July's Empties and Reviews

I'm not sure how it happened. How did I only use up 3 products this month? I mean I know how I could reason the fact that I didn't use up any makeup. It's way too hot outside to waste my makeup when it's only going to melt off anyways. But I was sure that I was going to use up more than this. Maybe I'm just getting more fiscally responsible and trying not to waste product. Yeah, we'll go with that. Well anyways, here are the 3 products that I used up this month and my thoughts about them!

My Empties This Month:

I have a love-hate relationship with these products. I love the smell and the idea that it's organic. But I can't stand how my hair feels afterwards. I like to think that I have pretty nice hair. Soft and silky. But when I would use this, my hair would feel dry and stringy and would be a hot mess of knots and tangles. I wanted to love this product. I really did. But I just couldn't deal with the fact that my hair turned into a hay stack every time! Hopefully the experience is different for you guys, but as for me, I don't see myself repurchasing these products anytime soon. 

I seriously LOVE this body wash. No joke. It makes your skin feel soft and silky! Every time I used it I felt as if I was taking the most luxurious shower at the most expensive spa in the most beautiful place on earth. But alas, I was only in my tub. Of course what caught my attention first was the word "sparkle" on the bottle. I like sparkles. I like to sparkle. I would like to bathe in sparkles. The scent is fresh and floral but doesn't really stay on your skin. Which I'm totally fine with. I want to smell like my perfume anyways. I'm not a fan of mixing scents. I would definitely repurchase this product and then stock up on it when it goes on sale! Bargain hunter! You can find this at your local drugstore or, like me, your local grocery store. 

What products did you use up this month? 

Beauty Army Unboxing: July 2013

I know it's only been 2 months that I've gotten the sample boxes from Beauty Army, but I truly feel like I can say that they are beyond amazing! Their product choices are outstanding, the shipping time is great and precise, and I still love the packaging! I saved the white box from last month and now use it for my business cards for Chloe + Isabel! I saved this month's pink box to keep all my samples in. I know eventually I'll need more boxes, or just a bigger one! Well then, here is what I got in my July box from Beauty Army! 

Obsessed with the fact that the box was pink this month!

Travel tips! 

Sample time!  

Amlactin Moisturizing Body Lotion, Nelson Argan Oil 7-in-1 Non-Faoming Shampoo, and Bikini Soft Smooth Shave Oil in Citrus Bliss. 

Pida Exfoliating Gel, Cotz Face Natural Sunscreen, Addiction NV Cosmetics Gel Liner in Heel on Heels. 

This gel liner means business. It's really hard to get off! After this swatch I attempted to remove it with eye makeup remover, face wash, rubbing alcohol, and a shower. There were still remnants of the liner. Perfect for those long nights where you either get wet or sweat a lot.... 

I haven't used much from the June box so I have yet to do a review on it! But next month, I'll do a combined review and talk about my likes and dislikes from both the June and July boxes! 

To check out more products from Beauty Army or to sign up for your own sample box, click here! 

Beauty Army Unboxing: June 2013

I have to admit, I was pretty nervous to try out a beauty subscription service. But one of the amazing things that I really like about Beauty Army is that you get to pick 6 samples out of a group that was arranged for you. I can be really picky. So being able to pick which samples I would like to try was a huge plus for me. Beauty Army is only $12 a month! And some of the "samples" turn out to be full size. This is my first unboxing of any sort, so I was quite excited. 

I loved the box that the kit was shipped in. Nice and clean.

This is the actual "Beauty Army Box". It's hard to see, but it does say "Beauty Army" on top.

And we open the box...

Thanks for the skin safety tips! 

All of my little samples! 

Lash Card Mascara Shields, Egyptian Magic All Purpose Skin Cream, GG Gatsby Raise Volume Shampoo, Colorsmash Hair Shadow, Nailuv UV Gel Polish in Berry Sweetie, and Addiction NV Cosmetics Lip Habit Lip Glossifier in Girl's Night Out. 

I either need to invest in my own UV lamp or take this polish to a salon because it's so perfect for summer!

Swatches of the hair shadow and lip gloss. 

I decided I had to do a little test of the hair shadow!

Loved it! 

I'm planning on using these products this week and posting a full review after that! 

To check out more products from Beauty Army or to sign up for your own sample box, click here!

Basin Haul: All Natural Beauty Products

Recently, my doctor informed that I need to ditch all of my beauty products and switch to an all natural company. First of all, do you realize how shocked I was? I didn't want to throw away all of my favorite products! But after doing some research and having an extensive conversation with my doctor, I knew I had to do it. So how did I do it? Well, anything that was unopened or slightly used, I gave to my friends. (Who doesn't love free stuff?) And for the rest of it? B now uses it. His hair smells like cherry blossoms. 

Two companies that I found before I came across Basin were Dr. Bronner's and Avalon Organics. I found these brands at Target. I smelled every single products that each company had. I didn't care for any of them. And I'm sure both companies are amazing and many people use them, they just weren't for me. My hopes were a little crushed when I remembered that there was a store in Downtown Disney that sold beauty and bath products, Basin! After researching the brand further and telling my doctor about it, I found a winner! All Basin products are chemical free. They have "no paragons, alcohol, mineral oils, and are not tested on animals and are made in the USA." 

The best part? I was able to get 15% off my entire purchase because B had gotten us annual passes to Disney for Christmas! Sadly though, I can only get this discount if I purchase my products at the Basin located in Downtown Disney. But, this just adds another reason to go to Disney! 

Here are all the products I got at my latest trip to Basin! 

Love Hydrator: $14.99 

Love Moisturizing Soap: $13.99

I absolutely love both of these! I keep the lotion at my desk as a constant reminder to moisturize! Plenty of lotions have gone to waste because of the whole "out of sight, out of mind" dilemma. I keep the soap in our bathroom so B and I both use it! I love that the soap is a cleanser and a moisturizer in one! 

Good Hair Day Shampoo Bar: $7.99

Good Hair Day Conditioner Bar: $7.99

Basin had a deal going on, "Shampoo & Conditioner Bar Barrel", where you could mix and match four  shampoo and conditioner bars for $25. That's a savings of $6.96, which is almost the price of one bar! So I picked up two of each of the Good Hair Day bars. Each bar is supposed to last between 50 and 75 washes. 

Calamine Calming Soap: $6.99

Face Toner: $8.99

Face Lotion: $12.99

For the toner and the lotion, I got the type for Dry to Normal skin. I do have combination skin, but lately my skin has been slightly dry. 

Snowy Soap: $6.89 (Not sold online)

Caffeine Soap: $6.99

Queen For A Day Soap: $5.99

Black Oak Shaving Cream: $17.99

The snowy soap is part of their holiday collection. I guess it's only sold in-store. I actually bought the caffeine soap for B. I thought it would help him wake up in the mornings. I bought two of the Queen For A Day soaps! They smell so good and leave my skin feeling clean and soft! Now I know that this particular shaving cream is meant for a man, for his face, but I love it! It smells beyond amazing and my legs are so silky and smooth afterwards! 

Blush Solid Perfume: $9.99

I'm obsessed with this solid perfume! My biggest love about it? It's super travel friendly! You don;t have to worry about it leaking or breaking! I smelled all of the solid perfumes and this Blush scent was by far my favorite! 

Do you use Basin products?

What are some all natural beauty products that you use?

Side note: I am not endorsed, sponsored, or paid by Basin or Disney. But I'm obviously obsessed with both.