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In this month's Topbox, I received:
Marcelle 3-in-1 Lumi Power Anti-Age and Anti-Fatigue cream (7 ml $4.54)
Make Up Forever Ultra HD Invisible Cover Foundation in 117 (5 ml $8.66)
I love MUFE's foundation, but this is far from my skin tone. Maybe I can use this as a highlight.
BVspa by Bon Vital Body Lotion in Pink Grapefruit (30 ml $1.52)
Gorge* I'll make you look amazing daily spray (1 oz $8.11)
I'm excited to try this conditioning spray because my hair is so damaged from constantly dying it. 

Total Value: $22.83
This month's box also came with a bonus Unilever box that contained:
Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes (7 pack)
Vaseline Original Lip Therapy
St. Ives Fresh Skin Apricot Scrub
Degree Fresh Energy Dry Spray
Nexus Comb Thru Finishing Mist
TRESemme Tres Two Extra Hold Hair Spray
Nexus Therappe Shampoo and Humectress Conditioner
Vaseline Intensive Care Dry Skin Repair Body Lotion
Dove Deep Moisture Body Wash

I'm really glad that this month's box came with a bonus Unilever box because I was pretty disappointed in the Topbox alone. Out of these two boxes, I'm excited to try the Gorge* leave in hair conditioner and the Degree dry spray. This will be my last Topbox unless I get another surprise gift subscription, but I'm not sad to see it go.

Which beauty box is your favourite? I really like PopSugar but they only ship within the US :(.

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I can't believe it's already August! I don't know about you guys, but my summer just flew by - especially since all I've done so far is work... And catch Pokemon... But that's besides the point! Another month by means another Topbox - woohoo!
In this month's Topbox, I received:
Smashbox Photo Finish Pore Minimizing Foundation Primer (7 ml $11.66)
I actually have a wedding to go to this weekend, so YASSSS to this product!
NYX Butter Gloss in Raspberry Tart (8 ml $7.99)
I'm kind of sad that I didn't get more of a neutral colour as I find purple lip glosses tend to be splotchy so I'll have to use it over a purple lipstick.
Novex Argan Oil Deep Conditioning Mask (100g $6.57)
I haven't heard of this brand or this product before, so I'm interested in trying this out. With that being said, my hair isn't really dry so I'm not sure if I'll see a difference.
Elizabeth Arden Skin Illuminating Retexturizing Pads (3x1.2 ml $4.41)
These will also come in handy for the wedding since I will be staying at a hotel and can bring these along - I just love these samples for travelling!
Bonus Free Brow Waxing & Design from Caryl Baker Visage 

Total Value: $30.63

I definitely like this box more than Julys because it comes with products that I would use - it didn't exactly wow me though, but maybe next month!

HOW MANY POKEMON HAVE YOU CAUGHT?!

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It's been so long since I've gotten a monthly beauty subscription box - I used to love opening these up every month to see what surprise they had in store for me. That was until I realized a lot of items I received weren't suited for me, despite most having a beauty questionnaire. Regardless, I still love the little bit of excitement that comes into opening the box and it's all thanks to my cousin who bought me a Topbox subscription!
In this month's Topbox, I received:
Revlon Professional UniqOne Lotus Hair Treatment (9 ml $1.03)
I actually already have a sample of this hair treatment that I got at a Yelp event. It claims to have 10 real benefits for your hair - but I just use it as a leave in hair conditioner. It works about the same as all the others that I use so I'm giving this a meh.
ST. TROPEZ Gradual Tan Tinted Body Lotion (50 ml $9.82)
I don't even need tanning lotion - I'm already tan. This product reminds me of why I didn't like some boxes...
Estée Lauder Sumptuous Knockout Defining Lift and Fan Mascara (0.09 oz $11.79)
I *think* this would be my first Estee Lauder mascara so I'm pretty excited about it! My eyes have recently become quite sensitive to eye makeup so maybe this will work for my temperamental eyes.
BareMinerals Marvelous Moxie Lipgloss in Spark Plug (0.07oz  $13.73)
I love BareMinerals but have not tried any of their lip products. I have to say, I'm not super impressed, mostly because I'm not a fan of lip glosses - but the colour is gorgeous!
Total Value: $36.37

Considering I liked one item from the box, I don't think I will be getting another. Plus I'm pretty sure monthly subscription boxes started my hoarding status.
One thing I do like about Topbox is that they give you the option to choose Prive boxes - boxes containing products concentrated around one brand. Personally, I still like the element of surprise - even if I'm not thrilled about the results.

Are you subscribed to any monthly subscription boxes at the moment?

