January Glossy Box 2017

It's that time of the month again...no that time, glossy box time haha! When I first held this months box I got excited because it felt heavy and I love it when it feels heavy because you know it's going to be a good box.

December Glossybox 2016

A little late with posting this as we are now into January but I thought what the hell I can still share the December Glossybox before the January one arrives in my post.

The box is stunning. White with gold trimming around the edges and a gorgeous gold mistletoe detailing on the front with a gold glossybox label.

November Glossybox 2016

This months Glossybox is a good one. I'm gonna use more or less all of the products so yeah overall it's a good one! There's also a different range of products in this months box from skincare and haircare to make-up so that's always good rather than getting lots from the same range.

There's a few brands in this box which I've never heard of before so it's always good to try something new and I'm excited to do just that.

October Glossybox 2016

Hello! October's glossybox was an alright one I guess. I will use probably 5 out of the 6 products I got so yeah that's pretty good! However....I was very disappointed to see a product from Primark in this months box! Like come on...that's a bit shitty is it not? I just think it's so cheap of them to include something which costs hardly anything in it. Maybe that's just me who thinks that but never mind.

September 2016 Glossy Box - The Editor's Choice Red Edition

It's back!! I signed up to Glossybox again because I feel I would use a lot more of the products now than I did almost 2 years ago when I first signed up. Plus, I miss the excitement of receiving a box every month as it feels like a present to myself haha!

July Glossy Box 2014 - Stars and Stripes

              

Hellooooo my lovelies! It's been a while since I've last posted so today I am back with my last Glossy box review. Yes that's right, my last one! I will be cancelling my subscription as I feel it's a waste of money for myself as I keep receiving products I wont use. It is sad but it's the right thing to do :).

This months theme is Stars and Stripes to celebrate the 4th of July in America. There are 3 things in this box that I will definitely use so I'm happy with that. These are also all full sized products which is great! I had enough glossy dots to get this box free so I didn't pay a penny for it :D.

Carmex - Lip Balm

"Loved by celebrities and makeup artists all over the world, Carmex is the original lip balm and the only way to sooth dry, chapped lips. With menthol, camphor and beeswax, lips are nourished, conditioned, and protected from the elements all year round. You need this staple in your bag!"

I love carmex lip balms so I'm really happy with this although it's not expensive so feel it's not very special to receive this in the box when I can just go out and get it at Tesco.

Application - "Apply to lips with a clean finger."

One size - £2.69                                                    Shop at - graftonsbeauty.co.uk

Bellapierre Cosmetics Ltd - Mineral Lipstick

"This cult American favourite is formulated with natural waxes, mineral pigments, and antioxidants including Vitamin C and Vitamin E, providing long lasting colour and protecton against the sun."

I don't own any lipsticks as I don't wear them. I might give this a go but would've rather had a bright red one because I've been tempted to just go all out and wear one on a night out haha! This colour is really pretty though :).

Application - "Smooth on lips for a slick of colour."

One size - £20 (holy moly!)                                         Shop at - bellapierre.co.uk

Absolute New York - Perfecting Eyeshadow Primer

"This oil free, ultra-creamy formula evens skin tone around the eye area and keeps eyeshadow crease-free and colour-true for a lasting look."

I wont use this so not excited about it! 

Application - "Apply a thin layer over eyelids and gently blend with fingers to create an even base. Wear product alone to neutralise redness and brighten eyes pr layer under your favourite shadow for a prolonged vibrant colour."

One size - $4.99                                                                    Shop at - nicka.com

NYC New York Color - High Definition Felt Tip Liner - Extra

"Discover NYC's black liquid liner in the flexi felt tip. Simple. Pick a liner look, and then do it like a NY fashion week pro: first time."

I do like to wear liquid eye liner when I go on a night out so I'm excited to try this! The past felt tip liners I've tried haven't impressed me so far so hopefully this will :).

Application: "Draw along the top lash line with a closed eye for an easy application."

One size: £2.99 per pack                                            Shop at: superdrug.com

Color Club - Glossy Seal

"Color Club nail polish is proudly made in New York with only non-toxic, cruelty free ingredients. The shade Glossy Seal has been especially formulated for your July Glossybox!"

That's so cool how it's been made especially for this months box! I will definitely use this as you all know how much I love nail polish! You can't have too much of it :P

Application - "Apply 2 thin coats to clean, dry nails and seal with a top coat."

One size - $8 for 15ml                                            Shop at - shopcolorclub.com

So there we go, my July glossy box and my last glossy box! Who knows maybe I'll subscribe again but for now it's cancelled. I'd love to know what you thought of your box this month if you're subscribed.

