Spring Luxe Box 2013 by Loosebutton ~ Unboxing

Contents:
KMS California: Quick Blow Dry (30ml)
Loose Button: Blending Sponge
Vichy: Liftactive Serum (3ml x 4)
Kerastase: Chroma Captive (30ml)
Mereadesso: Lip Treats (1.2g, C$14) Full Size C$14 x 2 = C$28
Blue Lagoon Skin Care: Rich Nourishing Cream (2ml, U$8.67) Full Size 30ml, U130
Blue Lagoon Skin Care: Silica Mud Mask (30ml, U$15) Full Size 200ml, U$100
Lancome: Genifique Youth Activating Concentration (8ml, $20) Full Size 50ml @$125

Box value - $57+, cost me $24+taxes = $27.12 (based on yearly membership)

The Bottom Line
Product received - 3/5
The surprise - 4/5 - never received my shipping notification
Favourite product received -  Mereadesso: Lip Treats (always wanted to try it)

Overall reaction - *Sigh* They gave us a pamphlet with "Spring Trends", we don't receive everything mentioned on it.  I wish they did because it was just a big tease.  Seriously, I was pretty disappointed when I received Vichy samples since I know you can get those for free at Shoppers or Rexall if you just ask.  It's not the product, I love Vichy, but paying for the sample is disappointing.  *Double Sigh* The blending sponge reminds me of Sonia Kashuk Sponge sold only in Target (US).  Too bad it was not the Beauty Blender.  At least there was a lip balm (Mereadesso), which I love - maybe it is my addiction talking.  Basing on the box on Mereadesso, Blue Lagoon, and Lancome it is not a bad box.  Two more boxes to go...do I continue with my subscription or cancel...

Did you like your box?

Fall Edition 2012 Luxebox by Loosebutton ~Unboxing

Finally!

This box contains:
Philosophy: Hope in a Jar
Full Size 2 oz @ $52, Sample Size 0.25oz @ $6.50

Lancome: Defincils mascara
Full Size 6.5ml @ $31, Sample Size 2.07ml @ $9.87
Chateline 100 Beauty Winner

Guerlain: La Petite Robe Noire (Eau De Parfum Spray)
Full Size 1.60 oz @ $90, Sample Size 0.16 @ $9

Moroccanoil: Luminous HairSpray
Full Size 300 ml @ $24, Sample Size 75ml @ $6
Received in my December Luxe box.

Sally Hansen: Salon Effect Real Nail Strips
Full Size = Sample Size $8.97

Calvin Klein: Beauty Lotion
Full Size 6.7oz @ $43.22, Sample Size 1 oz @ $6.45

Calvin Klein: Beauty Parfum Spray
Full Size 4.25oz @ $115, Sample Size 0.04 @ $1.08

LooseButton: Exfoliating Pad
Full Size = Sample Size 
This is a nice little extra

The value of my box is $47+

The Bottom Line
Product received - 4/5
The surprise - 3/5
Favourite product received - Sally Hansen
Brownie Points - Nice new box
Overall reaction - It is an improvement from the last box I received back in May.  I have already have a mini size Hope in a Jar moisturizer but I do like it.  Oh boy, another mascara I still have too many to go through.   However, I have heard Lancome makes the best mascara.  I dont know why, but I've received a Moroccanoil hairspray in my December Luxebox - bummer.

Do you like this month's box?

Upgraded

So you must have heard that Loosebutton is now going to do a quarterly boxes instead of monthly ones.
I guess there is just too much customers that they cant handle the pressure of the monthly boxes.

There are 3 payment plans:

$26 per quarter ($26 per box)
$50 per semi-annual ($25 per box)
$96 per annual ($24 per box)

The schedule of the boxes will be the Fall (Aug), Winter (Nov), Spring (Feb), Summer (May)

You have the choice of receiving the last June box and then opt into the quarterly program or opt in into the new seasonal boxes so I wont receive my first box until August.

After some consideration I have chosen to receive the seasonal boxes and picked the quarterly payment plan.
Unfortunately I am sure if I will continue with Loosebutton but let's see what happens after two boxes.

The Luxe box will now be the most expensive box of the four companies (topbox, Glossybox, and Glymm box).

So in the end we will be paying more for less.
Better be a damn good box.

What did you choose?

