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June 2, 2014 By Cassie 76 Comments

May Beauty Box 5 Reveal

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May Beauty Box 5 Reveal on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

About Beauty Box 5

Beauty Box 5 is a sample program that sends you five deluxe or full size beauty samples for $12/month. Head over to Beauty Box 5 to signup.

Unboxing

Sample 1:

Coolway Cleanse and Hydrate Shampoo on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

Sample 2:

Coolway Cleanse and Hydrate Conditioner on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

Sample 3:

Shea Terra Rose Hips Black Soap Cleanser on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

Sample 4:

Nicka K Lipstick and Swatch on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

Sample 5:

LA Fresh Antiperspirant Wipes on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

Value

Product Sample Size Full Size Price Worth
Coolway Cleanse & Hydrate Shampoo 1 oz. 8.6 oz. $29.98 $1.74
Coolway Cleanse & Hydrate Conditioner 1 oz. 8.6 oz. $29.98 $1.74
Shea Terra Rose Hips Cleanser 1 oz. 4 oz. $18.00 $4.50
Nicka K Lipstick in Begonia 0.12 oz. 0.12 oz. $1.49 $1.49
LA Fresh Antiperspirant Wipes 3 wipes 3 wipes $2.49 $2.49
TOTAL $11.96

The Coolway Cleanse & Hydrate Shampoo and Conditioner are sold by Coolway as a combo pack for $29.98. To get the value of those two I divided the $29.98 price point in half and used the $14.99 as the value price point. That being said those could actually be worth a bit more than what I have here.

May Beauty Box 5 Products on southeastbymidwest.com #beautybox5 #beauty #bblogger  #beautybox

My May Beauty Box 5 cost me $12 and I received roughly $11.96 worth of product. Due to two of the products being sold as a combo this worth could be plus or minus a few. Hopefully, it’s the former and not the latter. My favorite item from the box is the Shea Terra Rose Hips Black Soap Cleanser, I love Shea Terra’s whipped body creams so I’m highly interested in trying this cleanser out. My least favorite item from the box is the LA Fresh Antiperspirant Wipes as I don’t really have a use for them, I do like the fact that they included three of them though. For full details on what I received in my box make sure to check out my YouTube Unboxing Video.

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I started Southeast by Midwest back in 2012 as a lifestyle blog. After a few months I felt a pull towards beauty so I rebranded as a beauty specific blog. Over the years I've grown my knowledge and love of beauty products to the point that I am currently in Cosmetology school. If you'd like to know more about me contact me on any of my social media channels or at southeastbymidwestblog@gmail.com

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Comments

  1. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:05 pm

    I would think that they would try to give you some samples that were valued OVER what you paid per month rather than falling just shy of it. It doesn’t seem worth it to me.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:16 pm

      I agree! I’m hoping that this was just a one time experience. I’m subscribing for one more month, however, if this happens again I’ll be cancelling.

      Reply
  2. Krystyn @ Really, Are You Serious? says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:05 pm

    That’s kind of a bummer it’s not worth more. It’s nice to try out new samples, and get shipping I guess, but I want to feel like I’m getting a deal!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:17 pm

      Agreed! I’m hoping that this was just a one time thing because the shampoo and conditioner are sold full-size as a combo.

      Reply
  3. Jamie @ Makeuplifelove says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:20 pm

    What a great box. I seriously need this. Everything I keep seeing by this job looks amazing!!! Great post and unboxing!

    Reply
  4. Shell says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:45 pm

    I really like how you break down the worth of what you got. It helps me to decide which boxes are worth it.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:18 pm

      Thanks! I started doing that a month or so back for my Birchbox unboxings. I didn’t know if it would be something that people would like or not but it seems to be going over very well 🙂

      Reply
  5. Jaime says

    June 2, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    I’d be interested to try the A Fresh Antiperspirant Wipes. I’m always looking for something to help after my lunchtime workouts.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      LA Fresh has had great wipes in my experience. If these are anything like their other wipes, they are well worth the little bit of money that they cost.

      Reply
  6. Miranda says

    June 2, 2014 at 5:39 pm

    Thanks for sharing! Definitely let us know how the cleanser works out!

    Reply
  7. Autumn says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:05 pm

    The wipes would be a little strange, but I’m sure they could be useful! For example, if you forget to slick on deodorant when you’re running late, just grab a wipe from your bag and you’re set! Sometimes you get great value from these kits, so I’m sure it all balances out.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:19 pm

      That is a great idea! I might throw them in my first aid kit that I keep in the car.

      Reply
  8. Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:14 pm

    Fresh and focused. I like the theme. I wish you got to have large samples of the items you ended up liking!

    Reply
  9. Kecia says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:24 pm

    I think I’d be happy to have the wipes on hand. Never know when you may break a sweat and need to conceal it!!

    Reply
  10. Clancy Cash Harrison MS, RD, LDN says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:42 pm

    I do not wear makeup buy my sister loves it. I am going to share this with her.

