My flower box : April edition

My little box UK

So its that part of the month where "My little box" arrives. I get very excited and always wonder what french influenced goodies will be inside. Its called My flower box, so the obvious influence of Spring and waving goodbye to winter for another year. 

About : My Little Box is a hand-picked and beautifully designed box of fashion, beauty and lifestyle surprises. With accessories, products and other goodies created exclusively for you and based around a different theme every month, each box promises to delight the lucky recipient.

Content's : 

- My beauty bag : L'occtaine : Cherry Blossom shower gel, Nail's Inc: Kensington Caviar base, Rosee du matin: Masque detoxifiant

- Flower magazine 

- Pop up garden

- Travel bag for lingerie 

My beauty bag 

L'occtaine: Cherry Blossom Shower gel

Our Cherry Blossom collection celebrates the poetic beauty of the cherry blossom, its delicate feminine flowers during the first days of spring. This shower gel gently cleanses the skin, leaving it delicately perfumed.

Nail's Inc: Kensington Caviar base 

Enriched with caviar extract to help nourish nails and provide a longer lasting manicure.

How to apply: Apply one coat of Base Coat of Kensington Caviar to clean dry nails. Apply 2 coats of your chosen nail polish shade. Finish with one coat of Top Coat with Kensington Caviar

(Top Tip : If you suffer from weak or peeling nails, the caviar extract will help provide nourishment.) 

Rosee du matin: Masque detoxifiant

Each Box includes a brand new product by My Little Beauty. Our in-house beauty range. In creating our collection of products, we've used the best formulas, 

the most sought-after scents and the most brilliant colours.

- Pop up garden

This little box contains a surprise and be it a lovely presentation, i think this would be more suited for mothers with children to do. 

As it open's up into a miniature setting with a spongey material and packet of cress seed's. The end look will be the cress looks like grass and the lady will be riding her bike through. I think il gift this to a mini my little box lover.

- Travel bag for lingerie 

This is beautiful and just scream's french chic. Travelling or going anywhere you need to keep clean away from dirty or delicate's, then this soft well made bag is just the item you need. I was using plastic bags for this when i went into hospital, so it will be nice to have this little added luxury to keep my clean away from my dirty item's. 

- Flower issue magazine 

As always the feature magazine from my little box. This has the spring theme for the flower edition. 

I have to say the packaging for this month is beautiful and unique to any beauty box ive seen. Its a flip open book and inside are your item's. It seem's such a shame to have such beautiful packaging and then be so disappointed with the content's.

Firstly the mini flip up book garden to grow cress, which maybe great for all those green fingered ladies. However its not something id use and i was very disappointed this was one of the item's. The lingerie bag is beautiful and I know I will get so much use out of this when im in hospital. Also at home it can be kept to keep my silk dressing gown in to protect from damage. So this is a great item I really love.

The beauty bag was good in one way that l'occtaine cherry blossom shower gel is my favourite product. I love to try new item's and brand's, yet its a quality brand so I shouldn't complain much. The  Nail's inc. polish a base coat that help's nourish. It's not a product I would use as i have a base and top coat already. The last item is from my little beauty's own brand of products. It is a facial exfoliating mask, something we seem to be getting alot of. The beauty bags seem to be following the same pattern, it would be nice to see more french brands plus makeup. Im not sure if its because ive been subscribed from the begining that I expect more, as Ive seen my little box at its best. Other then the boxes exterior, this month was not very wow for me. 

My little Gypset box - August Edition

My favourite time of the month when a box full of french fancies comes my way. This month is in Collaboration with Antik Batik on the bag and theme. This month's theme is a lovely and very boho chic style of "Gypset". 

They say : 

- Must-have beauty products 

(including one from our own in-house beauty range, My Little Beauty) 

- Fashion and lifestyle accessories 

- Our magazine (My Little World) 

- Illustrated goodies by Kanako 

Content's : 

- My little World Magazine

- Antik Batik bag 

- Hairband bracelet 

- Saying card

- My Beauty bag (3 Beauty item's)

Saying card 

Beautifully illustrated card that is always enclosed within each box. I love these card's for writing on or displaying. 

