Moxie Box February 2015

Moxie Box is a monthly subscription box from Moxie Boutique. They send several personally catered gifts such as fashionable tops, graphic tees, jewelry, home items, wallets, scarves, and other accessories. It's a small boutique and they send a handwritten thank you card with the items. You fill out a profile for them to tailor to your size and style. 

It's $31.99/month, $26.99/6 months and $23.99/12 months. They will exchange a size if possible.. They only ship in the US currently. Shipping is free. You can also buy items on their website. Boxes are guaranteed to have at least a $40 starting value. 

Item #1: personalized long gold tone circle initial pendant value: $18

I love this. Love the yellow gold tone. Love the length and have worn it three times since I got it a week ago. 

Item #2: magnetic canvas graphic small bag lined inside value: $15

This is really cute and I've been using it to keep in my purse to hold my iPhone 6 (I specified so you could get an idea of the size)  and headphones while I'm not using them. 

Item #3: lace front gray and white striped tank value:$35

Personally, I loved my moxie box and will keep it another month. I've read others reviews that were disappointed with the box but mine had different things in it. They had also used a living social coupon which makes me wonder if they got s certain box for the coupon. Regardless, I think this was a great box and the value of $68 made my 31.99 worth it. 5/5 rating. 

To subscribe go to http://www.moxiede.com/moxie-box.html

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Love and Boxes, 

Rachel

SPLENDIES Luxe February 2015

Splendies Luxe February 2015

Splendies Luxe is the higher end version of Splendies. It's $45.00/every other month for three luxury brand panties in a keep sake box that ties with a ribbon. You can choose a mix of styles or all thongs. You can cancel at any time. It bills on the 10th and ships sometime right after. I only did this for one month because I don't need the panties and because I didn't really want to spend that amount. (It wasn't $45 when I initially subscribed, it was $35 and I got a discount on top of that. This information was only recently added to the page.) I also thought it was monthly, which explains why I was confused to only get the regular Splendies in January, but it only just now says that on their really poorly designed website that is difficult to navigate and to find information on with no log in or user accounts capability. 

Felina Pink and White lace bikini style value:$12

These are really cute and super comfy. I like the color too. They also didn't ride up. 

Rumour Lace bright pink with white lace thong value: $19

These are adorable and sexy. I really like that they're usually $19 for one pair since the box is pricier

Felina black with white lace bikini style value: $12 

Another very cute and comfy pair. Happy to get a black pair since I wear a lot of black and they'll go with any black bra. 

Overall, it was a $43 value for $45 which doesn't make sense to me. Why would I want to pay more for something? Luckily as stated above, I did not and I cancelled immediately. Anyways, I'd rank this box at 2/5. I love the box it came in. Very cute. I don't see it worth the price though for three pairs of panties when I can go to Victoria Secret and get 3 for $33, just as cute. 

Blush Mystery Beauty Box February 2015

Blush Mystery Beauty Box is a monthly subscription service that is $24.95/month for a subscription or $34.95 for a one time trial. Shipping is free. They guarantee multiple full size and travel size beauty products totaling at least $100. I will say website reviews say there are more sample sizes than in the past. Cancel anytime. Values are not given on the card they include, so I guessed at a few. Products can be bought online at their store. There is also a $20 off $100 coupon in the bag. They don't ship internationally. Also, they are changing the name to Beautyfix by Dermstore (per email I got today).They  curate the box and do not make them tailored to the person. 

Item #1: Juliette Has A Gun: Not a Perfume Sample 

Its a pefrume sample....I never really care to receive these. Value: $4?

item #2: samples of DHC skin products

Two small samples of these products, they aren't actually mentioned on the card included with the subscription value: $2?

item #3: Alterna Bambo Kendi Smooth Hair Treatment Deluxe Sample Value: $10

This is a product I already use daily and love and was so happy to find in this box!

item #4: 100% pure creamy nail polish in kiss Value: $12

Im not a nail polish person unless its gel, so this isn't my thing...I really can't say much on this

item # 5: Murad Acne Clearing Solution Sample packs Value: $3?

Also not listed on the card, so a bonus I guess

item #6: Wrap Up bun creator Value: $10?

I love these. I had one similar already but I use them for work all the time because its an easy way to throw your hair up nicely in a hurry. I saw complaints on the website about it being black and blondes  not being able to use it but I have red hair and if you use it right, you don't see the black...

item # 7: This picture may be upside down. This is another unmentioned item on the card but is a lavender lotion sample. Value: $3?

Item #8: Vichy Liftactiv Serum 10 value: $2

Can buy at drugstore and a one time use sample...meh

item #9: NeoStrata Skin Active Antioxidant Defense Serum Value: $5?

I really don't know the value. Its a decent size sample though

Item #10 Vichy Idelia Life Serum Deluxe Sample Value: $5

Its still a drugstore brand, not to say its not a good brand. I just think if they promise $100 worth...

Item #11: Tocca Beauty Perfume Value: $5

Another perfume sample

Item #12: Cargo Full Size Liquid Eyeliner in black Value: $20

This seems like a great product and worked really well. I didnt need it so I gave it to Liz, who really likes it. I had not heard of this brand but I got a lip gloss from the same brand in another subscription box

Item #13: Tocca Full Size Body Cream Value: $20

I really liked this item. This is a sephora brand, which since Sephora is pretty much my heaven, makes me feel good about the brand. I also like the texture and the smell, because its light. The website said members did not all get the same scent though. They would get one of three. The packaging of this is a little funny. Like diaper ointment, but thats not the fault of blush. 

