Fine-One-One
Full Size: 8g @ $36; paper sample, usage once or twice-no value
Total Value $49+
The Bottom Line Product received - 4/5 The Surprise - 5/5 - It came early! A whole week early.... Favourite product received - Dandelion Powder
Overall reaction - *Chant* I hope I get it, I hope I get it, I hope I get it. <Unwrapped the box> Score!!!
Yes, I was hoping to get this box since I don't have many of their products. I was not sure what was the likelihood of me getting this box. I do hope most people received what they have chosen. Also this box's theme is Chinese New Year which I will be celebrating with my family this weekend. It feels like it has been awhile since they launch a good box out. I wonder what they might have in store for the next few months.
The Bottom Line Product received - 2.5/5
The surprise - 3/5
Favourite product received - Clarifying Lotion
Overall reaction - It felt like I bought one of Clinique's gift with purchase that they promote every few months. I have mixed feelings on this box. I do like Clinique there is nothing wrong with them but they give away these for free if we spend $36+. I feeling I am missing something like...a full size Clinique product, just saying.
I love their Clarifying Lotion #3. I have been using it for over 10+ years. It is only been recently I have been branching out.
You wont believe the stress I went through to get this special edition Topbox
In the end I did manage to receive one and I am glad that I did.
In a pretty pink tube I received:
Plumpissimo Le Gloss - Nude
Full Size 6.2 ml @ $21, Sample Size 1.5 ml @ $5.08
Hydrasmart 3D Hydration Gel-Creme
Full Size 50 ml @ $40, Sample Size 30 ml @ $24
For normal and combination skin.
Frisson Neiges Twist & Spray Set Purse Set with Refill
Full Size 30ml @ $40, 50ml @ $59, Sample Size 2 vials 20ml each @ $26.67 each (I assumed) Could this be a full size sample?
The value of the this box is $82+ (I think my calculations are wrong)
The Bottom Line Product received - 5/5
The surprise - 5/5
Favourite product received - Frisson Neiges
Overall reaction - I am floored when I opened my box. I assumed it would be mini size samples, instead these are good deluxe size samples. I am very picky with my perfumes but this one smells really good. The hydration gel-creme is really good too. It absorbs into my skin very quickly and it said it will lock in the moisture for 24 hours.
I think they should included in the survey to ask which Shoppers Drug Mart is the closest to you so they know how many to ship in each store and supply a few excess in case. I hope they will issue special edition boxes more often in the future. In my opinion, I rather head over to Shoppers than Holts. Two reasons, because Shoppers is within walking distance to me and I can afford things in Shoppers than Holts...but that is my opinion.
I hope this would be available across Canada next year.
Benefit: They're Real! Mascara
Full Size 8.5g @ $29, Sample Size 3g @ $10.24
I love to try products from Benefit...but why does it have to be mascara... I would like to know does anyone can finish a tube of mascara? At least it not gold glitter - Hahahahaha
Ainhoa: Olive Facial Day & Night Cream
Full Size 50ml @ $45, Sample Size 10ml @ $9
Something new! Cant wait to try it out.
M.Asam: Perfect Teint
Full Size 50ml @ $42, Sample Size 5ml @ $4.20
Received this in my past Glymm box. This has made my skin silky smooth.
Vasanti Cosmetics: BrightenUp! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator
Full Size 120g @ $34, Sample Size 20g @ $5.67
I don't care if I received this before. I absolutely love this product! Just ran out of my little samples that I even purchased the full size bottle. When I purchased this at Shoppers Drug Mart, the SA raved about it. She said it is one of the best cleanser she has. I agree! I kinda knew I will be receiving this because over on Vasanti's Facebook page they mentioned they were getting ready to supply a batch of their Brighten UP! to a beauty sample box.
The value of my box is $29+
The Bottom Line Product received - 4/5
The surprise - 3/5
Favourite product received - Vasanti's Brighten Up!
Overall reaction - It's not a bad box. I have tried two out of the four products. Topbox has mentioned that starting with this box there will be at least one makeup products. I am interested to see what they have in stock. I am hoping I may receive mineral powder or foundation in the future.
