry!  I frequently wash my hands throughout the day and they are always very dry.  
• Cover FX ClearPrep FX- Right now I'm using bareMinerals Prime Time Foundation Primer  which I like but I'm always willing to try new primers.  Plus, this one isn't just a foundation primer but also a anti-acne treatment gel!  
• Korres Body Butter Guava- This just sounded yummy!
• Mama Mio Tummy Rub Butter- Yes, I realize this one is for pregnancy, and no, I'm not pregnant.  I didn't like any of my other options so I ordered this fir a friend.  I liked the other Mama Mio product I tried so I figured this one might be good too.  

Overall I'm pretty pleased with my May picks.  Stay tuned for individual reviews of the products.  Do you get the Beauty Army box?  If so what did you choose this month?  If not, what are you waiting for?  

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or any of the brands listed above.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.

Product Review: Neo-Cell Micro-Resurfacing Skin Treatment

Today I'm review yet another awesome product I received in my April BeautyArmy box- Neo-Cell Micro-Resurfacing Skin Treatment.  I think I said before that I love facial scrubs so it should be no surprise that I picked this product for my April Beauty Army box. 

Product Details: Neo-Cell Micro-Resurfacing Skin Treatment uses natural enzymes and volcanic micro-minerals to gently resurface skin without irritation, revealing smoother, more radiant, and healthier-looking skin. Natural enzymes and volcanic-minerals work together to exfoliate surface skin cells without irritation. Source.

I actually got to try three difference facial scrubs this month.  You can find the other two reviews here and here.  This scrub was the finest and most gentlest of the three I tried.  I loved how it felt on my face.  It also left my skin feeling smooth and clean after using it.  I loved all three facial scrubs so much that I'm torn about which one I like the best.  I know one of these has to be added to my daily routine but how do I decide?  What facial scrub do you use?

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or CellCeuticals.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Babor Anti-Stress Anti-Jetlag Cream

Today I will be reviewing a product I received from my April Beauty Army box- Babor Anti-Stress Anti-Jetlag Cream.  I picked this product because I have noticed some small lines on my face and some darkness under my eyes.  The little jar it came in was adorable.  Like most of my other Beauty Army samples I was very pleased with the size of the sample- 1/2 oz.

Product Details:  This soft-textured cream provides 24-hour protection against the impact of stress and fatigue on the skin. Formulated to calm the skin, it quickly restores the skin's balance, strengthens its barrier function, helps maintain its natural defense mechanisms, keeps the body's biorhythms in sync and soothes irritations and redness. Ideal for frequent flyers! Source.

I used this product quite few times immediately before bed on a clean face.  It made my face feel amazingly smooth when I woke up in the morning.  As for the claims that it soothes irritation and redness, I didn't have a lot of irritation and redness at the time so I couldn't really test this claim out.  This was a take it or leave it product for me, I didn't love it and I didn't hate it.  I actually ended up giving it to my mother-in-law who loved it!  I have quite a stash of moisturizers and the like and I just didn't see myself finishing this product but I knew that she would.  Overall, I feel that this particular product isn't right for me but it may be right for some people, like I said, my mother-in-law loved it.  Add that to a pretty hefty price tag at $72.00 for a full size product (1.7 oz) and I don't think I will be adding this one to my daily routine.

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Babor.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.  

Product Review: BeFine Night Cream

Today I'm reviewing another product from my April BeautyArmy box- BeFine Night Cream.  I'm glad I picked this product for my April Beauty Army box because I got some other Befine products in my April Birchbox and I loved them!  The sample size I got was 0.5 fl oz.

Product Details: A rich, nourishing treatment that helps your skin recover,repair and recharge as you sleep. Bio-available nutrients moisturize and soften skin while natural estrogen work to reduce wrinkles and prevent premature aging. Sheer Heaven For Beautiful Skin! Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Improves circulation for better color and clarity. Helps skin retain critical moisture to feel nourished and hydrated. Protects skin from damage. Source.

After using this product it just confirmed my new found love for anything Befine.  I love the Befine brand because while the products are very good quality they aren't super expensive.  For a working mom like me that is a definite plus!  I applied this product on a clean face right before bedtime.  When I woke up in the morning my skin felt soft and smooth.  In addition, it did appear to lessen the appearance of the very fine lines that I have under my eyes.  Overall, once again I was very pleased with another Befine product.  When I run out of my sample I may be adding this to my nightly routine, unless I get something I like better in between now and then.  By the way, have you checked out Befine's website?   If not, you have to go over there and see all of the yummy products they carry! 

