PopSugar Must Have: February 2017


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This month’s PopSugar box came early for me - yay! It’s always fun to receive these boxes at the beginning of the month because it’s so unexpected and feels even more like Christmas morning! There’s nothing quite like the happy feeling of getting a surprise present in the mail :) The PopSugar Must Have box is a monthly subscription ($40/month or less if you make a 3, 6, or year long commitment)  that sends subscribers full-size versions of the season's must-have beauty, fashion, and home products. If you're thinking about diving into the subscription box world, I would highly recommend trying out the PopSugar Must Have - it's my all time favorite subscription box! ♥

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Tribe Alive: Foldover Clutch Retail $98

Personally, I’m not much of a clutch girl (call me lazy, but I find it annoying to have to hold something in my hand when I could just sling something over my shoulder and be hands free!) but if I were a clutch girl, this is definitely a versatile, casual little clutch that I could see myself using! Since I don’t plan on using it as a clutch, I’ve decided to use it as an adorable toiletry bag for traveling! I think it’ll be a great fit for the bigger items that don’t fit into my little make-up bags! 

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Battington Lashes: Monroe 3D Silk Lashes -  Retail $28

I’m a complete newbie when it comes to false eyelashes but I’m always looking to try more brands and types of eyelashes in order to find the best pair for my eye shape! These eyelashes are a little out of my comfort zone (I think I’m going to start off with a shorter, less dramatic pair!), but I love getting introduced to new products like this one and trying them out in order to figure out what works best for me! Plus, these false eyelashes came in the cutest little box and since I’m never quite sure how to store my false eyelashes, I’m happy to have a pretty little box where I can store these eyelashes in between uses. 

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Chuao Chocolatier: Cinnamon Cereal Smooch Chocolate Bar - Retail $6

I loved receiving this in the February box because I’m always in a chocolate-y mood around Valentine’s Day! Plus, you can never have enough chocolate :) 

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Juara Skincare: Candlenut Body Creme - Retail $35

I can never say no to receiving any size, shape, or variety of moisturizer! When winter comes along, I’m pretty sure I could down a tub of moisturizer in a week with how dry my skin can get! Although this moisturizer doesn’t really stand out too much, I was happy to receive a product that I can easily fit into my regular skincare routine and get a lot of use out of! 

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Revlon Super Lustrous Love is on Lipstick - Retail $7.99

Don’t get me wrong, I love receiving lipsticks because they are my absolute favorite make-up category, but why does it always seem like I’m receiving bright reds in my subscription boxes? As much as I love a good statement lip color, realistically, I’m wearing nude lip colors 6 days out of the week, so I really wish I received more nude lip colors instead of bright reds! 

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Kris Nations Jewelry: Love Script Necklace - Retail $48

This is by far my favorite of the box! This sweet little necklace is beautiful, delicate, and something that could truly go with any type of outfit. But let’s not forget about the packaging - so cute!! All necklaces should come in little corked glass bottles! The only thing I’m a little worried about is that all of the beautiful little necklaces I’ve received in past subscription boxes have been so delicate that the chains end up breaking, so I’m really hoping that this one doesn’t fall victim to the same fate!

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If not for the lovely little necklace, this would just be a middle of the line box for me - but I love that little necklace so much that it almost doesn’t matter what else is in the box! Overall, however, PopSugar has always been and is still my favorite subscription box because even if there are items that don’t exactly fit my preferences (i.e. the clutch), I can always think of good ways to use them in my everyday life, just maybe not in the area in which they were intended! What are your thoughts on the February PopSugar? Are there any other subscription boxes you think I should try? I’d love to hear your thoughts!

PopSugar Must Have: January 2017


Hello and welcome to the first subscription box post of 2017! I absolutely loved this month's box and am so excited to start the year off with all of these new products. The PopSugar Must Have box is a monthly subscription ($40/month or less if you make a 3, 6, or year long commitment)  that sends subscribers full-size versions of the season's must-have beauty, fashion, and home products. If you're thinking about diving into the subscription box world, I would highly recommend trying out the PopSugar Must Have - it's my all time favorite subscription box!

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Manduka: eQua Mat Towel in Playa - Retail $38

One of the biggest problems I face in yoga classes is slipping all over the place because my hands sweat! I own quite a few yoga towels as a result, but this yoga towel is definitely one of the better ones I've received so far! It has great grip and really soaks up moisture quickly.  

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Sourcebooks, Inc: Instant Happy Notes - Retail $8.99

These little sticky notes are so much fun! Each one has a little motivational, inspiring, or happy note on it for those days when you just need a little bit of encouragement. I love writing all of my favorite motivational lines on post-it notes and putting them around my apartment, so this little pack of notes is already one step ahead of me! 

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Daily Concepts: Your Hair Wrap Towel - Retail $18

This hair wrap towel looks so cozy and warm - I'm excited to use it! I've recently really gotten into taking baths and I think it will be the perfect wrap for keeping my hair out of the way if I'm using a hair mask while taking a nice soak in the tub :) 

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Dean & Deluca: Peppermint Loose Leaf Tea - Retail $10.75

Even though I'm not a regular tea drinker (not enough caffeine - I need coffee!), I have always loved the idea of drinking tea and love trying new flavors. This peppermint tea smells absolutely amazing and is such a wonderful flavor to receive in a subscription box because it's such a universal, simple flavor. I'm a fan!

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Goldfaden MD: Fresh A Peel Multi Acid Resurfacing Peel - Retail $85

First thought when looking at this product description? Thank God I received this in a subscription box - Is that price tag real?! Don't get me wrong, I love a good skincare regimen but as a lady on a budget, I keep myself to a strict $50 limit. If a single skincare item is more than $50, it's off the table for my current budget. So far, this peel has been nice to use but I haven't really noticed too much of a difference in my skin after using it. I recently received an O.R.G. face peel in my last FabFitFun box and prefer that one since I can see exfoliation happening directly on my skin. Although this Goldfaden MD peel might be good for people who need a more gentle peel, I prefer peels that really allow me to see the effects of the product quickly. 

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Glade: Coconut and Beach Woods Candle - Retail $4.99

This was a little bonus item for this month and I am so excited about it! Ever since I moved into an apartment I actually love, I've been obsessed with making my home as cozy as possible. I'm perpetually running out of candles because they are such a huge part of my cozy home routine. This smell is light and simple - a perfect little candle for my office! :) 

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May Designs: Desk Calendar & Notecard - Retail $25

Saving the best for last - this was my absolute favorite of the entire box! I recently re-decorated my home office space and have been on the lookout for a cute, colorful desktop calendar. This May Designs calendar is beautiful, simple, elegant, and complements my current office décor perfectly. Plus, this is another one of those moments where my PopSugar Box sends me something that is already on my wish list, saving me the trouble of actually going out and buying the product myself! 

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This month's PopSugar box was absolutely perfect for me! I wish every month's box was as spot on as this one was! I plan on using all of the products I received and they are all products from categories that I regularly purchase on my own anyway (i.e. candles, yoga stuff, stationary, tea)! What did you think of this month's box? I'd love to hear your thoughts! 

PopSugar Must Have: December 2016


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For some reason, my favorite season for subscription boxes is winter! I think it's because of all of the cozy, warm, and fuzzy products that show up in my boxes due to the cold-weather season! The PopSugar Must Have box is a monthly subscription ($40/month or less if you make a 3, 6, or year long commitment)  that sends subscribers full-size versions of the season's must-have beauty, fashion, and home products. If you're thinking about diving into the subscription box world, I would highly recommend trying out the PopSugar Must Have - it's my all time favorite subscription box!

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Dessange Professional Hair Luxury: Top Coat Serum - Retail $11.99

Honestly, I haven't tried this one yet since I'm not really one for hair products usually but I'm excited to try it and I love that it's actually a decently sized product. 

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Baublebar: Snowfall Pendant - Retail $28

I've heard of Baublebar but have never actually tried any of their products myself - until now! I'm always so happy when my subscription boxes give me products or brands I've been meaning to try but have never really gotten around to trying! 

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Sisters' Gourmet: Classic Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix - Retail $6.99

I haven't actually gotten around to making this mix (way too many cookies left over from the holidays!) but I am so excited to try it! Or if I don't end up getting to it, it will make a perfect little gift. 

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Winky Lux: Lip Pill in Bunny - Retail $14

The packaging on this lipstick is absolutely beautiful. The lipstick shade inside is a beautiful rich red shade but I think the part about this lipstick that stands out is really the design of the tube! 

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Mane Message: Date Night Bobby Pins - Retail $10

These bobby pins are perfect for the holidays! A little bit of sparkle but nothing too over the top!

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Odeme: Catchall + Ring Dish - Retail $67

Saving the best for last, this catchall and ring dish is exactly what I needed! Catchalls are one of those things that I never think to buy but as soon as I have one, I'm using it all of the time! I have a bad habit of leaving bobby pins, earrings, and lipsticks on any and all horizontal surfaces and this thing is currently filled to the brim with all sorts of goodies. I love this! 

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Despite deciding to ditch subscription boxes overall, I'm still pretty happy that I decided to buy 6 additional months of my PopSugar box as a Christmas gift to myself! It's one of the only ways you can give yourself a surprise gift! :) What did you think of this month's box? I'd love to hear your thoughts!