Lust Have It - March, 2013

 

Lust Have It for March comes once again in their new presentation boxes which I find quite useful for makeup storage.  The missing product from last month arrived, there was more than one full sized product and there was a good range of products too, including more than one make-up item.  All in all, a very good month indeed.  Here's what was inside:

The Natural Source Camouflage Colour Crayons in Metal Green and Purple Plum (full size value $9.99/ea)

The sticker on the red crayon didn't come off cleanly, leaving residue all over my crayon.  Don't you just hate it when that happens!  These crayons come in an amazing range of shades and they say can be used "on the face or body to create that sense of fun, theatre, class or individuality".  While I'm quite happy to leave the house wearing a petticoat my makeup choices are a little more on the mainstream side, so the only use I can find for these are as an eye liner. Both crayons were lovely and soft, perhaps even slightly too soft as I did find little extra bits of colour balled off when I used them.  Metal Green did make a very cool unusual looking eyeliner and because it was so soft it was comfortable to apply.  I did find something really odd on their web-site.  They have in their faq "It is bovine free. Bovine ailments affect the central system and is related to the “Mad Cow’s Disease"."  Slightly awkward sentence structure aside, bovine just means cow.  I don't know what they mean by "central system", but mad cow's disease is transmitted to humans by EATING contaminated cow products.  No-one's going to be eating their makeup so I'm at a loss why they feel the need to advertise their product in this way. 

Orly Flash Dry Drops (deluxe sample size)

I'm very happy to try this as an alternative to my Seche Vite.

Bioderma Atoderm Nourishing Cream (sachet)

This was the product that was missing from last month's box.  Points off for being a sachet - they're so hard to dispense and I always end up wasting product because I can't re-seal it.  I do love that this is intended for sensitive skin and can be used on the face and body, though it's really a bit expensive to use as a body cream.

Goldwell Dualsenses Rich Repair Hair Treatment (deluxe sample size)

I'm always happy to get a new hair treatment.  My hair seems to respond well to mixing up a lot of different treatments rather than always sticking to the same thing.

Ocean Essences Gold & Pearl Rubber Mask (full size $9.95)

This product isn't listed on Ocean Essences website (much like their offering in March's Bellabox) so finding out more information about it was tricky.  The value I'm taking from Lust Have It's product information card because I can't find anywhere to purchase this mask.  I also couldn't use it, though I did try.  No matter how hard I mixed it I just couldn't get it to mix properly.  It ended up really lumpy and made a huge mess.  I just wasn't comfortable putting it on my face.

Bio Elixia Body Shaper Cellulite Contour Cream (full size $59)

I've never really believed that cellulite creams do anything.  Now I'm going to have the opportunity to find out for myself.  I'm very impressed that Lust Have It managed to include a full sized product worth $59 and if it ends up working (I'm going to give it a try over the suggested 4 weeks) then I'll admit I was wrong about cellulite creams.

So this was a pretty solid month from Lust Have It.  My only grumble is that other bloggers seem to be getting a lollipop.  I want my lollipop darn it :-)

Check out other bloggers reviews of this month's box:

See It, Love It, Swatch It
Shrinking Wallet
Katy's Beauty Secrets
Sweetaholic Beauty
Matilly Rose's
Kitsch Snitch

Lust Have It Price Increase

Lust Have It have increased their price to $19.95 per month.  Current members will stay at the $14.95 price point for the next 6 months before having to pay the new higher price.  They also have a coupon code "ANNUAL" to get an annual subscription for $160 which works out at $13.33 per box, though there's no details how long this code is valid for.  This is a pretty big discount from $220 if you're looking to stay with them for some time.  I tested it today and the code is working at the moment.

Lust Have It - February, 2013

The Lust Have It box for February arrived super late this month, but they made it just in time for it to still be February.  They did send an email earlier explaining why there are only four products (the missing product will be included in March's box) and why they have not used their new presentation box (the biggest sample wouldn't fit).  I did appreciate them sending the email explanation so I knew what was going on.

I have mixed reactions about it.  I have no problem with leaving out the presentation box to fit a bigger product in, though in this case the product in question is useless to me which you'll read about further below.  They said they left out the fifth product, which was to be Bioderma Atoderm Cream because the weight was too great for their postal arrangements.  Again, because I'm not interested in the big heavy full size product that was included and I am interested in the sample that was left out, this was a bit annoying.  Having said that, I am extremely happy with two of the four products included so it wasn't a bad box by any means. 