    Reply
  11. aimee fauci says

    June 2, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    I really like how they package the products they send. I don’t order these type of boxes BUT my suggestion to them would be to put more conditioner in the tube..With my hair.. that would not be enough conditioner.

    Reply
  12. Felicia says

    June 2, 2014 at 7:14 pm

    That’s a great box of goodies! They look wonderful.

    Reply
  13. Kiwi says

    June 2, 2014 at 8:31 pm

    I’ve heard of this beauty box and I really want to try it. Thanks for unboxing and I wanna learn more about the rose hip black soap!

    Reply
  14. ajackeduppeach says

    June 2, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    i love beauty boxes! I’ve never heard of this one so i am going to sign up to see if i like the products they send.

    Reply
  15. Cosmetics Aficionado says

    June 2, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    That lipstick is pretty!

    Reply
  16. NORAH LOVES MAKEUP says

    June 2, 2014 at 8:54 pm

    Some interesting choices here, I like Beauty Box 5!

    Reply
  17. Debbie Denny says

    June 2, 2014 at 8:56 pm

    Those are some great products. Love sample boxes/.

    Reply
  18. Victoria Sneden says

    June 2, 2014 at 9:34 pm

    I’m subscribed to Ipsy and love it, but I’ve been toying around with the idea of subscribing to BB5… Not crazy about the fact that you got less then the value that you paid for it. Is that a regular thing from your experience?

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:23 pm

      I actually just resubscribed to Ipsy, eager to get my first bag (well for this round lol). As for that being a regular thing, this was actually my first box and I’m hoping that this isn’t a regular thing. I’m staying subscribed for June and if it happens again I will be cancelling. So make sure to check back later in June for the June unboxing 🙂

      Reply
  19. Debbie L. says

    June 2, 2014 at 9:39 pm

    Nice beauty box – I love to try new products. The monthly subscription makes trying new products so easy.

    Reply
  20. Chloe Logan says

    June 2, 2014 at 9:52 pm

    I just got LA Fresh makeup-removing wipes, but the antiperspirant wipes look great for travel!
    xoxo Chloe | Wanderlust in the Midwest

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:24 pm

      I love the LA Fresh makeup remover wipes. They are some of my favorite ones!

      Reply
  21. Chelsea says

    June 2, 2014 at 9:52 pm

    I like the looks of that lipstick! I like that they introduce you to brands I’ve never heard of!

    Reply
  22. Terry says

    June 2, 2014 at 10:18 pm

    The rosehips black soap sounds very interesting. I need to check it out. When I was a kid, we used to have a black soap that was made of pine tar.

    Reply
  23. Jeanine @ sixtimemommy.com says

    June 2, 2014 at 10:22 pm

    I love these boxes! I haven’t signed up yet as I’m iffy about spending money on things for myself especially not knowing what’s coming! But I love this

    Reply
  24. Laura MyNewestaddiction says

    June 2, 2014 at 10:27 pm

    our boxes were almost completely different! so strange!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:25 pm

      I saw that there was like a completely different version running around! I wanted that one lol.

      Reply
  25. carly says

    June 2, 2014 at 10:45 pm

    I got TOTALLY different stuff in mine!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:25 pm

      It seems they have like two or three variations that they send out. I got the lesser variation this month it seems :/

      Reply
  26. krystalskitsch says

    June 2, 2014 at 10:48 pm

    I’m not going to lie, this is my least favorite subscription box service. IT’s even more so now that I see your price breakdown. Yikes!

    Reply
  27. Ann Bacciaglia says

    June 2, 2014 at 11:07 pm

    I love the idea of deodorant wipes. I’ve never seen those before!

    Reply
  28. Ashley Nicholas says

    June 2, 2014 at 11:13 pm

    hmm..now i’m curious about this subscription!

    Reply
  29. Kathleen @ Fearlessly Creative Mammas says

    June 2, 2014 at 11:30 pm

    Interesting. I haven’t heard of this before. I will check out your video reveal.

    Reply
  30. Piera says

    June 3, 2014 at 1:05 am

    Beauty Box 5 sounds great! The savings is amazing!

    Reply
  31. valmg @ Mom Knows It All says

    June 3, 2014 at 1:06 am

    I hadn’t heard of that box before. What exactly is black soap?

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:28 pm

      Black soap is really great for treating like acne, discoloration, and even wrinkles. This site does a great job of explaining what exactly black soap is 🙂

      Reply
  32. Jenn @ The Rebel Chick says

    June 3, 2014 at 1:07 am

    Antiperspirant wipes are the thing right now, and they can be hard to find!

    Reply
  33. April says

    June 3, 2014 at 2:36 am

    I will definitely be checking this out!! What a great price!!

    Reply
  34. kay adeola says

    June 3, 2014 at 2:41 am

    I love beauty boxes it seems you have a lot more choice over there.No a bad price for what you worked out but i hope it was worth a little more :-).

    Reply
  35. Ellen Christian says

    June 3, 2014 at 6:19 am

    The cleanser definitely sounds like something I would like. I have tried the Coolway products before and really liked them as well.

    Reply
  36. Christie says

    June 3, 2014 at 7:04 am

    I never heard of this subscription box service. Not sure you got your money’s worth 🙁

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:29 pm

      Yeah I’m hoping the value is better next month.

      Reply
  37. mary says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:30 am

    I have not heard of this beauty box before. Thank you for the information, checking it out now (so is my tween!)

    Reply
  38. kristyn says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:35 am

    I have to emit, I wasn’t crazy about this months box :/ I am interested in the rose hips black soap though.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:30 pm

      I wasn’t to crazy about it either and this was my first box. I’m going to give it one more chance but if they don’t step it up a bit I’m going to have to cancel.

      Reply
  39. Janel (A Mom's Take) says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:59 am

    I love beauty boxes. I might need to give this one a try. Looks like it’s full of some great products.

    Reply
  40. Melissa says

    June 3, 2014 at 10:11 am

    Very cool picks this month! I sure need that LA Fresh Antiperspirant Wipes – it’s hot!

    Reply
  41. Virginia @thatbaldchick says

    June 3, 2014 at 10:21 am

    Looks like a great beauty box. My best friend would love the antiperspirant wipes.

    Reply
  42. Amanda says

    June 3, 2014 at 12:10 pm

    The beauty box looks pretty awesome! I love trying new products!

    Reply
  43. Ashley M says

    June 3, 2014 at 12:24 pm

    What a great way to try new products each month! I like the towelettes.

    Reply
  44. Liz Mays says

    June 3, 2014 at 12:35 pm

    I am SO excited about the anti-perspirant wipes. I’m just going to keep some in every purse I have. I’m always petrified that I forgot to put some on so this is GREAT to have on hand.

    Reply
  45. Jenni E. {Sweet Pennies from Heaven} says

    June 3, 2014 at 1:10 pm

    I think subscription boxes are so fun! You end up loving things you’d never try otherwise!

    Reply
  46. Sheila (Painted Ladies) says

    June 3, 2014 at 1:30 pm

    I’m not quite a fan of the BB5 – nothing beats Ipsy for me!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:31 pm

      I actually just resubbed to Ipsy. I’m hoping that the shipping has gotten better.

      Reply
  47. Dina says

    June 3, 2014 at 2:45 pm

    I’d love to try those wipes. Let me know what you think of them.

    Reply
  48. veronica says

    June 3, 2014 at 3:22 pm

    Those looks like some awesome goodies. I really don’t get into makeup too much

    Reply
  49. tee mccluskey says

    June 3, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    I love beauty box 5 so many amazing products! The company hits it just right!

    Reply
  50. Debi@ The Spring Mount 6 Pack says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:33 pm

    I absolutely love the black soap. I got it once because i liked how it smelled and it was just amazing

    Reply
  51. Jamie Rippy (@MamaMommyMom) says

    June 3, 2014 at 8:35 pm

    Overall, how to you feel about BeautyBox5? I’ve heard mixed reviews… I think I would’ve enjoyed three of the five in your box.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:36 pm

      Right now I’m on the fence about it as this was my first box. I’ll be getting my June box in the next couple of weeks and will either stay subscribed or will be cancelling.

      Reply
  52. Kristine Foley says

    June 3, 2014 at 10:19 pm

    Kind of a bummer when you add it up and it’s less than what you’d pay 🙁

    Reply
  53. Carly from The Puzzled Palate says

    June 3, 2014 at 10:49 pm

    Looks like you landed yourself a box full of sunshine! Looks like some great products- thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  54. Cam | Bibs and Baubles says

    June 4, 2014 at 2:11 am

    I got that same shampoo and conditioner from Beauty Box 5. I really like it.

    Reply
  55. Susanna @Zealous Mom says

    June 4, 2014 at 6:05 am

    These look like some really great products! I will have to check them out.

    Reply
  56. Krissy says

    June 4, 2014 at 10:07 am

    I really think I need to sign up for beauty boxes – I love trying new products but sometimes I’m too cheap to buy a full size one because I’m worried I won’t like it.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      June 5, 2014 at 12:40 pm

      That’s why I love subscription boxes. I’ve found some great products that I never would have tried otherwise by subscribing to these boxes.

      Reply
  57. Hezzi-D says

    June 4, 2014 at 4:56 pm

    I want to try that ROse Hips Black Soap Cleanser! That was the most interesting item in the box and I’m glad it’s your favorite too! It’s on my list!

    Reply
  58. Tonia says

    June 5, 2014 at 5:10 pm

    I am in love with this beauty box. I have to subscribe today!

    Reply
  59. Tammy Northrup says

    June 6, 2014 at 10:12 am

    The Rose Hips Black Soap Cleanser caught my attention right away. Definitely checking that out.

    Reply
  60. Christina S says

    June 6, 2014 at 1:25 pm

    This is one I haven’t heard of. Those anti-perspirant wipes look awesome!

    Reply
  61. Janeane DAvis says

    June 8, 2014 at 1:59 am

    There seems to be quite a few really nice items in your latest box.

    Reply

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