May 2012 Luxebox by Loosebutton

Just received a surprise this afternoon.
Once again they had made this box bigger than usual.

This month's box included:

Cargo - Blue_Ray High Definition Lip Gloss (Panama)
Full Size = Sample Size $25

This is my second Cargo lip gloss.  The first one was from my topbox.  I still think the time strip is a cool idea.  I have so much lip gloss to go through...

Orlane - Oligo Vitalizing Scrub
Full Size 75ml @ $42, Sample Size 3.5ml @ $1.96

I love to try a new face scrub.  After I've tried it, it was decent.  It is not as good as the one I am thinking of purchasing.  I will give it a few my tried but for this price, it is a bit pricey than the other brand.

Paco Rabanne
Black XS L'Exces For Her
Full Size 50ml @ $74, Sample Size 1.2ml @ $1.78
Black XS L'Exces For Him
Full Size 50ml @ $78, Sample Size 1.2ml @ $1.87

Bugger, more perfume samples.  Wait, have I seen these in previous month's box...  I do like the smell but not sure if it is right for summer.  I am saving the men's for either my husband or my brother.

MoroccanOil
Intense Hydrating Hair Mask
Full Size 250 ml @ $38, Sample Size 75ml @ $11.40

Perfect!  Never tried a Hair Mask before.  I think this is a great sample size.  Can't wait to try it.  My hair is so dry right now so I am hoping this will hydrate it.

Inside the Bath and Body Box:
Gillette Venus & Olay 5 blade razor (Well.ca $14.99)

I cant believe how much razors cost.  I really think it is a rip off.  I think razors cost the company a few bucks to make but charge the customers an arm and a leg for it.  This one looks interesting to try because it has Olay moisturizer bars.  I wonder if they might provide a wax removal sample.  I would love to try it...

Olay Regenerist Wrinkle Revolution Complex
Full Size 50ml Well.ca @ $37.99 or Walmart @ $33.47
Sample Size 7ml @ $4.69 (per Walmart)

Already received this sample from P&G sample pack.
I feel so old when companies send me anti-aging samples...Hahahaha
If companies starts sending me Poise & Polygrip samples...I dont know if I should just laugh or cry.

Total Value of the box: approx $61


The Bottom Line

My experience with this month's box - 3/5
Product received - 3/5
The surprise - 3/5
Favourite product received - MoroccanOil
Brownie Points - Received plenty of samples
Overall reaction - It's a bigger box...Meh...

What did you receive?
Do you like this month's box?

April 2012 Luxe Box by Loosebutton

I was excited to receive this month's box.
I was very curious to see what was in this first in line (FIL) selection.
I am not a big fan of FIL.  I think it creates trouble, problems, and issues.
I don't mind it once in awhile.

I saw something interesting on FIL.
I selected Panty by Post.
I was about to request nail polish but I thought why not try something fun and interesting.
My only concern is the size...hope it fits...
Panty by Post is a subscription where you receive panties in the mail each month... :0
I think it is a neat idea but it starts at $30 a pop but if you sign for a 3, 6, or 12 months subscription the cost per pair decreases.
Once in awhile they had a promotion for new customers where a single panty cost $10 (taxes & shipping included)

I will review on the panty when it arrives within 1-2 weeks as per Loosebutton.
However, on Panty's facebook page they mentioned that they sent most of the shipment on April 26th - I cant wait!!

This month's box includes:

Seche - Ridge Filling Base Coat
Full size 15ml @ $7, Sample size 3.6 ml @ $1.68
I can't wait to try this.  Just the other day I was thinking of purchasing the full size too.

Biosilk - Silk Therapy
Full size 360ml @ $55, Sample size 15 ml @ $2.29
Wow, someone is reading my mind.  I was looking at this at Costco & Winners thinking if I should buy it.  Now I can try it before I make my decision.  That is great!


Pantene Pro-V Aqua Light
Shampoo Full size 375ml @ $6, Sample size 50ml @ $0.80
Condition Full size 375ml @ $6, Sample size 50ml @ $0.80
Sometimes if you are lucky you can get these for free.  I already have the full size bottles and I do love it.  I am glad they came in the bottles instead of the packages.  I dont mind them.

Panty By Post
Full size $12 - $30
I wonder what the sample size will be...Hahaha, I crack myself up.