That's enough suspense about the mystery full sized heavy and useless product.  Here's what it was:

Summer Tan by Mancine (full size)

They sent a full size large and quite heavy 250ml bottle of dark self tanning lotion.  If I used tanning lotions I'd be over the moon about this.  However, I'm a very pale skinned girl and I like my skin that way.  I have absolutely no interest in this product and will not be trying it even for review purposes.  It did smell quite pleasant, a bit like a nice sunscreen but that's as far as I'm going to go with it.  It was a scary dark chocolate brown colour which I suppose is so you can see where you've applied it.  This was a wasted product for me and a big disappointment that this was the much hyped full sized product that the box was delayed and had altered to include.  The rest of the box is much better though.

Lon Vitalite C9 Moisturising Hand Mask (one application)

I'm constantly applying hand creams throughout the day but I've never come across a treatment mask for the hands.  This is the kind of new product I'm interested in seeing in sample boxes.  Something completely new to try is very appealing.  Using the mask required me to wear the provided gloves for 30 minutes so I had to wait until the kids were in bed so I could be sure to have a half hour to myself.  I ended up wearing them one at a time so I could still use my other hand.  My hands felt sticky afterwards but very soft and it left a nice fresh fragrance.

Styli-Style Timeless Lipstick in Spirit (full size)

This is the first of the two winning products for me - this full sized lipstick was lovely and creamy and was quite highly pigmented for a pale pink lipstick.  I don't have a lipstick colour like this in my collection, though I do have a Mirenesse lip gloss that will be the perfect colour to go over the top.  The case is pretty and feels solid and expensive and has the colour on the lid which makes it easy to find in your makeup drawer.

The Natural Source Camouflage Colour Nail Lacquer in Lilac (full size)

My nails are still wearing Mermaid's Tale from February's Bella Box which has proved to be very chip resistant and long lasting so I just swatched this one to see the colour.  I am quite excited to try it when it's time for a new manicure.  I haven't got a colour like this one and it's so pretty.  I thought I might layer Sally Hansen's Disco Ball over the top which is a pretty mini-glitter.

So it was a mixed bag this month, two great products, one interesting new product, and one complete waste of time.

Check out other bloggers reviews of this month's box:

The Beaute Buzz
The Made Up Maiden
Shrinking Wallet
Miss Sparkle Diva

Lust Have It

Photograph from www.lusthaveit.com.au. Thanks.

Lust Have It are a monthly box which contains 5-6 beauty samples, usually a mix of skincare, makeup, nails, haircare and fragrance for $14.95 per month.  The samples range in size from single application sachets, deluxe sample sizes and some full sized products.

They have an impressive range of affiliated brands, including some of my favourites Nude by Nature, Mirenesse, Nyx, Everyday Minerals and Lush.

At the moment the boxes are gorgeous solid cardboard with a pink pattern that closes securely with a magnet.  They are beautiful and reuseable, especially useful for storing small items.  Last year they did a range of zip-up coloured make-up bags.



Photograph from www.lusthaveit.com.au.  Thanks.  This photograph is of the range of full sized products that spanned all three box types, not the sample sizes actually included in the boxes.

The only negative I've found is that the box contents are selected by age bracket (there are three different boxes each month) and they don't use a beauty profile so shades of foundation and skincare products are not customized for your skin type.  There is an active swapping community on the facebook page for people looking to trade foundations that were in the wrong colour for them.  Having said that, the last foundation I received was full size and the perfect shade for me so I was completely happy with it.

I really enjoy my Lust Have It subscription and I'm not going to be giving it up anytime soon.  There's always something I love in each box, and some boxes every item has been a hit.  There are often full sized products included, and makeup items which I especially enjoy sampling.

Lust Have It is highly recommended.  If you're only going to subscribe to one box (and you're interested in beauty/makeup) then this is the one.

Lust Have It - January, 2013

This is the best beauty box I've received in a long time, thanks Lust Have It.  I needed to contact the company this month about a missing product and they responded straight away and I got the product in the mail the next week.  Very impressed with the customer service.

The new packaging is lovely, the only thing that would improve it would be the removal of the company's logo on the spine.  Looking around the web, I think I got the best version of this months's box. I received:

Lush Emotional Brilliance in "Sophisticated" (full size)

Described by Lush as "shimmering taupe" I found the shade to be very wearable for a less dramatic everyday eye look. It was extremely easy and mess free to apply and lasted and lasted. I think I'm going to buy some of the other products in this range.  My favourite from this month's box.

