What's in my Memebox #5 - Superbox #811st Anniversary Box

The funny thing about ordering two beauty boxes close together means that they arrive just as close! ;) I feel like I've only just written a post about my last box when this next box arrived. In future I definitely think I'll spread my purchases out a little so that I don't have too many new Korean products to play with at once.

Anyway, if you're not too familiar with Memebox here's a little more info: Memebox is a beauty box that offers Korean beauty products - the most popular and latest beauty items direct from Korea - at a great price. Unlike other beauty boxes you don't have to subscribe. You just take a look at their selection and choose the one (or more than one) you fancy. They offer all kinds of boxes from make-up, skincare, body & hair - all containing the hottest, most wanted Asian products.

So, this box immediately caught my fancy as being billed as the most popular and best products from Memebox in 2014 - Superbox #81 1st Anniversary Box. Priced at $29 plus $6.99 shipping (£23) it was a box I really wanted. 

So here's what I got in my box. 

The Contents Card

The must have of the box, the double sided contents card which explains what you've got and what to do with it. As all the product's packaging is in Korean this card is vital! I was pleased to read that this box contained all full sized products. 

Tosowoong 'Bee AC Control Toner' - $15

This series of products are formulated from naturally derived ingredients including bee venom (sounds scary), galactomyces (sounds like they grow in a cave) and bifida ferments (sounds like they belong in a yoghurt drink). This is for sensitive or problematic skin - neither of which I particularly have but I like the idea of the bee venom. Used like a normal toner it fights against dryness and the external environment. Interested to see how it goes!

Unni Recipe 'Make Skin Smooth Firming Pact SPF25 PA++' in Light Beige - $24

So this is a foundation - not a product I need but it sounds interesting. It claims to let skin breath plus it's packed with galactomyces (here they are again!), bifia (i'm starting to see a pattern) and a special 'Silky Balance Network' (no, I don't know what that is either). 

It has a super creamy and soft consistency - incredibly light and feels lovely on the skin. Great colour for me however I applied it and then a bit later on looked in the mirror... and noticed my face was covered in a slight hint of glitter. Actual glittery particles. When I re-swatched the foundation on the back of my hand I was super surprised to see that it was glittery. Why oh why would they put glitter in a face makeup? Very disappointed - not a product i'll use, I much prefer my whole entire face to be glitter free. Such a shame. 

AHC 'Whitening Cream SPF 35 PA++' - $38

Whitening Creams are a product i've heard quite a lot about - they're incredibly popular with the Korean market. This lovely silly cream combines a moisturiser, sunblock, brightening cream and complextion correcting cream - a 4 in 1 mega product. It contains vitamins and a whole host of other goodies including hyaluronic acid and kamu kamu berries (what's that?!). It promises to replenish dry skin and visibly correct uneven skin tone. Love the sound of this and really can't wait to put it to the test! Thankfully it's glitter free too. 

RiRe 'Cool Dr. Scalp+' - $11

I've read the contents card over and over and still can't work out exactly what this is or what it does. From what I can gather it treats the scalp by removing excess oil - but it's explained as a product that "cools down the scalp temperature for preventing possible hairless and also to remove unnecessary impurities and dead skin cells from your scalp". See what I mean?! You squeeze a bit out, rub it on your scalp and leave it there. I'll give it a go! 

RiRe 'Hot Speed Manicure' - $11

When you hear the word manicure you automatically think of your nails, right? Wrong. This is another hair product. This one penetrates into the hair cuticles to deliver "abundant nutrition and creates a strong protein layer". My dry ends need some serious TLC so i'll definitely be putting this to the test for sure. 

RiRe 'Capsule Mask Pack' - $22

So this product was a randomly selected choice out of 3 - Moisture, Whitening & Anti-aging. I got Whitening. Yes, another whitening product. I'm starting to think that maybe Memebox are trying to tell me something. 

This is a spray mask, which you can squirt onto clean skin or over the top of makeup for instant moisture. Love the cute packaging. I might pop this into my bag for a quick pick me up. Think i'll use this most when the hot weather eventually rolls round. 

So, over-all a mixed box. Some really nice products but also some really strange ones too. I'm looking forward to trying them out. Out of all the items the only one I won't use is the glitter-tactic foundation so not too bad. 

This box cost me $35.99 (£23) with shipping but the contents is worth $121 (£78) so another great value for money box! If you're interested in trying a Memebox click here!

I'm off to manicure my split ends!!

Love Emma

XOXO

What's In My Memebox #4 - Petit Treasures

My love for all things Memebox is a strong as ever. I've actually stopped myself logging onto their website. I simply can't have a look without buying a box or two. I still have one more on route but my  other most recent purchase arrived a little while ago! Yes, this time I definitely scared the delivery man with my extreme excited (crazed woman) face. Poor poor man.

Anyway, if you're not too familiar with Memebox here's a little more info: Memebox is a beauty box that offers Korean beauty products - the most popular and latest beauty items direct from Korea - at a great price. Unlike other beauty boxes you don't have to subscribe. You just take a look at their selection and choose the one (or more than one) you fancy. They offer all kinds of boxes from make-up, skincare, body & hair - all containing the hottest, most wanted Asian products.

This particular box was sold to me in seconds as soon as I read the title - #66 Petit Treasures! Oh oh yes, Korean beauty products in miniature form? Double win right there! Petit Treasures cost $25.99 (roughly £16.50) with shipping. 

Here's what I got in my box: 

The all important contents card

As the product's packaging is all in Korean this double sided card is vital. It lists what you've got and what to do with it. If I'm really honest I was actually disappointed to read that my box only contained 4 items, however the were all full sized. Getting them out of the hot pink box I was a bit miffed to see that none of them were what I would class as petit either, even though the contents card describes them as miniature. Not a great start! 

Recipe By Nature 'Ice Cream Swing Gloss' in 02 Sweet Fiona - $5

I adore the packaging of this ice cream lip balm, seriously cute! It's swirly balm contains jojoba seed, argan & grape seed oils to hydrate whilst delivering a fruity scented shine. Feels really lovely on the lips and definitely something I'll enjoy using. 

Shara Shara 'Revital Magic Cream' - $16

There's something about this face cream in a cute tin that I really really like. I'm not sure if it's the mildly herbal smell, the fact it actually has 'magic' in it's name or it's promise to brighten uneven skin texture and & erase signs of blemish scars. It's super thick, containing eucalyptus oil and over 40 other herbal ingredients. So far I've only used it on a really dry patch and an old spot scar which is refusing to fade. So far so good. It's a product I definitely like applying and will continue to use. 

ddung 'Lovely Girl Mascara' - $24

A long-lasting, lash lengthening formula mascara. Now normally I would have been super excited to have a new mascara to try out but recently I finally found the most perfect product ever (check out my review here) so it's just not something I need at all. Having said that the packaging is super cute and it's name "Lovely Girl" is fantasticly girly. 

Shana Shara 'Feminine Single Blusher' - $7

I love blusher, especially pink blusher so this is right up my street. The tiny little puff is the only thing that qualifies for the Petit Treasures theme in the whole box. Adorable packaging, great fresh colour. Something I'll use for sure, especially in the warmer months. 

Over all if I'm honest this was my least faveourite Memebox I've received yet. I can't help but be disappointed that there were only 4 products in the box, none of which really fell under the Petit Treasures title. Yes they were all full sized but I would have rather had miniature products and just a few more of them. 

As for value for money it was still pretty good, but again not as bargainous as my previous boxes. I paid $25.99 (£16.50) with shipping and the contents is worth $42 (£27).

If you would like to check out Memebox click here. Do you buy Memeboxes? Which has been your faveourite box to date? 

I'm off to smell my magic face cream! 

Love Emma 

XOXO

What's In My Memebox #3 - The cutest of cute

So my addiction to the Korean beauty box Memebox is still truly alive and kicking. I currently have 3 boxes on order, one of which arrived this week. Each & every time the pink bubble wrapped box arrives I basically go a little bit giddy with excitement.

If you're not familiar with Memebox here's a little more info: Memebox is a beauty box that offers Korean beauty products - the most popular and latest beauty items direct from Korea - at a great price. Unlike other beauty boxes you don't have to subscribe. You just take a look at their selection and choose the one (or more than one) you fancy. They offer all kinds of boxes from make-up, skincare, body & hair - all containing the hottest, most wanted Asian products.

My latest box was Superbox #62, the Cute Wishlist #3 which cost $29.99 (£18.74) plus $6.99 (£4.37) shipping. The thing I've learnt with Memebox is when you see a box you like the look of you have to order it then & there as the chances are when you go back the following day you'll be disappointed to see that it's sold out. These boxes sell out quick.

I had seen the Cute Wishlist #1 & #2 but both had sold out before I had a chance to get my hands on them. When #3 was released I ordered it quick sharp. The two previous boxes were filled with super cute, obviously, and beautifully quirky items. 

So, let's get on with it. Here's what I got in my box and my initial thoughts. 

As always included was the very handy double sided contents card. As as the packing of the products is in Korean this card is a must to find out what you've got and how to use it. 

Hope Girl Tinted Lip Balm in 'Hot Cherry' - $12 (£7.50)

Adorable packaging! This hot pink, sweet smelling, balm contains co-enzyme Q-10 and shea butter so will hopefully deliver some serious moisture with a pretty wash of colour. 

Shara Shara 'Fairy's Make-up Synergy Sun Cream SPF45 PA++' - $21 (£13.13)

Probably the kitchest packaging I've seen, my daughter would love to get her hands on this. This suncream provides protection against both UV-A & UV-B but also provides a base for makeup and evens out skin tone & texture. I wear a SPF all year round so I'm really excited to try this. It feels beautifully creamy and lightweight and sunk in super quick when I tired a dot. 

ddung 'Family Foam Cleansing Cream in Fruits' - $12 (£7.50)

Another super cute package, Memebox really have hit the nail on the head with the cute theme. This foaming face wash contains extracts of plum, grapefruit, peach, apple, tangerine & blueberry. Basically a fruit salad for the face! Smells good enough to eat. Can't wait to try it out. 

Shara Shara 'Kissing Sugar Lip Scrub' - $7 (£4.38)

This little tin contains sugar & walnut shell along with honey extracts, avocado oil, argan spinosa kernel oil to scrub and moisturise your lips. If only I knew what argan spinosa kernel oil was! Perfect time of the year to try this out. 

Youngwoosa 'Oh! It's Lovely and Soft Cream' - $47 (£29.38)

The most expensive item in the box, a facial cream. It claims to instantly deep hydrate and prevent moisture loss by creating a barrier giving softer, silkier, smoother and healthier skin. Sounds amazing but I'm a bit puzzled why there's a dog on the pot?! 

Tonymoly 'Red Cheeks Girl's Patch' - $2 (£1.25)

Absolutely adore the look of these. They're hydro-gel cheek patches to deliver 'intense moisture relief and a soothing effect to dry rosy cheeks'. They contain rose flower, cherry blossom, apricot, aloe vera, cucumber and green tea extracts. You pop them on your cheeks for 30 mins. Seriously can't wait to use these! 

Once again another really great Memebox, all the items pretty much fit perfectly into the cute theme and I can't wait to put them all to the test! This box cost $36.99 (£23.11) with shipping but the contents is actually worth $101 (£63.13) so really great value. 

This particular box has now unfortunately sold out, but there's a whole selection of boxes in stock. Go have a look (here!). I can't wait for my other two boxes to turn up. 

Do you like Memebox? What's been your favourite item so far? 

Read about my Jackpot Memebox here! 

I'm off to apply my cheek patches! 

Love Emma 

XOXO 

What's in my Memebox #2 - did I hit the jackpot?

It would appear that I have developed a small obsession with the Korean Beauty Box Memebox. After falling in love with the contents of my first Memebox I went ahead and ordered two more boxes, the first of which arrived this week.

First, in-case you are not familiar with Memebox here's a little more info: Memebox is a beauty box that offers Korean beauty products - the most popular and latest beauty items direct from Korea - at a great price. Unlike other beauty boxes you don't have to subscribe. You just take a look at their selection and choose the one (or more than one) you fancy. They offer all kinds of boxes from make-up, skincare, body & hair - all containing the hottest, most wanted Asian products.

So, this box is the '#41 Jackpot box' - a limited number of boxes which each varied in contents value from 1st to 9th place. First place was worth $1000, 9th $155 - it cost $33.99 (plus P&P) so a complete bargain which ever place you got.

I was absolutely expecting to get one of the 9th place boxes so was pleasantly surprised to find that I had got an 8th place spot! Here's what was in my box and my initial thoughts.