My little World Magazine

I really love this magazine's contents, i just wish it was the old format. 

Antik Batik bag 

Is beautiful and I really cannot wait to use this bag. It is a lightweight, printed and the embroidery pattern that's inset is stunning. I used to have a similar one when i was growing up, yet i could never then find one i liked when that one broke. The tie rope at the top ensures your valuables stay in plus you can wear this so comfortably. Im hoping they may do arucksack  similar to this as i adore them. 

Hairband bracelet

Always useful to have but these are much more attractive to look at then a piece of elastic. They are thicker and certainly very sturdy hairband's for on the go. I can envisage these will give a great deal of uses. 

My Beauty bag (3 Beauty item's)

- Korres Body Milk

I love the scent of this body milk (Pear) as its refreshing and so beautifully light on my skin. Really generous sample size also to gain a clear idea if you like the product, which i do as i love Korres products. 

- My little beauty : Bronzer 

 I must say im really impressed, its a lovely soft formula with a good amount of product. The packaging is simple,chic, unique which i love as it stand's out. The pigment is really surprising as it gives a lovely warm bronze colour payoff. This will be a really lovely bronzer to use as we transition in to autumn.

 I really hope My little beauty continue to formulate compact makeup, as i'd love to try a pressed powder or blush. 

- So Susan : Lip & Cheek colour

So Susan is a brand ive tried, im disappointed to see it in My little box. I hope this is a one off as i know it influxes other boxes. I dont enjoy So Susan products as i feel that they are poor quality, not to my taste. 

I love My little beauty for french products/brand's to try as its what makes the box so unique. We dont then obtain UK brands that have done the rounds with other boxes. If there had not been a french brand, I would have loved to try an additional My little beauty product. 

What an amazing box for this month and the theme, it was a cohesive and well planned addition. The art work as always was beautifully presented and bound with the "My little world" magazine. (Wont harp on again about missing the old format). 

Then beneath this was my bag of beauty item's which i was so happy with, exception being the So Susan product. I really hope My little beauty continue to make compact makeup as this bronzer was lovely. The Korres body milk in pear was divine as the scent and lightness of this milk is just beautiful and fresh. So big thumb's up. 

Then a beautiful bag which is stunning and i cannot wait to use, Lovely bag indeed. The Hairbands I like the multifunctional purpose, I can wear it as a accessory or it can rescue me from a hair emergency. 

Loved this months box, it was right up my alley and i adored the time and effort into catering for this theme. Fantastic month My little box, cant wait for next month. 

My little "DVF" Box

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So my second box from "My little box". Was in honour of well known fashion legend "Diane von Furstenberg". It includes fashion items this month and also beauty accessories.

Whats inside My little box ? 

- Fashion and lifestyle accessories 

- Our magazine (My Little World) 

- Illustrated goodies by Kanako 

- Must-have beauty products (including our own in-house 

  beauty range, My Little Beauty) 

- And other surprise's 

Fashion, beauty and lifestyle surprises delivered straight to your door for £11 (+ £3.95 PP) per month.

Diane von Fürstenberg : 31 December 1946 (age 67) Brussels, Belgium

Diane von Furstenberg first entered the fashion world in 1972 with a suitcase full of jersey dresses. Two years later, she created the wrap dress, which came to symbolize power and independence for an entire generation of women. By 1976, she had sold over a million of the dresses. DVF has expanded to a full collection of ready-to-wear and accessories including shoes, handbags, small leather goods, scarves, and fine jewellery. The company also offers luggage, eyewear, and home furnishings.

Diane's commitment to empowering women is expressed not only through fashion but also philanthropy and mentorship. In 2010, with the Diller-von Furstenberg Family Foundation, Diane established the DVF Awards to honor and provide grants to women who have displayed leadership, strength and courage in their commitment to their causes. In 2012, Diane was named the most powerful woman in fashion by Forbes Magazine.

"I didn't know what I wanted to do, but I always knew the woman I wanted to be" Diane Von Furstenberg.

