Influenster "Spring Fling" Voxbox Product Review

As a part of Influenster.com, I was one of the members chosen to receive their "Spring Fling" Voxbox for testing and review.  All products were complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

My box included the following 6 items:

1. Kiss Everlasting French Nails

2. Nivea Skin Firming Hydration Lotion

3. Softlips Cube "Pomegranate Blueberry" Lip Balm

4. Playtex Sport "Fresh Balance" Tampons

5. Rimmel London Scandaleyes "Retro Glam" Mascara

6. "Labor Day" Movie "Peach Pie" Car Freshener

Review

Kiss Everlasting French Nails:

I did not like these.  On the box, it claims to have "Flex-Fit Technology" to ensure a perfect fit.  When I applied these nails, I held down the sides in an attempt to form them to fit my nails.  The sides did not stay down.  You can see in the photo the dark spots are where the glue is actually adhering the nails to my natural nails.  These only stayed on for 3 days before beginning to pop off.  There were also some air bubbles in the white section in some of the nails.  They're $6.49 for a box which, to me, is way too expensive for the quality that you get.  There are cheaper press on nails that look better and last longer.

 Nivea Skin Firming Hydration Lotion:

I used this lotion for about a week and a half before I ran out.  This is very hydrating and moisturizing.  I didn't notice any skin firming, but it claims that "you'll see firmer, more toned skin" in as little as 2 weeks.  I didn't use it for that long, so I don't know if that claim is true.  I do like it for moisturizing and hydrating my skin though.  It does that very well!  It doesn't have the most amazing scent, but it's not unpleasant.  It takes a few minutes to dry, so if you're in a hurry to get dressed you may not want to use this.  I don't think it's too long of a wait for it to dry though.  This 2.5 oz bottle retails for $2.49 and the 13.5 oz bottle goes for $10.99.

Softlips Cube Lip Balm:

I received this in the Pomegranate Blueberry scent which I really enjoy.  I believe these are supposed to be comparable to the EOS lip balms.  They have the same waxy consistency and come in a variety of scents.  I have 6 or 7 of the EOS ones, but since I've had this Softlips one I've been reaching for this over all of my EOS ones.  The Softlips Cube actually feels like it's doing something for your lips unlike the EOS ones that do nothing.  The Softlips Cube retails for $3.49 which is a similar price point to EOS.  One thing that I don't like (about the Softlips Cube and the EOS balms) is that the packaging is just bulky.  I know it's supposed to be unique and fun, but it's a bit annoying when you have a thin purse and these create a bulge.  In short, these are nice, but I think I'll just stick to lip balm/chapstick in a tube.

Playtex Sport Tampons:

I really cannot give a review of these yet.  I actually received this package from Influenster the evening of the last day of my period, so I haven't even opened the box yet.  These claim to neutralize odors and give "sport level protection".  During the summer is when I like to outdoor sports and activities, so we'll see how that works.  These retail for $3.99 to $4.99 per box, which is about average price.  *I'll come back to this post next month and add my review of these.*

*Update: Honestly, the applicator is maybe a little more narrow than others, but there's no other difference.*

Rimmel London Scandaleyes Retro Glam Mascara:

This mascara is just ok.  It claims to give a "thicker, fuller, wide-eyed look" but all it really did for me was lengthen my lashes.  These do not make my lashes look thicker or fuller.  However, it didn't clump up my lashes or get flaky throughout the day.  This mascara only retails for $5.99, so the price isn't unreasonable.  I probably won't purchase this mascara because I prefer ones that make my lashes look thick and full.  I'll probably only use this on days when I'm wearing false eyelashes and don't want to waste my good mascara.

"Labor Day" Car Freshener:

This was added to the voxbox to promote the movie Labor Day being released on Blu-ray and DVD.  This smelled terrible.  It looks like it would smell amazing like peaches, but it had an artificial butter, pre made pie crust scent.  I took it out to my truck, took it out of the wrapper, sniffed it, shoved it back in the wrapper, and threw it away as soon as I could.

That's all for now.  Like I wrote earlier, I'll come back next month and edit this to include my review of the Playtex Sport tampons.

Thanks for stopping by!

*Update:  I was fortunate enough to win 2 brand challenges from Influenster (Rimmel London and Kiss nails).  Here's what I got: