Seeing as I'm now enjoying my SAHM status, one would think that the Madness would not necessarily provide the same respite it did in the past. But au contraire! This year, I am especially thankful for the Madness, because it's given me a chance to catch up on THIS! Still busy, just with different things - most of which is my amazing volleyball team. I've been gone three weekends in a row.
So here I am with my hubs in the WO-man cave, with brackets and March Madness squares easily accessible, enjoying some QT together. And some quiet blogging time. Thanks, Madness, for letting me not be caught up in the madness of life for 48 hours. I'll be back at it tomorrow at a two day tournament....
In the meantime, here's my review of my February (yes *GASP* February) and March Birchboxes. At least I got a chance to use most of the products :)
FEBRUARY BIRCHBOX
This month's box focused on being "Red Carpet Ready"! I love all the "prep" products included in this month's box!
Beauty Protector - Protect & Detangle
This spray leave-in conditioner has a wonderful smell and feels even better on your hair. It provides 7 hair functions, with one being specially formulated for color-treated hair (YAY!). I put this to the test at our recent family getaway to Kalahari Resort and Water Park with being in pool water for two days and my hair felt great! Didn't let my hair dry out at all. Plus, it never felt heavy or greasy, which are two things I've found problematic for my hair with leave-in conditioners in the past. I'll be purchasing a full size of this for the summer months!
Color Club - nail polish in Mamba
This cherry red is screaming for summer on my nails! Can't wait!!
Juicy Courture - Courture La La
I like the fruity scent of this new fragrance. But seeing as I have TON of new fragrance from Birchbox, I'm sharing this one with my neighbor :)
WEI™- Golden Root Purifying Mud Mask
I am most excited to try this. I've never tried a mud mask. Truly waiting for an appropriate "mud mask" moment which should include a hot bath and big glass of wine. I'm hoping it's soon.....
BEAUTY EXTRA
WEI™ - Pomegranate Buffing Beads
I've always loved using facial exfoliators with buffing beads. This product is unique in the fact that it's dry and you add water to make it the consistency you want. GOOD STUFF!
*Plus, we got an extra treat of a Ghiradelli Caramel square. You know, cause all those big Hollywood celebs are popping chocolate the day of the Red Carpet ;)
MARCH BIRCHBOX
Birchbox also ran with the "March Madness" theme this month. It included a wide and exciting variety of veteran products, and introduced new "rookies" to the BB family to help prep your entire body for spring! Almost like a beauty spring cleaning!
I have to say, this could be my favorite box so far.
MAKE - eyeshadow
Two products for this rookie company, MAKE, hi-light my box this month. I LOVE the taupe color eyeshadow I got. It's the perfect neutral for everyday wear!
MAKE- Face Primer Broad Spectrum SPF 30
I have been waiting to try a face primer to see if it truly does make your foundation and powder have staying power. I've worn it few times, including to the BON JOVI concert at the Q (blog post coming!), and even rocking out all night didn't make this product fail!
Nick Chavez® Beverly Hills - Color Saver Sulfate Free Shampoo
YES! YES! YES! Color saver!!! This shampoo leaves my hair feeling soft, extremely lightweight and easy to style. The scent is light and wonderful. Wish I could have tried it paired with the conditioner, but I may take the risk and buy them both in full-size and see. If you have color-treated hair and it's feeling dull, dry and lifeless - give this product a whirl!
Whish - Shave Crave Shaving Cream
I was also able to give this product the ultimate test during our Kalahari visit. What dries legs out more than winter weather + cholorine + hard water + shaving? Answer: Nothing. This is a great moisturizing shaving cream. The consistency is more like lotion because of the shea butter. So while you're shaving, you need to rinse your razor after every pass on your leg, but it does the trick keeping them soft! And is smells great!
BEAUTY EXTRA
Madewell for Birchbox - Emery Board
Who doesn't love a well made and pretty emery board? Mine made it's way into my purse and has rescued me several times already! Thanks Madewell and Birchbox!
