July 2016 - Top 5 Faves

Can I start by saying - HOW ARE WE ALREADY HALF WAY DONE WITH 2016?
Okay now on to what I'm supposed to be talking about-
Here are my Top 5 faves from all the subscription beauty boxes I received in July.

Luxie Beauty - rose gold small angle eye brush (IPSY)
Why is it a fave?
I've said it before and I'll say it again - no amount of makeup brushes is ever enough. Aside from that fact that this brush is my favorite color at the moment, the small angle allows you to create a beautiful masterpiece of eye decor.

Klorane - soothing and relaxing eye patches (Birchbox)
Why is it a fave?
From the first time I received eye patches in a subscription box, I've been addicted. Slap these cooling, relaxing patches on your under eyes and you won't only look refreshed, you'll feel refreshed.

Leighton Denny expert nails - miracle mist (Glossybox)
Why is it a fave?
I did not know a product like this even existed. My nails love to chip approximately every 1.5 days, so I am in a constant cycle of reapplying my nail polish. I will admit that I never wait as long as I should before I start trying to grab everything in sight after a fresh mani. This miracle mist helps me with that problem.

Skinny Tan - mini mitt (Beauty Box 5)
Why is it a fave?
Alright, I'm carrying on theme from my last, last top 5 faves. This tanning mitt is taking the tan towel to a whole new level. Slip this little mitt on your hand and works wonders girl!

Benefit Cosmetics - Dew the Hoola matte liquid bronzer (Play! by Sephora)
Why is it a fave?
Okay, now I'm thinking I may just have a tanning, bronzer obsession at this point. It's July and I'm not letting go of this bronzed goddess glow any time soon. This matte liquid bronzer gives you a bronzed glow without a greasy, liquid complexion.

Play! by Sephora - July 2016 - Effortless Summer

First Aid Beauty - Face Cleanser
28.3g/ 1 oz  value: $4
This face cleanser is formulated with rich botanicals and antioxidants. The cleanser s a light, whipped texture that becomes lush and creamy after application.

OUAI - Wave Spray
1.7 fl oz/ 50ml   value: $9
Give your hair an effortless, undone look with this weightless texture mist. The spray creates volume and shine for the perfect summer look.

Smashbox - Photo Finish Primer
0.25 fl oz/ 7.1ml   value: $9
Create a flawless finish with Smashbox's silky and lightweight primer. If you're trying for a softer look, mix your foundation with a touch of the primer.

BEAUTYBLENDER - Blotterazzi
*bonus: liquid blendercleanser 3ml
value: $10
This revolutionary cushion blotter is washable and reusable. The designs fits into facial contours to remove shine and absorb oil without disrupting your makeup.

Benefit Cosmetics - Dew the Hoola soft matte liquid bronzer
5ml/ 0.16 fl oz  value: $ 4.50
A liquid bronzer that is lightweight and shimmer-free is just what you need for the summer months. It creates a warm, radiant look that is sheer and seamless.

Nest Fragrances - Citrine
1.5ml/ 0.04 fl oz  sample
This month's perfume pick contains layers of fresh lotus flower and freesia mingle with bright citrus and a base of precious woods.

July Play! by Sephora total value: $36.50

Beauty Box 5 - July 2016 - Road Trip Ready

Hikari Cosmetics - Eye shadow in chestnut
*Full size* 2g/ 0.07oz  value: $13
This eye shadow is matte and the chestnut is a light, warm brown. Use in the crease of your eyelid for an everyday application.

Beauty Box 5 - Round blending brush
*Full size*  value: $10
Can't stop contouring. This full size brush from BB5 is the perfect tool to help create a fierce, blended makeup look.

Skinny Tan - Mini Mitt
*Full size*   value: $5
I am loving these tanning products and this mini mitt is adorable. Throw it in your bag for a quick tanning application.

Sweep - Rose Gold tweezers
*bonus - mini mirror
*Full size*  value: $14
Rose gold happens to be my favorite hue at the moment! The tweezers work great and the winking mirror is an adorable added bonus.

Chella - Tantalizing taupe eyebrow color pencil
*Full size* 0.09g  value: $18
The taupe hue of this eyebrow pencil should work great on everyone. The thin tip allows you to create the individual hair illusion across your brow line. No need to sharpen! This pencil is twist up.

