July Empties

Opps it seems that I am a bit behind with my empties posts, but better late than never I guess. So let have a look at the products I used up in July and my thoughts about them

ORGANIC CARE Normal balance shampoo and ORGANIC CARE Normal balance conditioner (full size)
I am a big fan of organic hair  products, they are affordable and make my hair feel great. I also get eczema on my scalp so I find organic product to be more gentle and less likely to flare up my skin issues.
Repurchase: Yes and I have brought this shampoo and conditioner many times.

AVON Naturals Body Care Cherry Blossoms (full size)

I got this pretty cheaply when it was on sale, I just had to grab it because I love cherry blossoms. This smelt nice, and was okay for a shower gel.
Repurchase: If it was on sale I would consider it.

SHE mascara (full size)

I received this mascara in the colour brown from one of my subscription boxes. To be honest I was not that pleased when I first got it because my eyelashes are black, so I thought brown mascara was a bit pointless. I tried it anyway and I didn’t think it was anything special. The brown colour was not as bad as I thought it would be on me, but naturally it didn’t make my eye lashes stand out as much as black does.
Repurchase: No, I didn't think it was anything special, and I personally prefer waterproof mascara.

SUKIN Facial Moisturiser (sample)
I am fan of Sukin products. Sukin are Australian owned and made, carbon neutral, organic, paraben free, vegan and do not test on animals; so what is there not to love about them. I thought this facial moisturiser was good and I really liked the smell as well. After using this product I went out and brought a whole bunch of Sukin products.
Repurchase: I already have a full sized bottle stored away.

HERBAL ESSENCES Shampoo and HERBAL ESSENCES Conditioner (sample)
I thought these samples were okay, they smell really nice. These products are paraben and colourant free which I liked.
Repurchase: Probably not.

CLEAR Nourishing Shampoo (sample)
I thought this shampoo was okay, but I prefer to use organic or at least paraben free hair products.
Repurchase: No

ROMY Body Wash and Shampoo in Eucalyptus Lemongrass & Lime (samples)
I loved the smell of these Romy products and I quite liked them. I love how Romy doesn't use nasty chemicals in their products, but for me I think their products are a bit out of my price range. 
Repurchase: Maybe if I found them on sale.

 

ESLOR Soothing Refiner & Cleanser, Soothing Cream, Replenishing Scrub and Comforting Mask (samples) 

On a whole I really enjoyed using these samples of an expensive brand that I probably would not have had a chance to try out otherwise (I received these in a subscription box). The comforting mask was my favourite, I have never tried a mask that nice before and you could tell it was expensive product. I also really like the scrub as well especially that it didn't contain micro beads (rubbing your face with plastic beads is gross in my opinion).

Repurchase: Sadly the full sized products are expensive so I don't think I will.

GAIA Foaming Cleanser (sample)
I really enjoy using Gaia products. I find they work well and they are Australian and organic. This cleanser smells lovely and I like how it foams up.
Repurchase: I already have a full sized bottle of cleanser. I've purchased Gaia a few times before and I probably will again in the future.

MARY KAY Botanical Effects Mask (sample)
This sample was tiny I barely had enough to cover up my entire face. I thought it was okay but it is hard to tell with only one try if it makes a difference or not.
Repurchase: No.

Bellabox June Review

Bellabox is an Australia beauty sample subscription box which for the price of $15 a month subscribers receive at least 5 samples (and sometimes full sized products).

Usually I get my box in a very timely manner however my June box did not arrive until the second week of July. This was because of the courier service that Bellabox was trying out with some customers. I guess that I can't hold that against Bellabox but it was a little bit annoying, especially since I live in the same city as the Bellabox warehouse.

Now to have a look at what goodies I received for June.

GARNIER BB Cream Normal Skin (RRP $13.95 AUD for 40ml) Full sized product 


I have used the Garnier sensitive BB cream and have liked it so I welcome receiving another one BB cream from them. I am glad that my product came in 'medium' which is the prefect colour for my skin. I had been planning to purchase the one designed for oily skin which I think might suit my skin better, but I guess I will just continue to add some powder. It is great that this BB cream now includes SPF, because many BB creams do not and I would have to apply sunscreen underneath.

OLAY Regenerist Revitalising Hydration Cream (RRP $34.99 AUD for 50g) Sample size 14g
I am 26 so I have not really been using anti ageing creams. This is a product that my mother uses so I am trying to decide if I should pass this on to her, or if I should just use it as a day time cream for myself.

HERBAL ESSENCES Naked Shine Shampoo and Conditioner (RRP $6.99 AUD each for 300ml) Sample size 40ml each
These samples are of a new range of hair care that are paraben and colourant free. I prefer to use shampoo and conditioners that do have nasty chemicals in them, so these are right up my alley. They smell amazing and I am looking forward to giving them a try.

BURT'S BEES Almond Milk Beeswax Hand Creme (RRP $19.95 AUD for 57g) Sample size 7g
I have a toddler and have been caring for my father so I have to wash my hands all the time, and my hands have been getting very dry so I was happy to get a hand cream. I really enjoy Burt's Bee product and after trying this for a couple of days I am very happy with this cream. I like the almond scent and the fact that it is not too greasey on your hands afterwards.

ST TROPEZ Self Tan Bronzing Face Lotion (RRP $49.95 AUD for 50ml) Sample size 5ml
I don't use tanners because I have olive skin so I will not be using this sample. I will be passing this on to a friend instead.

NUTRIMETICS Nutri-Rich Instant Radiance Beauty Balm (RRP $50 AUD for 50ml) Sample size 2ml.
When I first saw this sachet sample I thought it was another BB cream because BB means Beauty Balm. However the directions on the back make it sound like a treatment cream. I am a bit confused and will need to check out exactly what this cream is designed for.

INSTYLE AUSTRALIA Magazine (RRP $9.95 AUD)
I don't normally buy magazines (unless they have freebies with them) but I do enjoy reading them. I was actually in hospital last week so I was grateful that I had something to read.

Overall I am happy with my June Bellabox, I was not amazed by the samples inside but with the exception of the tanning lotion I will be using everything in this box. I think for $15 (including postage) that Bellabox is great value, especially with the full size BB cream.

Disclaimer: I brought this box with my own money. My thoughts are my own and not influenced by anyone else.