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Topbox recently announced that they will create boxes specific to certain brands, I'm not sure if this will be for all their boxes or just some. January is spotlighting Clinique., so here's what I got in the January Clinique Topbox :)

Clarifying Lotion
Full Size: 400 ml ($27)
Sample: 30 ml ($2.03)
Color Surge eye Shadow Duo (Strawberry Fudge)
Full Size: 2.5 g ($25)
Sample:  1.6 g ($16)
Rinse off Makeup Solvent
Full Size: 125 ml ($25)
Sample: 60 ml ($12)

Even Better Clinical Dark Spot Corrector
Full Size: 50 ml ($93)
Sample: 7 ml ($1.30)

Total Value: $31.33

I really liked this month's Topbox. Clinique is a good brand but I've never been a fan of their prices so this was a good opportunity for me to try out their products. The sample sizes were good, not too small compared to their past samples. I love the eye shadow duo as well as the clarifying lotion. I'm excited to try the dark spot corrector since I have a LOT of acne scarring. Great box Topbox!

Click here to check out the 4 boxes that Topbox will be giving out in February! Which one will/would you choose?
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Here's what I got in the December Topbox :)

Goldwell | Hot Form Spray
Full Size: 150 ml ($20.95)
Sample: 30 ml ($4.19)
China Glaze | Nail Polish (Purr-fect Plum)
Full Size: 14 ml ($10)
Sample: FULL SIZE
Ferro Cosmetics | Ultimate Mineral Foundation (Light Medium Beige)
Full Size: 12 grams ($30)
Sample: approx 1 gram ($2.50)
Chloe | Eau de Parfum
Full Size: 75 ml ($115)
Sample: 5 ml ($7.67)

Total Value: $24.36

This box was super disappointing in my opinion. I thought Topbox would do well considering the price hike and the Christmas season, but I guess not. The only thing I liked this box was the polish, but then plum purple/reds have been in season for a couple months now so this is my 5th bottle or so. Not impressed and have cancelled my subscription.

What do you think of Topbox's last couple boxes?
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Here's what I got in the November Topbox :)
Pandora's Makeup Box | Pandora's Polish and Perfume (Floral Passion)
Full Size: $24.50 / pair
Sample: FULL SIZE
Make Up Forever | Aqua Eyes (Mat Black 0L)
Full Size: 0.04 oz ($20)
Sample: 0.025 oz ($12.5)
Cuccio Naturale | Butter Blend
Full Size: 240 g ($18.95)
Sample: 9.24 g ($0.73)

Total Value: $37.73

Overall, I'm quite content with this month's box. I really like the nail polish duo, but I personally wish I got Aqua Pretty instead of Floral Passion. I have yet to try out the polish but the perfume smells really nice, it's a musky citrus scent, which surprises me because I'm not a big fan of musk. The Aqua Eyes pencil is really nice black for lining the water line and will last a long time doing so. The butter blend will be going to my mother because luckily I don't have dry skin (except my knees and elbows ><), but I really like the packaging of the product for a sample since you can reseal it, unlike Burt's Bees samples.

Let me know what you thought of this month's box :)
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After a disappointing October Topbox, I'm so glad that Topbox decided to give away Lise Watier Topboxes in Toronto. They gave these away a couple weeks ago but I didn't have a chance to get one. Thankfully, Topbox released an extra 100 boxes to 5 different Shoppers Drug Marts within the GTA this past Friday and I finally got one!

Here's what I got in the Lise Watier box :)
Plumpissimo Le Gloss (Nude)
Full Size: 6.2 ml ($21)
Sample: 1.5 ml ($5.08)
Hydrasmart 3D Hydration Cream
Full Size: 50 ml ($40)
Sample: 30 ml ($24)
Frisson Neiges Twist and Spray Set
Purse Spray with Refill
Full Size: 30 ml ($40), 50 ml ($59)
Sample: 40 ml total ($47.20)

Total Value: $76.28

I really love the perfume samples! They smell so nice and fruity, the packaging is genius (twist to open and spray) and it's a proper sample. Not like the vials we all know and hate. I'm kind of disappointed in the lip gloss though because when I opened it to take the picture, some bristles on the brush were sticking out as you can see. I probably won't use the hydration cream because I have combination skin but Christmas is coming and re-gifting is always a good way to save money! :P

I'm curious to know if Topbox sent these samples to other parts in Canada, let me know if you got one :).
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This month's TopBox came with 4 products, Check it out below!

Aveda | Invanti Exfoliating Shampoo & Thickening Conditioner
Full size: 200 ml ($27)
Sample: 20 ml ($2.70)

MaskerAide | Hydrating Facial Sheet Masks (All Nighter)
Full size: $4.99 each
Sample:  FULL SIZE
 Stila | Eyeshadow Palette (in the garden)
Full size: $50 each
Sample: I'd say it's worth like $1
Stila | Prime Pot (Taffy)
Full size: 014 g ($26)
Sample: 0.07 g ($13)

 Total Topbox worth: $21.69

Honestly, I was very disappointed in this month's box. Both the Aveda shampoo and conditioner samples were way too small for me because I use a palm full of shampoo and conditioner each time I shower. The stila palette was a let down too, I could have gone to sephora for swatches. The mask is pretty cool but it's meant for puffiness from staying up too late which I don't get. The only thing I would use is the stila prime pot. *Sigh*, I hope next box is better :). 

 On a happier note, TopBox has emailed all it's subscribers within the GTA a coupon for free Lise Watier samples, which I'm excited to go get this weekend!

If you're interested in subscribing, click here, but be warned, the wait-list is quite a while.
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This month's TopBox came with 4 products. Check it out below :)

Sampar | Essentials Ultra Hydrating Fluid
Full size: 50 ml ($80)
Sample: 4 ml ($6.40)
Pure + Simple | Calming Cucumber Mask
Full size: 50 ml ($25.25)
Sample:  20 ml ($10.10)

 China Glaze | Nail Lacquer (Pink Voltage)
Full size: 14 ml ($12)
Sample: FULL SIZE
NUME Style | Hydro Punch Hydrating Shampoo
Full size: 250 ml ($24.99)
Sample: 20 ml ($2.00)

 Total Topbox worth: $30.50
My favourite product this month was definitely the nail polish. I've been looking for a highlighter pink for a while now and finally got it in this box! I'm excited to try out the cucumber mask but not so much the sampar samples or the nume shampoo. This box also came with a $100 coupon for NuMe for styling tools or hair extensions. I took another look at their site and I just might buy the Wet to Dry flat iron, not too sure yet though ><.

What product would you most likely buy form the NuMe website?

If you're interested in subscribing, click here, but be warned, the wait-list is quite a while.
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This month's TopBox came with one men's product and two bonus samples! Check it out below :)
mark. |Gloss Gorgeous Stay On Lip Stain (Bella)
Full size: 1.5g ($12)
Sample: FULL SIZE
Bread&Butter Skincare | Facial Cleanser (for Men)
Full size: 90 ml (3 piece kit for $35)
Sample:  FULL SIZE ($11.67)
 Stila |Forever Your Curl Memory Mascara
Full size: 0.24 oz ($22, Sephora)
Sample: 0.12 oz ($11.50)
Pari Beauty | Precious Glow Eye Intensifier and Primer
Full size: 10 ml ($15)
Sample: approx 3.5 ml ($2.33)
Bonus: Simple | Eye Make-up Remover
Full size: 125 ml ($9.99, Well)
Sample: 56 ml ($4.48)
Bonus: Garnier | Miracle Skin Perfector BB Cream (Light)
Full size: 75 ml ($15.97, Walmart)
Sample: 4.5 ml total ($0.96)

 Total Topbox worth: $42.94

Yay! June TopBox! It's so weird because I usually get the Glymm box first witth Luxe Box and Glossy Box coming near the end of the month, but this month TopBox was first! My favourites in this box are the mark lip gloss and the pari eye primer. At first I was kind of skeptical about the mark. lip gloss colour since the label makes it look like a purple plum colour but it actually is a pretty red. The pari eye primer goes on beautifully and I love the applicator brush instead of a squeeze tub like my too faced eye primer.

If you're interested in subscribing, click here, but be warned, the wait-list is quite a while.
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FINALLY! My first Topbox! I subscribed late December and now I off the wait-list!
Topbox is a $10 plus tax subscription where you will receive 4 samples. If you're interested, check it out here, but be warned, the wait-list is quite a while.
 Deborah Lippmann | Nail Polish (Whatever Lola Wants)
Full size: 15 ml ($20)
Sample: FULL SIZE
Cover FX | ClearPrep FX
Full size: 30 ml ($39)
Sample size:  7 ml ($9.10)
 Expression | Bronzing Powder Brush
Full size: $25
Sample Size: FULL SIZE
Orlane | Anagenes 25+ First Time-Fighting Care Eye Contour
Full size: 15ml ($75)
Sample: 2 ml ($10)
Holt Renfrew Coupon for a Complimentary Nail File

Total Topbox worth: $64.10

After waiting all these months for my first Topbox, I was not disappointed at ALL. I love this box, especially the nail polish and brush! I will definitely stay a Topbox subscriber.  Kind of disappointed that I got a Nail FIle instead of a Philosophy cleanser :( but it's all good :).
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