The first thing I noticed when I opened it all up was the lack of the info card. As the products are Korean without a little help in English you really have no idea what you've got and what you're supposed to do with it. Thankfully I was able to print off my 'instructions' from the Memebox website. Panic over.

Cotterang 'Bubble Peeling Pad' ($7)

This is an AHA enriched exfoliating pad to remove dead skin cells and excess sebum. It's supposed to give you the same peeling effects as an expensive treatment. The directions say add a little water, rub it on your face (avoiding your eyes) and then rinse.
I couldn't wait to try it - apart from the fact it stung like a mutha I can't say I noticed a big difference. Will my skin peel off? Who knows! Fun to use but no immediate skin transformation.

Tosowoong 'Time Shift Toner' ($34)

This bad boy contains a whole lot of good stuff but the one ingredient that stood out to me was SNAIL MUCUS EXTRACT. Excuse me? Snail snot? I guess you've got to be in it to win it, I'll give anything a go in the fight to slow aging and whatnot. It also contains nutrition-rich fermented extracts (again, what??), bifida ferments (hello?) and various plant oils to give you intense hydration for a water-ful (?) glow, glowing complexion. I'm not a huge fan of snails overall but if they make me look water-ful then hell yeah baby.

Cotterang 'Acne Killer Kit' ($20)

This is a 7 day treatment, similar to the above Bubble Peeling Pad, to remove stubborn acne & excess skin cells. So you rub the pad over your face & then use the black cotton bud to apply the brilliantly named 'Killer Tok Tok Sol' direct to spots. I don't suffer from acne & only get the odd occasional zit so I think this is going to be just too much for my skin, but I might keep it for a pimple attack emergency.

IOPE 'Essential Facial Oil' ($90)

The most expensive product in the box, this oil contains organic argan and macadamia oil to nourish and hydrate the skin. I love my Tarte facial oil so will be interested to give this one a go. It smells lovely - there's definitely some lavender in there too.

Dermahouse 'Collagen Firming Cream' ($29)

This has got to be hands down one of the cheapest packing I have ever seen. It looks like I got it from Poundland. From a discount bin. It does however contain collagen, shea butter & mango shea butter.
If it delivers what it promises, that I'll experience the disappearance of fine lines and wrinkles and the improvement of skin texture and clarity I will forgive the terrible packing and slather it all over my face and body until the end of time.

RiRe 'Lip Manicure' ($15)

This is a lip colour in a cute little pot - I got the hot pink shade 'Rich Raspberry'. It's supposed to deliver long lasting colour and hydration which doesn't smudge 'no matter what' and dries in 30 seconds. Of course I tried this out immediately. 

Easily one of the messiest lip products I have ever used. I had to clean up after with a baby wipe. It's hugely pigmented, a real shock of colour. You can apply it as it is or use you finger to dab it into a more sheer wash of colour. I cant decide if I love it or hate it. It does feel a little dry and it's sooooo messy but the colour is amazing. A product to avoid if you're in a rush that's for sure. Unless you're going for a Coco the Clown look.

Dear Jane 'Kiss My Lips Glossy Colour' ($11)

I got the shade 'Vivid Jane' - basically orange. It swatched beautifully and has a real soft shine but it's not my colour at all. Orange really doesn't do anything for me so I'll be gifting this to someone who doesn't mind the fact I've tested it on my hand.

Hair+ Velvet Nutri-Injection ($5)

You apply this to your hair, concentrating on the ends after towel drying to experience 'the results of a hair clinic program'. I have no idea what this means exactly but I love a product that treats damaged hair so will be interested to try this out.

So there you have it, the contents of my 8th place Jackpot Memebox. The contents is worth $165 (£99) so a real bargain consider I paid $33.99 (£21). Overall a really interesting selection - I'm excited to see how the products pan out!

The Jackpot boxes are sold out now but there are some serious other beauties up for grabs still. If you fancy having a look at the current boxes click here. (Read about my other Membox purchase here).

Are you a fan of Memebox? Did you get a Jackpot box?

I'm off to clean up my lipstick,
Love Emma
XOXO

My first Memebox - Tried & Tested!

I've recently fallen in love with subscription based beauty boxes. There's something seriously exciting about a parcel turning up with new products for you to try out. Beauty boxes are fun, the mystery element is great but they also make you try products that perhaps you normally wouldn't. 

