FabFitFun Summer 2018 Subscription Box Review

This is my favorite FabFitFun box yet!!

A regular box is $50, coming four times a year, each box representing a Season.  I splurged on a year subscription, $180, so each box I receive comes out to be $45.  (Which means this review is not bought or sponsored.)  When you get a year subscription you can choose which items you want.  For instance, if there's mug options, you choose which mug you want and so forth.

Paying upfront and getting this option makes it all worth it.

Plus, being a member (which you can also be if you're getting box to box) you have access to exclusive exercise videos, cooking videos, meditation, and other cool stuff.  Also, with each box there are add-ons you can get at a discount in addition with the box, and they all ship together, items such as makeup, skincare, spongelles, jewelry, face masks, bags, etc.  Add-ons are addicting and awesome, and one of the reasons I got back into fabfitfun was because I can get Spongelles at a discount.

The Summer 2018 box!!

The first three items I'm reviewing came in everyone's box.

FOREO LUNA fofo

"Guess what?  You're one of the first to get your hands on FOREO's newest revolutionary device.  It is powered by Bluetooth technology and advanced skin sensors to create a totally personalized profile, which is sent straight to the newly launched FOREO LUNA app."

I love this FOREO face cleaner, but I'm not using all the features the description claims.  I've read online that the app isn't working right, and I don't want to drain the battery getting it to connect.  There are two sensors on the back that's suppose to analyze your skins age and needs, but kinks are still being worked out.

I love the fact that the FOREO is battery powered, as I don't have to charge it.  I just push the power button on the back and it vibrates, ready to use with a dab of liquid soap.  It runs for 3 minutes unless you hold the power button, which turns it off.

I've used the FOREO all week, and I love it.  I can't use Clarisonic as it makes my nose hurt.  (It really does, super painful, no idea why.) But the FOREO doesn't hurt my nose, and I love the way my skin feels.  Huge win!

Pier 1 Imports Marble Ring Dish

"Use this dish as a perfect catch-all for rings, keys, or loose change.  Its timeless marble design and golden trim will glam up any part of your home."

This is a cute little dish.  I already have a little bowl for my rings, so I'm going to use this under lit candles.

COOLA Face Sport SPF 50 White Tea Moisturizer

"This SPF 50 sunscreen doubles as a moisturizer.  Its 80-minutes water resistant formula is made with 70% organic ingredients so you can splash, swim, and soak up the sun, worry-free."

I haven't tried this yet, but it has really good reviews, and I need to use sunscreen more.  I hate wearing sunscreen, only depending on the SPF in my foundation.  Usually I just wear a hat or avoid the sun like a vampire. :P  Yeah, need to change that.

The first choice item.

Tarte Tarteist PRO to go palette A Sex Kitten Liquid Liner

"This palette features four long-wearing eye-shadows, two iridescent lusters, and a waterproof liquid liner so you can create a variety of summer beauty looks."

I choose the travel palette over the contour palette.  I'm really simple when it comes to makeup!  And I have no interest learning how to contour.  The travel palette is cute and I like the colors.  The liquid eyeliner has a cat head.

2nd choice item.

 
 Vasanti Brighten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator

"Get glowing skin with this exfoliating cleanser!  Its gentle formula effectively removes dead skin cells to reveal a smooth, even complexion."

I choose the Vasanti Brighten Up! Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator over the wallet, though I did pay $10 to get the resistance band.  FabFitFun TV has fitness videos featuring the band, and I need to strength train more.

The Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator has a super fine grain in it, almost feels minute, but you can really feel it working.  It's something you really don't want to do more than a few times a week.  But I like the way my skin felt afterwords, nice and soft.

ELEMIS Papaya Enzyme Peel

"This rinse-off cream is made with exfoliating papaya, nourishing milk protein, and moisturizing vitamin E that work together to leave your skin soft, revitalized, and radiant."

I choose the Enzyme Peel over the hair spray.  Once again, I'm super simple when it comes to my hair.  I do color it, but I don't do anything with heat (hair dryers, curling/flattening irons, etc).