So the first item in the box is this beautiful brooch. Its ruby red lips can be used to jazz up the most dullest of days or outfits. I cannot wait to find a suitable time to wear it. A wonderful addition to my collection. Also i do love the cards included with beautiful quotes, I keep these incase i ever feel the need to lift the spirits of a friend. 

Along with the beautiful brooch and illustration, there was this beautiful packet included. Whatever could be included ? Why my my .... A tres chic scarf. Mine was the black and white version. Also within the envelope, it shows you many ways in which to use the scarf. All of which are amazingly innovative. 

Then to top the box off, you revieve a lovely well polished magazine. This little beauty box from paris, is an amazing addition to subscription boxes.

I cant wait for my next edition to arrive.

My Little box UK - Parisienne

My little box Website

My Little Box aims to delight and surprise you every month. It is a hand-picked and beautifully designed box. Containing fashion, beauty and lifestyle surprises. Other goodies created exclusively for you and based around a different theme every month. Each box promises to delight for the lucky recipient.

Inside the box :

- Must-have beauty products 

(including one from our own in-house beauty range, My Little Beauty) 

- Fashion and lifestyle accessories 

- Our magazine (My Little World) 

- Illustrated goodies by Kanako 

- And other surprises

You can opt out of our monthly subscription anytime you want - no mess, no fuss. 

So the theme of this months box is "My little parisenne box"

So within this box you will find a different feel. Its not all beauty, this has treats in the form of chic stationary etc. Its something new and for those looking for a change. I love to explore new fresh idea subscribtion boxes. 

So in this months box :

- Beauty bag containing 

 Laura Mercier primer

NUXE oil 

Illuminating concealer pen

- Stationary goodies

Journal with "My little box's story" in the first 5 pages

Very chic stickers 

- Geek chic goody

 Laptop / Ipad cover

First of all the bag is really cute and can be used for travel. Within the beauty bag was a huge surprise, by the quality of the products. 

Now the NUXE oil is a product I've used and i can say without a doubt this is an excellent product. Im so thrilled with this addition.

Then the second pick in the bag, the Laura mercier foundation primer. Im amazed at the quality within this beauty bag, its high end with generous full sized samples.

Now the third product is the boxes own brand to try. This is lovely as french cosmetics and skincare, are always of high quality. I have the illuminator pen, I will happily report back to how this product works. So the beauty bag gets a massive thumbs up.

Now this is my cup of tea, i love journals to write lists and note down ideas. This journal is a high quality and thick, so that you will be able to write a lot of content. Then you have some amazingly cute sticker art to use if you so wish. These are just so chic and not childish at all, which may surprise people to know. Or might just be me in that i love all things kooky and outside of the box. They are high quality products with a beautiful artist touch.Im proud to have this at appointments, just sitting and writing my thoughts. 

My last product was a laptop cover which is beautifully made and so soft. Its currently protecting my ipad and has space for my notepad when im in hospital. Ive enjoyed taking this to hospital and i will insert a picture on my instagram. Its a box full of surprises  and beautiful addition's.

I am so glad i saw this box on my friends blog then subscribed. Its worth every penny, for those of use bogged down with samples. If you are craving something new and inspired, then i recommend fully "My little box UK". Im excited for next month as its unique. 

Do you subscribe to "My little box?"

BeTrousse Box - Glitz and Glamour

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So the lovely BeTrousse whom i have collaborated with in the past and kindly reviewed a previous box, have now added a new addition to the collection of boxes they offer for an amazing price. The contents  are all full size products that is the main attraction to Betrousse UK as with the brands being French they scream class and chic. 

I do prefer these boxes as i can use a product for a full period and then honestly know if i will repurchase. Its a quality and affordable beauty box. Plus you can pick which box you wish and no commitments or subscriptions to enter into, you pick and choose at your own will. 

Now the newest edition is the Glitz and Glamour box. 