Total value of this month's box $35+ (I assume it is worth $30)


The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's box - 4.5/5
Product received - 4.5/5
The surprise - 5/5
Brownie Points - Get to try a new subscription
Overall reaction - Can't wait to see what I will receive from Panty By Post

Do you like this month's box?  What did you received?

March 2012 Luxe Box

Surprise!
Just received mine this morning and I was not expecting it.
I was wondering what happened to my tracking number and I received it in the evening...LOL
I was just thinking about this box this morning.  Hahaha

This month is Loosebutton's first birthday...Happy Birthday.

This month's box:

Kerastase - hair mask
Full size 200ml @ $60, sample size 30ml @ $9
This hair mask is alot of work.  First after I towel dry my clean hair, I am suppose to put on the product, wrap it in hot towel, leave it for 5 mins and then wash.  Once I have the chance to try this I wont be purchasing this product.  I don't have the time to jump in and out and back into the shower with two kiddies in the house.

DDF - cream
Full size 48g @ $140, sample size 14g @ $40.83
This product was in others previous month's box.  I cant believe that this sample is worth $40+.  I hope I don't fall in love with it because I can't afford it.

Cargo - Glitter Top Coat
Full size 2.8g @ $18 = sample size
This was my first in line pick.  I didn't like the selections they had.  They were OK.  I missed out on the eye shadow...not sure if I am happy about it or not. :)  Don't put this on the bottom eye lid...it burned...maybe I did it wrong.

My Scent, created by Loosebutton
CK one - Shock for her, Full size 50 ml @ $45
Vera Wang - Lovestruck, Full size 50 ml @ $79
Marc Jacobs - Oh, Lola!, Full size 50 ml @ $79
I like Marc Jacobs the best of them all - of course I like the expensive one. :)
Didn't I mentioned that they have to hold back on the perfume samples?  It is getting too much.  Now I have alot more perfume samples than before.  I even gave them "feedback" on their last "survey".  I guess they dont read them...so what is the point of filling out one?

Bonus:
CK One - Shock for Him
Full size 100 ml @ $65, sample size 15ml @ $9.75 (info from The Bay)
I received a bonus for my hubby to use.  I know he will like this one.  I like it.  I am thinking of saving it for Father's Day coming up in June.

Total worth of this month's box $78+


The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's box - 4/5
Product received - 4/5
The surprise - 5/5 (It came in the mailbox without me knowing)
Favourite product received - DDF cream
Brownie Points - Received a bonus for my hubby
Overall reaction - Wow, alot of perfume.  Wow, that is one expensive cream.  Must be laced with gold.

Did you get yours yet?  What did you receive?

You can read my last two month boxes here - January and February

February 2012 Luxebox by Loosebutton

I am glad they took away the first in line emails...unless I missed it...
This month's box is red for Valentine's Day that happened last week.
They teamed up with Flare magazine for promotional purposes.

This month's Luxe box:

Joico: K-Pak Revitaluxe
Full size 150ml @ $27, sample size 50ml @ $9
It smells OK.  I have used other Joico hair product before so I don't mind trying this one.

DKNY: Pure DKNY Verbena
Full size 50ml @ $80 or 100ml @ $105, sample size 7ml $11.25 or $7.35
I dont like the smell.  It is too blah.  I like the CK more since it came in a rollerball than a little bottle.  I am starting to built a sample collection of perfumes samples...it is getting a bit out of hand.

Mereadesso: Beautiful Body Balm
Full size 200ml @ $54, sample size 30ml @ $8.10
I like the smell.  It almost smells like it has some citrus in it.  It is a great size for my purse but I don't think I will be repurchasing this since it is too expensive.

Lise Watier: 24 Hours Glam Mascara
Full size 8ml @ $22, sample size 5ml @ $13.75
It is a good size sample.  I like the animal print on the container.  I also have a growing collection of mascara.

*Bonus*
Mereadesso: Face & Neck Toning Gel
Full size 50ml @ $120, sample size 7ml @ $16.80 (plus a entry for a giveaway)
I have already received this sample before in my September so it is not a surprise to me.

Plus they gave a gift card for $25 off when you spend $75+ at DEALUXE.  I don't shop there because everything is so expensive.