I love brushes. I dont have many of them. However, I was not impress with my last brush. The handle came off after using it a few times. I could glue it back on but I dont believe it should have done that.
Summer Travel Extra Pink Wipes
Full Size 15 pcs @ $12, Sample Size 1 pkg @ $0.80
I have always wanted to try Nexxus. I have always seen this product promoted on CityLine. I cant wait to try it.
The value of my box is $55+
The Bottom Line Product received - 4/5
The surprise - 4/5 (Meh)
Favourite product received - Nexxus
Brownie Points - Extra Products
Overall reaction - Boo, more brush...I hope it does not fall apart like the last one. I am not a big fan of perfume samples but I saw the cute packaging for Marc Jacob's Dot - I wish I had one.
I received mine really late than usual.
My box took a mini detour.
This month box:
Stila: Forever Your Curl Mascara
Full Size 0.24 fl oz @ $29, Sample Size 0.12 fl oz @ $14.50
It is a good size sample. I really like the applicator. It does not irritate my eyes. Not sure it lengthens my lashes as it claims to do. I doubt there are any mascaras out there can lengthen Asian eye lashes.
Pari Beauty: Precious Glow
Full Size 10ml @ $15, Sample Size - unknown
At first I thought it was a lip gloss when I saw the applicator until I read the information card that it is a liquid shimmer lotion. It can be used as a eye primer or highlighter. I love these make-ups that has more than one uses.
Get Creamed Body: Naked Decadence Salon Hair Wash
Full Size 240ml @ $22, Sample Size 60ml @ $5.50
Wow! Did you smell the stuff? It has a strong medicine smell. I have never heard of the company so I will give it a whirl...I wonder if it is like Wen...
Bread & Butter SkinCare
Full Size = Sample Size 90ml @ $11.67
This is the father day sample I asked to receive. I might be keeping this instead of giving it to my hubby...and I know I am not the only one. I saw that if you didn't choose a gift for father's day you would have received the Stila: BB Cream...I guess I would have like that too.
*Bonus* Simple Eye make-up remover
Full Size 125ml @7.97 (Walmart.ca), Sample Size 56ml @ $3.57
Already received this from May's Glossybox. I dont mind it. I think it is really good. I am even thinking of purchasing the full size when I am all out of my makeup remover.
Garnier BB Cream
Full Size 75ml @ $15.97 (Walmart.ca), Sample Size 1.5ml @ $0.32 x 3pkg = $0.96
I already have the full size...it is OK, nothing special. I noticed others have the Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Daily Conditioner if you didn't choose the Father Day gift option. Too bad, I would have love to try it.
The total value of this box is $36+
The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's box - 4.5/5
Product received - 4.5/5
The surprise - 5/5
Favourite product received - Bread & Butter
Brownie Points - Many good size products
Overall reaction - Finally! Stupid Canada Post...
It's an exciting day.
My box took a little detour to the post office hang out so I had to pick it up.
It's all good. At least I know where it is.
This month's box includes:
Bella Pella - Tropical Flowers Body Lotion
Full size 175ml @ $15.95, samples size 30ml @ $2.73
I love lotions. This one smells so good. It absorbs really fast and really moisturizes my hands. Great size to put into my purse.
Misa Nail Polish - Should i? #167
Full size = sample size 15ml @ $8.99
I like to receive nail polishes. The one I received is pale pink. It is so light it has no colour. I guess I can use this as a base coat.
Lise Watier - tinted moisturizer
Full size 40ml @ $35, samples size 2ml @ $1.75
Wow, it really hydrates my skin. Dries quickly, not smelly, and not sticky. This is a great product. I might consider purchasing this item once I am finish the BB cream I have.
Benefit - the POREfessional
Full size 22ml @ $34, samples size 7.5ml @ $11.59
Yeah! I cant wait to try this. It was one of the items I was thinking of purchasing but didn't know if it works. I am glad to try this sample for a few days.
Sponsored Ad - Cargo: Blu_ray
Included a pressed powder for us to try.
