03 July 2015

BDJ Box Unboxing: June 2015 'Bioderma'


At long last I have received my June BDJ Box, my 2nd box. Here's the contents:

Bioderma Samples:
Sebium Pore Refiner 5ml (full size: 30ml / Php 1468)
This targeted daily treatment works to tighten pores that are dilated, prevent imperfections, and mattify the skin both immediately and over the long term, thanks to the astringent and pore minimizer property of Fomes Officinalis (muschroom extract). Antioxidants boost the skin's radiance and protect it from external aggressors. The lightweight, fluid formula melts into the skin instantly, and creates an excellent base for make-up application.
Sebium Gel Moussant 10ml (full size: 200ml / Php 1238)
The gentle, soap-free formula can be used on the face and other imperfection-prone areas of the body, such as the chest and the back. The non-comedogenic wash reduces sebum secretion with its patented Fluidactiv sebum-correcting complex, and ensures that the sebum is of better quality to reduce the risk of breakouts. After use, skin is left feeling purified and fresh.
Sensibio DS+ 5ml (full size: 40ml / Php 1628)
This is an intensely calming moisturizer with a lightweight texture. Designed for those who have sebhorrhoeic dermatitis, its soothing formula works to relieve high colour and smooth the skin using a dual and anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory action. It uses a targeted action to boost the skin's healing process, while the patented natural D.A.F complex improves the skin's tolerance threshold. Its pleasant, non-oily gel-cream texture provides instant comfort.
Sensibio Light 5ml (full size: 40ml / Php 1548)
This silky everyday moisturizer protects the complexion from external aggravators, and works to build the skin's own tolerance over time with the patented Toleridine complex. Formulated with rigorously selective active ingredients, it is an ideal step in the treatment of sensitive skin. Over time tightness and overheating of the skin is reduced thanks to the restoration of the cutaneous barrier. In its place is a supple, comfortable and less inflamed complexion.
Sensibio Eye Contour Gel 2ml (full size: 15ml / Php 1248)
Restore the youthful brightness of your sensitive eye area with this gel. The lightweight hydrating gel works to decongest this most delicate area of our skin, reducing the puffiness and smoothing line lines with its rigorously selective active ingredients. Immediately, eye skin is soothed and protected, and becomes resistant to external attack thanks to the patented Toleridine complex
Atoderm Intensive 8ml (full size: 200ml / Php 1418)
When skin is a atopic and dry, it can be extremely irritable, itchy and uncomfortable. The Intensive Soothing Emollient Care is created with Bioderma's exclusive Skin Barrier Therapy complex, which restores the integrity of the skin barrier, prevents the penetration of allergens and enhances suppleness and comfort. Added Zinc and Betasitosterol provide intense anti-inflammatory care and helps to stop the itch.
Atoderm Preventive 8ml (full size: 200ml / Php 1998)
Limit the aggravation of very dry skin from birth with a delicate formula created for infants and children. It has been developed to intensively restore the integrity of the skin barrier by strengthening and protecting young skin, ensuring that the evolution from dryness to atopic dermatitis in childhood is prevented. With its quick application and ultracomfortable texture, skin is soothed swiftly and durably.
Photoderm Max 5ml (full size: 40ml/ Php 1348)With maximum anti-UVB and extreme anti-UVA performance, it guarantees optimum protection against sunburn, sun intolerance and premature ageing. Exclusive patented Cellular BIOprotection complex effectively shields the skin against risks of cell damage. The melting texture feels very comfortable on the complexion and is perfectly colourless when applied, leaving no trace of white marks or a greasy film.
The Body Shop Lip and Cheek Stain
full size: 8ml / Php 795
This dual-purpose stain from The Body Shop gives your lips and cheeks a healthy-looking glow with one wash of color, or builds up for a richer, deeper coverage. Used alone, it's a sheer stain, but can also be used as a great base for lip and even cheek products for a longer lasting flush. Its moisturizing formulation helps to condition the skin with Vitamin E.
The Body Shop Php 200 discount coupon
(for a minimum of Php 1000 purchase of regular-priced items)
What I like about this box:

  • They focused on a brand Bioderma that is new in the Philippine market. A brand that looks promising and isn't readily available in stores. A good chance to try new product.
  • Variety of samples. Bioderma is quiet expensive so you get to try it first and see if it feels right to your skin before you even decide to empty your pockets.
  • Excited to try my first The Body Shop product, believe it or not it is my first from the brand.