Total worth of this box is $55+

The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's box- 3/5
Product received - 3/5
The surprise - 3/5
Favourite product received - Mereadesso Beautiful Body Balm

I am not sure what the Valentine's Day surprise is.  On Facebook, people were guessing chocolates, message oils, red lipstick, red nail polish, and I guessed gift certificates to La Senza or Victoria Secret.  So, I don't think there was a surprise.  I don't think a red box would be considered a surprise...does it?  Very strange.

Once again I missed out on some good items.  I have read some people received the Benefit's Sunbeam (golden bronze highlighter) and Dermalogical's Daily Microfoliant.  Hopefully, I might get something similar in my next month's box.

You can read my previous Luxe boxes here:
September, October, November, December, and January.

Did you receive yours yet?
What did you get?

January 2012 Luxe Box

It is the end of the month and their January Luxe box finally came.
The reason why, you can read it here.

This is my 5th box - I have their September, October, November, and December box.
My favourite box is the November so far.

When I picked up the box the first thing I noticed is it's bigger.
There were two boxes inside!
I was so excited to open it.

The first box (black box):

Yves Rocher: Rouge Dragee Lipstick
Full size 3.5g @ $5 ($4.95 as per their website) = sample size
It is OK.  I am not a big fan of lip stick.  I am more of a lip gloss/lip balm person.  It is smooth when I put it on.  It is more orangy than red on me.  This was in other subscriber's previous month box.

NYX: Eye shadow
Full size 2.5g @ $5 = sample size
The colour I have is Dust Sparkle.  It is very light.  I have lots of glittery eye shadow.  Too bad it was not a solid colour.  Last month I received their black eye liner, you can read it here.

Chloe: Eau De Parfume
Full Size 50ml @ $90 = sample size 5ml @ $9
It came in a cute little bottle.  This was another product from previous month box.  I am not a big fan of this perfume.  My husband didn't like it on me.  He found it too strong.  :(

Chi: Silk Fusion
Full size 180ml @ $33 = sample size 15ml @ $2.75
It came in a tiny bottle and it might last me 3 or 4 washes since I have long hair.  It has a oily texture like any other hair product.  I think I have seen this product before???  I can't remember.

Bonus - Seattle's Best Coffee
Full size 340g @ $9.99 = sample size 56g @ $1.65
Plus a $1 off coupon
I don't drink coffee and my husband prefers either Starbucks or Tim Horton's.  Will have to give this away to either my mom or my sister in-law.   :(

The second box (white box):

I received a 5 blade Schick Hydro Silk razor that is worth $13.99 plus it came with $4 off coupon for replacement blades.  I think this is nice but unfortunately I have a collection of razors...don't ask me why.
Too bad it didn't come with free sample of shaving gel but it came with Fekkai Advance Shampoo and Conditioner sample.  If I purchase them at Shoppers Drug Mart I received 8,000 points which is worth $10 (I think).  I am not a big fan with these shampoo samples - only good for one wash.  I consider this cheapo sample :) .  I like the travel size and once in awhile I get them for free.  I will estimate the sample might be worth $2.00.

The worth of this box is approximately $39+

Overall, I am depressed receiving this box because I could not get one of the Benefit cosmetic they had available.  I was not chained to my computer so I didn't get the email until later that evening.  By then all the samples were gone.  :(  I was one of the unfortunate ones who lucked out & I wanted to cry...Boo

December Luxe Box by Loose Button ~ #UNBOXING

Yeah!
Received my box full of goodies in the mail.
I couldn't wait to open my Luxe Box's Holiday Edition.
You can also read my September, October and November boxes here.

To see more photos - please watch my video

The package:
Yves Rocher: cream - full size 50mL @ $52 (on sale $28.50); sample 15mL @ $15.60 (on sale $8.58)
This cream smells wonderful.  I don't usually buy anything from Yves Rocher but this is a nice treat.
It is not too greasy and it is great for the winter when my skin gets really dry.

Moroccan Oil: Hairspray - full size 300mL @ $24; sample 75mL @ $6
This is to replace last month Moroccan Oil hair cream because it expired in March.  I don't use hair spray so I will most likely give it away.

Moroccan Oil: Shampoo - full size 240 mL @ $22; sample 70mL @ $6.42
This is an extra treat #1 because of the expired product they have given to us.  I can't wait to try it.

