I missed out on the autumn edit of The
Parcel because I forgot to resubscribe after I received my summer box. But
after looking at photos on Instagram I don’t think I missed out on much because
the quality kind of dipped a bit in that quarter. So when I paid for a yearly
subscription I was concerned that it was going downhill but decided to take
that leap of faith anyway and I’m glad I did. The one thing that I love most
about The Parcel is how amazing they are at tailoring their boxes to seasons.
The Winter Edit arrived on my doorstep today packed full of winter fighting
goodies like lip balms, moisturisers and masks.
O.P.I
Nail Lacquer in Romantically Involved
This is the perfect shade of red for
winter. It’s a dark beautiful red that’s deep in colour from the limited
edition 50 Shades of Grey range. O.P.I is my favourite nail polish brand
because the formulas are quality that actually last on your fingernails. Full Size $19.95
L’Oreal
Paris Volume Million Lashes So Couture
The brush on this mascara has a whopping
408 (so very random and precise) bristles to help ensure a clump free mascara
experience. The rubber brush head is extremely flexible helping to get to the
very base of the eyelashes. The back of the box states that the ‘silky formula’
helps to create voluminous deep black lashes, but the first thing I noticed
when I opened it is that it smelt like playdoh. It will be a while until I have
a chance to use this because I went into squirrel mode and stockpiled a bunch
of random mascaras at a recent cosmetics sale so it will go to the back of the
line but I am looking forward to using it. It does look very glamorous but no
cutsies L’Oreal. Full Size $27.95
Lanolips
Lemonaid Lip Aid
I love Lanolips they are one of those great
lip treatments that actually stay on your lips and keep them hydrated all day
unlike those pretendsy glosses that wear off after five minutes. When I first
started university in 2011 the only balm I used was the Lanolips Lip Ointment
SPF 15 in Rhubarb. It was just the most perfect hydrating everyday lip product
in the most gorgeous colour ever. Then I just forgot about it and started
working my way through the rest of the lip products in my bathroom. So when I
opened this seasons box and saw the Lanolips Lemonaid I was so freaking darn
excited and it was just as good as I remembered it. The Lemonaid one smells
exactly like fresh summer lemonade and is so hydrating on the lips. Made with
70% Ultra Pure Grade Lanolin and animal testing free, I’m glad to have you
back in my life Lanolips, I was a fool to let you go! Full Size $15.95
Estee
Lauder Revitalizing Supreme Global Anti-Ageing Cream
This cream retails at $80 when purchased
full sized so it is great to be able to give it a go and not fear wasting money
incase it’s a dud! This is a thick and super luxe cream to create softer,
smoother, more luminous skin and to help fight signs of the ageing process by
keeping skin plump and hydrated. It smells absolutely divine and when I smoothed
some onto the back of my hand it was so soothing and soaked right in, leaving
me with baby soft skin. I think we are on to a winner here folks! Sample Size
Neutrogena
Make-up Removing Cleansing Towelettes
I’ve never tried these wipes before but I
have read all about the hype after Kim Kardashian named them one of her Holy
Grail products. I’ve been really happy with using my Simple wipes so I haven’t
really strayed. But tonight I used these to take off my makeup and holy moly,
these are amazing. They are so soft and extremely gentle to the skin. While
they do have a slight fragrance, they remove makeup in mere seconds without
pulling or tugging at the skin. While I love the simple wipes I find that the
first half of the packet aren’t moist enough at all to remove my makeup, while
the bottom half are dripping wet. When I pulled the first wipe out it was ready
to go. I was so pleasantly surprised by these and I will definitely be adding
these to my shopping list. My skin felt amazing after using them. Sample Size
Neutrogena
Hydro Boost Mask For Intense Hydration
I absolutely love cloth sheet masks and had
no idea that Neutrogena started making them, but if they are anything like the
wipes they will be bloody fantastic mate. These ones are focused on hydration,
which is perfect for the wintertime. I received three in my box and I’m giddy
with excitement to give these a go. Considering the full pack of five retails
for $25, including three in this box was mighty generous. Full Size
John
Frieda Beach Blonde Cool Dip Purifying
Shampoo, Smooth Seas Detangling Conditioner and Ocean Waves Sea-Salt
Spray
Meant to keep blonde locks in ship shape this three-step routine is meant to put some natural waviness into the
hair while keeping the colour looking sharp. I’m especially excited to try the
sea salt spray and try and achieve some Kate Bosworth-esque hair. Sample Size
Woolworths
Select Quick and Easy Nail Polish Removal Wipes
This is a cute little tub of ready to go
wipes soaked in nail polish remover. Sometimes I’m really really lazy and can’t
be bothered finding the nail polish remover AND the cotton pads to take off my
polish so these acetone free will be perfect to keep in my bedside table. Oh
boy, what will they think of next? Full
Size $2
Once again The Parcel delivered value
wise. Considering my yearly subscription cost around $90 and the full sized
products in this box alone (excluding sample sizes) came in at $65.85, I think
that’s pretty grand don’t you?
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