Sample Society - March 2015

 

Oh yeah, Sample Society is here! This month I was able to know about all of the contents in this box due to gossip from other bloggers. I've been getting sort of impatient lately especially when it comes to Sample Society because it can be a hit or miss sort of deal. Each month you're guaranteed five generously sized deluxe samples and a $10 BeautyBar.com giftcard to redeem on any $50 BeautyBar purchase for only $15 a month (to the US only, shipping included). 


Pictured above is the mini mag for this month featuring all of the samples in this month's box. It's generally a helpful guide for learning more about each product. 


Here's a peek into this month's box!


Oscar Blandi Pronto Texture & Volume Spray
Juice Beauty  Green Apple Age Defy Moisturizer
Benefit Cosmetics Roller Lash Mascara
Malin + Goetz Mojito Lip Balm
Cargo Cosmetics Essential Lip Gloss in Tahiti

I'm super excited to see two specific items that will be considered as repeats for me but was introduced to me first through two different subscription boxes. It's a plus for me since I've already come to enjoy them. Now onto the rest of the products!

First up is the Oscar Blandi texturizing spray. This is the only product where I'm not quite specific with the brand. The spray however is light, and has a faint smell of what may came off to me as sort of lemony. I'm not so much into sprays for my hair anymore so I'll probably be saving this one for when I truly need it.

Next up is the Juice Beauty moisturizer. I was in desperate need of a moisturizer that was simple and excluded harmful ingredients so I'm grateful to have received one in this month's box. I'm quite familiar with Juice Beauty. Their products are typically so-so when it comes to my combination/sensitive skin. I'm not really in need of the "age defy" part in this moisturizer but I love that Juice Beauty products are always loaded with organic ingredients. This moisturizer takes a while to rub in because it has more of a rich creamy base but it works well and keeps my skin hydrated!

Now for the lovely Benefit Cosmetics roller lash mascara! Ever since receiving this beauty in my Birchbox last month I've been in awe. I still can't come to terms if this can replace my ultimate favorite (their one any only "They're Real" mascara!). I've noticed that it works best for curling but not so much lengthening wise for my lashes. I'm still happy to have a second one on hand since I'm not quite through with my first one. Saves me from splurging on a full size one anytime soon!

The Malin + Goetz mojito lip balm is also a repeat item for me from since I've originally received it from my Ipsy glam bag over a year ago. Can you believe that I still have it to this day? The only difference is that this one is a sample size but it's not much smaller than the full size product. I also like the sample size better because the applicator is much easier to handle and doesn't spew out too much of the product at once.

Last but not least is the Cargo Cosmetics essential lip gloss. I really wish I would have received a different color because I feel as if every time I receive a gloss or lipstick in any of my subscriptions it turns out to be a peachy nude color which is one that I don't need a lot of. It's a sheer gloss (which doesn't help the color at all) and goes on a bit creamy. It's not sticky which is always good when it comes to gloss and I'm happy that it's full size!

Overall this month's Sample Society box was not the greatest but the value however wasn't so bad considering it turned out to be over $55 worth of samples. For only $15 a month I can't quite complain but I truly hope that next month turns out much better product wise.

P.S. - Score $5 off your first month as a new subscriber with the code 5FORYOU!

xox.

krissy