This month's offerings from Rubybox were "OK" nothing that has me very exited but items that are value for the price of the box.
The Rubybox Surprise box has one item that I see myself using
*A voucher for R50 off any Take Charge clutch or IPad sleeve. Take Charge is a genuine leather collection proudly made in SA. They are enhanced with built in chargers to extend the life of your smart phone or tablet.
*Mr Bean Coffee scrub 10g worth R15.90
Containing Organic Cacao, Vitamin E, Coconut oil, and Himalayan Rock Salt. I didn't get to really test this out as because it has coconut oil in the name I assumed it was a wet scrub and when I opened it half of the DRY scrub fell out. Then when I used it in the shower most of the granules fell onto the shower floor as there was nothing to really bind them together.
*Labello Lip Butter worth R30
I really like the old fashion tin this product comes packaged in. There isn't really a scent to speak of when I opened and applied this balm. It is very smooth and leaves lips hydrated but personally for me I prefer my lip balms in a stick form as then I don't have to apply with my fingers. My daughter has happily claimed this item and she adores it.
*Piz Buin Active Long Lasting Lotion 150ml worth about R99.99
UVA and UVB Protection with Helion lex and an SPF 15. The formula is water resistant and feels light and applies smoothly onto the skin. It is recommended to apply 3 tablespoons to cover the full body for adequate protection riot and to reapply after swimming, excessive sweating or towel drying.
*Rubybox Moods perfume in Vengeance worth R149. 95
opening with notes of Litchee, kiwi and Apricot followed by orchid and jasmine with base notes of honey, iris root and walking in the woods. A very fresh and uplifting scent that is the perfect size to fit into any purse, This is the item I can see myself using on a regular basis, in fact it has already gone into my handbag.
All in all the surprise box was worth around R295 which is value for a box priced at R160.
Onto the Beautique Box, which has one item that I adore and another I can see myself using over the next few months. The luxury box this month contained THREE full size items and one trial size.
*Morroconoil original treatment 10ml worth R47
This is the best product you will ever use on your hair. My personal favourite from the whole box. It leaves hair smooth, soft and so silky that knots just comb out easily. Two to three drops is enough to treat my Bum length hair and one drop works wonders on my two daughters hair. No more screaming and crying when they have to brush their hair. I love getting these little bottles as they are perfect for when I am travelling and even though they are little they last me a long time as I only use a teeny amount after washing and towel drying my hair. It cuts down on drying time and also makes my hair more manageable to be styled.
*Olay Regenerist Eye Lifting Serum 15ml which is Full Size worth R229. 95
this serum contains Olays exclusive amino-peptide complex and claims to replenish skin moisture barrier, regenerate the skin surface apearance, smooth brighten the eye contour appearance by reducing wrikles and firm the skin around the delicate eye area. I will give this serum a try and let you know how it is.
*Morgan Taylor Professional Nail Lacquer in Who's That Girls 15ml which is a Full Size and worth R109. 95
It's a very glittery purple with gold hues glossy nail enamel. It claims to be long lasting and go on smoothly. I don't use nail polish at all, which is in my profile that Rubybox asks all Rubies to complete to ensure that your box is tailored to your needs so not sure exactly how this little treat made its way into my box. It will be going into my competition hamper so some lucky lady will get to treat her nails soon.
*Bioderma Photoderm Anti-Age Sunscreen SPF 30, 30ml again a Full Size product worth R199.95
A dermatologist recommended range provides protection from UVA and UVB rays for sensitive skin, while also giving a smoothing anti - wrinkle effect and limiting the formation of pigment marks at the same time. It is non-comedogenic which means it will not cause acne, hypoallergenic and excellently tolerated. It melts totally into my skin, and once I rubbed it in can not be seen at all, I really hate the blue or white tinge I have had with other brands of sunblock so this is a huge plus for me. It also does not leave any sort of oily feeling on my skin after application. The two downs for me is that it is fragrances though I haven't had a reaction to it, I prefer for my face products to be fragrance free, why add ingrediants is they are not necessary that said the scent is pleasant though when applying a decent ammount does sort of linger in my nostrils. The other issue I have is it has a loooong ingrediants list including methylparaben, propylparaben and ethylparaben, that's three parabens and it doesn't not include any sort of physical sun barrier like zinc oxide or titanium dioxide which create a barrier over the skin, that means that it is a purely chemical sunscreen containing no less than 34 ingrediants with alcohol appearing at least twice in that list. I will be using this as a body sunscreen as it does give decent sun protection, but for my sensitive face I look for a combination chemical/physical sunscreen with minimum ingrediants and no aditional fragrances or purfume.
All in all the Beautique Box was worth around R585 which is great value for a box costing R345. I received a few products I have never used before, and doubt I would ever buy to try myself so I will have fun testing them out even if I don't intend to use them on a permanent basis.
Sorry for the long post, next month I will do each box in a separate blog.
What did you receive in your Boxes? Which box do you feel is worth it? What is your favourite beauty box company, Rubybox? Testbox? Secret box? Or the beautique box?
CIAO
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