Beauty Box 5
We're a beauty sampling subscription box that sends you 5 deluxe samples from our favorite brands every month for $12. We're constantly on a quest to find the perfect lipstick.
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A big congrats to Shanna- her #bb5fave this month was the Nanacoco lip gloss, and she’s our newest Win Five winner, so she’s getting 5 full-sized products from this month’s box just for sharing!
Don’t forget to snap a photo and post it on Instagram with your #bb5fave to be entered to win every month- it’s that simple!
August’s Sneak Peek is here and you’re going to be a glossy goddess this month!
We are so excited to be sending EVERY subscriber a FULL-SIZE Nanacoco Lip Gloss in assorted colors! After much testing in the office, we’re more than obsessed with the strong pigments that add the perfect pop of shiny color and the rich formula that glides on like velvet! Plus, there’s no stickiness in sight with this pretty pucker favorite and added Vitamin E means it soothes your lips while making them look stunning.
Feel free to spread the good news and share the image above- excitement this beautiful is contagious! If you’re not onboard yet, the last day you can sign up to receive August’s box- and your full-size gloss- is 8/21, so don’t delay!
Oh, and we don’t blame you if now you kind of want to stalk your mailman until this month’s box comes. No shame, girlfriend.
Trying to pronounce the names of harsh chemicals freaks me out. When it comes to the all the buzz lately about dangerous additives in our food, air, and products, it’s no wonder we’re stressed about what to try next. So, even if there’s still some things I can’t be sure are made without nasty additives, Anna Naturals’ products are all-natural all stars that scrub away my troubles and hydrate deeply without irritating my skin.
Featured in our July box, the Glowing Mama Walnut Scrub soothes away dead skin and roughness without parabens and is gentle enough to use on your face, too. I used it in my shower on my upper arms and immediately loved the citrusy scent- clean without being overwhelming- and was genuinely surprised to find that it didn’t leave a residue behind. A win for walnuts, this vegan treat has clearly earned its reputation as a ‘glowing’ favorite of expectant mamas and anyone who loves a good exfoliant.
BB5 Tip: Go easy!
Exfoliation is essential for skin, but you don’t want to overdo it! Limit yourself to using scrubs two times a week and always remember to moisturize afterwards.
To continue the pampering, Anna Naturals also kills germs naturally with their Wash it Away Organic Castile Foaming Soap that cleans without over-drying, and also restores smooth skin with their Just Right Lotion made from botanical extracts.
So, ditch the nasty additives, but keep all the softness! Your skin will thank you.
XOXO,
Kelsey
Who Run The World? Curls.
If you carry the crown of curls like many of us girls, your hair probably never got the memo on being 100% the same.
Chances are your mane might be be a little bit wavy, a little bit curly, and a little bit straight, all at the same time. For this conundrum, multi-textured is the name and taming frizz is the game- well, that and adding hold while not weighing your hair down. Seem like one product that does it all might be too good to be true? Meet Miss Jessie’s Multicultural Curls. No matter what your hair-itage, this styling lotion whips your curls into shape while keeping them soft and oh-so-touchable.
BB5 Tip: Scrunch away!
After applying a capful to your washed and detangled hair, scrunch your hair to encourage a good twist and enhance your natural texture, then, let it air dry. If you’re on the go or want a little more oomph, you can also scrunch and then use the diffuser attachment on your hairdryer to speed up the drying process.
Love your locks, every single texture of them!
XOXO,
Kelsey
P.S. Want more? We’re giving away Miss Jessie’s Multicultural Curls, Baby Butter Creme and Curly Meringue- plus, Fly Ties, Be A Bombshell Lip Gloss and Body Drench Lip Balm!
Just head over to our Facebook page and comment the photo above with the name of the girl who has the curls you envy the most- feel free to attach a picture, too!
Contest ends Friday August 1st at 9 AM CST.
Whether you’ve been denied ordering off the kids menu, desperately wanting to be older so you’ll be taken seriously, or enjoying the senior discount with no shame, you’re never too young- or too old- to start taking care of your skin!
Plenty of us have used skincare products that our friends, mothers and grandmothers used, with no regard to how it might impact us. Rather than spending money on the next fad lotion or cream that everyone else uses, why not get exactly what you need? Catching my eye with customization lately has been the different phases of Simyskin’s Anti-Aging Eye Serum. All three target what’s affecting the sensitive skin around your eyes in each stage of life.
While I personally fall on the left side of the graphic above, and have always been told eye serum was something I wouldn’t need until later in life, even now, a tube will do some preliminary protection for my peepers and plus, a tiny bit will last me a long time!
BB5 Tip: A little goes a long way!
You only need to massage a very small amount into your skin each morning after cleansing and before applying moisturizer. Just a dab does wonders!
Remember- you’re only as young as you feel, but good skin makes every era your golden years.
XOXO,
Kelsey
Added to the list of burgers without cheese, chipped nail polish, and mall traffic, chapped lips are simply something that I don’t have time for. When the weather and long day can be so drying and dull, why, oh why would I leave the house without a hydrating balm in my hand?
Believing that soft smackers really do make a difference, Body Drench’s Candy Licious Lips have won my heart, because even typing about them is causing a craving to get out my tube and apply. They’re made of moisturizing beeswax, vitamin E and coconut oil- hello, ingredients I can pronounce!- and with 6 different sugary flavors like Cotton Candy, Peppermint Stick, and Lemon Drop, it’s like having a little candy shop stashed in my purse.
Honestly, the hardest part is picking just one sweet flavor to use at a time (well, in addition to not embarrassingly licking it off my lips in public because it’s so delicious).
BB5 Tip: Keep it handy!
I like to store a container in each purse I use and by my bed, so that I never have to worry about forgetting it and leaving my lips dehydrated! Plus, the smell alone is the perfect pick-me-up for my constant sweet tooth.
Moisturize with flavor!
XOXO,
Kelsey
If you’re anything like me, you HATE going to the cosmetics counter. While I LOVE looking at all the sparkling new makeup, I detest having to deal with the sales people. Granted, there are a few gems here and there but most of the time I get pushed into buying something I don’t want (or need) or they have no idea what they’re talking about and I end up leaving empty-handed. Not anymore!
(Read on to find out why!)
This past week my family and I put Aveeno’s Active Naturals Protect + Hydrate SPF 30 Lotion to the test. Read on to find out why we think this new SPF is a must-have for those sunny summer outings.
We couldn’t be more excited about the #Coolway shampoo & conditioner in our upcoming #June #BeautyBox5! These great products will leave your hair feeling silky-soft and nourished on top of adding volume and shine!
The Porphrya Seaweed used in both the shampoo and conditioner contains over 60 trace minerals that provide intense nourishment to any hair type.
Learn more about the fabulous duo at www.coolwaypro.com and subscribe for your Beauty Box 5 at www.beautybox5.com!