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Befine.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Mama Mio Boob Tube

When I was picking out my products for my April BeautyArmy box I just had to add Mama Mio Boob Tube into the mix!  I mean seriously, let's face it, I'm not getting any younger and with age things aren't quite a firm as they used to be.  Oh yes, I'm totally going there.  I know there is no miracle product out there but I thought this product might be worth giving a try.  The sample I received was 1 fl oz. 

Product Details:  Aim North, not South! What women really love about Boob Tube is that the quality of their skin changes so quickly. Within a week, you will notice that the skin on your neck, your chest and your boobs looks firmer, fitter, glowing, more dewy and youthful. Daily use will maintain this beautiful skin and over the years you will be so pleased you took the time to befriend your bust.  No crinkles or droop for you – no turtle necks or even turkey necks! You are so wise to daily dose with Boob Tube, feel free to thank us in 20 years.  Source. 

My Final Impression:  I was very pleased with the sample size for this product.  A little bit goes a long way!  I was also very pleased with the smell of this product, amazing!  It's a little sticky when it fist goes on but seems to seep into the skin quickly.  I did notice a slight change in my skin.  It did seem slightly more firm.  I have been using this product for a while now (yes, I still have sample left!) and it has definetly become part of my every day routine.  I would recommend this product to those of you out there looking for a little bit of firming in your chest and neck.  Again, it isn't a miracle product and your aren't going to come away with perfectly perky tatas but if skin firming is what you are looking for then this is the product for you!  You can get the full size bottle (3.4fl.oz) for $45.00 here.

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Mama Mio Skincare.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Kellett Skincare Clarifying Acne Treatment

Hello!  Today I will be reviewing a product I received in my April Beauty Army box- Kellett Skincare Clarifying Acne Treatment.  The sample I received was .01 fl oz. 

Product Details:  Helps to clear up existing acne pimples and prevent breakouts by penetrating pores and killing acne causing bacteria.  Wash face and hands with a non-medicated soap. Apply a pea sized amount twice daily or as directed by physician. Fair skinned individuals should begin with one application. Source.

My Initial Impression:  I'll take all the help I can get in the acne department, bring it on!

Pros:

• No smell;
• Doesn't burn when applied to sensitive skin;
• Didn't dry out my skin like some acne treatments.

Cons:

• For me, this sample size was way too small for me to be able to tell whether it helped with my scne or not.

My Final Impression:  When I got this sample I was pretty sure that the size of the sample was way too small to be able to tell whether or not it helped clear up my acne or not and I was right.  I still don't think this sample was big enough for me to get a real idea of how well it worked.  However, with that being said, the couple of times that I did use the product it did seem to help with my acne.  Again, I think this product is a little pricey at $75.00 for 1.7 fl oz, however, if it really does the job, which it seems to do, then it might be worth shelling out a few extra bucks for clearer skin.  The reason I'm not buying?  I wasn't able to test it enough to make sure it doesn't severely dry out my skin like other acne treatments have in the past.  In the past it has taken me several uses of a product before I develop the dry skin.  If I had a bigger size sample, and I could see that it doesn't dry out my skin then I would definitely buy this product.  So, if you don't have adverse reactions to acne treatments then I would definitely recommend picking up some of this stuff.   

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Kellett.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

Product Review: Aquolina Pink Sugar

Today I will be reviewing a product sample I received from my April Beauty Army box- Aquolina Pink Sugar.  Unlike most people I actually like perfume samples as long as they smell good.  I agree though, with perfume you either love it or hate it and there isn't really anything in between (for me at least).  The sample size I received was 1.8 ml or 0.06 fl oz.

Product Details:  Two drops of perfume and the world is tinted pink. Pink is the color of femininity, sweetness and passion. Pink is the color of emotions, of sensuality and indulgent innocence. Pink Sugar is a cloud of sweetness that lasts long on the skin.  A unique olfactory experience interlacing fantasy and reality. The encounter of femininity and inner childhood. The earliest memories in life are also the most addictive. Nostalgia of cotton candy tinted with gourmand raspberry, tickled by the greenness of fig leaf, and lifted by the citrus notes of bergamot and Sicilian orange.  Source.

