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January 20, 2015 By Cassie 22 Comments

December Birchbox

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December 2014 Birchbox Unboxing on Southeast by Midwest featuring products from Cynthia Rowley, Embryolisse, Davines, Folle de Joie and Ruffian

It’s time for the December Birchbox which means we’re finally catching up! Before we jump into what I got in this month’s box let me explain something first. Birchbox has started something new where each month they are offering a special curated box. For the month of December the specially curated box theme was “Party-Ready” and was curated by Lo Bosworth.

Make sure to watch the December Birchbox Unboxing video above. If you can’t see the above video click here

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The December 2014 Birchbox Party-Ready Box

One thing to note about the curated boxes is that they do not get the “No Double Samples” promise. If you pick the curated box there is a possibility that you will get samples that you have already gotten, I got two repeats in the December Birchbox, and they won’t give you points for the mistake.

Cynthia Rowley Creamy Lip Stain

One item in the December 2014 Birchbox was a Cynthia Rowley Creamy Lip Stain in Sugar

The first item in my December Birchbox was a mini Cynthia Rowley Creamy Lip Stain in Sugar. I don’t know where to start with how much I love this product. While this was a mini it’s still a nice size sample that I will get several uses out of it to make sure that I like. The packaging is absolutely gorgeous, I love the clear lower packaging that allows you to see the shade and the black cap with gold circles is stunning. As for the product itself it’s super creamy, long lasting and not sticky at all.

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Embryolisse Moisturizer

One item in the December Birchbox was a Embryolisse Moisturizer

The second item in my December Birchbox was a Embryolisse Moisturizer. While this is the one of the repeats I mentioned I’m not sad by it in the slightest. This is one of my favorite moisturizers of all time.

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Folle de Joie Perfume

One item in the December Birchbox was Folle de Joie Perfume

The third item in my December Birchbox was a mini spritz bottle of Folle de Joie Eau de Parfum. I’m not a big fan of perfume samples as I’m very picky about what scents that I wear. However, my mother-in-law really enjoyed this when I received it in another Birchbox so for those who do like perfume it’s not that bad.

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Ruffian Nail Lacquer

One item in the December Birchbox was a Ruffian Nail Lacquer in Ruffian Red

The fourth item in my December Birchbox was a Ruffian Nail Lacquer in Ruffian Red, this was actually a full size item! I’ve received another Ruffian Nail Lacquer in another box (different shade of course) and it has a really good formula.

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Davines Hair Products

One item and two bonus items that were in the December Birchbox were the Davines Replumping Superactive, the Davines Replumping Shampoo and the Davines Replumping Conditioner

The last item that was in my December Birchbox was actually a combo item. I received the Davines Replumping Superactive as my fifth item in my box. I wish Birchbox would package more of the hair products that they put into their boxes like this. It had a nice sturdy bottle and a spritz applicator. You’re supposed to apply the Davines Replumping Superactive to the ends of your hair to fortify them and leave them looking shiny.

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Since I got the Davines Replumping Superactive in my December Birchbox I also received the Davines Replumping Shampoo and the Davines Replumping Conditioner as bonus items. I know I’ve mentioned it before but I seriously HATE it when subscription boxes send me packets as one of my paid items. However, when they come as bonuses I can’t really complain as they are in addition to what I purchased. Also, with these they are big, and sturdy, enough that I can get several uses out of them to test it before I decide to purchase it or not.

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Hopefully you liked the new way of my going through the items in the box (including buttons for you to go to the sites and purchase the products). Below you will still find the breakdown of the box telling you not only the value of each product but the box overall.

Value

Product Sample Size Full Size Price Worth
Cynthia Rowley Creamy Lip Stain 0.079 oz. 0.17 oz. $20.00 $9.29
Embryolisse Moisturizer 5 ml 30 ml $16.00 $2.67
Davines Replumping Superactive 50 ml 100 ml $39.50 $19.75
Davines Replumping Shampoo 12 ml 250 ml $25.50 $1.22
Davines Replumping Conditioner 12 ml 150 ml $25.50 $2.04
Folle de Joie Eau de Parfum 0.06 oz. 3.4 oz. $98.00 $1.73
Ruffian Nail Lacquer 0.17 oz. 0.17 oz. $10.00 $10.00
TOTAL $46.70

Contents of the December Birchbox

My December Birchbox cost me $10 and I received $46.70 worth of products! My favorite item from this month’s box is the Embryolisse Moisturizer. I’ve received this in a previous box but was so happy to receive it again. My least favorite item from this months box was the Folle de Joie perfume sample as I’m not a big fan of most perfume samples. Don’t forget to keep coming back as the December Loot Crate and Glossybox still have to go up along with all the January boxes!