Thanks for reading xoxo

June's Glossy Box

June Glossy Box 2014 - Summer Edition

                         

Hey peeps, hope your Monday is a good one! It's time for my June glossy box! I received this the week it was despatched but I've been away from home so haven't had the chance to do a blog post on it so here it is now! :)

Before I start I just wanna say that I am getting more and more disappointed and I think it's time to unsubscribe for good. It's just annoying how this box and last box has makeup in it and I wont use it so it's just a waste. However, I am due a free box next month as I've collected enough glossy dots so there will be a July box and then we'll see :P.

Nailgirls - 3 in 1 base/topcoat & nail strengthener

"This new longer lasting top coat combines the perfect base and nail hardener in one easy to use product."

I don't own a top coat nail polish so this was quite good to receive although when I saw a nail polish I was quite disappointed as it wasn't coloured but hey ho it's good to have I suppose.

Application - " Apply the nail hardener and allow it to dry before applying your favourite colour. Allow that layer to dry before applying a final top coat."

Full size - £13.50 for 15ml                Shop at - www.nailgirls.co.uk

Got2b - Rise 'n shine soufflé    

"Create stand-out styles with textured volume and silky shine without weighing your hair down thanks to this innovative, multi-benefit styling product. The jasmine infused fragrance provides the ultimate finish for unforgettable hair!"

This is probably what I'm most excited about. It looks like a strawberry moose yoghurt haha and it smells soooo good! I look forward to try this!

Application - "Rub a small amount of the soufflé between your palms, work through the lengths of dry hair and style as desired. For an extra boost apply a little extra to your finger tips and work into the roots, lifting as you style."

Full size - £4.07 for 100ml                           Shop at - www.superdrug.com

Teeez Trend Cosmetics - Beautiful Flat Stiff Brush

"This premium quality brush allows you to apply powder and cream eye shadow with ease. A make-up brush essential for your kit."

This will just sit in a drawer :( Don't get me wrong it's such a nice brush, so pretty :)

Application - "Dab the product and glide effortlessly and smoothly along the eyelid area. Clean the brush regularly to avoid product build up."

Full size - €19                                                Shop at - www.nelly.com

Roger&Gallet - Fleur de Figuier discovery ritual Shower Cream, Body Lotion and Eau Fraîche Fragrance

"Created by renowned perfumer Francis Kurkdijan, these fruit-floral and fig inspired scents allow your senses to take a break reminiscent of a walk through a Mediterranean garden."

These look really nice but just wish the samples were a bit bigger.

Application - "Cleanse yourself with the shower cream, replenish your body's moisture with the body cream and dab yourself with the fragrance for an all over irresistible scent."

Full size - Eau Fraiche £32 for 100ml, Body Lotion £13 for 200ml, Shower Cream £9.50 for 200ml.

Shop at - www.marksandspencer.com

So Susan Cosmetics - Concealer Quad

"Formulated with virgin marula oil, this compact quad can be used to cover minor blemishes and imperfections. It's lightweight formula makes it ideal for summer. To create a flawless looking complexion, use the quad as an all-in-one contouring kit."

Not for me :(

Application - "Dot over the desired area and blend in gently until full coverage is achieved."

Full size - £20                                                 Shop at  - www.sosusan.com

Wow you guys must think I'm a right moan haha! It's just I should be received products that I would actually use...isn't that what our survey is for? I understand that they can't make individual boxes for everyone but at least throw in a couple of products that I'd actually use! :P Let's hope my free box is a good one!

xoxo      

March Glossy Box 2014 - Beauty Blossom Edition

          

I'm just gonna start off this post with I think this months glossy box is rubbish! :( Sooooo disappointed! After a great box last month this one is so so poor! I got 2 perfume samples which I think shouldn't count as a product and I also received 2 make up items which I don't use as I don't wear make up!!! I don't see why we have to fill out the survey to find out what we like and don't like and then they end up sending totally opposite things! Ugh I am annoyed.....anyway here's what's in the box this month.

Mitchell and Peach - Body Cream    

"With English honey, organic cocoa, vitamin B5 and shea butter, this Mitchell and Peach body cream is perfect to leave you feeling as though you've taken a walk in the English countryside".

This is probably the only thing I like in the box. It smells soooo nice and the ingredients sound amazing so I'm excited to give this a try...my skin has been so so dry recently so maybe this will make it nice and smooth :).

Application - "Apply liberally after showering to leave your skin feeling soft and smelling beautiful".