My Initial Impression:  I loved the packaging on this little sample, super cute and looks like a yummy piece of candy.  I like sweet smelling perfumes so I was hoping I would like this one.  I was a little disappointed to see that it wasn't a spray sample as those are much easier to use.

Pros:

• Cute packaging;
• Although not a spray sample the bottle is easy to open and doesn't spill like some perfume samples;
• Smells yummy!

Cons:

• I like sweet smelling perfumes but this one is very sweet smelling so I can see if you aren't a fan of sweet smells this one might be a little strong for you.

Final Impression:  I really liked this sample it was a definite hit for me.  I also like that they sell a lot of other products to compliment the scent so you could get the whole collection if you wanted.  I'm not sure if I'm actually going to purchase this scent or not.  The price isn't bad at all at $30.00 for 1 fl oz, $45.00 for 1.7 fl oz, and $60.00 for 3.4 fl oz but I actually really liked another scent that I tested this month as well so I am torn between the two.  I would recommend if you are looking for a new scent that you try a sample of this product before purchasing.

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or Aquolina.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions. 

April Beauty Army

Here is the last sample box I received this month and this time it is from Beauty Army.  I ordered three sample programs for this month but my ultimate goal is to narrow my subscriptions down to just two.  So I ordered all three to see which two I like best.  Anyway, here is what the box looked like when it arrived:

I have to say, this was by far my favorite packaging out of the three sample services.  The box is so adorable and definetly reusable.  Before I get into what was in this particular box I wanted to discuss how this sample service is different than the other two I signed up for.  For BeautyArmy you get to choose six products out of several choices that they give you each month before you receive your box.  So what i received in this box was actually products recommended by BeautyArmy and chosen by me, I love that!  Here is what was in the box:

Here is what was included in my box:

• Neo-Cell Micro-Resurfacing Skin Treatment- Per CellCeuticals this is a skin treatment that uses "natural enzymes and volcanic micro-minerals to gently resurface skin without irritation, revealing smoother, more radiant, and healthier-looking skin. Natural enzymes and volcanic-minerals work together to exfoliate surface skin cells without irritation."  I'm excited to try this product as I'm always looking for a good exfoliating cleanser. 
• Mama Mio Boob Tube- This is a skin firming lotion for your neck, your chest, and or course your boobs!  I chose this one because lets face it, I'm in my thirties, I have had a baby and my ta tas aren't quite as firm as they used to be.  TMI? Nah!  So I figured if this product does what it says it does it might be worth giving it a shot.  The website says Within a week, you will notice that the skin on your neck, your chest and your boobs looks firmer, fitter, glowing, more dewy and youthful.  You can check out the product information here.
• BeFine Night Cream-  I'm so happy to get to try another product by Befine!  The website says it is a "rich,nourishing treatment that helps your skin recover,repair and recharge as you sleep. Bio-available nutrients moisturize and soften skin while natural estrogen work to reduce wrinkles and prevent premature aging."  Okay, sign me up!
• Babor Anti-Stress Anti-Jetlag Cream-  I won't be having jetlag anytime soon but as a working mom to a three year old little boy my life is sure filled with enough stress!  Anything I can do to minimize the effect stress has on my skin is a definite plus for me.  The website says this is a "24-hour protection against the impact of stress and fatigue on the skin. Formulated to calm the skin, it quickly restores the skin's balance, strengthens its barrier function, helps maintain its natural defense mechanisms, keeps the body's biorhythms in sync and soothes irritations and redness."
• Kellett Skincare Clarifying Acne Treatment-  I picked this because as a woman who suffers from PCOS unfortunately I have to deal with acne on a somewhat regular basis.  The only problem is this sample is so small I'm not sure how I could possibly see any results.  The website says it helps to clear up existing acne pimples and prevent breakouts by penetrating pores and killing acne causing bacteria.  Let's hope this small sample is enough to tell the difference. 
• Aquolina Pink Sugar Eau De Toillette- I might be the only one but I actually love perfume samples, as long as they smell good.  The name Pink Sugar makes it sound yummy so hopefully it will smell yummy.  I did sneak a sniff of this already but I will save my first impression for my individual review.  I couldn't find a website for this one so you can check out the product here on BeautyArmy's website.   

Stay tuned for my review of each of the products!

The BeautyArmy box was purchased by me with my own money.  I am not affiliated with BeautyArmy or any of the brands listed above.  I am not being paid for my reviews and all opinions are my own personal opinions.