Beauty Box 5

Question: Who doesn’t love a fabulous cleansing wipe?

Answer: That’s a ridiculous question.

Cleansing wipes (AKA the most helpful tools ever) are key to wiping off makeup, grime, and whatever else life throws your way. Right now, we’re loving Blum Naturals All-Purpose Cleansing Wipes, which we featured in April’s beauty box!

Aloe-infused and naturally derided, our favorite thing about these wipes is that they come in a cute canister that is easier to re-seal, prevents drying, and fits anywhere you want to throw it. Plus, they’re hypo-alergenic, paraben-free, and cruelty-free, which means they’re great for your skin and your conscious. Huzzah!

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Ever wondered how celebrities get a perfectly precise pout?

The secret isn’t an expensive lipstick or even a fancy lip brush— it’s lip liner! An often over looked looked tool, this little stick can mean the difference between a photo-perfect lip and a smeared smile. And we’ve all been there.

I was excited for us to feature Bonne Bell this month for a ton of reasons: the pretty colors, compact size, smooth application, and durability. And, of course, the price.

I love a good steal, and because these little guys are so cheap I can stock up on several in one trip without breaking the bank

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I’m a minimalist. Or at least I try to tell myself I am.

Whether it’s cosmetics or fashion, I try find quality items and purge often (easier said than done), but I’m always thinking “what if?” What if I really need that short sequin dress? What if there is a day I DO want to wear that sample of lime eyeshadow?

What I love about BH Cosmetics is that I don’t have to agonize over the “what if?” Their palettes are full of playful brights, subtle colors, and every day neutrals— I can have everything I want, and use everything I need in just once place.

This April we featured the California Collection Palette, which showcases standout shades from other Cali-themed palettes, including a basic bronze, bright gold, and a rich purple. Perfect for beginners or eyeshadow addicts, these shadows are blendable and feminine.

I like all the colors in these adorable mini, but my favorite is the gold (I’m trying to achieve sun goddess status) and the purple, which I’ve used it at the corner of my lids to upgrade a basic eye and applied wet with an angled brush for a DIY liner!

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Why shouldn’t your hair look good and SMELL good?

This month we featured Natural Curl Enhancing Mousse from Design Essentials and folks loved it! Infused with olive oil, this quick drying product is formulated to give your curls moisture, hold, definition, and sheen— without the crunch.

Need convincing? This is what Natalia, our curly-haired and super stylish Art Director, had to say:

"This is one my favorite products from March’s box! I have curly/frizzy hair and rarely ever find a mousse that leaves my curls light, defined and soft. This product works great for both natural curls and styling. After styling my hair, I put a dab on my hand and gently scrunched up the curls, working the product into my hair. It has the best scent out of any mousse I’ve used!"

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At a certain point in your life, taking good care of your skin becomes really important.

For a long time I focused on lipstick and eyeliner, accepting that my skin was never going to glow or look like Naomi Campbell’s due to years of acne-filled struggles and my frustration with foundation. However, about a year or two ago I started using cleansers, exfoliators, and night creams and I was really impressed by how much nicer my skin felt— I was hooked.

When I first saw this product, I can admit I was a bit intimidated at first touch, even as an exfoliating enthusiast. The natural loofah feels a little hard in its natural state, but I decided to trust Swissco because I’ve loved their other exfoliating products (seriously, using the Bath and Shower Exfoliating Gloves is my favorite part of my shower routine), and this pad did not disappoint!

Now a permanent fixture in my exfoliating routine, I use this little guy twice a week with whatever cleanser I’m testing out. It stimulates the blood circulation in my face, gets of dead skin, and, most importantly, leaves my cheeks so smooth!

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