Birchbox August 2016 Subscription Box Review #2 + Coupon

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Birchbox
Birchbox

Birchbox is a beauty sample subscription box with at least 5 new items to test out each month. Birchbox is $10 a month and formerly featured an extensive points/review system that they have removed in favor of 50 points total ($5 in the shop). You can find more about the Birchbox review program changes here.

Information Card
Information Card

The information card gives brief details on each item. You can visit Birchbox.com/MyBox to get more information on your individual samples. I noticed that Birchbox updated the header on the card to a gift with purchase offer.

Theme Card
Theme Card

The theme card discussed the inspiration for the box theme. I know it is the end of the summer when the cicadas are singing every night.

BirchboxAugust1601

Birchbox thinks I am supercool.  Anyone else received a fun label this month?

First Peek
First Peek

I am happy to see Acure!

Birchbox August 2016
Birchbox August 2016

Here is my August Birchbox. I am excited about the Coola item and Acure wipes.

Acure Wipes
Acure Wipes

The Acure Coconut + Argan Oil Cleansing Towelettes (12 wipes, $2.80) did an excellent of removing my makeup. It’s free of all the nasties that I try to avoid and full of good ingredients. Put the wipes in the fridge and use them after a hot August day.

Coola Daydream Mineral Primer
Coola Daydream Mineral Primer

I noticed that Birchbox explained why it selected three items on my account.  The Coola Daydream Mineral Primer (.10 oz, $4.20) was selected for me because it “helps prevents redness and rosacea.” While I disagree that they feel the Coola Primer prevents rosacea and could not find the claim on the Coola website, it did work well on my skin. I am looking to change my primer, and this may be it.

Garfield checking out the Oribe Spray
Garfield checking out the Oribe Spray

Garfield is confused by the Oribe Apres Beach Wave and Shine Spray (1 oz, $4.59). I am too, Garfield, I am too.

Closeup
Closeup

It says on my account that it was selected because it is “good for your curly hair.” Seriously? My hair waves and curls on its own. Why would I use a spray that adds waves to my hair? It’s already there!

R&D
R&Co Dry Shampoo

The R&Co Badlands Dry Shampoo (.25 oz, $3.18) was selected for me by Birchbox because I have thick hair. Brandy did a great job explaining it in her review. I’ll take it to the farm in case I ever decide to use it.

MannaKadar Bronzer Highlighter
Manna Kadar Bronzer Highlighter

I received the Manna Kadar Bronzer Highlighter from the Manna Kadar Day Dream Palette ($5.50). The colors can be mixed together for a customized look.

Swatch
Swatch

I pressed down hard for the swatches.  The highlighter is above the bronzer swatch.

Garfield
Garfield

Taking pictures with Garfield around was the best part of my Birchbox. I am flabbergasted that Birchbox marked that the beach wave spray is good for curly hair. I have no faith in their ability to match products to my profile if they are going to mark items for incorrect use. I will be using the wipes and primer from my box. The rest will go to the farm or to my sister. I will be ecstatic if the Coola Primer works out for me because I want to replace my current primer. My box is worth approximately $20.27.

What do you think of my August Birchbox? What did you receive in yours? Share below and let us know!

For a limited time, new Birchbox subscribers can use coupon code NATURALEYE to get a free W3LL PEOPLE Expressionist Mascara FREE with a Birchbox subscription!

Visit Birchbox to subscribe or find out more!

The Subscription: Birchbox
The Description:Birchbox is a discovery box that will send you 5 samples or full-size products. Earn rewards points by subscribing and reviewing your products that you can spend on full-size items on their site.
The Price: $10 per month
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The Reviews: See all our Birchbox Reviews.
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