Moroccan Oil: Conditioner - full size 240 mL @ $21; sample 70mL @ $6.13
Extra treat #2 because of the expired product they have given to us.  Conditioners do not last long for me.  I have long hair so I hope I can get enough sample to try it for a few washes.

Nina Ricci: L'Air - full size 50 mL @ $72; sample 1.2mL @ $1.73
This smell so nice.  I believe this is more for a night on the town.  My husband thinks it smells like Christmas.  I think it smells like the forest/trees...so I guess that is why my husband thinks it smells like Christmas.

Nina Ricci: L'Elixir - full size 50 mL @ $65; sample 1.2mL @ $1.56
This has a fruitier smeller.  I think this is great during the day.  My husband like this one more.

NYX: eye pencil - full size 1 g @ $4 = sample - Yeah
Black is great.  It goes with everything.  I found NYX is very popular and in Canada you can only purchase it in selected drug store - usually in Rexall/Pharma Plus.  I am glad to get to try this because this is my first product by NYX.

Don't forget the limited edition chocolate coin with their logo on it.  That was gone in seconds.

So the total value of this month's box is $41+ (includes regular price Yves Rocher & last month product replacement.)

The Bottom Line
My experience with Luxe Box- 5/5
Product received - 4/5
The surprise - 5/5
Favourite product received - Moroccan Oil Shampoo & Conditioner

I enjoyed receiving and opening my box this month.  I get to try many new items I have never used before.  I am super happy to received it before Christmas.

Merry Christmas / Happy Holidays / Season's Greetings.

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Virtual hugs!

Ta ta for now.

November Luxe Box Review

I was so happy to find my November Luxe Box yesterday afternoon.
I love surprises.

More information on Luxe Box by Loose Button click here.
It is a little late but as long it gets to me I am a happy person :P

So this is what I received:

Lise Watier - eye glitter liner

I can't wait to try this.  Just in time for the holidays.  I am going to a birthday party this weekend and I will be putting this on.

Pur Minerals - foundation primer

I know some people has already received this one in the previous box but I have always wanted to try a product by Pur Minerals so I can't wait.  One of my friends raves about Pur Minerals so I hope I will like it.

Moroccan Oil - styling cream

I am not sure what this is.  Cream for your hair?  Is it like styling gels or leave in conditioner for your hair?  It is nice and light.  So it is like a leave in conditioner.

Benefit Cosmetics - moisture prep toning lotion

A cool sample of Benefit Cosmetics.  I see this all the time when I go into Sephora but never sure if I should buy it.  I love the bottle.  It is so small and cute!  Don't throw it out once you are done.  You can re-use it or re-fill it and put it your purse/suitcase/gym bag/locker/nap sack, etc...

Teaopia - cactus fig tea

** The Bonus** I love tea.  I drink it every day.  I love Teaopia, especially the samples they give out in front of the store.  I love the smell.  My husband and I tried it.  We both enjoyed it.  I will use my 20% off coupon soon.  I also love the tin can.  Dont forget to re-use it!

The summary:
Lise Watier: eye glitter; full size - 6 ml @ $18, sample size 2.5 ml @ $7.50
Pur Mineral: primer - full size 30 ml @ $31, sample size 10 ml @ $10.33
Moroccan Oil: styling cream - full size 250 ml @ $32, sample size 75 ml @ $9.60
Benefit Cosmetics: toning lotion - full size 177.4 ml @ $29, sample size 8.9 ml @ $1.45
Teaopia: tea - full size 50g @ $7, sample size = full size = one happy momma
Grand total: $35+

Base on what I have read so far I think everyone will receive the Benefit toning lotion and the Teaopia sample.
Others will receive maybe a product by Lise Watier like a powdered eye shadow, Neiges perfume or plump gloss (I have received that last month).
Some will received a Body balm/Lip Treatment by Mereadesso, Poise Tint/Total Moisture Facial Cream by Benefit, Essie nail polish (last month's box), Dermalogica Skin Prep Scrub, or even E.L.F eye shadow.

As you can see, the list goes on and on.
So it is like a draw.  You will never know what you might received.  Your box will be either the same or totally different than others.

I am happy with my box.  I would have love to try the other items too since I have only received 4 items plus the bonus where as other received 5 samples plus the bonus.  Oh well, I like my box anyways.

I can't wait for my December box.  I wonder if they will do something exciting and special for Christmas.
Toodles!