The total value of this box is $25+
The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's box - 4.5/5
Product received - 4.5/5
The surprise - 5/5
Favourite product received - Benefit's POREfessional
Brownie Points - first box this month
Overall reaction - Yeah! received my first sample from Benefit & nail polish (boo on the colour)
Do you like this month's box? What did you received?
I love getting things in the mail besides the bill.
There was a rumour that this month's box theme was make-up because last month was all about hair.
This will be my fourth box, you can read my previous topbox here - November, December, and January.
It is currently still sold out but I heard that it might go back on sale this month for the month of June.
Good Luck! *Update* Sold Out in 15 mins...
This month's box:
Yves Saint Laurent - Mascara
Full size: $36, sample size $9 (I assume 1/4 of the size)
Oh my, I can't wait to try this. Never tried this brand before. Good size sample - like from free gift with purchase sample.
Yves Saint Laurent - Touche Eclat (concealer)
Full size: $50, sample size $0 (something you might get from a magazine)
Too bad we only get a tiny magazine size sample. Enough for maybe one time use. Not very pleased with this sample.
LillyPilly - Kakadu Plum Hand & Body Creme
Full size: 150ml @ $22, sample size $1 (estimated guess)
Received two little sample packages. Too bad it is so small, might get two uses out of it. Maybe it is because we received a deluxe size last month and this is only a smell tester of a different scent for us to try. Kinda not worth bothering putting in this month's box.
Pari Beauty - Eyeshadow #54
Full size: 2g @ $11, sample size = full size (yeah!)
It is a very pretty eye shadow I can actually use. It is purple with a little hint of gold in it.
C. Booth Derma Skincare - Hand & Nail cream
Full size: 120g @ $16, sample size = full size (yeah!)
When I put it on it smells like Jergen's or Curel's hand cream. Made my hands all nice and smooth. I love hand creams.
The total worth of this box is $28+
I am very happy to receive my two full size sample and a deluxe size but then mini samples are kinda disappointing. *Meh*
The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's Topbox - 3.5/5
Product received - 3.5/5
The surprise - 4/5
Favourite product received - C. Booth Derma Hand cream
Brownie Points - Arrived on time without delays
Hope everyone is having a great day.
My mailman (yes he is a man) just popped by and left me my box :)
This is my third box. You can read my other two - hereand here.
For more information on topbox or to sign up, go to their website.
This is what I have received this month: Principessa Beauty: Notte Breeze Dry Shampoo
Full size is 125g @ $24, sample size is 30g @ $5.76
Dry Shampoo is all the rave this past season. I can't wait to try this on those off days when I don't have time to wash my hair. It smells great, almost better than baby powder. This product is for darker hair colour which is perfect for me.
Shu Uemura: Full Shimmer Illuminating Shampoo
Full size is 300 ml @ $45, sample size is 75ml @ $11.25
This shampoo is for colour treated hair. I have some left over from last year so I don't need to worry about getting this special type of shampoo. I will try this and I think I could get two or three washes from this tube. This smells great!
Lise Watier: Eye Shine Eyeliner
Full size is .04oz @ $17 and the sample size = full size
Yes! I love full sizes. I love the colour. It is great that they have chosen brown for me. It goes on smooth like butter unlike your regular eyeliner.
Lillypilly: Tree Tea Hand and Body Creme
Full size is 150 ml @ $22, sample size is 50ml @ $7.33
I have never heard of this company. It is nice to try out new products from companies you have never heard of. There is a faint smell of tree tea which is fine. It goes on very light and leaves my skin all nice and smooth. It is a great size for my purse.
The total worth of this box is $41+
The Bottom Line
My experience with this month's Topbox - 5/5
Product received - 4/5
The surprise - 5/5
Favourite product received - Lise Watier
Brownie Points - First box arrive at my door step
Who is Topbox?
They are another company who provides "top" brand beauty samples delivered to your door.
Please click here to read all about them or to join. I know you can't resist.
Last month was my first Topbox experience you can click here to read all about it.
My box was being held hostage at the post office again - for approx 24 hours. I guess with the extra Christmas deliveries there must be a back log.
