Hey guys! When I was in high school I remember liking a scent worn by a friend in class. I can vividly recall the fresh citrus fragrance which I always look for each time I test out colognes and perfumes at the mall. I never got to find one that closely resembles it until I got a whiff of L'occitane's Citrus Verbena Summer Fragrance Perfume.

May BDJ Box

Hey everyone! In my last post I already gave you a sneak peek of what's inside the May BDJ Box and promised you I'll do a more detailed review. This post is intended to give you a description of the contents so you'd know the real deal why BDJ Boxes get sold out so easily.

Just to give you an idea, I've been a BDJ Box subscriber from the time they started which was October of 2012. I got a 3 month subscription and boy was I right in doing so because the first 3 boxes boasted of quality products from drug store to high end. BDJ has indeed made it possible for simple bellas to experience the luxury of high end brands.

Image courtesy of BDJ Box 

The BDJ Box soon became a common topic in the blogosphere and attracted everyone from all ages nationwide. It wasn't a surprise when the number of their patrons bloated in 2013 that their boxes became sold out a month or two before the scheduled release.

Unfortunately, I failed to subscribe from February to April and I could say those were three long agonizing months of avoiding posts of BDJ Boxes being reviewed. Up to now I regret not having the February Shiseido and the March L'oreal boxes. I inquired too late that the next box available for subscription was the May box. I have to admit I got too disappointed that I even considered not subscribing at all but after a few days of contemplating, I gave in and renewed my subscription. Good thing I did because the May BDJ Box was all I needed to cheer me up!

My BDJ Box came later than everyone else in Manila so imagine my anxiety while waiting for it. Then last night, my very own May BDJ Box arrived plus an extra gift! 

This box is bursting with three F's: Fun, Fresh and Fierce products from Garnier, Maybelline and Ralph Lauren.

Got to have these stickers everywhere as a positive reminder.

Garnier Light Intensive Brightening Scrub (100 ml)

"An ultra foaming texture, easy to rinse, with gentle micro-beads and lemon essence for an immediate action on dullness."

Garnier Light Multi-Action Whitening Cream (20 ml)

"This multi-action whitening cream acts on dullness, dark spots, excess oil and acne marks. It makes your skin visibly fairer while leaving it perfectly clarified."

Garnier Light Overnight  Whitening Peeling Cream (20 ml)

"This peeling cream peels off dullness overnight thanks to an intensive exfoliating action to help remove dark cells. It whitens the skin to reduce dark spots and further skin darkening."

Garnier Pure Active Anti-Imperfections Cooling Roll-On (15 ml)

"Concentrated in Purifying Salicylic acid, its fresh non-greasy formula quickly dries out imperfections instantly. It helps to improve skin, minimize redness and fade out marks."

Maybelline New York Hyper Curl Volum' Express Waterproof Mascara (9.2 ml)

"It offers thrice the volume instantly with 75 degrees curl and keeps curls for 18 hours. The unique formula makes it clump free and waterproof."

Ralph Lauren for Women 1 Sporty Fresh (1.5 ml)

"Catch her if you can. Confident and fearless, she is a natural born leader and ready to take on the world." 

Ralph Lauren for Women 2 Fruity Sensual (1.5 ml)

"Seductive and spontaneous, she follows her heart... and just might break yours. An irresistible flirt, yet a romantic heart."

Ralph Lauren for Women 3 Radiant Floral (1.5 ml)

"Rebellious and independent, she plays by her own rules. Always pushing her limits, she loves the thrill of discovery."

Ralph Lauren for Women 4 Delicious Oriental (1.5 ml)

"Daring and dynamic, with a flair for the dramatic. Her style express her unique personality. She is the life of the party."

Maybelline New York Lumineyes Eyeshadow Palette in Yellow Brown

" It comes with an illuminating color-control primer. Now eyeshadow color lasts longer. Eyes open up bigger and brighter than ever before."

Maybelline New York Colorsensational Lipcolor in Coral Crush (4.2 g)

"Fall in love with color all over again with crisper color from pure pigments and creamier feel from nourishing honey nectar. This lip color is so rich, so stunning... it's sensational. Enjoy 68 captivating shades!"

Maybelline New York Clear Smooth All in One Shine-Free Foundation (3.5 g)

"The blend of water and sebum-repellent powders keep skin matte and wonderfully fresh throughout the wear. SPF 25, among the highest in sun protection, shields from skin darkening, with PA++ for added protection."

Garnier Oil Clear Self-Heating Sauna Mask (2x6 ml)

"The formula generates a self-heating action on contact with the skin. Specially developed with clay and zinc, it works to remove impurities and excess sebum to unclog pores and refine skin texture. Your skin feels deeply cleansed and looks shine-free. It feels purified for up to 7 days"

Garnier Light Lightening Peel-Off Mask (2x6 ml)

"This is a real anti dull skin solution to gently remove impurities and dead skin cells that darken complexion. It instantly reveals a brighter complexion. You recover a naturally healthy-looking glow and skin texture is refined."

