Thursday, February 4, 2016

Influenster Jingle VoxBox

It’s Influenster time again (I LOVE getting picked for VoxBoxes)!
I received the Jingle VoxBox after Christmas, but right before the New Year (it was like a late Christmas gift) and like always, this VoxBox did not disappoint! I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes. All of the products from the Jingle VoxBox were not only amazing, but also affordable.
As you can see from the picture, my box arrived a little bruised and beat up with an apology stamped on the box from the post office. The good thing is that the products were not damaged (with the exception of 1, but I will not complain as you will see below).


Do you want to know what was in the Jingle VoxBox? Then keep reading!





Biscoff
This was the one product that did not arrive in such great condition. BUT, they sent 3 packs, which is why I can’t complain (plus they were complimentary). One package was broken into a bunch of pieces, one was half broken into pieces, and the last package was perfect! Each package brought 2 cookies and OMG, they are very addictive.

Biscoff is known as  Europe’s favorite cookie and it is easy to see why. The cookies are crisp and sweet (but not over-the-top sweet). They go great with a cup of coffee or espresso in the morning or alone for an afternoon snack.  These yummy Biscoff cookies retail for $3.99


  
Hallmark itty bittys
These are the cutest things EVER! Hallmark itty bittys are small stuffed animals that come in a range of characters. I received Rapunzel from Disney’s Tangled (great movie by the way). She’s itty bitty (hence the name), soft, and looks exactly like the movie character.
Hallmark itty bittys make a great gift for kids or a great collector piece for an adult. They are perfect for stocking stuffers. My dog, Cory, has had his eyes on Rapunzel since the moment I opened my VoxBox! So, if you have pets… be careful (they are a great size for a dog toy)! The retail price for these Hallmark itty bittys cuties is $6.95.



Kiss
Who doesn’t love false lashes? Crazy question, I know. I did now know that Kiss made false lashes! How did I not know this?
I have a few pairs (maybe more than a few), but I love getting new ones. These True Volume Lashes from Kiss are amazing. They are 100% natural hair, wispy, and the tapered ends make them look very natural. These have quickly become one of my favorite pairs not only because of the way they look, but because of how they feel. Sometimes false lashes feel heavy on the eyes or they’re not very comfortable (at least in my case), but these lashes from Kiss feel light. I will definitely be getting a few extra pairs for myself and as gifts. The retail price for the Kiss True Value Lashes is $3.99.



Along with the lashes, Influenster sent a Kiss Strip Lash Adhesive. I received the one with Aloe in it. The adhesive comes in your regular tube, so it is very easy to use. The card from Influenster states that the adhesive is clear, but mine is black which blends in perfectly with my liner! I had no issues with the adhesive not working or the lashes not staying on… so I do not have any complaints. The retail value for the Kiss Strip Lash Adhesive is $3.99.

 


NYC New York Color
I think that NYC is one of those brands that does not get enough praises. This is such an AMAZING brand! All of the products that I have used are wonderful and just as good as any high-end product.  So of course I was excited that the Jingle VoxBox included an NYC City Proof 24HR Waterproof eyeliner.

Personally, I prefer black liners, but I know that brown is not so in your face. I have tried other brown liners and have never been pleased with them until I received this one from NYC. The Dark Brown (932) liner glides on smoothly, only needs one coat, and will stay put! No re-applying your eyeliner throughout the night… how awesome is that?!?! When I swatched the liner, I rubbed my hand…  hard, tried to remove it with water, tried to remove it with soap and water and NOTHING! I don’t like when I buy a “waterproof” liner and I can’t wear it on my waterline because it fades off.  This is definitely not the case with this liner from NYC. If you get this liner (which I recommend), make sure that you have a good eye makeup remover!
Yes, I will be going out to buy this liner in black! The retail value for the NYC City Proof 24HR Waterproof Eyeliner is $3.99.





Ore-Ida
Who doesn’t love tater tots? If you do, then more than likely you have had Ore-Ida tater tots. Or maybe you have tried their French fries. If you haven’t, you MUST try them!

Since this is a frozen food product, we received a coupon to redeem for Ore-Ida tots (very inexpensive at Walmart). These tater tots don’t taste like cheap, frozen food that you don’t know what you are eating. They taste like homemade, potato tater tots. The great thing is, you don’t have to eat them the traditional way! Add some ground beef and shredded cheese and you have a nice gooey treat to enjoy (especially when watching a game). Check out their website for some recipes!

This is another product that we will definitely be purchasing because there is sooo much you can do with it! The retail value for the Ore-Ida Tater Tots is $3.99.



Pure Ice
I love Pure Ice! Their polishes are great and they have an incredible variety of colors! The brush is nice…. It’s not one of those that you have to keep dipping in the polish to get more product because the brush is too thin. The consistency is nice, not too thick and not too thin. 2 coats of polish is perfect, but you can sometimes get away with just one coat.

I received the color Bikini, which reminds me a little bit of Essie’s Bikini So Tini (which I love). The color of Bikini is a paler blue than the one from Essie, but it is a good substitute.  I wore the polish (with a good base and top coat) and it lasted a full week without chipping (which is amazing, especially since I did not wear gloves to do the dishes, clean, or bathe the dog)! And the best thing is that you cannot beat the price! At $1.97 you can’t go wrong. You can try a variety of colors at a reasonable price with the same results of pricier nail polishes.  Pure Ice is sold only at Walmart (everyone has a Walmart) so go out and get a couple of polishes!




Cetaphil
Oh how I love Cetaphil! I am still using the Cetaphil facial cleanser to wash my face in the mornings and I take the cleansing cloths with me when I travel. You just can’t go wrong with their products. They’re products are great for sensitive skin… no wonder they are dermatologist approved.

The Jingle VoxBox included a deluxe sample of Moisturizing Cream, which claims to attract water to skin and prevent moisture loss. I used my Moisturizing Cream as a hand cream and I must say that it definitely helped keep them soft and smooth during the cold days (we keep having cold fronts in Florida). Instead of dry, cracked hands… my hands were soft and beautiful. This moisturizing cream will be great for the whole body and for the face! The retail value for the Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream ranges from $8.99-$15.99.




Overall, this was an AMAZING VoxBox! Every product is incredible and definitely worth purchasing. They also make great gifts. Thank you again to Influenster for giving me the opportunity to enjoy these products. Thank you to all of the brands for creating these wonderful products.

xoxo,
Qttie1