Oh how my heart sings for this curated collaboration box has finally landed on my lap! I’ve been eyeing this from the Glamourbox website and it was priced at Php 1,100.00, which was already a steal since the entire cost of the contents amount to Php 3,000.00++. Lucky me, I browsed the GB site one hot summer night and to my surprise the box went on sale for Php 825.00. I knew then that I couldn’t just let the offer go and ordered the box in a heartbeat. I was tad too excited for it to arrive that waiting was an agony. Nearly two weeks! Two weeks of imagining how that Matte Eyeshadow would feel on my eyelids. Haha! Anyway, as I opened the box and read the curation card and took out those hot pink paper fillers, I knew that this box was worth the wait.

I've always preferred the matte look since I've had the impression that shimmers make my face look oilier. So hewego! I've actually seen the contents from the website but it sure is still surprising once you get to hold the real thing. ;)

Matte Maven

The Breakdown and First Impressions

The sturdy bow came snugly fit with wads of thick bubble wraps so thank you so much Glamourbox for making sure that nothing would break in the shipping and handling process. Behold the contents of the BYS Matte Maven Box!

BYS Contour and Highlighting Kit in Shade 02 Goddess

This one was packed separately because it was so HUGE and it wouldn’t fit in the box! Just to prove my point, I put it next to my card so that you can have a clear idea of how big the pans are. The bronzers are perfect for my skin color and the powder is of fine quality, it just melts onto my skin. This’ll be the first contouring and highlighting kit that I’ve ever had and I am so excited to try them out. You can clearly see from the photos that I've swiped the pans. Who can blame me? :)

BYS Eyeshadow 8 Palette Neutrals

This palette is a dream come true for me. Just seeing the words matte and neutral on the same phrase in an affirmative tone spells happiness. I often define my eyes on a daily basis as part of my makeup routine and I prefer no shimmers. The formula, just like the contouring and highlighting kit, melts into the skin.

Latte To Go is way too lighty for me.

BYS Matte Lipstick in Latte To Go

My least favorite in the bunch (oh no!), simply because it doesn't match my lip color. It is peach and had it come in Marsala or Wine, for example, my opinion could be different. The formula glides on the lips and although it says its matte, I can detect some sheen. My lips look bad in it, the lines are accentuated. :(

Fuller look with these, huh?

BYS Liquid Brow Pen in Light Brown

I love the idea of the brow pen as I am able to control the application. However, I got another one which is a color mismatch. It is too light for my brows. But I love it because it stays put. I just have to find a way to utilize it, maybe not on my brows but on my eyelids. :)

BYS Eyeliner Gel with Brush (Black Magic)

BYS Matte Nail Enamel (Deep Berry)

Here's one that will definitely go straight to my toenails since I prefer neutrals on my fingernails. 

Here's the curation card and I did the math and the total price of the 6 full-sized items amount to Php 3044.00, which I got for only Php 825.00. Thanks Glamourbox for having this collaboration with BYS. Whenever I go to Watsons, I just usually look and skirt around the BYS stall because I find that the prices are a bit steep. Because of this box, I found out that the Eyeshadow 8 Palette Neutrals is an amazing one and I will definitely repurchase once I hit the bottom of the pans.

I will definitely post further reviews about each of the products. For the mean time, I will cut this short and say that I look forward to more boxes from Glamourbox. Unboxing was definitely fun and exciting!

XO,

Carissa

PS, BYS stands for BE YOURSELF. Is an Aussie brand.

Human Heart Nature boasts of all natural products that are safe, pure, biodegradable, cruelty-free and free from harmful chemicals. I've made several blog entries and reviews about their products which I use personally. Their product line though is not just limited to personal care or cosmetics. They also have some for kids and today I would be sharing a trove of products that have been useful and helpful to me as a mom.

Bath Time Bundle

Kids Natural Shampoo and Body Wash

Celestine and I love the smell of this double tasker. It lathers well and doesn't sting the eyes. Whenever she uses it, she would tell me that her skin is bouncing, which I take it, she actually means that it makes her skin feel soft and smooth. I specially appreciate that it doesn't have a greasy after-feel which I have observed in other baby bath products. After washing, the skin just feels squeaky clean with undeniable softness.

Ingredients of the Kids Shampoo and Body Wash

Kids 100% Natural Bath Soap

When I ordered this soap I actually thought that it would come in a chocolate brown bar form. In truth it is a white-colored bar with chocolate strips embedded within and yes, it smells like chocolate. Even the ants took something for themselves as I’ve caught ones sneaking into the box. Just like the body wash, it also makes the skin feel soft and smooth with a squeaky clean after-feel after washing off.

Ingredients and deets about the Natural Bath Soap

Needless to say, I love these products and I wouldn't even deny that I’ve used them myself. :)

Carissa

Last April we bonded during a meet-and-greet with Dora and Boots at Robinsons Place Tacloban. I realized that even after all of these years, there’s still a little kid inside of me. Or maybe I was just so happy to see my daughter happy. 

We were like 10th in line so it was obvious that we wanted to be there front and center. I actually thought moms wouldn't be allowed inside the barricaded area for the activity, but we were allowed in. So there I was, snap happy and excited to see how my daughter would react when she sees Dora and Boots.

Here’s the thing: I actually thought that the kids would all go crazy once they see Dora and Boots. However, when they took center stage, there was a collective quietness which obviously emanated from the kids’ shock that Dora and Boots were not pint-sized little kids such as they but were giants.

Later on, as the kids warmed up to them, I saw my own Tin waving at Boots who was rolling on the floor. I was glad that each kid was given a chance to have a photo op with Dora and Boots. However long the queue was, however reserved she behaved when it was her turn to stand with her idols, the twinkle in her eyes were unmistakable for happiness.

For all I know, her inner self was doing somersaults as Dora and Boots came to life. When we spoke at night, she confided that she was surprised that Dora and Boots were giants and that they had big eyes and all that. Oh well, kids. ;)

XO,

Mommy Cass

It’s a hot summer yet again. That doesn't need a lot of explaining since I bet we can all feel it. Herewith are my April Favorites – stuff that helped me survive through this withering month (besides water and and the good ol' electric fan). Obviously I went for stuff with sun protecting capacities and those that would stay put even if I sweat buckets.

XO,

Carissa

*All products used in this post were purchased by the author

Product Name: Human Nature Perfect Glow Mineral Blush in Pink Bloom

Where I Got It: Human Nature Online Site

Price:  Php 280.25 for 4.3g (with Dealer Discount)

VERDICT

After all of my past inhibitions with blushes, I've changed my mind and this may be the only blushers I would ever need in my life. Lucky me because the shade matches me pretty well and with a very light hand, I am able to achieve a natural looking flush that lasts all day. It feels very light on  my skin and didn't cause me any breakout. I always prefer the natural look and I have found my perfect match in this blush.

INGREDIENTS + BACK LABEL

Human Nature boasts of using only natural ingredients in making it's products so everything is well indicated in this label. No chemical preservatives, no parabens, mineral oil, artificial dyes or other toxic substances.

PACKAGING, ETC.

FOR A REVIEW OF ECOTOOLS 5 PIECE MINERAL BRUSH SET CLICK HERE.