Retailing for £10 plus postage and packaging, this box's contents will retail individually for £70

So as always it comes in a lovely spacious box with pink tissue paper inside and information cards to the products. I prefer this to other beauty boxes. I find them to be sturdy and reusable. Plus for the price of our beauty boxes on the market this offers value for your money. 

So contained within the Glitz and Glamour box were

Make Believe Beauty - Shimmer Lip Gloss (15ml RRP £10.00)

Jason - Normalising Natural Shampoo (250ml RRP £7.29)

Benta Berry- Exfoliating system (30ml RRP £14.00)

Fair Naturally - Mango and safflower Body Moisturiser (200ml RRP £3.99)

Tulecos - Toning Oil (

All products are Full size

Make believe Beauty - Shimmer Lipgloss 

So we first of all have Make Believe beauty known for there tanning line of products and they offer this lovely light shade of gloss with shimmer. Its perfect when sporting a tan to really make the features seem to just beam and just this with a fresh glow will show any natural beauty. Nothing else is needed when sporting a healthy tan, less is more and this shimmer gloss will defiantly be a holiday favourite for travellers.

Jason - Normalising Shampoo 

Ive heard of the brand Jason before and had the pleasure of using another version but conditioner, i love this brand is natural and so gentle on your hair. The size of the bottle is immense and will last you a good while, now i cant use to harsh a treatment at the moment with my hair so this has been fantastic. It cleans your hair so intensely but because it maintains the natural balance to the hair it wont strip it. It was a pleasure to use and was a real godsend on the days my scalp was sore.

Benta Berry - Exfoliating system

I wont lie i didn't use this product and passed it onto a teenage member of my family to use as i have a clarisonic system so i cannot double exfoliate. I have had this before and from what i remember it was a good exfoliator for when i was having a breakout plus when my skin was feeling very clogged without being harsh or too much for my skin. Nor over chemically. My relative has not presented to me any problem with this product. 

Fair Naturally - Mango and Safflower Body Moisturiser

Now this is one of the products i received immense enjoyment from and loved, it smells amazing and decadent with a lovely rich mango smell. Its lovely and rich, moisturises the skin beautifully and also absorbs so well. This was a lovely product as a little goes a long way so its lasting me really well. Im complimented on the smell when i have family over from using it. I love fruity based moisturisers and as this is natural its not a perfume to cause sensitivity. I also love this is a fair trade product so the producers also benefit for the work to making this, so I'm really happy. I would repurchase this in a heartbeat.

Tulecos - 

TONING !! - delete which ever it is not 

Massaging lush oil with all essential natural ingredients ( Lavender, Peppermint, Tea tree, Juniper and orange oils) This is meant as a foot or massage oil, i cannot use it on my feet so i used it on my calfs and also around my knees which really get sore and feel the pressure as-well as my elbows. I personally preferred this in the evening when i was going on down time before bed and especially after the shower to and sent me in a really relaxing sleep, with easing the tension and aches in the joints. I really do like natural aromatherapy treatments and find massage does help with warmth to certain conditions of mine.

This helped with my dry skin with the additional oils to help permeate the skin with a natural infusion of relaxant but also to help relieve the dry skin.Made by a well known french company and devised for the purpose of relaxation and also to be 100%natural with 95% grown in organic farming this oil is the expensive price for that very reason in the quality of the ingredients it contains.The essential oils act as the relaxant and the vegetable oils offer the skin softening agent. This works amazing and i really looked forward to the evening to use these. I did not use this nightly as i just found the oil could clog the skin so i would use this 2 or 3 times a week. As an oil you can imagine you need a few drops warmed in the hands to get the desired affect. 

Im really impressed with the Glitz and Glamour box and think it is well worth the £10 plus postage, you receive full sized quality products which can be used to the full use and not a tiny sample as most beauty boxes offer. I think that Betrousse offer something unique and a real quality box to consumers looking for a beauty box of new brands to trial. Its a pleasure to receive, being from france do expect delivery to take a little longer then usual but I've never found that to be an issue when i know I'm receiving a box full of quality french produce. I have put the links to the site and Facebook page at the top by the logo if you wish to see the boxes on offer. 

Do you receive Betrousse ?