FabFitFun Fall 2019 Box Review

FabFitFun Fall 2019 Box Review

I just received my fall FabFitFun box and here's what's inside:

I am a seasonal member so I got to customize three of my choices.

Amika Strand Perfect Ceramic Styler

This a mini ceramic straightener worth $80. Amika is a great quality brand and I was happy to be able to pick this one. I used it once and it heats up very quickly, up to 450 degrees. The other choice I debated between this was the Anthropologie Travel Yoga Mat. I am glad I chose the styler.

The Better Skin Co. Lava Magik

I've heard good things about this brand. I first heard about The Better Skin Co. from Mixed Makeup on Youtube. This is a combination cleanser/scrub/mask. I can't wait to try it.

NassifMD Detox Pads

I'm always looking for new AHA/BHA toners/pads to try out so this was a no brainer for me. There are 60 pads in the container and the ingredients list includes salicylic acid, lactic acid, glycolic acid, ascorbic acid, and even bakuchiol, the new hyped up alternative to retinol. 

As a seasonal member, I get two items chosen for me by FabFitFun. Annual members get to choose their item.

Aromatherapy Associates Deep Relax Roller Ball

This roller ball is designed to be applied to help you relax. Unfortunately, I would have prefer one of the other two choices over this. The Wander Beauty eye masks or Skin & Co. toner would have been better in my mind. This item is likely a give away for me.

Skinvolve Body Boost Gel

Same for this item, I am probably going to give away this item. It is a boosting gel used prior to workouts. Again, I would have preferred the hair towel wrap over this.

Here are the items that are included in every box.

Harper + Ari Exfoliating Sugar Cubes in Juice Cleanse

These smell so good. Very fruity. I haven't heard of this brand before so this will be interesting to try.

AVEDA Damage Remedy Daily Hair Repair

Definitely looking forward to using this product before blowdrying my hair. I've used lots of Aveda products before and have had good experiences so I am expecting the same from this.

Human + Kind Body Soufflé

I have heard of this brand before, but have not used their product. I may or may not keep this. I have a huge collection of body lotions. This product is vegan and cruelty free.

Along with my box, I purchased two add-on items. 

Loli Plum Elixir

I've seen this on Instagram so I was interested in trying. It's a facial oil containing plum kernel oil, tea seed oil, pomegranate, and sea buckthorn. I got it for approximately 65% off so it was a steal. 

Saturday Skin No Bad Skin Days Set

Another upcoming brand, I got this set to try. It contains the rise + shine cleanser, wide awake brightening eye cream, and featherweight daily moisturizer. I paid $14, but this set retails $39 on Sephora.com.

This box's total value is: $295. You pay $49.99 for the entire box so each item comes to $6.24 per item. Use coupon code co-i24v for $15 off your first box.

Where to buy: FabFitFun (link)

July Favorites

July Favorites

(L to R: Secret No Alumninum Rosewater Deodorant, Tony Moly Peach Hand Cream, Aveda Heat Relief, 

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream, REN Ready Steady Glow AHA/BHA Tonic)

July was a hot month with temperates reaching sweltering degrees and a heatwave across the country. Nonetheless, here are my favorites for the month.

Secret No Aluminum Rosewater Dew Deodorant: Secret finally joined in on the aluminum free game. I haven't used a Secret deodorant or antiperspirant since high school I think. After Dove came out with their deodorants, I've been exclusively using them. But I picked this up to try because it was aluminum free and it's summer so of course, deodorant is a must. Now, this is not an antiperspirant so it doesn't stop sweat, only masks odor. It's a gel stick and has a nice light scent. It works for me!

Tony Moly Peach Hand Cream: This comes in a cute little peach-like container. Because of that, it's not very travel friendly. It has a very strong peach scent. Moisturizes well. A+ for me.

Aveda Heat Relief Thermal Protector & Conditioning Mist: This is a new Aveda product. I got it during their F&F sale. I mist this on the ends of my hair before blowdrying to protect my ends. Only thing is, don't use too much or I find my hair feels sticky after.

Murad Retinol Youth Renewal Night Cream: This is part of their Youth Renewal line which includes a serum and eye serum. Both of these I reviewed in a previous post. The primary ingredient is retinol - the gold standard for anti-aging. The cream comes in a jar that has a pump top. Pump distributes the exact amount for your face. This cream works as well as a the other products in the line, but I do think I prefer the serum.

REN Ready Steady Glow AHA/BHA Tonic: This is an exfoliating toner. REN is a clean beauty brand so this doesn't include any of those controversial ingredients. It has AHA as lactic acid and BHA as willow bark extract to exfoliate. It also has a citrus scent which I love. And a pump top too. I will probably repurchase this.

June Favorites

June Favorites

COOLA Makeup Setting Spray SPF 30: I received this as part of my Summer 2019 FabFitFun box. It is a setting spray for after you apply your makeup. It helps to make the powders look less matte and adds an additional SPF 30. I think this is great for touchups when you want to refresh your makeup or reapply SPF.

Whish Exfoliating Foot Mask Coconut Milk + Verbena: I also received this as part of my Summer 2019 FabFitFun box. It is a foot mask. Apply before bed, leaving on 8-10 hours before washing off. And voila, smooth baby soft feet. I tend to apply this after a shower and after pumicing my feet so it is hard to say how exfoliating it actually is, but it definitely made my feet softer. It has a nice tropical scent.

OPI Chiffon'd of You: Part of OPI's classic bridal collection, this is a sheer white shimmer.

L'Oreal Revitalift 10% Vitamin C Serum: Been using this for a few weeks. This product best reminds me of the Kiehl's Powerful Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate. The ingredients are very similar although this has a lower concentration fo vitamin C at 10% while the Kiehl's clocks in at 12.5%. The texture is virtually identical though and I suppose it makes sense given both brands are owned by L'Oreal. Anyway, I find this doesn't burn my skin and it makes my skin feel very smooth owing to the silicones.

INKEY List Collagen Booster Serum: A competitor to The Ordinary's serums, this serum comes in a 1 ounce plastic squeeze bottle. At $10.99 a bottle, it is very affordable. Despite the "collagen" in the name, the product doesn't actually contain collagen. It contains hyraluronic acid and various peptides for firming the skin. I use this every other day when I am not using retinol.

TULA Hydrating Day & Night Cream: TULA is a brand utilizing probiotics in its skincare line. The cream is intend for both day and night use. I find it light and nicely hydrating for the summer weather. It is fragrance free too.

That's it for my June favorites.