Birchbox vs Ipsy April 2014

This month I decided to put Birchbox and Ipsy in a post together to compare the two. They are both $10 per month and send beauty products. While they are similar in many ways, I personally think they're more different. So this post is to help anyone who can't decide which would be a better fit for them.


First up: Birchbox:
Kind Granola Bar: This was the first thing I noticed in the box because it was the biggest thing. The flavor was Maple Pumpkin Seeds. Does that sound good to anyone? It sure didn't to me, but I thought I should give it a chance because I've heard great things about Kind Bars. Personally I did not like it at all, but I know lots of others did. I think it was the maple part I didn't like, which I expected because I don't like maple flavored things.

Beauty Protector, Protect & Detangle: I was so so excited to see this in my box! I got this same sample in a swap from someone on edivv.com a couple months ago and I love it! I have really long hair that is always getting snarled up and this stuff works wonders. I am so happy to have more of it!

Color Club Nail Polish: This is a mini nail polish in Aquamarine Azulino, which is a gorgeous light blue with a pearl-like finish. I think this seems really nice, but I have a few other polishes that are similar to this color. I'm going to give this to my mom for Mother's Day.

Supergoop CC Cream (in light/medium): Ok first of all, 3ml is a teeny tiny sample. Supergoop needs to up the size of their samples a bit because how am I supposed to know if I like this without using it a few times. I used a bit on the back of my hand and was pretty happy with it, but I don't think I'll get many uses out of this sample.

Sumita Eyeliner Pencil: This eyeliner is in the shade Jamun, which is a deep plum color. I tested this on the back of my hand and instantly fell in love. I know that a swatch isn't the best way to know if you like a product, but it went on so smooth that I know it will work great! Also it is the perfect purple for eyeliner. It's a deep rich color that will look fantastic with a smokey eye.

Overall for Birchbox this month I am incredibly happy. There was only one thing I didn't like. I know all the rest will be put to use and probably on a regular basis.

If Birchbox looks like something you would like to try please use my referral link: https://www.birchbox.com/invite/hb61l Thanks!



On to Ipsy:
Benefit Lollitint: This is a cheek and lip tint in an orchid-like color. I've never tried anything like this before. I would like to try it, but I'm not very fond of the color so I'll be trading this.

Urban Decay 24/7 Black Velvet Eyeliner: First of all I'm glad I got a different color eyeliner than I got in my Birchbox! I will always have a need for black eyeliner. Also, I've never tried this brand before, so I'm very excited to try this. Although I have to say I'm a little disappointed too. I joined ipsy to try new things, I already know that I like black eyeliner. I think they could have chose something better, but I know that I'll use it so I'm not too upset about it.

Cailyn Tinted Lip Balm: This tinted lip balm comes in the color acid pink. Can you see how bright it is?! Yeah....again not a color I was excited about. I'll be trading this too.

City Color White Gold Mousse: I'm so excited about this! The packaging says it can be used for a highlighter or an eyeshadow. I really like multi-use items, and am excited to see how this product works!

Kiss Looks So Natural Lashes: I've never tried false lashes before and am pretty excited about it. And I'm happy the lash glue was included!

Overall for Ipsy I'm happy. I'm going to keep and use 3 of the items and I'll trade the other two for other things I will use.

If Ipsy looks like something you would like please use my referral link: http://www.ipsy.com/r/7x6q. Thanks!

Let me know what you thought of this month's products!