July Beauty Box 5 total value: $60

Glossybox - July 2016

Sinful Colors - Kylie Jenner Trend Matters Satin Collection in Kafe Latte
*Full Size* 0.5 fl oz/ 15ml   value: $3
This shimmery latte shade is the beautiful addition to your nail polish collection.

Glov - Glov Quick Treat
*Full size*  one piece   value: $5
This little makeup remover fits perfectly over your finger to rid your face of makeup with only water. It is reusable for up to 3 months.

Leighton Denny Expert Nails - Miracle Mist
*Full size* 75ml/ 2.53 fl oz   value: $16
Speed up your manicure process with this miracle mist. This mist is lightweight and it contains Vitamin E to give your cuticles a boost.

Tree Hut Bare - Moisturizing Shave Oil
*Full size* 8 fl oz/ 237 ml   value: $10
Tree Hut's unique formula uses shea butter and a blend of natural oils to help prevent sensitivity. Give yourself the smooth skin you've always dreamed of.

EYEKO - Fat Stick in Satin
*Full size* 4g/ 0.14oz  value: $12
Use the fat eyeshadow stick to quickly sweep color across your lids day or night.

Fango Essenziali - Purify treatment sheet mask in Purify with lavender and Arnica
*Full size* 0.83 fl oz/ 25ml one mask  value: $7
This purifying mask is loaded with lavender oil and Arnica flower to give you oil control and tighter pores.

July Glossybox total value: $53

Birchbox - July 2016 - Rise and Shine

For my July Birchbox, I decided to go with the featured box themed "Rise and Shine"
What is included in the July featured beauty box??

Dr. Brandt - PoreDermabrasion
0.25oz/ 7.5g  value: $7
Dr. Brandt created this pore perfecting exfoliator to deep clean and refine the appearance of pores, while smoothing the appearance of skin texture. The salicylic acid unclogs pores, caviar lime brightens and lentil seed improves skin texture.

Klorane - Smoothing & Relaxing Patches with Cornflower
2 patches   value: $3.50
These under eye patches contain fast-acting botanicals that fade fine lines, dark circles and puffiness.

Milk makeup - Sunshine oil
0.1 fl oz/ 3.4ml  value: $8.50
The sunshine oil comes in a rollerball which allows you to carry it with you everywhere! Use this product to brighten while deeply hydrating your skin. Plus it gives you a dewy glow thanks to seven essential oils and it smells like sunshine.

Elizabeth Mott - It's So Big volumizing mascara
0.14 fl oz/ 4ml  value: $6.50
One swipe with this big wand and your lashes will be volumized and curled without having to worry about clumping, smudging or flaking.

Living proof - No Frizz nourishing styling cream
30ml/ 1 fl oz   value: $7
This lightweight cream blocks humidity, conditions and smooths your hair to eliminate frizz.

Bonus: Living proof shampoo & conditioner
10ml/ 0.33 fl oz each    value: $2
As an added bonus, Birchbox included this shampoo/ conditioner duo as a complement to the Living Proof styling cream. It features a patented molecule that blocks humidity and keeps hair cleaner for longer.


July Birchbox total value: $34.50

IPSY - July 2016 - Hot Summer Nights

Ipsy went with the theme "Hot Summer Nights" for their July glambag. The bag itself is a shiny metallic and decorated with, what looks like, white and pink umbrella outlines. I'm liking it!!

Mellow Cosmetics - Baked eyeshadow in Plum
*Full size* 3g/ 0.10 oz  value: $8
Ipsters who have this in their glambag cranberry color with hints of gold.

Befine - BeFine Food Skin Care night cream
1 fl oz/ 30ml  value: $6
This night cream contains cocoa, millet and rice bran. The natural estrogen works to reduce wrinkles and prevent premature aging. Wake up with a refreshed glow!


Too Face - Hangover Replenishing face primer
5g/ 0.16oz   value: $5.50
This face primer by Too Faced doubled as a moisturizer. Fake a full night's rest with the first primer to bring the probiotic's brightening benefits to beauty.


Eau Thermale Avene - Avene Thermal Spring Water
50ml/ 1.76oz  value: $9
I've received this sample in many of my subscription boxes and I love it. The soothing, calmness of the product does not irritate sensitive skin.


Luxie Beauty - Luxie Rose Gold Small Angle Eye Brush 215
*Full size*   value: $10
So I have an entire brush collection just from my subscription beauty boxes - and I'm not complaining! This brush with dense and compact bristles is a great addition. Use it to line, smudge or fill in brows.


July glambag total value: $38.50