Nude by Nature BB Cream in "Medium" (full size)

I would have chosen "Light" but when I had a go with "Medium" it was exactly the right shade.  It was perfect for a no make-up look and I've been using this daily since I received it.  I apply it with the Kabuki brush (see below) so there's no mess on my fingers and application is easy.  I wish Lust Have It would send out foundations tailored to people's skin tone. I got luckier than some bloggers (some pale skinned girls received "Dark") and I'm pretty excited to try this.

Lust Have It Kabuki brush (full size)

This is actually the third kabuki brush in my collection so it will be perfect to put in my travel bag as it's a short handled version. I use a kabuki brush every day and find them perfect for foundation application. This brush is lovely and soft and dense. I tried it out straight away and it works very well.

Klorane Shampoo and Conditioner (sachets)

I'd prefer a slightly larger sample size as it's difficult to assess a product on one application and I have long hair so there's never enough conditioner in a sachet. Having said that, there were three full sized products in this month's box so I'm not too annoyed at the small size and it did smell amazing.

Avene Cleanance Skin Range (large sample size)

I've already received this range in a previous box but I've just finished the gel cleanser and loved it so I've happy to have another to go on with. I didn't try the exfoliant as it's not suitable for my skin type. The gel cleanser is, however, very good indeed and worth a purchase when I run out.  It's really grown on me since my last review.

Check out other bloggers reviews of this month's box:

Beauty Down Under
Shrinking Wallet
The Beaute Buzz
Miss Tango 2
Aleesang

Lust Have It - October 2012

The Lust Have It box for October has arrived packed full of goodies. I got the fun and flirty box.

Mask in a Cup Facial Mask (full size)

It was fun to mix this up in the little cup and I certainly got plenty of mask.  The mask went warm once mixed with water which was suprising.  I found it to be gentle and a relaxing way to treat my face in the bath.

NYX Cosmetics Girls Nail Polish (full size)

I got Milano. I thought from looking at the bottle that it was going to be a rather unattractive brown, though my husband disagreed and voted for silver. After a couple of coats it turned out to be a slightly sparkly silver with a hint of brown. I quite like it. I'm tying to move away from just pinks and reds and this made a nice change.

Avene Cleanance Skin (sample sizes, enough for three or so applications)

Gel Cleanser - This was nothing special when I used it, but after I finished cleansing and followed it up with the accompanying moisturiser I've noticed that my skin feels smoother than usual. There was enough in the bottle for quite a few goes (though not enough of the moisturiser to accompany it) so I'll finish using this. I'm not sure it was special enough to purchase a full sized bottle though.

Cream Exfoliant - I didn't try this. I squinted at the tiny writing on the bottle and discovered that it was going to have a skin peeling effect. I've done that a couple of times by accident when I've had a bad reaction to a cleanser and I can't imagine doing that to myself on purpose. This one went in the bin! I did really appreciate that it was written clearly on the bottle though so I could avoid damaging my skin by accident.

Anti-Shine Moisturiser - This little product did exactly what it said. It was totally no-shine. I got a bit worried when my skin tingled when I first applied it. I almost quickly wiped it off again. Luckily the reaction didn't go any further and my face is fine.

Caron Waxaway Ready To Use Sensitive Wax Strips (two strips, not enough to do a full wax)

I don't wax. And now I know why. Ouch! Every follicle on the strip I waxed is now red and angry with me. The strip worked just fine, and the accompanying after-wax wipe was soothing, but my leg looks so angry there's no way I would want my whole leg to look like that. Three hours later every follicle is still red and angry looking. Not a good look.

Star & Rose White Bath Fizzer (full size)

I thought this was doing nothing. It melted nice and quickly into my bath and completely dissapeared. I usually like my bath to have a pretty colour or some bubbles or something. I couldn't tell there was anything in there at all. I was all set to blog that the fizzer had done absolutely nothing, until I dried myself off after my bath. Then I noticed that I didn't need to moisturise my legs. I had shaved the bits I couldn't cover with the wax sample which usually dries out my skin. So I guess the fizzer did do something after all. It's not a product I would choose though, for a luxury relaxing bath product I like to see it (the aforementioned colour or bubbles do the trick).

Check out other bloggers reviews of this month's box:

Shrinking Wallet
Kitsch Snitch
Bottled Beauty
Beauty Down Under