December 2011
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Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra Restorative...
Happy Holidays! For our last pick, we’ve got a skin-saving product that will help you look gorgeous for tonight’s party and help you bounce back tomorrow.
Why This Makes A Great Gift: What better way to ring in the New Year than with fresh, glowing skin? Elizabeth Arden’s classic serum capsules have been a best seller for 20 years and counting. No matter your age or skin...
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Reading List: Happy New Year!!
Happy New Year’s Eve Eve! 2011 was so awesome that we can hardly wait to see what the New Year will bring. Not surprisingly, this week has been all about “Best of 2011” lists and resolutions for the coming year. Read up on the things we’ll miss next year, and the resolutions we’ll probably forget.
Photo: Fashionista
Beauty resolutions for the New Year that we can get behind. Instead of...
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Can Lip Balm Be Addictive?
Photo: Drugstore.com
I apply lip balm at least ten times a day. My desk is filled with enough balms to last me until retirement, and I feel naked without at least one coat on my lips. I don’t care whether it’s tinted or clear, flavored or tasteless: if it comes in a tube or jar, I’m happy to smear it on my lips. But lately I learned that much like chocolate or reality TV, lip balm can be...
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The Non-Glam New Year's Eve Trip: Packing List
I love New York 364 days of the year. The one day that I can’t stand being in the city? New Year’s Eve. This year, I’m escaping to sunny Los Angeles, where I have absolutely nothing planned, save for a trip to Flore Vegan for my new favorite salad and some quality time at the Silverlake Farmer’s Market. Here’s what I’m bringing for my low-key trip.
Nuxe...
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New Years Eve Manicures: Nailing It
Operations associate, Loren, has a thing for nails- and we can’t blame her. We love reading about new finishes and fun techniques, so we thought we’d give her a weekly slot on our blog to wax poetic about all things manicure (and pedicure!) related. Check back every Thursday for Nailing It, Birchbox’s dedicated polish series.
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It’s time...
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The $5.25 Secret to Mega Glam Hair: Party...
Well, 2011, it’s been real. New Year’s Eve is tomorrow, which means it’s time to dust off your sequined stilettos and track down some kitschy 2012 glasses. This week, we’ve clued you in to our party essentials, from highlighter to primer. The last weapon in our bag of tricks? A teasing brush. Read on for the secrets to glam hair.
Photo: Arizona Foothills
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Shine On: Mood Board
Our creative team is pretty, well, creative and they come across beautiful imagery all the time. Why not share the inspiration? Keep an eye out each Friday for their Mood Board, a collection of images they’re loving.
‘Tis the season to sparkle. You’ve logged quality time with the family, devoured mountains of cookies, and unwrapped all your new goodies. Now it’s time to let...
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Tatcha Aburatorigami Blotting Papers: Gift of the...
It’s almost New Year’s Eve, and you’ll be in need of some chic party essentials. Today’s gift pick is perfect for yourself and any other gorgeous gal.
Why this makes a great gift: Sometimes after a day of rushing from place to place, all you want is a quick cleanse to freshen up. But, alas, there’s no sink (or towel!) to be found. These gold-flecked sheets made...
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Taylor Sterling Gears Up to "Stay Organized": New...
Here comes the New Year! The end of 2011 means we can start thinking about all the exciting things we want to add to our lives (new shoes!) and all the resolutions we have for the next 12 months (get more sleep!). With that in mind, we asked some of our favorite people in the industry to tell us what their beauty/health/wellness resolutions are for 2012. They gave us a peek into how...
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What's On The Birchbox Staffers' Desks: Operations...
Our operations associates are some of the busiest team members at Birchbox. They’re on the front lines talking to customers and managing orders every day, so we thought it was time to take a peek at one of their desks. Today, we grabbed a picture of Paulina’s — it’s full of her favorite polishes, treats, and the product she’s lusting after from her December box.
1. Maoz Vegetarian...
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Elizabeth Dehn Vows to Juice: New Year's Beauty...
Here comes the New Year! The end of 2011 means we can start thinking about all the exciting things we want to add to our lives (new shoes!) and all the resolutions we have for the next 12 months (get more sleep!). With that in mind, we asked some of our favorite people in the industry to tell us what their beauty/health/wellness resolutions are for 2012. They gave us a peek into how they’re...
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Highlight Your Best Features: Party Essentials
We’re less than a week away from New Year’s Eve, which means you better start stocking up on noisemakers and kitschy party hats now. Whether you’re spending the night at home with your besties or going to a glitzy bash, you’ll want to look even more gorgeous than usual. (After all, if New Year’s Eve is good for anything, it’s photo ops!) This week, we’re helping you out with five days of party...
