Nature Box - May 2013

Hey All -

I'm here with what I got in my May Nature's box. I decided this would be my last box with them. Nature's box is a monthly subscription service that costs $19.99 a month for 5 bags of natural snacks. You can see what I got in Apri's box here. The theme for this month's box is Picnic Season. Here's what I got:

The first item I got was the BBQ Kettle Kernels. Serving size is 1/3 cup for 110 calories. There is 5 servings in the bag. 

Taste Test: I like them!!! They are like corn nuts that have some bbq flavoring on them. They flavoring isn't over powering which I love. It's just a hint of bbq/spice. I can see myself snacking on these. 

The second item I got in the box is the Cherry Ganache Granola. Serving size is 1/2 cup with 2 servings in the bag. 1 serving is 210 calories. 

Taste Test: YUM!!!! This stuff is really good. It consists of oates, dried cherries, almonds and pecans. The only cherry flavor I can taste is the dried cherries otherwise the oats have a coca/chocolate taste. I like that it's more chunky that I could eat it out of the bag and not something I have to pour on something like yogurt to eat it. The flavor is quite delicious! 

The next item I got was Peanut Butter Nom Noms which are mini peanut butter flavored oat cookies. Serving size is 1 piece and the bag consisting of 4 servings. I serving is 100 calories. 

Taste Test:  Another YUM!!!! These are so good. The only bad thing is they are pretty small. I'm not sure you can see the exact size of them in the bag. But they are only about a 3x2 inch cookie (yes, I measured so you would kind of have an idea) and that's not big enough for 100 calories (in my opinion). But man these are good. They have a good peanut butter taste but you also get a taste of nuts in there. There is almonds and pumpkin seeds in them per the ingredient list. These are a really delicious treat. I would think you would be able to make something similar at home. 

The fourth item I got in my box was Guacamole bites which are guacamole-flavored corn sticks. Serving size is 1/2 cup and the bag contains 5 servings. 1 serving is 140 calories. 

Taste Test:  These are ok. I love guacamole that is fresh and I love corn chips, but I don't know about combining them in this sense. At first when you bite into it I taste more of a corn chip (frito) and then get the guacamole flavoring after I start chewing. They are ok. I did dip them in guacamole the other day and that tasted fine. I just wouldn't reach for these as a snack. (Ashley, I want you to try these!!) 

The last item I got in my box was the Salsa Spiced Nut Mix. Serving size is 1/4 cup which is 160 calories. There are 4 servings in the bag. 

Taste Test:  This stuff isn't bad. It definitely has a kick to it! For me anyways but I don't do good with spicy stuff so this might not be a problem for most people. The mix contains almonds, small corn chips and cashews covered in the seasoning. I really like the little corn chips they have in there. I just ate a few pieces and my mouth is on fire (but I'm such a light weight with spicy stuff). Hahaha It's a good mix but I'll probably find a better home for it! 

They all say on the back:

*No High Fructose Corn Syrup

*No Partially Hydrogenated Oils

*No Artificial Sweeteners

*No Artificial Flavors

*No Artificial Colors

*0g Trans Fats

Overall, this month's box wasn't bad. I pretty much like everything I got in this box. But like I said at the beginning I am canceling my subscription. I just didn't love anything that much to continue it. However, when I did look on their website you can now pick the items you get in your box. So, if there was something you liked you could continue to re-order it. I also was not a fan of how to cancel my subscription. I had to call a number to be able to do that. I would have preferred to just cancel it online. Another thing I came to notice as even though these are natural snacks what you would get for the calories, I think is a little high. I don't usually count calories, even though I should I think that some of them are high for the serving size. 

I'd love to know if you have signed up for the service and if you enjoyed it or not. 

If you use the code REFER25 you can get 25% off your first box!!! 

Go to naturebox.com to read more about it and sign up!! 

Thanks so much for reading!! 

-Jill 

GlossyBox - April 2013

Hey All -

Since I forgot to take all the pics of my April favorites I thought I would go over my GlossyBox since I just got it on Saturday! GlossyBox is a monthly subscription service that is $21.00 a month. You can go see what I got in my March box here. The theme for this months box is work that beauty so let's see what I got! 