Maybelline New York Baby Lips Color Lip Balm in Cherry Kiss (4.5 g)

"Infused with pure color system for a translucent pop of color and shine. Formula with Vitamin E and jojoba oil helps to shed away rough dryness for supple smooth and cushioned lips all day."

Finally, I love that BDJ makes it a point to make you feel special, this time they added an extra treat with a hand written message. Inside is Garnier Brightening Eye Roll-On in full size. 

Garnier Light Brightening Eye Roll-On (15 ml)

"This is a massaging roll-on that combines caffeine and the draining effect of a massage to reduce bags and dark circles and brighten the eye contour."

Imagine the humongous joy this little box gave me! It has everything a girl wants to have from skin care to makeup and fragrance, just the stuff I need to be my own kind of beautiful.

How about you, how are enjoying your May BDJ Box? Any favorites? Do share them on the comments section below. Thanks for reading and have a FUN, FRESH and FIERCE day!

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May BDJ Box Unboxing Video

Hey everyone! This is just a quick preview of the May BDJ Box. The contents are far too amazing that I want you all to see them in this short clip I made using iMovie for Ipad. Expect a full review in the coming days so do check back in when you can. Also, please subscribe to my Youtube channel pinkvernis and if you like what you see, a thumbs up would be a great way to say so. 

So what are you waiting for? If you love to get a monthly supply of quality products from BDJ Box like what you saw in the video, click here to subscribe. Thank you and have a great day!

J ♥ I ♥ N ♥ G

December-January BDJ Box: A Rundown

Hey guys, I know I've been babbling about the BDJ box in my past several posts but I feel incomplete not having to share with you in full detail the contents of this wonderful box so here it goes..

The last time, I didn't get an information card of the products included in the November box and I even thought they did it deliberately because the box was already overflowing with goodies. It wasn't a big deal anyway and I'm actually far from complaining since it was generously packed with amazing stuff. I found out later that they missed including it in my box and apologized for the mistake. Good thing my December-January BDJ box has this info card.

The BDJ box team never ceases to amaze me with their array of products. I love that they include different product lines like perfumes, cosmetics, skin and hair care products thus targeting the different concerns of women nowadays. 

   

Pevonia Botanica Phyto Gel Cleanser

"Feel velvety soft skin! Thoroughly cleanse, purify and hydrate your skin with saponaria, rosemary, lemon and pine; a detoxifying and aromatic experience for your skin. Soft, velvety touch afterwards." -BDJ Box

 

Etude House Moistfull Collagen Trial Kit (Emulsion and Freshener)

"Get dewy looking skin! Baobab Tree extract and collagen in the facial emulsion and freshener work to improve skin elasticity and hydration retention. Remove make-up residue, excess sebum and tighten pores for that youthful dewy look everyone craves." -BDJ Box

Pantene Pro-V All Day Smooth Miracle Water

"Protect your tresses! Help your hair maintain perfect moisture balance. Use this as a finishing touch to your daily hair care regimen (after shower), leaving your hair fragrant and moisturized. For best results, use with the full Pantene system" -BDJ Box

Flormar Supershine Nail Enamel

"Fancy nails! Get into the nail art trend, experiment, try something new - do patterns or design an icon. Be creative." -BDJ Box

Flormar Longwearing Lipstick

"Show-off your lips! From Turkey's best cosmetic brand, imagine apricot seed oil, shea butter, cocoa butter and mango butter on your lips to lock in moisture. All you need for full-on color and all-day coverage." -BDJ Box

Snoe Beauty Beso Balm

"Ooh so kissable lips! Prolonged use may attract opposite gender and cause intensive flirting. This not only plumps, soothes and protects but also doubles as a breath-freshener" -BDJ Box

Britney Spears Radiance Fragrance

"Try this irresistible scent! Be radiant with an irresistible scent filled with delicate aromas like wild berries and soft dewy petals! Use this daily to experience the feminine blend of luminous pre white flowers" -BDJ Box

Tony Moly Tomatox Magic White Massage Pack

"Tomato and lemon extracts help clear impurities, whiten and tone skin. Kiwi and white tea extracts help prevent aging." -BDJ Box

Tony Moly Broccoli Sprout Cleansing Cream

"Antioxidants from blueberry, tomato, lavender, rosa canina, fruit and spinach removes dead skin cells and leaves your skin softer" -BDJ Box

BONUS Gift Cards!

