August Birchbox Review

I am a little behind with my monthly Birchbox review. I have been traveling for work and with school starting back for E I have been a little behind in just about everything LOL. I promise once things settle down I will be back on track but in the meantime...August's review is ready to go!

I must admit, when I opened this month's box I was a little disappointed. Usually there are many things in there for me to choose from and this month I only had 5. However, I have to constantly remind myself that it is quality OVER quality and with that motto in my head I set out to test and evaluate everything.

My favorite by a landslide was definitely the ModelCo Party Proof Lipstick in Kitty. I have been on the hunt for the perfect color lipstick for a while and I have never found one I loved. I have liked a lot and I have tried to convince myself I loved every color I tried on from MAC to Cover Girl but in the end I wore it for a few days and though MEH. This color is AMAZING! It is the perfect pink. Not too bright and not too dull! The lipstick is super hydrating and one coat will last for hours! Although, I have only tried Kitty, I can't wait to use "Get Naked" and "From Dusk 'Til Dawn." This party is definitely worth attending!

I am not afraid to admit that I breakout on occasion. I sometimes find that the moisturizer I am using can contribute to that by being too oily. I liked Juicy Beauty's Oil-Free Moisturizer. It went on silky smooth and didn't leave the oily residue that other moisturizers tend to. My only compliant is that it is a little thick so you just have to remember that a little goes a long way. If you tend to be oily or breakout prone, you definitely want to try this out!

I have to admit, I didn't use the Jasmine Seven Fresh Feet Wipes quite as they were intended. Elizabeth was all dirty after running around like a crazy person in the heat and these were in my purse so I used them to clean her up. They worked great. The towelettes are alcohol free so she could wipe her face and hands off without worrying about her eyes burning. I also really liked the smell of peppermint and aloe. It had very refreshing smell with a cooling feeling. Now that I am training for the half marathon in November, I might have to order some more of these as my training intensifies!

My beauty extra this month was Miss Jessie's Original Super Slip Sudsy Shampoo. I have received some other of the Miss Jessie hair products in my boxes in the past so I was excited to try this shampoo. I was happy with it. It wasn't my favorite item in the box but it was still good. I am not sure if it helped fight any frizz but it was able to detangle my hair easier. It was also a plus that I didn't have to use conditioned with this either. Thanks Miss Jessie...you are slowly convincing me that I need to upgrade shampoo's to a more expensive nonTarget brand LOL!

Lastly this month in my box was Violet Oasis's 100% Organic Argan Oil. I have to say I was a little disappointed with this Argan Oil. I am a big fan of Morrocan Oil and this one seemed to be a runner up. Now I must say that the smell was wonderful but it didn't wow me. I haven't used it on my face and neck yet as I tend to breakout but I am hoping it will be a great nightly moisturizer. I will definitely keep you updated on that!

If you haven't checked out Birchbox yet, definitely take a look! The waiting list is well worth the wait. I am a big fan. I can't wait until my September box gets here. Always remember to stay calm and remember...Birchbox ships on the 10th. Until tomorrow...

Love Always,
Katie