Sunday, April 12, 2015

Luxury Barber Box Review

Luxury Barber is the ultimate destination for men's artisan grooming products on the web. They recently launched the Luxury Barber Box, which sends over 10 high quality products to your door each month from brands like Baxter, Billy Jealousy, Dr. Brandt, and more!

*Disclaimer: This box was sent to See, Shop, Love! for review purposes. Post contains affiliate links.


Luxury Barber Box has three price points:
  • $29.99 per month with a 10% site discount
  • $27.99 per month for six months with a 15% site discount
  • $25.99 per month for a full year with a 20% site discount
Shipping is free to the U.S. and $9.60 to Canada. All other international orders cost $14.98 per box for shipping. Boxes are shipped on the 20th of every month.


One thing that Luxury Barber does very well is packaging. My box arrived in an outer envelope and inside the box itself was entirely wrapped in bubble wrap.


The box is nice and sturdy and could easily be repurposed. I think Pete (my boyfriend) will probably just use it to keep his samples and other shaving products in.


Not only was the outside of the box well protected, but all of the samples inside were, too. Every single item save for the two you see above was wrapped in tissue paper. I could understand doing this for the items that were in glass bottles, but most of them were not and didn't require this much packaging. Tissue paper is recyclable, but I know not everyone is as responsible with that as they should be so I felt this was excessive and a bit wasteful.


Aside from my minor complaint about the packaging, I think this box is fantastic! Mine contained 12 total items and had a good variety of brands and product types. I deferred to Pete to test them out since he has a beard that he regularly shaves and I do not.


  • Fresh Richie Mne's Wipes ($1.99 for two wipes) - These are cleansing wipes that can be used anywhere on the body to neutralize odor and soothe skin. I think they're great for on-the-go or post-workout refreshing when you can't get to the shower right away.
  • Menaji Face & Body Scrub ($1.30 for ~.25 oz) - I'm totally guessing on the size of this little packet, but anyway, it's a scrub containing zulene, lime peel oil, and aloe vera to soothe skin, relieve redness, and even skin tone. Pete said he loved the scent and that it worked really well.
  • Towel Dry Hydrating Shampoo ($.58 for .5 oz) - This is a shampoo, conditioner, and body wash that's made with pro-vitamin B5 to add volume, body, and shine to hair. It's also paraben- and gluten-free. It has a nice, fresh scent.
  • Soapy Bathman Cedar and Sandalwood Shave Soap ($1.00 for .4 oz) - I actually took out my postage scale to weigh this because I had no idea what to estimate it at. It's glycerin-based and smells super good. It's very woodsy and manly (as one could guess by the name).
  • E-Shave Preshave Oil in Cucumber ($22.00 for 2 oz, full-sized) - The instructions say this can be used pre- and post-shave, but Pete just used it as a pre-shave treatment. He liked it but said that since it had such low viscosity it leaked everywhere after he expelled a pump or two onto his hands. It contains vitamins and proteins to soothe skin and is gentle enough for everyday use.
  • 7 O'Clock Gillette Razors ($1.69 for 10 blades) - These aren't for sale on the Luxury Barber site so I pulled the approximate value from Amazon. The info card that came with the box says that these are widely known for giving the closest shave that is long-lasting and irritation-free.
  • Croma Diamant DE Blades ($5.50 for 5 blades) - These are stainless steel blades from Germany that are designed for DE safety razors and shavettes. They're known for being the same quality as Merkur blades but with an even better price.
  • Captain's Choice Sandalwood Aftershave ($2.24 for ~.5 fl oz) - Pete had never used aftershave before, so when he put it on I heard an "owww, it stings!" from the bathroom! Oops. This calms and soothes post-shave skin (or maybe not) and provides all-day moisture.
  • Dr. Rubin's Abraham Pomade ($.58 for ~.25 oz) - This is the one item that probably won't end up getting used because Pete doesn't use styling products in his hair. It gives a firm grip without weighing down hair, and its flexibility makes it a fan favorite.
  • Towel Dry Thickening Shampoo ($.58 for .5 oz) - Pete liked this a lot and said it smelled great and left his hair feeling soft and smooth. It's a shampoo/conditioner/body wash combo like the Hydrating shampoo, and I'm usually wary of shampoo/conditioners because they don't always condition that well. It appears that this one does, though! It has aloe vera to soothe the scalp and jojoba seed oil to repair damage.
  • Balla Spray ($20.00 for 4 fl oz, full-sized) - This smells fantastic and contains aloe, chamomile, and jojoba seed extract to soothe and moisturize skin. I like the scent because it's a good mix of musky and spicy with aqua notes, too (if that makes sense).
Bottom Line: I was very impressed with Luxury Barber Box and so was Pete! Our box had two full-sized items and an approximate total retail value of $57.46, which is well over the $29.99 price for U.S. residents. If you add in international shipping it's not much higher ($29.99 + $14.98 comes out to $44.97), but still a good deal I think. What I like best is that you'll always receive at least one full-sized item and a variety of other brands and products.
What do you think of Luxury Barber Box?

Saturday, April 11, 2015

30% Off Coupon at Style & Apply!

Style & Apply has tons of wall decals and decorations to suit any interest, and right now they're running a 30% off sale with the coupon code SPRINGDECAL!

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The Picture Branch decal above is one of my favorites and is also a Style & Apply best seller! They have everything from children's designs to fun quotes and sayings to animal prints.

Be sure to check out their full line of decals at Style & Apply and use coupon code SPRINGDECAL for 30% off of your entire order! This coupon expires on May 6th.

InfiniteAloe Skin Care Review

I have pretty oily skin on my face but the rest of my body is the exact opposite. I've had eczema ever since I can remember, although not as badly as I used to when I was a kid, and I'm always looking for new products that can help me combat that dry, itchy feeling. InfiniteAloe is a fantastic Leaping Bunny certified cruelty free company that has lotions and creams to help battle dry, sensitive skin!