I was recently introduced to Memebox by Lyndsay at Fizzy Peaches. (Go check out her amazing blog). 

Memebox is a beauty box that offers Korean beauty products - the most popular and latest beauty items direct from Korea - at a great price. 

Unlike other beauty boxes you don't have to subscribe. You just take a look at their selection and choose the one (or more than one) you fancy. 

They offer all kinds of boxes from make-up, skincare, body & hair - all containing the hottest, most wanted Asian products. Exciting eh?!  

It took a while for me to choose which box to go for (the boxes all look so tempting) but I went for the 'Superbox #29 Burst of Colour 2' at $39 (£23.50). This box contained all full-sized make-up items and I love me a bit of colour so thought it would be a good choice. 

Here's what my boxed contained and my first impressions! (Helllllo there hot pink box!!)

Info card

As all the products are from Korea all the packaging is in, well, Korean. This handy double sided card tells you what you've got and how to use it! 

Hope Girl 'Tinted Cushion Lipstick' in Coral Pink (£7.22)

It's described as a gloss-less lipstick with the staying power of a lip tint - which is exactly what it is. There's sponge smudger on one end to give you a more sutble look. Great colour (I love pink) & really really long wearing! 

Hope Girl 'Wonder Magic Mascara' (£13.25)

Great metal leopard print packing. The first coat gave me length, the second built volume. Not too wet and great brush that really grabs your lashes. Impressed! 

Sua Young 'Mein Sua Young Mineral Essence In Liquid Foundation' SPF33 (£20.48)

I had a real result with this product. I am pale, *really* pale. I struggle to get foundations in my shade of "almost see-through". This foundation matched my skin tone perfectly. 

I should imagine for 90% of people it would be just too light to use (or would require some serious bronzer action after). It applies with a real dewy look, almost worryingly too dewy/shiny but then like magic it turns into the perfect slight matt/subtle sheen finish. Blended lovely (I used the Beauty Blender) & totally buildable. Love love love this! 

Beauty People '10 Seconds Auto Eye Liner Pencil' x 2 in Diamond Bronze & Diamond Beige (£28.92)

I have never ever used an eyeliner pencil like these. Gel formula in a twist up pen, they glide on like a dream. Great metallic finish but here's the best bit. They DO NOT budge. Seriously. After swatching them I grabbed a face wipe to clean my hand, no good. Washed my hand with soap, didn't move. Use waterproof eye makeup remover, still didn't budge. Scrubbed with soap and a face cloth, still there. 24 hours and two showers later they are still on my hands. The ultimate summer holiday liner. Astonishing! 

Hope Girl '3D Powder Blusher' in Girly Pink (£10.84)

The powder topped with a little puff isn't a new concept, I had a Christian Dior blusher like this about 10 years ago. This one is a really pretty pink colour, quite pale, slight glitter content. I'm not a big fan of the glittery particles but totally wearable for a slight flush.

LadyKin 'Close Up Decuple Fitting Powder' (£10.24)

Really nice fine powder with a cute little puff. Great for my skin tone. Liked it but it's VERY heavily perfumed, an old school kinda smell, which lingers for a long time. Even my dog was seriously sniffing my face after I put this on wondering what the hell the smell was. Nice powder but not a fan of the strong sent. 

Y.E.T 'Catgirl Waterproof Pen Liner' in black (£5.42)

Loved this! Brush tip with a really wet eyeliner. The most gentle touch gives you the finest line ever. I'm not the greatest normally with eyeliner pens but this one is super easy to use. Lasted all day but came off simply with make-up remover. Thumbs up from me. 

Overall I loved my first Memebox, really loved it. It contained 8 full sized products worth $160 (£96.39) so really great value for money. (I paid £23.49). 

I really enjoyed trying out the K-Beauty bits and will absolutely be using some, if not all of them regularly. 

When I ordered they had a special free postage offer however standard postage is only $6.99 (£4.20) - not bad considering how far the box is travelling! 

Here's the box I opted for if you fancy giving it a go too; Superbox #29. I'll definitely be ordering another box soon - it's going to be very difficult not to order them all. (I apologise in advance bank balance!). 

Have you tried Memebox before? What's your favourite Beauty Box? 

Read my review on my mini Makeup Revolution haul here. 

Love Emma 

XOXO