Full size - £36.00 for 180ml                       Shop at - www.mitchellandpeach.com

Sleek MakeUP - Pout Polish     

"Strike a stunning selfie with Pout Polish by Sleek. This tinted balm is full of nourishment, and with SPF15, almond oil, shea butter and vitamin E, it will leave your pout looking perfect".

I've received the Pout Paints from Sleek before and didn't like them as they were very "in your face" and quite messy but this doesn't seem to be as bad. I did just give it a try and it's not as noticeable which is good for me as I don't like a colour on my lips. I think I'll give this a chance and then decide if I like it or not but yeah....wasn't exactly excited to see this but don't get me wrong...the colour is gorge, I got a pinky purple colour.

Application - "A little goes a long way, so use a small amount on the edge of your finger or lip brush for the best results".

Full size - £4.49 for 10g                                Shop at - www.sleekmakeup.com

Bellápierre Cosmetics Ltd - Shimmer Powders

"This 100% pure Mica shimmering eye shadow will provide you with a long lasting vibrant colour without smearing, creasing or fading".

Not impressed with this at all. Such a waste :( Who knows.....I might have a giveaway soon and include some of the products that I don't use in it :).

Application - "This powder is the ultimate multi-use product. As well as an eye shadow, it can be mixed into blusher, nail polish or lip gloss to create your own custom make-up! Check out Bellápierre's website for further uses and application techniques".

Full size - £12.99 for 2.35g                             Shop at - www.bellepierre.co.uk

Juicy Couture - Malibu Collection  

"Meet us in Malibu with Juicy Couture's Malibu Collection! This fragrance blends the spirit of carefree Cali with Glam LA and we love it!".

Okay....so these do smell reallllly good but still think it's bad that I got 2!!! 

Application - "Spritz on for scent of sparkling fruit and sensuous blossoms".

Full size - £47.00 for 75ml                             Shop at - www.debenhams.com/beauty/juicy-

couture

Dove Hair Therapy - Intensive Repair 60 Second Treatment Shot

"Now you don't have to choose between beauty and hair care with this intensive treatment! It's the perfect pick-me-up for haircare in a hurry and you can even take it on holiday to revive damaged hair from the sun".

I will use this for def as my hair is in a not so good condition so wont let this go to waste but it's still a bit meh!

Application - "Use after shampooing for 60 seconds, avoiding the roots and rinse out for beautifully soft, strong hair with a keratin boost!".

Full size - £1.49 for 15ml                   Shop at - www.sainsburys.co.uk or instore at Superdrug.

Yeah so that's what I got. Were you happy with your box or were you disappointed as well? I keep saying this every time I get a rubbish box that I'm gonna see what next months is like cause I can't bring myself to cancel! Hahaha! Oh! And another thing I wasn't happy about.....they changed their delivery service which I think is worse now! I used to get my box the day after dispatch day at around 9am every morning which was excellent service I thought but now that most people have complained they weren't receiving their boxes as quick they've now changed the mailing service to Royal Mail which delays it for me now :( Look at me getting all grumpy....better go haha! Thanks for reading dolls! xoxo

January Glossy Box 2014

Hey! So first Glossy Box of 2014 and.....I'm not very impressed :(. Don't get me wrong, they have changed the design slightly which is much nicer so I'm happy with that. The box is now a glossy one which makes sense, and is slightly bigger in size which is good because now it fits the magazine which comes with it every month. The ribbon is silk and has the glossy box logo on it which is so nice. 

The contents of this box however has disappointed me :( Nothing really stood out for me or excited me. I'll just move on to what was in it :).              

         

New Schedule!

Hey lovelies! I have created a new schedule for my blog as I feel it's a bit messy. Instead of blogging random posts on random days of the week I wanted to be more organised and have a schedule of what posts I'm going to write on what days. So, starting from tomorrow (Monday 13th) I am going to post everyday except Saturdays. Posting everyday sounds quite a lot but I'm looking forward to doing it and hopefully you lovely people will look forward to see what's coming. Let me know if you think it's too much though! Here is roughly what my schedule will consist of:

• Monday - An inspirational quote for the week - to help me get through those Monday blues :P
• Tuesday - A wish list - so anything I might have seen and want but can't afford
• Wednesday - A random post - so this could be a haul, nails of the week, my glossy box post, magazine bargain of the month, a review of a product or just a general chat really. 
• Thursday - A get the look post
• Friday - An outfit of the day (ootd) - a nice simple one for a friday as it's my day off work and is the only time I wear actual nice clothes as I basically live in my work clothes or jammies haha
• Saturday - This will be my day off from blogging as this is when my boyfriend is home so I want to spend it with him and not sitting on a laptop I hope you understand <3
• Sunday - My week in pictures

What do you think of this plan? If there are any other posts you think I should give a go then please feel free to let me know in the comments. Oh! Also, I've now got a facebook page which is https://www.facebook.com/gemstrends so would love it if you could "like" my page as I will be putting updates on there about posts and also because......no one likes it yet :( haha! 

