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.
"Rock the natural curls." -Natalia, Art Director
I was blessed and cursed with thick, curly and frizzy hair. I say blessed because after years of tangled out of control hair, dozens of styling tools, and hair care products, I’ve finally mastered styling my hair into soft, wavy curls and dialed down the routine from 2 hrs to 45mins. This year though, I’d like to go back to my natural roots and let the mane go wild. The hot tools and products work miracles on getting silky smooth hair, but it’d be kinda liberating to step out in natural curls.
"Dress to impress." -Joanna, Marketing Director
Austin’s known for it’s very “relaxed look” so we’re very casually dressed in the office. However, the famous Paris Hilton once said, “There’s too many beautiful women in the world to not always dress your best.” I’m taking her advice and making the office my runway!
"Give myself compliments on a daily basis." -Lauren, Customer Account Manager
I feel beautiful but it is so much easier to spot out the imperfections. When I see something in the mirror I don’t love I am not putting myself down, I am and going to make it something I am proud of. I am talking about you after holiday belly bump!
"Find my one true red." -Alexa, Communications Director
I love lipstick and I have a great selection of bright pinks and purples, but I’m still questing for the perfect red. I’ve thrown out or returned a few in the last two years because they were the wrong color, had an awkward shape, or dried out my lips, but this lack of a power red is killing me. The quest begins!
I believe in the power of masks.
As someone who had acne for years and inherited large pores around my nose and cheeks, I love masks because they minimize my pores, in addition to making my skin feel smooth and even.
A seasoned mask veteran, I’ll try any kind (Green tea? Volcanic ash? Bring it on!) from anywhere (who hasn’t run to the Dollar Store?), but this Glacial Clay Spa mask from Montagne Jeunesse is my first go with a fabric mask.
Made with arctic cloudberries and red grapes, this mask works with any skin type to cool and calm your skin. It’s also super easy to apply, because all you have to do is open the package, put the mask on your face, and gently pat it down to make sure it adheres to your skin.
Like any good clean freak and lover of the little things, I am all about treating myself to long, hot showers every once in a while. Along with serious amounts of steam and super fresh skin, I value a body wash that feels luxe and smells great.
Which is why I’m a pretty big fan of Aveeno Positively Nourishing Calming Body Wash.
Natalia Bernard, Art Director
"I am thankful for my family. Adult life seems to bring less trips back home and fewer phone calls with the chaos of a career, but I’m thankful that my sisters and I still make some time for one another…even if it’s in the form of a silly conversation through group text."
Joanna Moreno, Marketing Director
"I am thankful that I was blessed with a kind-hearted and talented man this year that I’ll soon get to call my husband! And my taste buds are thankful for chocolate covered strawberries - all day,everyday."
Lauren Tarin, Customer Account Manager
"I am thankful and incredibly grateful for my family. We are all a bit silly and colorful in our own ways but always stick by each others side. I am never left on the dance floor alone, even when the dance floor is in my living room and I am dancing to the Spice Girls like a maniac. And I would die without my Revlon Just Bitten Kissable balm stain. It gets me through my day even when I my hair and I look a mess."
Viridiana Ramirez, Marketing and Media Relations Manager
"I’m thankful for feeling my baby’s kicks every day. It’s perhaps the best feeling in the world. And I’m thankful for The Walking Dead. Best show ever. Period."
Alexa Johnson, Communications Director
"I am thankful for good poetry, cheap beer, my wonderfully weird family, and that I’ve found a home away from home in Austin. And my collection of bright lipsticks."
Forget smokey eyes— we’re upgrading to sparkly lips!
This month we’ve been inspired by Bellapierre’s Cosmetic Glitters and want to have some fun. The key to success is picking the right color— you can go with a clear glitter to enhance or slightly alter the shade of your favorite lipstick, or you can double up using similar colors for seriously vibrant results.
Just remember to eat first, and to warn your man ahead of time that the kisses will have to wait a while.
You’ve probably heard the phrase “there’s no place like home for the holidays,” but I’d like to introduce you to another holiday saying:
"There’s nothing like a sexy smoky eye for holiday parties."
That’s right, the season is upon us and we’re giving back to our subscribers by giving you a sneak peek at the goodies that are soon to come: these awesome Love in Rio eyeshadow palettes by NYX!
Deodorant is not a sexy product.
However, deodorant eliminates B.O. and gives you a clean slate to start the process of becoming sexy. This November we wanted to help you on your journey to feel sultry and alluring, and, most importantly, confident.
1. Rice is great for your tummy, and for greasy hair. [the beauty department]
2. MAC unveiled some crazy brushes. [elle]
3. Super awesome makeup trips for gals over (and under!) 40. [babble]
4. Can you get holiday ready with just five products? [makeup]
5. Despite being on a terrible show, Kat Dennings in our favorite. [glamour]
6. Try being a high fashion model by day, Victoria’s Secret Angel by night. [fashionista]
7. Anna Sui, stop trying to make Minnie Mouse happen, it’s not going to happen. [ny daily news]
8. Get exited! Laura Mercier has your holiday hookup. [beautyworldnews]
9. Champions of matt makeup are gaining ground. [huffington post]
10. Green lips are go. [the cut]
What do we love more than getting free stuff? Giving free stuff, of course!
Ladies, it’s time to put on your thinking caps and get creative with the Bellapierre products from your November box! Our subscribers received Cosmetic Glitters or Shimmer Powders, and we want y’all to show them off.
Shimmery eyes? Glitter nails? Luminous lips? We’re beyond excited to see those pretty pics on Instagram.
Contest ends 12/1.
October has come and gone and your lovely November boxes are on their way, but I still want to share the skinny on your ModelCo products!
Let’s break it down pro/con style:
