Birchbox is a UK beauty subscription service that sends beauty boxes to their subscribers containing 5 goodies every month. You don’t have to worry about lifelong commitments or any contracts, you can cancel anytime with a monthly subscription – no fuss whatsoever! The monthly subscription costs only £10 per month! You can edit your beauty profile on their site in order to ensure you get sent products that are suitable for your skin/hair type and personal preferences. Birchbox is so great for discovering new brands and products. I have been subscribed to Birchbox for over a year now and I look forward to receiving their boxes every month. I’ve gone on to buy lots of the things I’ve received because I have loved them so much. Every box you receive is beautifully packaged, some months are designed and inspired by artists and companies. I use some of the older boxes to store makeup in too as the designs are too pretty to throw away!
If you want to see last month’s review, click here!
This month’s beautiful box is in collaboration with the British stationery gods over at ‘Ohh Deer‘. I absolutely bloody love this company – I’m even subscribed to their stationary subscription service too (click here for my November Papergang box review).
The January Birchbox is a pretty good mixture of skincare and makeup. This month seemed to have less well known brands than some of the other months, but the products are still all lovely. We were also given a cute little sheet of stickers too which I’m loving as they’re perfect for putting in my bullet journal/blog planner.
(FULL SIZE) Lord & Berry – Blusher Crayon in Peach : RRP £8
First up we have a crayon blusher. I picked this last month in advance (Birchbox usually offers this for every box – you can pick one of two products) because I knew it would be a good colour for more summery makeup looks. At first I was a bit terrified when I swatched this because I’d gotten so used to wearing dark coloured makeup over the Winter months but I reckon it’ll be an easy transition once Spring arrives (asap please because I’m fed up of it getting dark by 4 o’clock). I also like that it’s super creamy in it’s consistency so it’s easy apply and to blend in. I wasn’t sure about the whole ‘crayon’ idea however it’s meant I’ve been able to put the blusher exactly where I want it. I use a dewy foundation anyway so I prefer makeup that glides onto my face rather than putting something powdery or dry on top of it. I’ve also always loved using peachy/coral coloured lip and cheek products during Summer so I will definitely be keeping this around to test whilst I’m on holiday! It will definitely save me some space in my makeup bag as I won’t need to carry a whole compact and a brush. If this product takes your fancy, get yourself one here.
Marcelle – Waterproof Eyeliner in Charcoal : RRP £10.99
I always forget how much of a difference eyeliner makes. I keep thinking ” Something doesn’t look right, what’s missing ?” and it’s always eyeliner! This product really excited me as it’s waterproof. I hate getting panda eyes a few hours into my day or after a sobbing through an episode of Grey’s Anatomy so I tend to look for waterproof products – especially when it comes to eye makeup. This eyeliner stays put and doesn’t budge for a good few hours, I only had to touch it up once in a whole day – very impressed! Grab one here!
Thermaliv – Night Cream : £21
I have always loved night creams, masks and treatments as they’re so simple and easy to use. Just plonk them on and all you have to do is go to sleep to wake up feeling fresh faced and ready to go. This product contains sea chamomile and vitamin E which leaved the skin feeling nourished and plump. It is quite pricey though so I’m not sure if I would buy the full sized version once this sample has run out. However, if this sounds like something you’d be interested, you can get yourself one here!
Paul & Joe Beauty – Moisturising Foundation Primer in 01 Dragee : RRP £24
I’ve recently started using primers and I’ve really noticed a differenced in how my makeup applies once it’s on. It makes such a good base for my foundation so I was super pleased to see this product in this month’s box. This primer is enriched with botanical extracts providing extra moisture for your skin as well as having a subtle gold shimmer that creates a healthy and dewy look which I am all about. I really recommend this product, so if you want to check it out, you can do so here!
Afterspa – Amazing Makeup Remover : RRP £5.50
I cannot get over how unbelievably soft this product is. It removes any kind of makeup including mascara and waterproof eyeliner – SAY WHAT? It isn’t necessarily as easy as a makeup wipe but it certainly saves you some dosh given it apparently lasts up to 1,000 washes! All you have to do is soak it in warm/hot water and you’re ready to go. It’s a great idea plus it also is a great option for people that have sensitive skin. Grab it here if you want to check it out for yourself!
Overall I think this box is great value for money. One of the products is full sized and it costs £15 – whereas the box itself costs £10. I think there was a good mixture of skincare and makeup in this month’s box
Let me know if you are subscribed to Birchbox and what you thought of this box or if you are subscribed to any other beauty boxes, I would love to know!
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The geometry of the packaging is so cute. I would keep it as a storage box after.
C x
It’s so cute isn’t it! I always keep them to store makeup in x
I have not heard of Ohh Deer before but I adore the box. Great contents too
Yeah I would recommend checking them out, but Birchbox often collaborate with other brands and the boxes are always stunning x
What a beautiful box – ideal to gift to a friend or gift to yourself haha x
Yes! I always re use them x
This looks like a lovely box from Birchbox this month. I wouldn’t mind trying that foundation at all, I am a fan of Paul & Joe I have to admit.
Oooh really? I’ve never heard of them before this month’s box! x
I absolutely love that box, it’s so beautiful. I’m going to check out Oh Deer.
Ooh I hope you like their stuff as much as I do! xx
Love subscription boxes, and this box from Birchbox looks lovely and can be the perfect gift for family.
They’re like presents every month! Yeah it’s a great one to give to a family member as they also do Birchbox man x
I think this is a great box for beauty lovers and can see the appeal for subscription. I’m interested in the primer as I’d love to have that glow more in my skin. Joys of being a mum haha
Yes it’s fab and definitely one of my favourite subscription services! The primer has worked wonders since this post, it gives such a nice flow to my makeup look x
Oh I love the look of this! The packaging is so funky and that eye liner looks great! I love the blusher crayon too, such a pretty colour!
This box had some really great makeup bits in it! I’ve been using all of these as part of my daily makeup look too! x
The birch box sounds wonderful and not too expensive either, it gives you the perfect opportunity to sample new products.
Yes it’s definitely introduced me to so many new brands and products x
It is a lovely looking box with some fab products inside. I think it is a nice way to treat yourself without going over the top, and something to look forward to.
Yeah it’s so lovely to get every month plus it’s within my budget! x
This looks a great month from Birchbox. I really love the box too! The Paul & Joe primer sounds fab, especially if it gives you a bit of a glow.
I used it earlier today and it makes my whole complexion seem so much brighter x
That eyeliner sounds great for that price – especially if it doesn’t budge for hours. I cannot believe you can get so much for £10 subscription.
Yeah it’s fab! x
I stopped getting all my subscription boxes ages ago and I always get box envy when I read someone else’s posts about them. This seems like a really good box, loving the Lord & Berry blusher crayon x
Hahaha I know the feeling! This month’s was fabulous x