About Cassie

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. Samantha Angell says

    January 20, 2015 at 8:33 am

    What a great deal, it sounds like you got tons of awesome products! I think when I am home in the US I will have to sign up for a birch box. Question though, do you have to pay shipping on top of the $10?

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    • Cassie says

      January 20, 2015 at 10:11 am

      In the US for Birchbox you only pay the $10, there is no shipping added on.

      Reply
  2. Rena McDaniel says

    January 20, 2015 at 8:34 am

    Wow what great cool new products to get to try out. I like all of the products and I am sure they will look beautiful.

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  3. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    January 20, 2015 at 9:13 am

    What a great selection of goodies they have in this box! I like the colors !

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  4. Michele says

    January 20, 2015 at 9:18 am

    I really do not wear make up anymore-I used to. I do love the color of that nail polish!! And the lip gloss looks like the perfect shade for me. Actually I do prefer sample sizes as I have sensitive skin and it is easier to just try a bit to see if I can use it or not before purchasing. I do believe samples should be sent for free.

    Reply
  5. Franc Ramon says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:26 am

    That’s a really good deal receiving $46 worth of items for only $10. You have a lot of beauty products for your personal needs.

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  6. Carmen Perez (listen2mama) says

    January 20, 2015 at 11:53 am

    Wow looks like this box was full of goodies. My favorite is the Cynthia Rowley satin lip gloss. It’s definiely something I would wear, love the color.

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  7. courtney says

    January 20, 2015 at 1:33 pm

    Ahhhh I love birchbox!!! My favorite subscription box!!! Definitely loving the nail.polish you got!!! Love a good red

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  8. Myrabev says

    January 20, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    I used to check birchbox and back in the day enjoyed it until another better box started and i left, I have never heard of these products but I want to check out the moisturiser.

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  9. XmasDolly says

    January 20, 2015 at 3:26 pm

    These are so nice, and you really do an informative video all the time. Thank you so much for sharing all your goodies and how to use those products are sooooo cool. Have a beautiful day.

    Reply
  10. john lopez says

    January 20, 2015 at 6:13 pm

    All woman should have this. This is a great deals and prizes.

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  11. michele d says

    January 20, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    That must of been a great box to receive. It had tons of goodies that I would certainly use. Gotta look into this. Thanks for your review.

    Reply
  12. Olivia Schwab says

    January 20, 2015 at 10:07 pm

    I love the idea of Birchbox! I’ve always wanted to sign up for them and will hopefully be able to soon! I love the products they gave you!

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  13. Echo says

    January 20, 2015 at 11:49 pm

    Wow, all of those for $10! That is definitely worth the subscription cost! Great box! Thank you for sharing it!

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  14. Fi Ní Neachtáin says

    January 22, 2015 at 4:15 am

    Seems like a lovely box. It’s always great when the value outweighs what you paid isn’t it? 🙂

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  15. Sara says

    January 22, 2015 at 4:32 am

    I would love to try Birchbox here in the UK – I love finding new products to try! That moisturiser looks amazing, I’m always searching for new ones.

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    • Cassie says

      January 22, 2015 at 7:57 am

      I’ve seen unboxings of the UK Birchbox and I’m always so jealous of the packaging. I totally wish we could get that nice of a box here in the States.

      Reply
  16. Debi says

    January 22, 2015 at 9:01 am

    I love monthly boxes like this but I have never seen what is in the Birch box before. I love all of those products.

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  17. Giveaways 4 Mom says

    January 22, 2015 at 2:13 pm

    I have heard of Birch Box before. Based on what you received, I think I need to try out a subscription with them.

    Reply
  18. Badet says

    January 26, 2015 at 11:10 am

    We also have a subscription box thingie here in my country. But your items are very interesting.

    Reply
  19. Christine from SoDomesticallyChallenged says

    January 26, 2015 at 3:03 pm

    What an awesome box! It must be a great treat to get all those goodies! Can’t wait to see what you get next month!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      January 26, 2015 at 3:05 pm

      It really is and for a great overall price too! And you won’t have to wait long, January’s Birchbox unboxing will be up tomorrow!

      Reply

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