1. L'oreal Professional Inoa Hair Color and X-tenso Moisturist vouchers redeemable at Azta Urban Salon

2. Browhaus Php500 cash voucher

3. Tony Moly 10% discount on all skin care, cleansing and pack

4. Etude House 10% discount on all skin care, cleansing and pack.

DECEMBER-JANUARY BDJ BOX CONTENTS:	Price of Full Size	BDJ Box
Pevonia Botanica Phyto Gel Cleanser	Php 3,640 (200ml)	Php 91 (5ml)
Etude House Moistfull Collagen Emulsion	Php 628 (150ml)	Php 21 (5ml)
Etude House Moistfull Collagen Freshener	Php 628 (150ml)	Php 21 (5ml)
Pantene Pro-V All Day Smooth Miracle Water	Php 259 (100ml)	Php 259 (100ml)
Flormar Longwearing Lipstick	Php 349 (4.2g)	Php 349 (4.2g)
Snoe Beauty Beso Balm	Php 149 (≈4g)	Php 149 (≈4g)
Britney Spears Spears Radiance Fragrance	Php 3,398 (50ml)	Php 82 (1.2ml)
Tony Moly Tomatox Massage Pack	Php 548 (80g)	Php 41 (≈6g)
Tony Moly Broccoli Sprout Cleansing Cream	Php 478 (200ml)	Php 7 (6g)
Azta Urban Salon Gift Card	--	Php 3,000
Browhaus Cash Voucher	--	Php 500
Tony Moly	--	(10% discount)
Etude House	--	(10% discount)
	TOTAL:	Php 4,520

Above table shows us that this month's BDJ Box is approximately valued at Php 4,520 plus 2 discount vouchers valued at 10% off each from Tony Moly and Etude House. I really got more than what I paid for and I can't wait to try all of these amazing stuff. So what are you waiting for? Subscribe now to BDJ Box and start getting an array of premium products to try out monthly. Who knows, you just might discover your new must-have.

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CLINIQUE: Happy Heart

Hello everyone! Just yesterday I received gifts from my loving fiance who unconditionally tolerates my kakiyan (vanity). He actually remembers stuff that I love and surprise me with them every time. I've been wanting to buy the Clinique Happy Heart since the day I tested the scent in their Trinoma kiosk so just imagine my joy when I got this.

This Clinique Happy Heart comes in a 100ml bottle which for me is more than enough to last for months because a single spray is all it takes to keep you smelling great. It has a warm floral scent that's not too girly nor too overpowering. This can be worn as your everyday signature scent and is appropriate for any occasion. I'm also loving the slim bottle which you can carry in your purse without taking too much space. Overall, I am over the top HAPPY for having this and will definitely buy one when it gets consumed which I believe won't be anytime soon. I highly recommend this to every lady who wants to try a scent that gives a lasting impression. 

My Most Repurchased Products

We all have products that we LOVE so much they never fail to make it in our shopping list. These are items we keep on buying or stuff we always come back to even if we tried other brands. Just last night, I was mentally listing down products I'm running out of while doing my nightly skin care routine. I realized I have more than a few products I'm pretty much loyal to in the past years.

YSA's erythromycin and acne lotion are the two toners I can't live without. I use them hand in hand to prevent and treat pimple break outs I never fail to have every month. I've been a loyal user, believer and advocate of these medicated toners since I was 18, the time I started seeking professional skin care consult. 

I've been using Kojic acid soap since it became a fad during my post graduate years. Though I use other bar soaps, bath gels and body wash from different brands, I always go back to using this for my face and entire body. 

Olay total effects serum is the very first anti-aging product I tried and has become a mainstay in my skin care routine. I've repurchased this more than a few times because it delivers visible results and I really haven't found any substitute that can match this serum's performance.

I got to try The Body Shop Tea Tree Oil a little over a year ago and it did wonders on my pimple prone skin. So much so that I bought the entire tea tree line from The Body Shop including facial wash/foam, toner, moisturizer and even concealer. Though I haven't been reaching for this lately, it's still included in my most repurchased items.

Burt's bees lip shimmer is one of the greatest lip products to hit the beauty industry. I love the shades fig and rhubarb because they match my skin tone perfectly. They give just the right hint of color to your lips leaving them with a naturally moisturized finish. 

The Face Shop's Flower shimmer finish pact is my most repurchased compact a few years ago. I remember replenishing this even if I still have more left to use. Sad thing is they don't make them anymore. This powder is not at all too shimmery, it gives your face just the right glow for a naturally radiant finish. I still haven't found anything like this from other brands but I do hope The Face Shop will come to their senses and get this amazing product back on their shelves.

Moschino funny  is my mostly repurchased perfume because it smells so clean and fresh. It doesn't give off a strong scent and it can be used in any occasion. I love that it stays on for a decent amount of time.

Belo essentials lotion with spf15 has been my daily moisturizer and sunblock  for the past 2 years. I actually mentioned this instead of the newer version that has spf 30 because this is the particular product I've repurchased for several times before the new version was released.

Aveeno daily moisturizing lotion is another body lotion I've repurchased for so many times. I love that S&R usually have this on sale because my friends and I get to stock up. I usually apply this at night before bedtime to keep my skin moisturized overnight.

Tony Moly's luminous sheer base is one of my TM favorites that I've repurchased several times and luckily almost always during a promo. I recently got this for 50% off a few weeks ago and I got it in the same discounted tag during my previous purchase. 

Aveeno leave-on treatment is the only hair care product I've repurchased over and over. I don't usually put on hair treatment products but I do love maintaining my hair with Aveeno. This stuff smells quite like vanilla which I don't really like, but the scent goes off after application.

I was planning on making this list really short but I can't help sharing all my most repurchased and replenished products. How about you, what stuff have you been repurchasing? I would love to hear about them so we can compare notes. Just key them in the comments section below.