Orange Glad July 2016

OrangeGlad - is a monthly subscription service that will send you a variety of sweets and desserts every month. You should receive five items. Boxes are normally shipped during the 1st and 2nd weeks of the month.  If you find something you really love you can visit the online store to purchase more of it. There are occasional full size products, but mostly this is sent in snack size portions. Therefore, I generally won't be providing a dollar value.

Orange Glad also sends a nice info booklet each month that talks about the vendors whose products are included.

Torie & Howard Pomegranate & Nectarine Hard Candy - I don't eat a lot of hard candy, so not sure if I'll even try this.

Espresso Dulce de Leche Brownies - There were three included. A decadent and rich chocolate brownie flavored with espresso and drizzled with freshly made dulce de leche.

Whimsy & Spice Honey Lavender Shortbread Cookies .

The Cravory Salted Caramel Cream Cookies. This sounds yummy and I can't wait to try it!

S'mores Biscotti - Biscotti with marshmallows? Yum! Can't wait to try with coffee.

Last look at the full box!
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Beauty Fix July 2016 Review

Beauty Fix - is a monthly beauty and makeup subscription box service from DermStore.com. You will receive full and travel size items worth at least $100. They send items from well known brands. All items are sold on their website. you generally get a coupon each month as well. If you are interested, contact us and we can send you an email link that will get you $10 towards your account. Cost: $24.95/month
How Often: Monthly
Ships To: United States via USPS 

There is a two sided info card that tells about the items included. It's very helpful.

DS Laboratories Oligo DX - $34. Full Size. This is a skin smoothing treatment to give your legs a toned appearance by blurring away the dimples and other imperfections. I have no idea if this would work or not, but might be worth a try.

Glytone Acne Treatment Spray Back and Chest - $20. I have never heard of anything like this, so it's interesting if nothing else.

Neova CU3 intensive Lip Repair - $22. This is an intensive treatment for your lips. Works great for all kinds of weather, heat or cold. I like getting lip treatments in subs, so this is great even if I have never heard of this brand.

Dr. Hauschka Night Serum - $60. Full Size. Another night serum, but I do like this brand. This one is a gel formula, but it's said to instantly absorb. This is all natural ingredients and oil free. Works on all skin types.

Avene Micellar Lotion - $20. This is said to be a toner/cleanser/makeup remover all in one. I'm not sure if this would really work as a makeup remover, I plan to use as a toner.

Skyn Iceland Blemish Dots - $5. This is one packet of blemish dots (they come in sets of four). You just place this little dot over you acne concerns, and it even works if they are just forming. I have tried this in other brands, but not this one. Skyn Iceland is one of my favorites so I'm happy it was included.

Danielle Creations Therapeutic Gel Beads Eye Mask - $9.99. You can use this for cold or hot, meaning you can heat in the microwave or cold in the refrigerator. I've never gotten one of these in a sub box before, so I think this is great.

 

Last look at the full box for this month. I really liked this months box. The July box has an approximate retail value of $170.99, which is really great for a box at this price point.
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PopSugar Must Have Box July 2016 Review

PopSugar Must Have Box – is a monthly lifestyle box, geared toward women, founded by Lisa Sugar. They send full size products and a mix of beauty, home, fitness, and other items. They guarantee a value of over $100. They also curate Special Edition boxes that are released throughout the year; they are very popular and contain luxury items. We recommend this box for anyone new to subscription services. 

Cost: $29.95
How Often: Monthly
Ships To: United States via USPS and FedEx

 

 PopSugar Must Have Box includes an info card that describes the products.

Michael Stars Porcelain Skinny Scarf in White - $30. I don't know why I got two of these, but I really like Michael Stars scarfs, and I especially like this one. It is thin and very pretty. This can also be used as a headband, but I'm sure I'll be using as a scarf.

Just another pic showing one opened. It's such a great length. I like how this would be just a pop of color over your sweater or jacket.

 House of Pom Emoji napkins - $25. These cloth cocktail napkins are really cute.

Sunnylife Inflatable Swan Drink Holder - $18. You can float up to four beverages with this. I think this is cute and I am so bringing this on my next beach trip. It's too cute!

Pintrill Pineapple Pin - $12. The suggestion is to use this with your scarf. I don't know that I will do that, but I do like the Pineapple and it is sooo summer.

Sachajuan Hair in the Sun - $32. This is like sunscreen for your hair. It will not wash out in the ocean. You can use this as a styling crème, and it doubles as a protectant from harmful UV rays. This also protects your color.

European Wax Center Oh My Brow! Highlighter in Pearl - $19. This is designed to use right over your eyebrows, to make them pop a little. You can also use this as a highlighter for other areas such as cheekbones or above the lip on your cupids bow.

Joe Chips Classic Sea Salt Retro Potato Chips - $1.49. This was the snack this month. I feel like we have gotten way more salty snacks this year than sweet. I haven't tried these yet so I can't give a recommendation one way or the other, but I can tell you they are kettle chips.

Trove Gift Card - $20. This is a giftcard, not a coupon. But this store does not seem to have many items that are near this price range, so I'll be passing on this one.

This months box has an approximate retail value of $137. This does not include the gift card to the overpriced store. My favorite item this month is the Michael Stars scarf, which is similar to a full size one we received a few years ago. The scarf makes the box for me this month.
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PopSugar Must Have Mini Box July 2016 Review

PopSugar MINI Must Have Box  is a new subscription from PopSugar. It is a mini version of the full size box. It will include two full size items each month. The items will be different than what is included in the full size box. You are guaranteed to receive two (2) full size items worth over $30.
Cost: $18.95
How Often: Monthly
Ships To: United States via USPS and FedEx

 This is the first look this month. I had already seen the spoilers so I knew what we were getting.

 PopSugar Mini box also includes an info card that explains the items that are included.

 Let it Block SPF 30 Sunscreen - $14.99. This sunscreen comes in a recyclable pouch. This container is 3 oz and will fit great in a travel bag. The formula is paraben-free and nutrient rich.This is also water resistant for up to 80 minutes.

Sunnylife Pineapple Ice Tray (set of 2) - $17. These are the absolute cutest ice cube trays that I have ever owned. I really love them. I have never received ice cube trays in a sub box, so I'm especially happy to get these.

I wanted to show you what the ice cubes look like up close. They are even cuter than I thought they would be. The tip card suggests using it for herbs or fruit. I imagine that these would also make cute wine cubes.
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Frownies Eye Gels Review

*This item was sent to us for review purposes*

Frownies Eye Gels - $16. Frownies eye gels are basically eye pads that relax the muscles in your face, to train your muscles to be more relaxes. The more you use them, the better they work. Frownies products are made with natural ingredients, and are safe for most people with sensitive skin. It allows skin cells to position themselves to better support the epidermis. They basically separate the crease in the muscle.

Initially, you use these 3 days in a row, then you can drop down to once a week. They won't completely erase your wrinkles, nor do they claim to, but they do make them less noticeable. You can use the Frownies eye gels on both your eyes OR they also work great for around the mouth as well. It works best if you use them nightly.

The Frownies are little gel pads, they arrive in little packs, where they sit in the rose water serum. The fragrance is minimal, and I'm someone who is sensitive to flower smells and this didn't bother me at all. I have been using them in the morning. I put them on and make my coffee and check my email, and they don't bother me at all. I have heard they are easy to sleep in as well, but I haven't tried that.

 

At first I didn't realize Frownies were reusable, but I think that's such a great feature. You just place them back in the tray and rehydrate them with FROWNIES Rose Water Toner Hydrator, and keep them in the refrigerator. You can continue to do this until they dissolve. I have yet needed to "re-hydrate" mine, but we are keeping them in the fridge, and I have used them several times.

 

We have noticed a difference while using Frownies. After about 15-20 minutes my morning eye puffiness is all but disappeared. They also do what they say about making the wrinkles less noticeable and relaxed. And my eyes just feel a little softer as well!

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5th Avenue Style Limited Edition Summer Box Review

5th Avenue Style is a luxury accessories box that sends you items such as jewelry, scarves, bags, small leather goods, and sunglasses. You will receive 4-5 luxury items in the regular subscription and 4-5 branded items in the Deluxe box. They do calculate the RV based on the original retail value of the box. They offer Limited Edition boxes and also offer a quarterly subscription for $390.
Cost: $158/regular box $159/ Deluxe Box
How Often: Monthly
Ships To: Anywhere via USPS  and $35 shipping for international

One thing to know about this box is the items are unlikely to be from a current season. This means you may or may not be able to find a price or other item information online.

This review is for the Limited Edition Summer Box. The cost was $270. The items were wrapped in silver tissue paper. The box it came in was rather large, unnecessarily large, and there was an incredible amount of bubble wrap.

Sorial Allen Tote in Soft Grey - $98. I cannot find this online, but I'm using $98 as an estimate because this is what other similar totes from this brand are costing. This is the brand name bag that was promised. I wasn't overly thrilled with it at first, but it's really grown on me now. I thought it was just such a plain color, but I am liking the detail, and it doesn't feel so plain anymore. I like this brand and have other bags from them. I was unable to find this style for sale anywhere.

 

There was a smaller box inside the Sorial tote. This had off of the rest of the items nicely wrapped in silver tissue paper.

Everything item was inside it's own white organza bag.

Rivka Friedman Esha Domed Bangle with Scattered CZ Stones, Black/White - $150. I can't find anything nice to say about this bangle. I don't like bangles in general, but the stones on this seem misplaced, it's clear that was the intention, but it still seems off.

BCBGeneration Sprial Bangle in Silver - $20. I do not like these types of bracelets on me. I think this is shiny and pretty, but I will never wear it.

Alta Vintage Sterling Silver Curved Ring - LOVE this!! I like that it's unique, shiny, and fits me just fine. Never heard of this brand and I have no clue where to find this.

Alta Vintage Sterling Silver Leaf Pendant Necklace - Same brand as above, still never heard of it. I think this should be prettier than it is, it looks kind of cheap to me. Not a fan and definitely not something I would consider a "luxury" item.

Taya Long Pearl Necklace - Cannot find online. These are heavier than I thought they would be. Not heavy enough to actually be real, but they are surprisingly heavy. They are really nice and I like that they can be worn different ways.

AtStyle247 Classic Oversized Sunglasses, Black - $75. I LOVE these as well. I am always happy to get new sunglasses, and I personally really like oversized glasses, so these are great! I also like the design on the side.

These glasses are pretty huge for my face, but I really really like them!

Bubble Wrap - $5. This box had so much bubble wrap included, that I'm actually considering it a bonus! It's a small role, but still way more than needed for this shipment. Since we do a lot of shipments, I'm happy to see it included.

I did receive some items I really like, but I can't say it was worth the price of the box. I like the bubble wrap bonus almost as much as the sunglasses. 5th Avenue Style does state they use the original MSRP for their pricing guidelines, which is a ridiculous business model since the items are not from current seasons. I am disappointed I can't calculate a better value for this box or find more information about the items anywhere online. We will not be signing up for a monthly subscription because it is not worth the money, but we did enjoy going through the limited edition box.
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