Beauty Box 5: July 2014

My July Beauty Box 5 has arrived! 

This month the theme is: Defining Moments.

Product details are included on the back (complete with correct company hashtags):

This month was a complete mystery for me!

Revlon 

Bold Lacquer Mascara - Blackest Black

Full size sample! Sample size: 0.24 fl oz (Full size: $7.99)

"Meet our newest every day fave! Thanks to its lacquered formula, this mascara not only delivers volume and definition, but actually lifts lashes--no curler necessary. Oh, and did we mention that it doesn't smudge or flake? A total steal."

I am a bit on mascara overload at the moment, so this one may be swapped. I wish this wasn't black. I have so many black mascaras. A lighter grey or brown would have been exciting. Nice to receive a full size item though. 

This came with a little coupon booklet, complete with selfie frame:

I'll toss this in if I do end up swapping the mascara.

Hask

Argan Oil Intense Deep Conditioning Hair Treatment

Full size sample! Sample size: 1.75 oz (Full size: $2.49)

"Plauged with dry, damaged hair? No more! Restore your mane to all it's shining glory with this thick, nourishing cream that delivers results that last for two weeks! BB5 Tip: Just apply to wet hair (you only need half of the packet!), wait 10 minutes, and rinse!"

I wish just wishing for this product after receiving a different Hask item in my Beauty Army box, and like magic this appears. I'm looking forward to trying a deep conditioning treatment, and am happy this will stretch to two uses.

Body Drench

Candy Licious Lips - Red Licorice

Full size sample! Sample size: 0.09 oz  (Full size: $3.99)

"Give your lips a treat! Infused with beeswax, coconut oil, and vitamin E, these candy-flavored lip balms taste like the real thing (without the guilt or sugar-rush) and are utterly irresistible to men and small children, so apply with caution!"

This is a nice little lip balm. There is a bit of color, and a faint taste of red licorice. A nice item to have in my purse, but not a balm I would buy again. 

Anna Naturals

Glowing Mama Walnut Face & Body Scrub

Sample Size: unknown (Full size: $10.99)

"A favorite of all-natural beauty devotees and expecting mamas, this luxe vegan scrub is infused with moisturizing botanicals for safe and gentle exfoliation without parabens, harsh chemicals or artificial fragrances."

This may be a bit too hippy-dippy for me, and I don't love the scent. This will probably end up at the swap shop.

Miss Jessie's

Multicultural Curls

Sample size: 1 fl oz (Full size: $16)

"A true hero product for ladies with multi-textured curls, this styling lotion fights frizz and delivers the soft, gorgeous hold you've always dreamed of. BB5 Tip: apply a capful to wet hair, scrunch, and air dry to keep your natural curls!"

I received this same sample in a previous birchbox, so it was disappointing to see it again. Not BB5's fault though. I have no use for this item, so it will be joining the other one in the swap shop.

Summary: I liked this month's box, but not as much as the previous two. The number of full size samples is nice, but the brands are mainly drugstore. I will keep my subscription for at least another month though.

Anyone else tried Beauty Box Five??