Be Paparazzi Ready with the February ESSENCE BeautyBox
ESSENCE, the most coveted and respected magazine for women of color (WOC) in both print and online arenas expanded its horizons by entering the subscription box service world. The first ESSENCE debuted in October 2015 with a curated set of deluxe beauty samples perfect for women of color. I was lucky enough to receive the February box for review purposes. I’m excited to share its contents with you.
The February ESSENCE BeautyBox contains products chosen by ESSENCE Beauty editors to ensure the box recipient is ready for the paparazzi at any given moment.
Cover FX Mattifying Primer with Anti-Acne Treatment – .16 oz – Value: $5.00
This was my favorite item in the box! I’ve wanted to try this exact primer for a while now. God answered my prayers. My skin can become an oil slick, and using this first definitely helped with that. Breakouts were practically non-existent due to the Salicylic acid. If you haven’t yet, check out this primer.
Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Soak It Up Oil Cocktail – 4.1oz – Value: $9.99
Featuring Coconut and Moringa Oils, this cocktail is said to easily absorb into the hair, preventing dryness. First, I love the scent of this oil. It’s very tropical, and lingers a bit. I typically do not use oils on my hair due to my hair being fine, and oils tend to weigh it down, but with this product I didn’t have that issue.
Iman Cosmetics Luxury Lip Shimmer ‘Muse’ – Sample Size – Value: $1.00
Subscribers may have received a lipstick or lipgloss from Iman’s brand. My February ESSENCE BeautyBox contained the Iman Luxury Lip Shimmer in a beautiful milky, pinky nude shade called ‘Muse’. Even though it is a shimmer gloss, the shimmer is barely there, which I love. I’m in my early 30’s and the last thing I want is shimmer in my makeup. This shade is perfect for me.
Colgate Optic White Platinum Express White Toothpaste in Fresh Mint – .075 oz – Value: $1.00
This toothpaste arrived just in time because I took it with me on our most recent trip to Florida. There’s a lot of bang in that little tube. My teeth and breath felt clean. I’d definitely purchase a full-size tube.
Kiss Looks So Natural Lashes in Flirty KFL02 – Value: $3.99
I love wearing lashes on special occasions. Otherwise, you can find me just applying them on other people. These are nice; I’ve actually used a similar pair, if not the exact pair (I go through so many). They give a natural look without being too overwhelming.
Broadway Eyes Strip Lash Adhesive with Aloe in Clear DGLG02 – 3g – Value: $1.99
You can’t have eyelashes without an adhesive right? This box included lash glue by Broadway Eyes. I’ve used this brand before and didn’t have a good reaction; it burned! Unfortunately, I didn’t get to try it. I just wasn’t brave enough. If you use this lash glue please let me know how you like it. This glue is also black; I prefer my glue to dry clear.
Miss Jessie’s Coily Custard – 1 oz – Value: $1.60
My hair is natural, but I haven’t yet worn it natural… well, curly or in a twist out. I haven’t yet tried this product, but may eventually use it on my daughter. Stay tuned for updates.
Overall, I’m happy with what the February contained. So far my favorite items include: Dark and Lovely Au Naturale Soak It Up Oil Cocktail, Colgate Optic White Platinum Express White Toothpaste in Fresh Mint, Cover FX Mattifying Primer with Anti-Acne Treatment, and the Iman Luxury Lip Shimmer. For $15, the subscriber received at least $25 worth of products, which sounds like a win to me.
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Pretty awesome products here! I still have to try Cover FX products!
It looks like a fabulous box of goodies! Glad to see that CoverFX is participating in the box too. And I would love those lashes! Enjoy
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I love that Colgate toothpaste–it really whitens!
Wow, what an awesome box! The acne treatment primer is amazing!
This box isn't for me but they do have a nice range of products.
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I've seen this advertised and I was always curious about it. it seems like they picked out some nice items for the box.
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Awesome box! Muse is GORGEOUS!
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You know I'm a big fan of Cover FX. Glad you got to try them.
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I love my CoverFX primers! So glad you got to finally try it. I love Miss Jessie's products too.
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this is definitely a cool box!
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