December Birchbox Review

It is that time again – beauty box review time! Normally I review my Birchbox and Glossybox subscriptions together, but this month I wanted to separate them. (** = my favorite product(s) in the box)
December Birchbox Review | Treasure Tromp

1.  ModelCo Shine Ultra Lip Gloss, in Strip Tease:(full sized) This lip gloss from the Australian brand Model Co really surprised me – for the better! When I first saw the almost bubblegum pink color I was turned off but the color ended up looking great. It left a not too over the top, pinkish color that didn’t feel sticky (a big plus for me). The applicator also comes with a built in mirror, which I LOVE. Overall, I was impressed with this product. $16
2. **Kerastase Nutritive Nectar Thermique – Protect**: Since I have incredibly dry hair, I always look forward to samples of new leave-in conditioners. This one is recommended for those who chemically process or do heat styling with their hair. Ever since I started adding highlights I’ve realized that it is extra important to make sure I am giving my hair enough moisture. This leave-in conditioner smells great and a small amount packs quite a punch. Since it is a little bit on the pricier side I’m not sure if I’d get the full size, but I did love this product. $42
3. Juicy Couture – Juicy Couture Signature Scent: Overall, meh. The insert describes the scent as feminine and sophisticated – agree with the former but not with the latter. It seemed a bit too sweet for me, which I would not describe as sophisticated. $19-89
4. Benefit Cosmetics – it’s potent! eye cream: I was really hoping to like this product. I used it everyday for a couple of weeks and instead of noticing a fade in the circles under my eyes, the skin became extremely sensitive. So sensitive that every time I used the cream the skin began to burn. I then switched to every other day and the sensitivity went away. I think that I’ll be sticking to my other eye cream, thank you very much. $32
5. Emily’s Chocolate – Dark Chocolate Peppermint Holiday Fortunes: Delicious! Each of these cames with a cute little message inside – what a great idea! $6

Not sold on this beauty box yet? Check read my other Birchbox reviews and see the other products I’ve received. Like what you see? click here for Birchbox services.

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  • http://twitter.com/SimplyEvani SimplyEvani (@SimplyEvani)

    That’s such a bummer about the benefit eye cream, usually their stuff is such a hit for me! Have you used your rent the runway yet?

  • http://bluedogbelle.blogspot.com bluedogbelle

    I’m so jealous you got the lip gloss!

  • http://wishingoodluck.blogspot.com elle @ wishingoodluck

    I’ve been looking for a good eye cream, so I’ll have to take that one off the list. Always good to know! I already have super sensitive eyes as it is.

  • http://jointhegossip.com Leeann @ Join the Gossip

    Wow! Looks like some great products! I stopped doing BirchBox because I constantly got the same stuff while others got more variety :/

  • http://www.glossyblonde.com Niki

    I got the modelco lip gloss in a berry color and I love it! I love the color you got too! And I’m so obsessed with the Kerastase I’m on the waiting list for Birchbox to get it back in stock! It’s awesome!

  • http://gravatar.com/samanthalangan samanthalanganSam

    I need to get on board with this birchbox stuff… Can you please refer me so you’ll get the extra points? A win-win! :)

  • http://www.withoutastyle.com Kristian

    Hmmm… so interesting to see what is in the box each month.

    http://www.withoutastyle.com

  • http://www.goldenwhitedecor.com Lauren

    Great post! Thanks for the info! Hugs from Cali! xx The Golden Girls

  • http://gravatar.com/helenesula helenesula

    good to know about the eye cream. Need to try the keratase. i have heard great things and my hair is also really dry!

  • Tiffany C

    that looks like a great box! I love seeing what other people got…still debating whether I should sign up!!
    sent from Messy Dirty Hair