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Stay Organized with the New Birchbox Makeup Bag
Our purses are like black holes for beauty products: once we toss something in there, there’s a high chance that it will never see the light of day again. That’s why we set out to create a custom Birchbox makeup bag that would let us keep our daily essentials in one place, no digging around required. The result? A stylish canvas pouch that’s big enough to fit our everyday...
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Overindulgence Cures For This Weekend
We’re still recovering from last weekend’s parties but it’s only going to get worse this weekend. We already know we’ll eat too much, drink too much, and stay up way too late on New Year’s Eve. It’s a fun — but exhausting — way to kick off 2012. Luckily, we have a few tricks up our sleeve for bouncing back on January 1. Read More!
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The Most Influential Hair Cuts of 2011: Justin...
Each year, there seems to be one celebrity haircut that stands out among the rest. This year, according to the Wall Street Journal, it was actually two: Emma Watson’s pixie and Justin Bieber’s “swish” style. The publication has deemed that these were the two most influential cuts of 2011 as measured by the volume of requests at hair salons and the number of Google searches.
If we were selecting...
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Emma Stone and Olivia Wilde Glow As The New Faces...
I don’t generally get excited when brands announce new celebrity spokespeople, mainly because everyone seems to have some hot star posing as their latest face. That said, when I saw Emma Stone’s and Olivia Wilde’s debut Revlon ads, I definitely took note.
For starters, I adore both of these actresses. They are talented, smart, and obviously drop dead gorgeous. These new ads...
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Best Fitness Apps for Your Gadget: Well-Balanced
You wouldn’t know it from how much we talk about cookies, but Birchbox staffers are a pretty healthy bunch. We love our veggies and mind-clearing workouts, and are always up to try the latest fitness class or nutrition bar. Our weekly column, Well-Balanced, is dedicated to our latest wellness obsessions — they might become yours, too.
Photo: Crunchbase
By all accounts, this was a very techy...
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Change Just One Thing for New Year’s Eve: You’ve...
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Once a week, Birchbox’s resident Yoga and men’s product expert, Eric, will gives us girls some insight into his world in You’ve Got Male. Whether he’s giving his expertise on skincare (boys need advice, too!) or highlighting his new favorite grooming trend, this guy has got taste—so we’re lucky he’s on staff and willing to share.
photo: details.com
I know that dressing and...
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The New Yorker: Street Style Inspiration
When it comes to figuring out what makeup to invest in right now, think beyond your New Year’s Eve beauty look. Picking winter makeup for daily use is a much tougher challenge. At this time of year, you’re in danger of looking either washed out or too made up during the day. That’s why we love this simple but beautiful look with just a bit of eye liner and some punchy red...
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Benefit Girl Meets Pearl: Gift of the Day
Christmas may be over, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. We still have a few more days before 2012 resolutions kick in. Take advantage of the opportunity to treat yourself and anyone else left on your list. We’ll keep you inspired.
Why this makes a great gift: What’s better than the gift of radiant skin? This liquid highlighter gives your complexion a soft,...
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Melisse Gelula Pledges To Put an End to the "Crazy...
Here comes the New Year! The end of 2011 means we can start thinking about all the exciting things we want to add to our lives (new shoes!) and all the resolutions we have for the next 12 months (get more sleep!). With that in mind, we asked some of our favorite people in the industry to tell us what their beauty/health/wellness resolutions are for 2012. They gave us a peek into how they’re...
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The Red Lipstick Spectrum: Party Essentials
We’re less than a week away from New Year’s Eve, which means you better start stocking up on noisemakers and kitschy party hats now. Whether you’re spending the night at home with your besties or going to a glitzy bash, you’ll want to look even more gorgeous than usual. (After all, if New Year’s Eve is good for anything, it’s photo ops!) This week, we’re helping you out with five days of party...
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Cheek Colors For Every Ensemble: Party Essentials
We’re less than a week away from New Year’s Eve, which means you better start stocking up on noisemakers and kitschy party hats now. Whether you’re spending the night at home with your besties or going to a glitzy bash, you’ll want to look even more gorgeous than usual. (After all, if New Year’s Eve is good for anything, it’s photo ops!) This week, we’re helping you out with five days of party...
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Katie Holmes Wins Us Over With Modern Navy Liner
Photo: StyleBistro
Katie Holmes stunned the crowd at the recent Mission Impossible 4: Ghost Protocol premiere in New York. We love her glowing skin, sleek brows, and effortless updo, but it was her eyes that reminded us of why she’ll always be the prettier half of TomKat (despite stiff competition from her well-groomed hubbie). The secret to Katie’s alluring gaze? Navy liner on her...
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Best Celebrity Ponytails of 2011 — Vote for Your...