I just tried the face peel for the first time, and I love it!  It smells so good, like papaya, and it goes on like a gel cream.  You wear it for 10-15 minutes, and it goes on clear.  It doesn't look like you're wearing anything.  And when you wash it off it's smooth.

Yumi Kim Makeup Train Case

"This train case is large enough to store your favorite beauty products and features two separate compartments with zipper closures so you can keep things organized."

I love this travel train case!  You could either get the train case or get a towel, and there were two styles for both. I like the navy blue with a hint of piping color.  The inside is nice, too.  Love the pattern and departments.  The bottom is big enough for my palettes and makeup.  And I love the fact that the top has a place for brushes.  My brushes are a mess.  Really nice item.

Aromatherapy Associates De-Stress Muscle Gel

"Made with an invigorating blend of essential oils, this best-selling muscle gel instantly cools aches and soothes tired muscles over time."

You could get a ring, Hawaiian Black Lava Body Caviar, or this Aromatherapy Muscle Gel.  I got the muscle gel, and it's so nice.  It smells so nice, and is really cooling.  I've used it a couple times now and really like it.

What a win for a box!  I do love being an annual subscriber, because I was able to pick out all the stuff I wanted between the choice items, which made me love the box even more.  Box to box members get to choose some items as well, but they don't have as many options as the annual members.  Also, if you're on top of it, before favorite items "sale out", you can add additional items for $10, so it is possible to get every item available in every option.

Novermber 2015 POPSUGAR Must Have Box Review

 I LOVE this box!!  :0)

 POPSUGAR Must Have is a monthly subscription lifestyle box for gals.  The cost is $39.95 a month, free shipping, but it's cheaper when you subscribe with a 3, 6, or 12 months subscription.  On any month you can receive goodies for home, a book, fitness, snack, makeup, pampering, fashion, etc.  You never know what you're going to get, only that it will be fun and worth around $100, give or take a little.

Now to the goodies.

 the reveal.

 The information for each items.

 Deepa Gurnani, Katie Crystal Headband, $56.

"100% cotton, woven with glass crystal, chain stone and elastic."

I love this item.  I love headbands, and this is the most beautiful headband I've ever owned.  Perfect for the Season and dressing up a little, or even when I'm more casual and still want a little sparkle.  The band is comfortable and stays nicely in place.

100% Cotton, Woven with Glass Crystal, Chain Stone, and Elastic. - See more at: http://deepagurnani.com/hair-accessories/katie-791.html#sthash.s2SZqGV4.dpuf

100% Cotton, Woven with Glass Crystal, Chain Stone, and Elastic. - See more at: http://deepagurnani.com/hair-accessories/katie-791.html#sthash.s2SZqGV4.dpuf

100% Cotton, Woven with Glass Crystal, Chain Stone, and Elastic. - See more at: http://deepagurnani.com/hair-accessories/katie-791.html#sthash.s2SZqGV4.dpuf

100% Cotton, Woven with Glass Crystal, Chain Stone, and Elastic. - See more at: http://deepagurnani.com/hair-accessories/katie-791.html#sthash.s2SZqGV4.dpuf

 Capri Blue, Mercury Jewel Box in Rain, $18.95.

What a nice fresh scent.  It's Autumn, and candle scents are warmer this time of year, but it's nice having a scent that's floral and soft in such a pretty box.  I'm not a huge fan of Gardenia, but I like this.  My pine scented infuser is just going to have to wait.

 Tarte Cosmetics, Beauty & the Box Eye Shadow, $22, colors may vary.

This eye palate is part of Tarte's Fall line, and it's so much fun getting it before these shadows are available to the public.  I love the softness of the purple/pink tones.  I've never used their shadows, but I've been using their mascara, and I love it, so this will be fun to try.

 Gramr Gratitude Co., Exclusive Thanksgiving Postcard Pack, $10.