*Disclaimer: These products were sent to See, Shop, Love! for review purposes.



All of InfiniteAloe's products are made with organic aloe vera that penetrates to the deepest layers of your skin. They're suitable for all skin types; they hydrate dry skin and help balance oily skin. Other ingredients include botanical extracts, such as ginseng, comfrey, and calendula, all of which are rich in antioxidants to revive tired skin and counter the free radical damage that accelerates aging. Their products are clinically tested and free from parabens, phthalates, sulfates, synthetic fragrances and dyes, petrochemicals, and triclosan.


The InfiniteAloe Scrub exfoliates and hydrates at the same time. It cleans away dirt and dead skin and leaves your skin feeling incredibly soft. I love this scrub! I think it smells very faintly of gingerbread and it's tan/peach in color to match. I expected it to be a clear sugar-type scrub, but it has a thicker texture. It's kind of like a thick cream with exfoliating beads built in. It absolutely delivers on its promise to exfoliate and hydrate. I used it on my body, and although it says you can use it on your face as well, since it does leave a hydrating layer of protection I didn't think it would mix well with my oily skin.


I did use the RxRenew Microdermabrasian Cream on my face, though! It was absolutely heavenly and I loved how it made my skin feel afterwards. This is more of a traditional face scrub--it has very fine exfoliating particles and is gentle yet effective. I would use something like this once a week, but I think that someone with less sensitive skin could use it at least twice a week.


I also received a tub of the Aloe Vera Face & Body Cream, which I thought I had taken a photo of with the rest of the items but apparently didn't (so now fun gold and white stringy accents here). All of the products I tried were fantastic, but this cream was definitely my favorite! It has a very light scent and is gluten-, nut-, and paraben-free. It has a smooth and silky texture that feels light on the skin and absorbs quickly. It works well to combat eczema and other skin concerns. I've been using this as a body moisturizer and I think it's wonderful. I love how light the texture is and that it leaves my skin feeling hydrated for hours!
Bottom Line: InfiniteAloe has a really amazing line of cruelty-free products! I absolutely recommend the products I've tried here and I'm sure the other ones that I haven't tried are just as great.

Friday, April 10, 2015

New Quarterly Box and Spoilers!

Quarterly is launching a new Discovery Box, which will contain a "fun surprise every month" with "brands and products that you never even knew you needed and now can't live without." The box will cost $40/quarter plus shipping.

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They've also released spoilers for the upcoming Mizzfit and Nina Garcia boxes, check them out below!


What do you think of the new Discovery Box and spoilers? I'm very curious to see what they include in this new box...

Thursday, April 9, 2015

April Birchbox Man Review

I signed back up for Birchbox Man last month, half for my boyfriend but half for me, too. Even though we've only gotten two boxes so far I've been really happy with them!

*Disclaimer: This box was purchased by See, Shop, Love! Post contains referral links.


Birchbox Man costs $20 a month, as opposed to the $10 for the Women's box. I think that they definitely make up for the difference in price by increased value, and I also like the packaging of the Men's boxes a lot more. The women's boxes have a top on them that comes off like a regular shoebox, but the men's boxes have a sliding drawer that you pull out from the side. I think I can repurpose these boxes a lot easier than the Women's.

Anyway, Birchbox teamed up with Mad Men for April's box and I was so excited when I found that out! I'll admit that I only watched the first few seasons of the show, but I did enjoy it and I like the whole Don Draper aesthetic (aside from, well, the alcoholism and stuff).


One great thing about Birchbox Man is that every box comes with a full-sized item. Last month Pete got a great watch, and this month our sample choice was our full-sized product.


  • Royal Rose Three Chiles Simple Syrup ($2.75 for 2 fl oz) - This was the first half of the sample choice we picked for this month. If you're not familiar with simple syrup, it's basically sugar water that you add to a cocktail for flavor. This one is flavored with fresh poblano, jalapeno, and dried ancho chiles. As much as I love spicy foods, I don't really want my cocktail to taste like a pepper so I swapped this.
  • The Mason Shaker Whiskey Stones ($17.00 for 6 stones) - I love whiskey and when I saw that these stones and the syrup were available for sample choice I snatched them up right away (I'm paying for this box after all, not Pete)! We just bought a bottle of single malt 12-year Aberfeldy scotch that will go great with these. If you're not familiar with whiskey stones, they're great to drink with liquor because they take the place of ice cubes and won't dilute your drink.
  • Baxter of California Facial Scrub ($2.13 for .5 fl oz) - I ended up posting this for swap because I already have a ton of exfoliating products to use and I knew Pete probably wouldn't end up using this. It looks nice, but a lot like other scrubs I've used.
  • das boom industries Everywhere Lotion Detroit ($3.00 for 1 fl oz) - Man, this stuff smells terrible. It has argan oil, rosemary extract, and Vitamin E, all of which are great ingredients for smooth skin, but I just couldn't get past the smell. The scent trio includes tobacco, musk, and motor oil. I don't mind tobacco or musk in lotions, but I am not a fan of smelling like motor oil.
  • PLANT Body Wash ($2.11 for 1 fl oz) - Now this I do like the scent of: sandalwood, cedar, and ginger. I might just steal it for myself. Even better, it's made in Brooklyn at a nonprofit workshop that employs adults with mental and physical disabilities. The product itself is free of parabens, silicones, and other "mystery chemicals" (as the product page calls them).
Bottom Line: Our April Birchbox Man had a total approximate retail value of $26.99, which isn't crazy high, but it's more than the cost of the box and I'm happy with that. I also really liked most of the products we got and I think that's what's most important!