One of my favorite things to see on the red carpet is a really chic ponytail. Because unlike complicated chignons or intimidating side-swept updos, ponytails are beautiful in their simplicity. From tightly pulled back to messy-sexy, ponytails are easy to replicate. This past year, celebs sported plenty sassy ponies and I’ve rounded up the best. Which one is your favorte? Vote in the poll...
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Nandita Khanna Plans to "Take More Time For...
Here comes the New Year! The end of 2011 means we can start thinking about all the exciting things we want to add to our lives (new shoes!) and all the resolutions we have for the next 12 months (get more sleep!). With that in mind, we asked some of our favorite people in the industry to tell us what their beauty/health/wellness resolutions are for 2012. They gave us a peek into how they’re...
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Makeup Artist Trick: Give Face Definition with...
Recently, makeup artist Nam Vo stopped by Birchbox HQ to impart some of her never-ending beauty wisdom. The lesson of the day? How to use different foundation shades to give your face definition. I always assumed the goal of foundation was to get a completely uniform complexion — turns out, that’s not always the case. To get a center-lit, movie star look — think J. Lo or Beyonce — you...
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Alex & Isabelle Classic Hair Ties: Gift of the Day
Christmas may be over, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to stop. We still have a few more days before 2012 resolutions kick in. Take advantage of the opportunity to treat yourself and anyone else left on your list. We’ll keep you inspired.
Why this makes a great gift: Colorful hair elastics are way more fun than the standard variety. Aside from spicing up a daily hair style, we...
ameliaclaire02 asked: I know you guys swear by the Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray, but honestly, my college student budget doesn't allow me to spend $40 on one hair product. Is there a cheaper alternative that compares?
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Dior Proves That Beauty Is Art With Its New...
Who says beauty is all superficial? Come spring, Dior will release a collaboration with the esteemed contemporary German painter and sculptor, Anselm Reyle. The beauty portion of the collection includes a limited edition eyeshadow palette (the shades come in a very sassy camo-print) and five different eye-catching polishes (you’ll be hard pressed to pick a favorite). Much like the...
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Guerlain's New Mascara Has The Coolest Packaging...
We don’t know about you guys, but we’re suckers for beautifully designed packaging. If it’s sleek, smart (this button does what?) and especially if it has hidden pockets or other such goodies within, we’re sold. Which is why Guerlain’s new Noir G mascara had us at hello.
The midnight black case is a new iteration of similar packaging used on Guerlain’s Rouge...
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Eva Chen Vows To Become "A Stickler For...
Here comes the New Year! The end of 2011 means we can start thinking about all the exciting things we want to add to our lives (new shoes!) and all the resolutions we have for the next 12 months (get more sleep!). With that in mind, we asked some of our favorite people in the industry to tell us what their beauty/health/wellness resolutions are for 2012. They gave us a peek into how they’re...
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4 Skin-Perfecting Primers: Party Essentials
We’re less than a week away from New Year’s Eve, which means you better start stocking up on noisemakers and kitchsy party hats now. Whether you’re spending the night at home with your besties or going to a glitzy bash, you’ll want to look even more gorgeous than usual. (After all, if New Year’s Eve is good for anything, it’s photo ops!) This week, we’re...
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Two Paper Dolls Ampersand Coasters: Gift of the...
‘Tis the season, which can mean only one thing: You are in search of great holiday gifts. Well, look no further. Whether you’re stumped about what to get a co-worker, your dad, or your bestie, we have something for everyone on your list. Check back every day this month for a new dose of gift-giving inspiration — and get ready to deck your halls with much more than holly.
Why This Makes A Great...
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Christmas Haul: What Did Santa Bring You?
A Birchbox Christmas makeup haul.
Happy day-after Christmas! If your house is anything like ours, you’re planning on spending today in your PJs, playing with new presents and overdosing on leftover mashed potatoes. After all, that’s what the holidays are about! But before you head off to the couch, tell us what beauty treats did Santa bring you? What are you still coveting? Post...
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AHAVA Shoshanna for AHAVA Holiday Travel Set: Gift...
‘Tis the season, which can mean only one thing: You are in search of great holiday gifts. Well, look no further. Whether you’re stumped about what to get a co-worker, your dad, or your bestie, we have something for everyone on your list. Check back every day this month for a new dose of gift-giving inspiration — and get ready to deck your halls with much more than holly.
Why this makes a great...
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Birchbox Yearly Subscription: Gift of the Day
‘Tis the season, which can mean only one thing: You are in search of great holiday gifts. Well, look no further. Whether you’re stumped about what to get a co-worker, your dad, or your bestie, we have something for everyone on your list. Check back every day this month for a new dose of gift-giving inspiration — and get ready to deck your halls with much more than holly.
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Reading List: Happy Holidays!