POSTCARDS!!!  Being the Postcrossing addict I am, this is exciting. I always send Utah tourist postcards, so it will be fun sending Thanksgiving postcards to a few people.  I just registered to send 19 postcards to 15 + different countries yesterday, so I'm sending these off on Monday.

 West Emory, Bingo Set, $20.

What a fun item to include in the box.  We've never gotten a game before, and I actually don't have a bingo game.  The cardboard is nice and sturdy.  This is a really nice set.  It will be fun to play this with the fam. when we get together.

I still need to unwrap Star Trek Catan . . .

Terrapin Ridge Farms, Pecan Honey Mustard, $7.50.

 This is a fun food item.  I don't know what to do with it, but I will look up recipes and figure something out.  A nice change from getting a baking mix or sugar snack.

Overall a fun box!  I like the variety, and it's very Autumn :0)

February 2015 POPSUGAR Must Have Box Review

 POPSUGAR Must Have is a monthly subscription lifestyle box for gals.  The cost is $39.95 a month, free shipping, but it's cheaper when you subscribe with a 3, 6, or 12 months subscription.  On any month you can receive goodies for home, a book, fitness, snack, makeup, pampering, fashion, etc.  You never know what you're going to get, only that it will be fun and worth around $100, give or take a little.

BTW, the February box is all sold out, which is crazy!  Sold out before any spoilers were posted.  So the March 2015 box is currently on sale.  If you like this box you can sign up and request to be put on the wait list and cross your fingers.  Coupon code REFER5 saves you $5!

 The Reveal!

Each month Popsugar Must Have provides a really nice pamphlet describing each item.

 Figs & Rouge 100% Natural Balm, $8.

There were flavor variations for this balm.  The other two I've seen are Cherry and Pomegranate.  I'm so glad I got Lemon Berry!  It's what I wanted, and it's lovely.  It's been such a long time since I've used a balm! 

Acme Party Box Company Bamboo Heart, $32 ($24 on their site)

This was supposed to be a Popsugar exclusive, but if you go to their site there's a version without the ACME logo on it for $24, and the wood looks a little nicer in the picture.  I'm ambivalent about this item.  I like cheese, but I tend to stick with cheddar and pepper jack cheese.  Fancy cheese is fun for a special occasion, so I'm putting it away for who knows how long, unless someone gets married, then this will be a wedding gift.

 BaubleBar Mini Arrow Pendant Necklace, $32.

This necklace came in gold and silver.  I like silver, but personally I was hoping for gold.  Luckily silver still looks good on my skin tone.  (I guess I just have so much silver, that I need a little more gold for variety :0)  But it's cute, dainty, and tiny.  The chain is about 16 inches, I think, so it sits right at the base of the neck.

Chuao Chocolatier Ravishing Rocky Road Bar, $6.

I'm surprised I haven't ripped into this!!!!!  It looks yummy.  Will it last the night?  Will it last?  Heh, nope.

U.S. Apothecary Rose Water Bubble Bath, $30.

I love the idea of bubble bath, and the bottle is super fancy and cute.  So cute!  But I sadly have the standard of standard tubs, and taking a bath is more uncomfortable then relaxing.  Maybe this will work nicely as a shower gel.  The Rose Water smell is so nice.  I can't believe bubble bath can cost $30.  Boy.  This will be a treat.

Tarte Cosmetics Amazonian Clay 12-hour Blush, $26.

Tarte!  I actually don't own any Tarte cosmetics.  Last Christmas I was thinking of getting a Tarte makeup set, but then I talked myself out of it in the spirit of restraint and practicality.  It's a nice shade, so I'm glad to have it.

Sally Beauty FingerPaints Nail Color, $5.50.

The bonus item, which also came in a few shades.  I was hoping for light pink, but got the bright red.  It will look nice on my toes.  And we got a "buy one get one free nail polish" at Sally Beauty.  Usually I don't use the coupons we get, but I'm going to use this one.

Overall a lovely box.  Very Valentines, yet the items stand on their own and can last the whole year.