Tell me I'm not the only one who likes looking through other people's rubbish?
Actually, maybe don't answer that. I'll pretend it's normal.
Without further ado, welcome to another gripping instalment of The Bin Diaries. This entry features products which came to me via various beauty boxes so this entry shall henceforth be known as The One With All The Beauty Box Stuff*.
Mise en scene Perfect Repair ¦¦ I used this regularly on my hair as an intensive conditioning treatment and it was fantastic. I think it may even have been better than my beloved Aussie 3 minute miracle... It's a Memebox Origin Product (MOP?) so I can't get hold of it again, but it was very good indeed.
Mise en scene Perfect Repair ¦¦ I used this regularly on my hair as an intensive conditioning treatment and it was fantastic. I think it may even have been better than my beloved Aussie 3 minute miracle... It's a Memebox Origin Product (MOP?) so I can't get hold of it again, but it was very good indeed.
Repurchase? If only I could!
Soy Bio + Fermented Lumpoule ¦¦ This is kind of a serum type thing (at least that's how I used it, anyway) and it was fine, but I didn't notice a dramatic difference to my skin. Meh.
Repurchase? Nah
Drww Multi-Action Smart Cream Gel ¦¦ This was an excellent moisturiser that's a gel format but actually moisturises your skin. I loved this moisturiser, especially in hot weather, and would highly recommend it. It's a MOP which is sad as I do really like it.
Repurchase? If I could, I would!
Eve Lom Rescue Mask ¦¦ This is a clay based mask done right! It worked well and didn't break me out. It's still not my favourite mask, and it's really quite expensive for what it is, but I enjoyed using this little sample. It came from Latest in Beauty, and is available to buy in the UK unlike all the MOPs.
Repurchase? Probably not
Essential Care Creamy Coconut Cleanser ¦¦ This came in another Latest in Beauty Box (the BBB Dream Box) and was a decent product. It was gentle on the skin and removed make up well. This was good but not excellent, I think.
Repurchase? Maybe...
Etude House Missing U Hand Cream (Panda Story) ¦¦ This hand cream is basically the cutest thing ever. It's a MOP, hence the cuteness overload. This hand cream was ok, but not particularly thick. It smelled pleasantly peachy but please, can we talk about the fact it's in the shape of a panda?!
Repurchase? Probably not, as it wasn't quite strong enough for my super dry hands
Banila co. Claypatra Mineral Salt Clay Pack ¦¦ I was certain I'd love this clay based face mask as my favourite face masks are clay based. However, this was far too drying and also broke me out, somehow. I got two uses out of this tiny pot and my skin was worse than before both times. Another Memebox product, but I'm not mad I can't get hold of this one again..!
Repurchase? Nooo.
Dear by Enprani Dreams Come True Bounce Cheese Cream ¦¦ After I got over the weirdness of the cheese cream thing, this was a good moisturiser. I have dry skin and this was nice and thick. I wasn't hugely keen on the babypowder-esque smell but I used this right to the bottom regardless. A lot of people rave about this and whilst it was very good, I don't think it's quite holy grail status. Another Memebox product (this is getting to be quite the theme)
Repurchase? No, unless I find it for a good price and can get hold of it easily
Steamcream ¦¦ This beautiful tin houses a lovely thick cream that smells of lavender. It's a fantastic cream and I raced through this huge tin. I much prefer this to the cheese cream (!) and luckily this is available in the UK. I got it via a Latest in Beauty box, in case you're interested.
Repurchase? Yes!
Pure Smile Neco Punch Point Pads ¦¦ These are going in the bin unused because I just can't with these. You're supposed to put them on areas of need, kind of like a targeted sheet mask. They're infused with some lemongrassy smelling gel liquid which is really slimy, and they just end up slipping straight off my face. Plus there's the fact you look totally ridiculous wearing them, and they do nothing for my skin. Can you guess they're a MOP?!