We’re about to head out of the office (and out of town!) for the holidays and wanted to treat you to one more week of our favorite links while it’s still 2011. We’ll be out on Monday but back next week and hope you all have a wonderful break as well!
Kick off the New Year with a roundup of the best-dressed celebrities of 2011. It will be hard to top these beauties next year! [The Gloss]
Another...
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Petroleum Jelly: Ingredient Decoder
Photo: Drugstore.com
Many of us think of Vaseline as a bathroom cabinet essential. A tub of the clear jelly only costs a few bucks and seems to last forever. On top of its status as a first aid kit staple, I can’t count the number of times I’ve picked up a magazine and read “insider” beauty tips touting Vaseline as a no-frills moisturizer. I’ve known girls who smear it on their elbows and knees...
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All Wrapped Up: Mood Board
Our creative team is pretty, well, creative and they come across beautiful imagery all the time. Why not share the inspiration? Keep an eye out each Friday for their Mood Board, a collection of images they’re loving.
Only two days left to shock and awe your loved ones, so here is some gift wrapping inspiration. We definitely feel that the presentation is just as important as what’s...
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Laura Geller Balance, Blush & Beam: Gift of the...
‘Tis the season, which can mean only one thing: You are in search of great holiday gifts. Well, look no further. Whether you’re stumped about what to get a co-worker, your dad, or your bestie, we have something for everyone on your list. Check back every day this month for a new dose of gift-giving inspiration — and get ready to deck your halls with much more than holly.
Why this makes a...
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Jessica Alba is a Last-Minute Holiday Shopper. Are...
Jessica Alba on December 22 doing some last-minute Christmas shopping. (Photo: Zimbio)
I must admit, I did a fairly large amount of my holiday shopping yesterday and the day before. I had every intention of getting all my gifts early this Christmas and spending lots of time being thoughtful. Instead, just like years past, the holiday totally snuck up on me amidst a frenetic work schedule.
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Smokey Eye Tutorial From A Pro: Guest Blogger
In the fashion world, there’s outfit envy. In the beauty world, there’s makeup envy — and we are seriously envious when it comes to Annamarie Tendler. A genius makeup artist, Tendler covers a wide range of topics on her am. blog, but her The Daily Face posts, which chronicle her day-to-day makeup looks, are our favorite. (FYI: She did an amazing series in October called The Spooky Scary Daily...
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Blushington: A Makeup Lover's Paradise
If you live in LA, you are one lucky chica. And not just because you enjoy sunny weather year round, either. You also have easy access to one of our new favorite places: the very cute, very fun Blushington Makeup and Beauty Lounge.
The lounge offers affordable makeup applications, as well as brow and lash services. So next time you have a party or event where you really want to impress...
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Save Your Skin, Save Your Job: You've Got Male
Once a week, Birchbox’s resident Yoga and men’s product expert, Eric, will gives us girls some insight into his world in You’ve Got Male. Whether he’s giving his expertise on skincare (boys need advice, too!) or highlighting his new favorite grooming trend, this guy has got taste—so we’re lucky he’s on staff and willing to share.
So, it seems that I haven’t been wasting my breath (or time...
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Changing My Hair to Ombre: Hairistocracy
We’re guilty of sticking with the same hair cut for years — if it’s not broke, why fix it? — but that can be a little boring. But not everyone has our issue. Paulina, one of our amazing operations associates, is always eyeing new cuts and styles. She’ll be sharing her tress inspiration and tips every other week in Hairistocracy. Her latest hair obsession: ombre!
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Top 3 Celebrity Beauty Looks for Holiday 2011
This holiday season, we’re taking inspiration from our favorite celebrities. We’ve got the deets on how to recreate three stunning Hollywood looks — all you need to do is decide which to wear to your BFF’s fiesta and which to save for New Year’s Eve. See, we knew that US Weekly addiction would pay off. Click through to read more.
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Of a Kind Designers Yestadt Millinery Have...
This week’s Of a Kind designers, the duo behind Yestadt Millinery, are doubly amazing. First, they have fantastic taste in products (NARS Funny Face? Just one of our all-time faves). Second, they create brilliant headgear that is easy to wear, like their Rainbow Bright clips. Pick up a set of four neon clips at Of a Kind now and read on for the twosome’s makeup musts.
The Yestadt...
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Move Over Cat Eye, It’s All About the Kitten Eye...
If 2011’s big eye trend was the cat eye, 2012 is gearing up to be the year of the “kitten eye.” It’s a less extreme and slightly easier-to-apply version of the cat eye but it’s still retro cute. In fact, I’ve been unknowingly wearing it for months in an attempt to create the cat-eye myself.
The LA Times spoke with celebrity makeup artist Kayleen McAdams, who says “a cat eye is a thicker...