I really liked this box. I think it had a lot of great stuff in it. I cancelled several beauty boxes in order to add other boxes, and I decided to keep this one for one more month at least since the items where actually really nice. I give it 4/5

Visit http://www.blush.com to subscribe

Love and Boxes, 

Rachel

Gentleman's Box January 2015

Gentleman's Box is a monthly subscription service that is $25/month. Free Shipping in the US. Each month they feature a famous man or type of man as the theme of the box and send some deluxe samples, mostly full size items and a copy of GQ. You can candel anytime. Boxes ship around the 25th of the month and cancellations should be made before billing on the 10th. They shipped the first one very very fast. I cannot find a way to buy the items featured on their website but it was mostly full size items so I most may be something you would buy where they are sold. K was really impressed with this box!!! I was too! It was definitely better than Birchbox which is only $5 less a month! Usually it includes 5-6 items related to lifestyle, accessories, and grooming

Item #1: Copy of GQ Magazine wrapped in a rubber Gentleman's Box Bracelet

Value: $6

Item #2 Full Size Wooden Badger Shaving Cream Brush Value: $15

Really neat item that will definitely get use!

Item #3: Full Size Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm SPF 25 Value:$7.50

K has used this before and was excited to get a new one in this box since he really likes this product

Item #4 Three Whiskey Stones from Boozestones.com value: $10

K Loves these already and has some so getting some more was really nice. This was really awesome to see in the box

Item #5 Full size Harrison Blake Apparel Berry Moss Red Flower Lapel Pin value: $10

Not really K's style and I can see where not all guys would be really into this item, but I do actually have a guy friend who will use it and plan to give it to them

Item #6: full Size pair of Richer Poorer Walk On Red and Black Striped Socks Value: $12

These are really nice sock and while I K will probably only wear them on off days, they are a great item!!!

Item #7: La Fresh Travel Lite  Shoe Shine Wipes (2 samples) value = $4

K really liked these two, especially for keeping in his backpack for when he is at the hospital

Overall, I was really impressed with the Gentleman's box and may resubscribe K to it after we try a couple more for review purposes 5/5. The price was $25.00 The value of the box: $64.50...not bad...

Love and Boxes, 

Rachel 

Update

So....My Glossybox said it was delivered but must have been stolen. They are replacing it, however, it is taking a long time because of the USPS claim and what not. 

I cancelled Birchbox Men and Subscribed to Gentlemen's Box for a switch up

I cancelled Conscious Box despite really liking it so that I could try other things

I've added

• Blush Mystery Beauty Box (which I've received and should post tomorrow)
• Orange Glad-Sweets and Treats
• Gentlemen's Box
• Barkbox

Love and Boxes, 

Rachel

Allure Beautybar.com Sample Society February 2015

Allure Beautybar.com Sample Society Box offers 5 deluxe size beauty samples and a mini allure magazine monthly for $15 a month and ships free. They do not currently ship to Hawaii, Alaska, APO, US Territories, and internationally. Items can be purchased through their online store. Each box includes a $10 beauty bar.com gift card off a $50 purchase. You have a membership log in and dashboard that allows you to see when your box will be shipped. You can cancel at any time, but it is recommended that you cancel before the 24th of the month to avoid be charged for the next months box. You will fill out a 6 question beauty profile to let them know your skin type and needs. 

Allure Mini Mag

Item 1: Chloe Love Story Perfume Sample Size Value: $1.76

Perfumes are very subjective and depend on the person. I like this perfume, but like I said, not every perfume is for everybody and I will most likely make that my basic perfume review in all cases.

Item 2: Batiste Dry Shampoo in Blush Value: $1.75

I always love dry shampoos. They are great to have around, especially for when you are traveling, so I really liked this item. As far as buying it in the future, I prefer Alterna Bamboo Dry Shampoo.

Item 3: StriVectin Intensive Illuminating Serum 0.25oz Sample Value: $22.25

This serum is meant to even out skin tone and boost radiance as well as target excess melanin that causes discoloration. I have always heard good things about this company and I really like the value of the size of the sample. I'm pretty Caudalie committed, but I will see how I like after a few more goes. 

Item 4: NUGG Deep Cleansing, Hydrating, and Revitalizing Face Masks Single Use Gel Masks Value: $8.97 

I have recently gotten into using face masks at least one or twice a week so I was excited to find this. I haven't used them yet, but I am glad they're gel and not a mud mask, as I find the gel masks less irritating and less difficult to remove. 

Item 5: Nails Inc Nail Polish in Princes Palace (bluish color) Full Size Value: $9

I use gel nail polish so this is an item I am unlikely to really get much use out of, however, I tested it on my toes and the color is a nice light purplish-blue and would be appropriate for just about any setting. It also went on easily and dried quickly. I would say this is a great product if you use regular nail polish.

For my first Allure Sample Society Box I was pretty impressed. The overall value came to $43.73 for the $15 price (I had a $5 coupon so it was even less). I will at least give this box one more month to see what it has to offer and its consistency. 4/5

To Subscribe: CLICK HERE Use the Code "5FORYOU" for $5 off

Love and Boxes, Rachel