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| Bellabox February 2014 |
If you would like to know more about Bellabox, my original post is here and if you would like to sign up, please visit here.
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| Bellabox February Themed Packaging |
The theme for this month is “Red Carpet Ready”, I don’t really think that these particular products incorporate this theme, I am pretty happy with this month’s items.
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| Bellabox Item: Burt's Bees Milk & Honey Body Lotion |
1. Burt’s Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey Body Lotion (Sample Size 25g = $2.93*) Full Size 170g = $19.95
I was interested in this product as it’s a cult product and I like other Burt’s Bees items I have tried. The lotion is very light and absorbs into the skin really quickly and doesn’t leave an oily residue. It would be great to use straight after a shower in the morning as you don’t have to wait for it to sink in... the only problem is that I hate the smell.
I think it stinks! I don’t know what it is but there is something in there that makes me gag, maybe it’s the milk, I’m not sure. To me it smells more like off milk with a hint of artificial sweet and plastic, yep, I’d say that is pretty accurate. It’s a shame because without the scent I think I would really like this and with a body lotion you really have to like the scent as it’s going to be all over your booty.
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| Bellabox Item: Om She Powder in Tantra |
2. Om She Aromatherapy Dusting Powder - Tantra (Full Size 2.5g) = $14.95
Glad to see makeup in my Bellabox.
The colour is quite pretty, it reminds me of MAC’s club eyeshadow but with a glittery sheen.
The dusting powders are a lose pigment that apparently can also be used on the body as well as the face.
I’m not sure if I would use this particular colour on the body though. It can be used wet or dry.
This colour can be purchased form She Australia and is currently on special for for half price ($7.50), (here)
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| Bellabox Item: Aveda Be Curly |
3. Aveda Be Curly Curl Enhancer (Sample Size 40ml = $8.99*)
Full Size 200ml = $44.95
I have wavy/curly hair so I’m always looking for curling products that prevent frizz. Let’s hope this one does, I’m happy to try it out. It would have to be good for me to throw down almost a fifty for it though.
Aveda is available at Fruugo (cheapest price here), StrawberryNet (here), Aveda Australia (here) and Cosmetics Now (here).
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| Bellabox Item: Palmer's Facial Scrub |
4. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub (Sample Size 15g = $0.99*)
Full Size 150g = $9.95
I do like Palmer’s Cocoa Butter body products but have never tried their skincare range. It does have a lovely cocoa butter fragrance but I’m not sure about the exfoliating cocoa beans will do the job, will have to see. I do like testing out scrubs and masks more than cleansers and moisturisers as you see the results quicker and can generally tell if they are for you or not.
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| Bellabox Item: Lavanila Vanilla Passionfruit Spray |
5. Lavanila The Healthy Fragrance – Vanilla Passionfruit (Sample Size 1.2ml = $1.91*)
Full Size 50ml = $79.95
I was pretty excited to see this brand in the box. I have heard of Lavanila mentioned for years on Youtube, with gurus showing the Lavanila Vanilla Coconut Healthy Deodorant.
The Vanilla Passionfruit scent is pleasant and I really like it. I could see this being a fragrance that many would appreciate as it’s not too strong or floral, just light and slightly sweet.
Lavanila is sold online in Australia (here) and at Bellabox (here) but a 50ml fragrance for $79.95 ($58 in the US) and a deodorant at $24.95 ($14 in the US) plus whatever postage is, I’m happy to give it a miss.
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| Bellabox Bonus Item: Swisspers Aloe Moisturiser |
6. BONUS – Swisspers Naturals Aloe Daiy Moisturiser SPF 15 (Sample Size 5ml = $0.54*)
Full Size 100ml = $10.99
I think I might keep this sachet around for the next time I’m out in the sun or have sunburn, heat rash or a minor burn. Because it has Aloe Vera it is great for sunburn and I like that it has an SPF built in. I’m happy to give it a try.
Overall I’m fairly happy with this month’s brands and variety of products, however, the value of this months box was low. Some may argue that it's double the cost of the box, but every other month has been about $40 - $80.
Price Breakdown
1. Burt’s Bees Naturally Nourishing Milk & Honey Body Lotion (Sample) = $2.93*
2. Om She Aromatherapy Dusting Powder - Tantra (Full Size) = $14.95
3. Aveda Be Curly Curl Enhancer (Sample) = $8.99*
4. Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Gentle Exfoliating Facial Scrub (Sample) = $0.99*
5. Lavanila The Healthy Fragrance – Vanilla Passionfruit (Sample) = $1.91*
6. BONUS – Swisspers Naturals Aloe Daiy Moisturiser SPF 15 (Sample) = $0.54*
Total = $30.31
*Sample Calculated Price
What was in your box this month?
