Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Fancy Mystery Box (Women)

Ah, the lure of mystery boxes. Combined with the opportunity to try a Fancy for the first time, I couldn't resist. Hence, my purchase of the March mystery box.


I had read some spoilers prior to receiving the box, and I was hoping like mad my box would be different. Sadly, no such luck. Burned by the mystery box again.


The first look was promising, and I was excited by the size of the large-ish box. Turns out most of it was filler...


Notice my cat in the corner. She was helping me open the box. There were also some stickers and a business card included.


The mystery products:

Gin Tonic Bath Salts
The Motley
4oz - $12


Inspired by the "bathtub gin" made during the prohibition era, these bath salts have a cocktail vibe. I'm somewhat intrigued by these, but the scent is really strong. Overpowering in fact. Plus, I am not much of a bath person. So, for those reasons this is off to the swap shop.

Head Massager
Kikkerland
$15


I figured this item would be off to the swap shop too, but I decided to test it out first. Much to my surprise, I actually kinda like it. It is a strange sensation but is relaxing.

Work Hard Stay Humble Decal
Vinyl Impressions
$20


Ugh. The number one item I was dreading. This is a removable wall vinyl decal that doesn't damage the wall/paint when removed. I do work hard, and do not need to be told to stay humble - thank you very much. This is off to the swap site ASAP. 

Platinum Silver Nail Polish
China Glaze
0.5 fl oz - $8


My favorite item in the box. I haven't yet tried a China Glaze nail polish, so that is exciting. I probably wouldn't have picked this color on my own, but I think that it could be paired with a lot of other polishes for different mani looks.

Summary: I paid $9 for the mystery box (I had a 10% off coupon), plus $7.95 for shipping. The value of the items is $55, so paying $16.95 isn't a bad deal. However, since I really do not love any of the products - and actively dislike the most expensive - item I would consider this box a fail. 

I am happy to report that I have already received an offer to swap for the bath salts and decal. Yay! Off you go!

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