June Birch Box Review

I was actually pretty excited when I unboxed this months Birch Box, the 'Paradise Found' theme really added some sunshine to my day with its bright colours and palm tree & pineapple pattern, I also really loved this months new box design with its little draw instead of the usual pull-string bag, really kinda hope they stick with this design because I definitely prefer it.

This month products

Jelly Pong Pong

Paradise Pigments in Cake Pop | RRP £17.95

What Birch box says:

"This more-subtle-than-it-looks pigment pot is the perfect way to inject some colour into your makeup routine. It blends out beautifully to add a pop of colour to the lips and cheeks and can be built up for bolder colour"

My Opinion:

To be honest I was a little reluctant to try another product from Jelly Pong Pong as I had tried a mascara from that brand previously that caused my eyelashes to turn all short and stumpy ( great look I know) but I thought I'd give it a go as it is a different product and I felt pretty sure it wouldn't have that effect on my lips. The product smells gorgeous and goes on really smooth when applied to the lips, however I didn't really like it on my cheeks, the shade was okay but I guess I just prefer a powder blush.

Rating:

3/5

Percy & Reed

Reassuringly Firm Session Hold Hairspray | RRP £12

What Birch box says:

"Trying to perfect those Pinterest-inspired braids? This ultra fine, humidity- resistant spray is free of that crunchy feeling - so restyle away if your heart desires".

My Opinion:

Its a bit of an unnecessarily long name for a hairspray if you ask me, and all that about it being non-crunchy is a load of poo coz it was crunchy, but it helped my hair stay nicely in place and didn't have a strong nasty smell so it was pretty alright.

Rating:

3/5

James Read

Overnight Tan - Sleep Mask Face Tan | RRP £25

What Birch box says:

"If faking a tan can feel like a chore then think of this as your fuss-free alternative. Created to do its work while you snooze, the fast- drying formula goes on colourless (to avoid the risk of it staining your pillow) and develops into a golden glow overnight"

My Opinion:

I was pretty impressed with this product, it smelt lovely and did indeed dry pretty fast and when I checked it later ( I must confess I didn't sleep in it) I had a subtle golden glow to my face.

Rating:

4/5

Benefit Cosmetics

Air Patrol BB Cream Eyelid primer | RRP £21.50

What Birch box says:

"Between battling sunlight and pollution, plus your routine, your eyes go through a lot in a day. This formula will show them some TLC - It protects, primes, and colour corrects lids, while keeping the delicate eye area nourished "

My Opinion:

This primer was pretty nice to apply but to be honest it does what a lot of eye primers do, keeps more makeup in place, creates a nice base to apply eye shadow but I don't feel like it did much more than that.

Rating:

3/5

Whish

Coconut Milk CC Body Cream | £21.50

What Birch box says:

"Summer's arrival means it's time for your skin to take centre stage and you cant go wrong with this all-natural lotion! The fast-absorbing formula will hydrate and bronze you from tip to toe while treating your skin to nourishment too."

My Opinion:

This was my favourite item in this months box, it smells amazing, It smells like summer! It goes on really smooth and spreads really well. The formula has a very subtle sparkle to it which is perfect for sunny days because your skin will light up giving you a gorgeous glow.

Rating:

4/5


What did you think of this month Birch box?

Are there any products you're curious to try?

Let me know in the comments,

until next time,

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