Thanks for reading dolls! xoxo

Nail Polish Haul

Happy Monday everyone! Hope everyone's first day back at work was fine if you were working :P. I've been meaning to do this post for a while now but with it being Xmas and New Year I just couldn't find the time to prepare for it but as I had some spare time tonight I thought I best crack on with it and also I apologise for the bad quality of the pictures. So as you can probably guess by the title of this post that this is going to be a nail polish haul and just to let you know that no I did not buy these all at once although I don't really see why that would be a problem :P We always feel like we have to put a little disclaimer out there which I think is quite sad :( Anyways let's crack on!                    

       

Wilkinson Sword Intuition - Naturals Razor Review

   

Hello!! Today I thought I'd do a review on a product that I received in my December Glossy Box (to see what else I got click here) as I have been loving it!!

It's the Wilkinson Sword Intuition razor and omgggggg it's soooo good! So as it's been the party season every girl wants to look and feel their best right? So of course I was going to shave my legs which I don't really like doing to be honest but lucky for me, my boyfriend lives in Edinburgh and I don't so we only see each other at the weekends so I don't really have a reason to shave my legs during the week! Haha! Is this TMI? Anyways...I was really excited to try out this razor as I don't normally buy good razor blades. This razor leaves my legs feeling soooooooooooo smooth! As you can see from the 3rd pic above that it's got soap around the blade so when you start to shave your legs you don't feel a thing other than how smooth it feels and all soapy! I'm not the best at describing things so I apologise if this is a rubbish review! I would totally recommend this razor as it's really not that expensive. It's only £6.49 and I've seen this in Tesco. I'm not sure how much the replaceable blades cost but I imagine they wouldn't cost that much.

I am going to continue using this as my legs have never felt smoother and also it never misses any hair which can be so annoying when you come out the shower to find you've missed a long strip of hair right down your leg haha!

If any of you guys have tried this razor out then I'd love to know what you thought of it so drop me a comment and tell me :) Have a nice day, peace out xoxo

December Glossy Box 2013 - Christmas Edition

Hey! It's that time of the month again where I show you what I received in that fabulous little box I get every month. Yes it's my Christmas edition Glossybox! This month it came in a gorgeous red box with a Christmas tree design on the front, red tissue paper with a cute candy cane print that was tied with a white ribbon and for the paper things in side they were green this time! So nice! So I'm just gonna get straight into showing you what I got.                      

       

October Glossy Box

So it's that time of the month again (not that kind haha) where that gorgeous little pink box everyone can't wait to get has arrived! Yep it's my Glossybox! Every month I get so excited to get my box but I have to say this month I am soooooo disappointed with it :( I received a free box since I had enough glossy dots so I didn't have to pay. If you don't know what glossy dots are they are points you get when you complete surveys about products you have received in the past. So yeah, because it was free I was even more excited but I just think this box is rubbish! For me personally anyway. I just watched a video on YouTube of someone doing an unboxing of their box and they didn't like it either. Also!!! They got a free mini bar of chocolate in theirs and I never!! I love chocolate! Anyway I'm gonna stop rambling on and continue with writing about each product but I will say I've not tried most of these out just simply because I probably wont use them. Enjoy :)

"Dark Romance" Edition

September Glossy Box - London Edition

Hey!! I've finally found the time to sit down and write about this months Glossy Box! Look how amazing it is!! So this months theme was the London edition and I was so excited when I found out because the box looks amazing! I'll go through each product I got individually and write a bit about each one from what our leaflet tells us about them and how to apply :)

Here's a pic of what the box looks like with all products inside! So the first product is....

Welcome To Gemstrends

Hello! So I've decided to start blogging and have no idea how it's going to go! I want to do it for a bit of fun and because I love reading and following other peoples blogs and also love watching beauty gurus on YouTube! This isn't going to be one of those beauty blogs but will have a bit of everything in it such as fashion, some beauty products as I am subscribed to GlossyBox so I want to share with you what I receive every month, and just simply other things that are going on in my life. So who am I? My name's Gemma and I'm 23. I'm from Scotland and work full time as an Optical Assitant in an Opticians at the moment. Thats me in the picture above being a bit of a bam really and taking an "selfie" for Instagram :D I would love some suggestions from anyone as to what I should blog about and what people would love to see!