Why I am not impressed with this box:

  • Box Worth: Php 795 (plus samples and a coupon) vs subscription Php 580. I did not include the price for the samples, samples are samples. It is not their usual 2x or 3x the subscription fee. 
  • I do understand that BDJ Box had been busy on their Boot Camp but they shouldn't have compromised releasing subscription boxes. They released this box just a few days before June ends. I think BDJ box needs to improve on that manner. Subscription items are supposed to be shipped and delivered at the start of the month and not at the end of the month. 
  • Samples are way too small. I wish they could have added at least one big sized sample. 

To sum it up, I am very happy I get to try Bioderma but I am not satisfied at how small the samples are.

BDJ Box Unboxing: May 2015 'Kiss Dry Goodbye'




Been on a hiatus for a long time now. Getting hired just took much of my time but now I'm back. This unboxing is basically long overdue. I had received this box on the last few days of May. I have waited for this since I started subscribing last February. Now I get to unbox a BDJ box.

The box is first and foremost heavy and jam packed with a variety of products. Here's what's inside:

Full Size Items
Colgate Optic White Plus Shine
full size: 100g / Php 115

Not 1 but 2 tubes in full size. Now that is a good bargain. I am not blessed with a set of pearly white teeth and this is a good chance for me to try it.
Garnier Skin Naturals Light Complete Whitespeed Multi-Action Whitening Serum Cream with SPF19/PA+++
full size: 50ml / Php 265
Garnier Skin Naturals Light Complete Whitespeed Multi-Action Brightening Scrub
full size: 50ml / Php 84
FS Powder Blush
full size: 6.2g / Php 350
Nivea 3in1 Exfoliating Wipes (20 sheets)
full size / Php 140
Dermal Masks (3 sheets: Gold, Grape, Honey Grapefruit)
full size: php 70

Aloe Derma Pure Aloe Vera Gel
full size: 45g / P280
Samples
Cetaphil Daily Advance Moisturizing Lotion
sample size provided: 14g x 2
(full size: 85g / Php 675)
I love Cetaphil, I wished this was in full size. But still I am happy they gave out 2 tube (sample size).

*Himawari Dear Beaute Oil in Shampoo and Conditioner
sample size provided in sachet: 10ml shampoo + 10ml conditioner
(full size: 500ml / Php 695)
*Pure Savon Body Wash 
sample size provided in sachet: 8ml Rose Blend Scent + 8ml Classic Floral White / Lily Scent
(full size: 300ml / Php 545)
Cure Natural Aqua Gel
sample size provided in small sachet x 4
(full size: 250ml / Php 1500)

What I love about this box:
  • Box contents worth Php 1559 (excluding samples) vs. subscription of Php 580.
  • More full size items rather than samples. Now isn't that a bargain? 
  • I am pumped up on the Japanese Beauty Bundle Samples (Himawari Shampoo and Conditioner, Pure Savon Body Wash & Cure Natural Aqua Gel), excited to try them. 
  • I am a fan of Cetaphil as it caters to all skin types of all ages, happy I get to try their moisturizing lotion. 
  • Aloe vera gel is a multipurpose product which is a great deal although I do have one big tub at home but it isn't travel friendly and the 45g tube provided just solved my problem. 
  • More face masks.


What I didn't like about this box:
  • Some of the items are readily available in stores anywhere which takes off the excitement of discovering new products.
  • I do have a variety of facial washes and happy I get to try a Garnier facial wash but I am not a fan of Garnier creams. I have tried it before when I bought the ones in sachets and I am not really impressed as it feels too thick on my face. 

In the end, I am happy that there is more to like than to hate in this box.