1.) Tigi Cosmetics Glow Blush in Haute 

A soft, baked powder formula that effortlessly provides a glow from within effect and looks beautiful on all skin tones. Full size is $22/ 0.07oz. I really like this blush, it's super pigmented and smooth. The color is kind of questionable being a terracotta color, but I think it might work as an eye shadow as well. I'm excited to give this a try! Here is a swatch: obviously on your cheek it will be more blended out! 

Value: $22

2.) Wash with Joe Coffeemint invigorating body wash

This body wash contains and invigorating blend of coffee and mint that helps revitalize and balance the body and the mind while keeping skin superbly clean. Full size $28/ 16 fl. oz. This stuff smells AMAZING!!! I think it smells more minty then coffee which I love! I can't wait to try this in the shower! I've told myself I can't use it until I finish a body wash I already have in there. 

Value: $1.75 - Total Value: $23.75

3.) The Honest Company Honest Organic Lip Balm. 

Honest lip balms are made from organic jojoba and oils from olives, sunflowers and coconuts Tahitian Tamanu oil, rich with Omega 6 & 9, helps restore vitality and boost moisture. Perfect for maintaining happy, healthy lips. Full size: $10.95/ 3 Pack .15oz.  This stuff is really nice. It doesn't have a scent, it's moisturizing so far from what I can tell, I've only used it once. It's also made in America! Another lip balm to add to my gigantic and growing collection!! 

Value: $3.65 - Total Value: $27.40

4.) Alterna Haircare Bamboo Style Boho Waves Tousled Texture Mixt. 

A weightless texturizing mist that instantly gives natural, "just-back-from-the-beach" waves. Simply spray on damp or dry hair from roots to ends and shape with fingers for loose, tousled style. Full Size $22/ 4.2 fl. oz. 

I haven't tried this stuff yet, but I can tell you I have tried and owned similar products that don't do anything to my hair but weigh it down but I will give this a try. It does smell really good, I guess tomorrow might be a good day to give it a whirl! 

Value: $4.45 - Total Value: $31.85

5.) Le Metier De Beaute Replenishing Daily Solution. 

This rich, emollient formula protects, conditions and hydrates while it nourishes, rejuvenates and detoxifies skin, restoring a healthy suppleness to your skin. Paraben-Free. Full size $225/ 1.7 oz. Glossybox member exclusive $150. WHAT??? $225 or $150 for some face cream... HELL NO!!! Unless this thing gets rid of all my problems on my skin, I would never pay that much for something like that!!  Also, I think I have gotten this in my box before - come on!! And it's a foil packet for something that costs so much you're giving me a sample in a foil packet ... really?? I hate foil packets of anything!! 

Value: $13.23 (HOLY SH*T for .10 oz of product (using $225 price)) - Total Value: $45.08

6.) Bvlgari Eau Parfumee au the Blanc Tea Bag for Bath 

Eau Parfumee au the Blanc is a generous and elegant expression of personal indulgence. Relaxing and calming, Eau Parfume au the Blac reflects the precious nature of white tea, offering an intimate and luxurious expression of sensory pleasure. Full size $9.50/ .50oz. This obviously is a full size product. The things with this is that I NEVER take baths. I probably haven't taken a bath since I was a kid!! I'll be gifting this to someone that will enjoy it. I 

Value: $9.50 - Total Value: $54.58

Overall, this box was good! I'm most excited about the body wash, the blush and lip balm. I'm gonna give this expensive face cream a try to see what the hype is all about. I will be gifting the bath item and will give the Alterna wave mist a try. I'm gonna give the blush a whirl tomorrow... now to just figure out how to do the rest of my face! 

Again GlossyBox is a monthly subscription for $21.00. The value of the box was good this month, almost $55 of products with a couple of full size products. 

Sign up or just check the out at Glossybox.com

Thank you so much for reading!! :) 

Have a great rest of the week! 

-Jill