It seems like my Birchbox boxes are coming earlier and earlier. I really love how early they’re coming because it means I can tell YOU about them earlier and you can get your own subscription. Before you see the wonderful goodies I got in this month’s box you should know that Birchbox costs $10/month and you get 4-5 samples in each box.
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Harvey Prince Yogini Perfume
The first item in my May Birchbox was a Harvey Prince Yogini perfume sample. This perfume sample has gardenia, jasmine, and grapefruit along with a few other items mixed in. While this hasn’t been my favorite Harvey Prince perfume sample, it certainly wasn’t the worst.
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Smashbox Primer Water
The second item in my May Birchbox was a glass bottle of Smashbox Primer Water. I’ve seen this around on YouTube and I’ve been interested but I didn’t want to lay down the $32 price tag without knowing exactly what it was and how it worked, and I haven’t seen a lot of reviews about it. I can’t wait to test this out and review it for you guys.
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Marcelle Hydrating Gel
The third item in my May Birchbox was a sample of Marcelle Hydrating Gel. When I saw this I was afraid it was going to have an off putting scent, especially when I read the card and it mentioned cucumber. However, this doesn’t have much of a scent at all and since my skin can always use some hydrating I can’t wait to try this out!
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Macadamia Oil Treatment
The third item in my May Birchbox was a sample of Macadamia Oil Treatment, this one again came in a glass bottle. I love Macadamia Professional’s products so when this was offered as a Sample Choice I knew immediately that this was what I was going to chose for the month of May. I’ve already given this a try and I can say that I absolutely love it, a full review will be up soon!
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Coastal Scents Reveal3d Sampler
The last item in my May Birchbox was a sampler of the Coastal Scents Reveal3d palette. The sampler that I got was titled “Desert Bloom” and some gorgeous shades in it. Before I use this though I’m going to see if the full palette is something I’m interested in that way if it is I can pass this onto someone who could enjoy it!
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Value
| Product | My Size | Full Size | Price | Worth |
| Harvey Prince Yogini Perfume | 1.5 ml | 50 ml | $55.00 | $1.65 |
| Smashbox Primer Water | 0.16 oz. | 3.9 oz. | $32.00 | $1.31 |
| Marcelle Hydrating Gel | 7 ml | 50 ml | $24.00 | $3.36 |
| Macadamia Oil Treatment | 30 ml | 125 ml | $40.00 | $9.60 |
| Coastal Scents Reveal3d Sampler | 0.08 oz. | 1 oz. | $19.95 | $1.60 |
| TOTAL | $17.52 |
So there you have my May Birchbox unboxing. As you can see from the chart this month’s box didn’t have an excellent monetary value, only coming in at $17.52. That being said, the personal value for this month’s box is outstanding. The only thing I wasn’t thrilled about was the Harvey Prince perfume sample, however, I think that my mother-in-law will really enjoy this scent.
I am funny about scents, too, so I may not have loved it, either. I am really fussy.
I am always impressed with all the great things in your monthly Birchbox delivery. The macadamia oil treatment sounds as if it has a pleasant fragrance. The $10 price is extremely economical and much less expensive than finding out you don’t like something after you’ve bought the regular size.
Over the course of the past few articles, you have single handedly sold me on Birchbox. They always seem to send such great stuff!
I am continually impressed with the high quality items that Birchbox has. This is not bottom shelf stuff!
Looks like you got some great stuff. I need to look into this subscription box.
I need to get on the primer train. At least eyeshadow primer. Let me know if you like that one… I have sephora money saved up!
I love your videos! So much better for reviews. I love cucumber scented products for some reason I am partial to them! I love the reveal pallette sampler too. I love the colors! Great video as always:)
Oh I’ve been wanting to get this subscription box. These items def look like things I would use.
I’m interested to see how that Primer Water turns out. You had a pretty good variety of products in this box.
I definitely appreciate the try before you buy aspect of sample products, especially when it comes to beauty items because I am totally clueless. I have been searching for a good primer that will really help my makeup last all day so I am really looking forward to that full review.
I’m interested to see your reviews on these products, particularly the hydrating gel. I could use a little more moisture in my life! BirchBox is really a great deal, getting to try out products for a fraction of the cost.
This is a great review of the Birchbox. It looks like it may be a subscription service worth investing in.
I would love to try Birchbox. It looks like you got some great products to try. I have been researching the different subscription boxes.
I have to admit I had no idea what Birchbox was so I clicked on your links and learned a bit. Thanks for the information… love the idea! Would make fabulous gifts for several hard to buy for people.
It looks like you got some great stuff in your May Birchbox! I haven’t tried this subscription box but it looks great!
This cracked me up: “While this hasn’t been my favorite Harvey Prince perfume sample, it certainly wasn’t the worst.” LOL
I would love to know what you thought of the primer water once you have tried it, I love Smashbox products but I haven’t tried this one yet either and would love to know how well it works.
I always get the boxes for the kids, I love seeing one for us adults too! This is so cool!
It looks like you got a lot of great items in the May Birchbox! I can’t wait to try the Macadamia Oil Treatment myself.
I have heard so much of these birchboxes but I haven’t tried them yet! I might have to think about it a little more after seeing everything in the May box!!!
I have heard great things about Birchbox! I love that they included A Smashbox product. My #1 go-to line!
I love that you broke the value of the box down. I would really like to try the Macadamia Oil.
I actually think I’d like that perfume. I tend to like Smashbox stuff so I can’t wait to hear what you have to say about that one.
Thank your for the cost breakdown. I would have been disappointed to get less than what I paid for
I have always wanted to try a makeup subscription box. Looks like this was a good one.
I’m glad you got such a great box this month! I know you were super excited for the Smashbox and the Macadamia Oil samples 🙂
That looks like a great boc. Really neat products.
I know a lot of people really like Birch Box. I need to give it a try!