Here it is! My December Box. My early Christmas present.
In this box I received TWO full size samples:
Cargo Cosmetics: Lip Gloss - Full Size 4.75 g @ $25 (At Sears.ca it is $24 and ebeauty.ca it is $22)
The timestrip technology is a neat idea.
Bella Pella: Glycerine Soap - Full Size 125 g @ $7.95
This smells wonderful. I was already looking at their website to see what else they sell. Too bad they dont have a location in Toronto.
Cover FX: Primer - Full Size 30 mL @ $45, Sample Size 7mL @ $10.50
It comes out clear and it made my skin pretty smooth.
Also, if I purchase it at Shoppers Drug Mart I receive additional points. I like that.
SkinCeuticals: B5 gel - Full Size 30 mL @ $78, Sample Size 5 mL @ $13 (guessing)
I love this gel. Winter months can be harsh to my skin. I find my skin dehydrated. When I put this on, it really hydrates my skin. I am glad to try this product.
The estimate worth of the box is approximately $56. It is a good monthly investment.
The Bottom Line
My experience with Topbox - 5/5
Product received - 5/5
The surprise - 5/5
Favourite product received - Bella Pella
Topbox receives brownie points:
Delivering the box early before Christmas (& other companies *wink*wink*)
Giving us a "hint" - a snap shot of the package before it is shipped off (love guessing)
Providing two full size samples (YEAH!!!)
At first I was not sure if I should sign up with Topbox because there were not much information about them. So I took a risk and I am glad I did because within a week their December, Jan, and Feb boxes were sold out. That is impressive. I hope they can keep up with the demands in the new year. Keep up with the good work.
If you have a facebook account, don't forget to "like" them because I do!!
I would love to see what the new year will bring - more goodies!!
Hallelujah!
My TopBox finally came after a few weeks of MIA (mailed incorrect address) then later taken as hostage for a day at Canada Post.
I thought I was not going to receive it.
Who is TopBox?
Another Canadian company competing with Luxe Box by Loose Button and Glymm Box.
More information on Top Box click on the link.
Cake: Hand Cream - Full Size 3.4 oz @ $18 = sample :)
Deborah Lippman: Nail polish - Full Size .50 oz @ $19.95 = sample :)
Dr Brandt: Eye Serum - Full Size .50 oz @ $85 = sample size .085 oz @ $14.45
Stila: Illuminating tinted moisturizer - Full Size 1.70 oz @ $32 = sample size .17 oz @ $3.20
Total value of the package $55+
I received a *Bonus* deluxe sample because mishap with the mailing address.
The "deluxe" sample is the Caudalie: Premier Cru cream 1.7 oz @ $150 = sample size 0.06 oz @ $5.29
I have already tried this sample from my October Glymm Box. Unfortunately, the sample is so small, I will be lucky if I can get 2 good uses out of it. I would say this is a sample, not a "deluxe" sample. I can't say I like the product and I doubt I will be spending $150 for the bottle.
I have always wanted to try Cake.
The lotion smells like vanilla cake.
I would love to try more of their products :)
My nail polish collection is grow and grow.
Deborah Lippman adds a nice touch to my pre painted nail polish.
Not sure if I will pay $20 for a nail polish.
I will be most like giving the Dr. Brandt Eye Serum to my mom.
It is too bad it does not help the dark circles under my eyes.
I was hoping to try Stila's lip gloss but instead I have the tinted moisturizer. Am I the only one? I have read/watched other blogs/youtube videos and so far everyone has the lip gloss. Very odd. I tried it and I like it. I might buy the regular size bottle...
Overall...I am happy to receive my box but I doubt my bonus makes up for the mistake/error/glitch in the system. However, I am glad that they were working really hard and posting updates to let us know the status of the package.
The Bottom Line:
Experience with my first Top Box - 2/5
Customer Service - 5/5
Products received - 4/5
The surprise - n/a
Favourite product received - Cake lotion
I cant wait for my December box.
I hope it will have a no delivery issues.
Ta ta for now.
:)
