Target Beauty Box Summer 2015

I just got my Target Beauty box Summer 2015 in the mail. I am so excited. I missed the last box and was kicking myself, because it's such a good deal. This box was a little more money than previous Target Beauty boxes- $7 versus $5.

If you are not familiar with the Target Beauty box it is an affordable small box of glamor goodies that Target sells exclusively on Target.com. It includes anything from skincare, haircare, and of course cosmetics.The Beauty Box is usually sold on a quarterly basis until they run out. Every box has free shipping. If you have a Redcard like me it will also take the 5% off too! Lately, they have been offering other boxes at the same time but with different themes. For example, there is a 'Father's Day' edition box also being offered. It's only $5 and is a great deal for any man. As of now this box is still available!

http://www.target.com/p/target-beauty-box-father-s-day-15-value/-/A-17366778#prodSlot=medium_1_1&term=target+beauty+box

Unfortunately, the Target Beauty Box is no longer available but I will link it anyways just so you get a better idea of it.

 http://www.target.com/p/target-beauty-box-summer-40-value/-/A-17366779#prodSlot=medium_1_2&term=target+beauty+box

Now onto the box!

                     

               


The box was pretty good quality to the point I found myself questioning "Should I throw it away? It's so nice." It rivaled the quality of Birchbox's packaging. It came with the products wrapped in simple and classy red tissue paper and a card stating 'Hello Beautiful'. Why, thank you . On the back of this card lists everything you have received and how to apply it. There was also a $3 off $15 beauty purchase at Target.


My box included:

• One full size bottle of Sinful Colors nail polish in 'Thimbleberry' In the pictures it comes off more muted, but in-person it's a bright coral/red/pink color. This would look great on someone with a tan or a darker complexion. On me (I'm fair skinned) it is not flattering. I wish I would've received the blue color that others had gotten in their box instead. This bottle is roughly $2 at Target.

Revlon HD lipstick in 'Gladiolus '. My thoughts about this lipstick are similar to the nail polish. Target would've been better to send a more classic or wearable shade for all skin shades.  It didn't have the feel of a normal lipstick which was nice, but application was almost, dare I say, streaky. It doesn't go on opaque the first time. Even when you apply a few times and it appears to be even that doesn't last. Simply pressing my lips together made it patchy again. I wonder if a more neutral shade would wear better. This is a full size and retails for $8 at Target. 

• Cutex Advanced Revival Nail Polish Remover Pads (3 ct) which is not full sized. They claim each pad can clean nails both hands. I haven't tried these yet. I have tried this formula in liquid form and really liked it. It was much more gentle on my nails than traditional nail polish remover.

0.5 fl oz Olay Regenerist Luminous Dark Circle Correcting Hydraswirl Eye cream. I'm excited for this product because I have such bad dark under eye circles (It's genetic). The good size sample comes with a convenient pump that really lets you control how much product is dispensed. A little of this product goes a long way. I just started using this and hope to see results, but I am so impatient! 

• Last but not least is my favorite product I've received in the box-Fekkai Soleil Professional Haircare St. Barth's beach waves tousling spray. Once again, a little goes a long way. I spray into my damp hair and blow dry. I do not get much tousling action, but it makes my hair so soft and shiney! I have had good experience with Fekkai products. 

Final thoughts...

Overall, I would recommend this box for future re-purchase! You get the $7 back and plus some. I wonder if Target will offer future boxes for $5 or $7? Either way it's worth your money. I would LOVE for Target to offer the Beauty Box as monthly subscription box (This would be on of the cheapest on the market besides Walmart's quarterly subscription which is glorified samples). It would definitely give Birchbox and Ipsy a run for their money!

Do you agree? 

What was your favorite product?

Battling back acne? I got your back

With warmer weather comes sweating and for some back acne (aka: bacne). I have dealt with my share of bacne, especially during my teen years and early 20's. I was incredibly nervous to wear my prom dress senior year of high school because of the dreaded bacne. Back breakouts can be embarrassing and painful. Anyone had a breakout around the bra straps? Ouch :(

It's a problem for both genders face. One of my guy friends disclosed he was too embarrassed to remove his shirt at the pool because of his back acne. Someone who is usually so confident was crushed. I felt bad for him and I told him my trick to controlling and eventually getting rid of bacne. It is easy and pretty affordable and only adds a few seconds to your showering routine.

What you need:

-A back brush. You can find these about anywhere. I've tried some from the dollar store and they were too flimsy. Target and Walmart have a good selection. Walmart is where I buy mine since they are firm enough and are cheaper than Target's selection.  

-A scrub of some sort. I would recommend a mild-to-moderate grit scrub. Nothing that leaves you back in pain. I use an apricot scrub, which is cheap and easy to find at just about any store. St. Ives makes good scrubs. I am fond of Walmart's brand, Equate, apricot scrub. It's comparable to St. Ives and only cost $2.00! 

How to banish bacne:

• After washing your hair let the water hit your back for a few seconds.
• Squirt enough scrub to cover the back brush head. Sometimes it helps to pat into the brush so it doesn't just fall off in the shower. 
• Now scrub your back! Pretty simple, eh?
• Thoroughly rinse your back off.

If possible I would do the following every night before going to bed if you have been outside and active or every other night. This way you aren't going to bed all sweaty and sleeping in the day's filth. For the ladies out there, try to make sure you are washing/changing your bras often. 

Well I hope this quick tip helps people battle back acne and regain confidence to wear a tank top or go the pool :)