Repurchase? Never ever ever.
So there's my bin. I hope you enjoyed seeing all the good, great and awful products I've received in beauty boxes, and has made me realise the frustration in subscribing to a beauty box that sends you products you'll never be able to buy yourself. Surely that's the point of beauty boxes? To find you new products to love, and buy again and again?
Maybe that's just me...
Until next time, fellow rubbish nosey parkers!
-Rachel
*Guess who's been watching too much Friends on Netflix..!?
Soy Bio + Fermented Lumpoule ¦¦ This is kind of a serum type thing (at least that's how I used it, anyway) and it was fine, but I didn't notice a dramatic difference to my skin. Meh.
Repurchase? Nah
Drww Multi-Action Smart Cream Gel ¦¦ This was an excellent moisturiser that's a gel format but actually moisturises your skin. I loved this moisturiser, especially in hot weather, and would highly recommend it. It's a MOP which is sad as I do really like it.
Repurchase? If I could, I would!
Eve Lom Rescue Mask ¦¦ This is a clay based mask done right! It worked well and didn't break me out. It's still not my favourite mask, and it's really quite expensive for what it is, but I enjoyed using this little sample. It came from Latest in Beauty, and is available to buy in the UK unlike all the MOPs.
Repurchase? Probably not
Essential Care Creamy Coconut Cleanser ¦¦ This came in another Latest in Beauty Box (the BBB Dream Box) and was a decent product. It was gentle on the skin and removed make up well. This was good but not excellent, I think.
Repurchase? Maybe...
Etude House Missing U Hand Cream (Panda Story) ¦¦ This hand cream is basically the cutest thing ever. It's a MOP, hence the cuteness overload. This hand cream was ok, but not particularly thick. It smelled pleasantly peachy but please, can we talk about the fact it's in the shape of a panda?!
Repurchase? Probably not, as it wasn't quite strong enough for my super dry hands
Banila co. Claypatra Mineral Salt Clay Pack ¦¦ I was certain I'd love this clay based face mask as my favourite face masks are clay based. However, this was far too drying and also broke me out, somehow. I got two uses out of this tiny pot and my skin was worse than before both times. Another Memebox product, but I'm not mad I can't get hold of this one again..!
Repurchase? Nooo.
Dear by Enprani Dreams Come True Bounce Cheese Cream ¦¦ After I got over the weirdness of the cheese cream thing, this was a good moisturiser. I have dry skin and this was nice and thick. I wasn't hugely keen on the babypowder-esque smell but I used this right to the bottom regardless. A lot of people rave about this and whilst it was very good, I don't think it's quite holy grail status. Another Memebox product (this is getting to be quite the theme)
Repurchase? No, unless I find it for a good price and can get hold of it easily
Steamcream ¦¦ This beautiful tin houses a lovely thick cream that smells of lavender. It's a fantastic cream and I raced through this huge tin. I much prefer this to the cheese cream (!) and luckily this is available in the UK. I got it via a Latest in Beauty box, in case you're interested.
Repurchase? Yes!
Pure Smile Neco Punch Point Pads ¦¦ These are going in the bin unused because I just can't with these. You're supposed to put them on areas of need, kind of like a targeted sheet mask. They're infused with some lemongrassy smelling gel liquid which is really slimy, and they just end up slipping straight off my face. Plus there's the fact you look totally ridiculous wearing them, and they do nothing for my skin. Can you guess they're a MOP?!
Repurchase? Never ever ever.
So there's my bin. I hope you enjoyed seeing all the good, great and awful products I've received in beauty boxes, and has made me realise the frustration in subscribing to a beauty box that sends you products you'll never be able to buy yourself. Surely that's the point of beauty boxes? To find you new products to love, and buy again and again?
Maybe that's just me...
Until next time, fellow rubbish nosey parkers!
-Rachel
*Guess who's been watching too much Friends on Netflix..!?
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