Eco Emi Box June 2011

The world of "green", natural and organic products can be overwhelming.  I have spent money on products in the past and been underwhelmed, but I have also found products that work wonders - all without the help of harsh, toxic chemicals.


Eco Emi plans to make the discovery of quality, safe products easy.  Their monthly subscription sample program takes the guess work out of the world of "Green".

The June Eco Emi Box.

This sample program does differ from Birchbox, in that this box is more of a lifestyle box, and the sample sizes are smaller.  

June Eco Emi - Cosmetic samples, soap and an organic wax candle.

I think that there is a great deal of potential to learn about some very good organic, Free Trade products through Eco Emi. 

Expect the unexpected - a Stain Eraser for clothes and a Facial Mask!

Some of the products I received this month were heavily scented and overwhelming to my senses, but there were some surprises, too - like the Auromere Ayurvedic - Herbal Soaps and the Pure Light - Organic Coconut Wax Candle.

Eco Emi features a variety of organic samples.

While I enjoyed this months EE, I can't say that I felt like I got my $15 worth. But I love the concept of natural products, and so I will continue with this program.

For $15 per month, get a package of 5 - 10 samples of organic, eco-friendly or Fair Trade products.


Lauren Brooke Cosmetiques:
Organic Creme Eye Shadow - Pearl and Cocoa Latte
Body Glitter - StarLight
Lip Gloss - Summer Melon

Glee Gum - Bubblegum
Vega & Sequal Naturals - Shake & Go Smoothie in Tropical Tango
Pangea Organics Face Mask - Japanese Matcha Tea with Acai & Goji Berry
Pure Light - Organic Coconut Wax Candle
Merry Hempsters - Vegan Lip Balm
Salubritas - Organic Deodorant in Pina Colada
Blissoma - Evening Facial Creme in Peace
Zhena's Gypsy Tea - Coconut Rum
Auromere Ayurvedic - Herbal Soap in Sandalwood-Tumeric and Vanilla-Neem
Naturally Clean & Enzyme Fresh Home - Stain Eraser

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Until next time, 

The Sassi Wench!

What's in my Beach Bag?

Coach Poppy Graffiti Tote.

At the end of last summer I decided not to hold out any longer... I finally purchased this Coach Poppy Graffiti Tote.  I had my eye on it for some time, with the intention of using it for the beach and for when I go on cruises.

Today, I was able to use it - it was the perfect day for the beach - so off we went, Coach tote in tow...

And it worked out perfectly!  I don't like to carry my whole life to the beach with me, but there are a few essentials that I need and they did fit perfectly into this tote.

What's in my Beach Bag?

So, what exactly do I carry around in there?
- iPhone
- iPad
- Sub Zero stainless water bottle
- Car Keys - Gustto Alina Leather Coin Purse
- Novel - Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett
- Mini battery operated fan
- Bejewelled Tissue Clutch Bag from Accessorize
- Cosmetic bag with:
*Fresh Sugar Lip Treatment SPF 15
*Fresh Sugar Hand Cream
*iPhone earphones
*Liquid Face Product - DDF (Doctor's Dermatologic Formula) Ultra-Lite Oil-Free Moisturizing Dew
*Kerstin Florian Correcting Oil-Free Daily Defense SPF 50
*Sircuit Cosmeceuticals - Molecular Mist
*Tweezerman tweezers
*hair clip
*hair band
*Sleep Pretty in Pink earplugs
*Prada tissue holder
*Secret Powder Fresh mini deodorant
*Paper Soap - Orange Blast - $1 for 15 sheets at Pier 1
*Advil
*Trident Xtra Care in Cool Mint
*pen?
*nail tool??

Coach Poppy Beach Towel

I usually hate everything to match exactly, but I couldn't resist this Coach beach towel - a perfect way to camouflage the tote! ;-)

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Birchbox June 2011: Shu Uemura

This month my Birch Box got delayed for a week! Weird, considering I live near their distribution center in New York City!  

Birchbox June 2011

But without further ado, here are the spoils!
Kate Spade - Twirl
Laura Geller - Baked Blush n' Brighten
Shu Uemura - Essence Absolute Nourishing Protective Oil
Sircuit Cosmeceuticals - Molecular Mist
Deborah Lippmann - Stripper to Go Nail Lacquer Removers

Laura Geller Baked n' Blush Brighten

The biggest surprise was the full size Laura Geller Baked n' Blush Brighten.  At .32oz, it retails for $29.50 - but I got this with the other samples for only $10!!! What a great value!

If you like Birchbox, sign up for the monthly $10 subscription.  You can cancel it at any time, and you earn points to put towards the purchase of full size products that you enjoyed from your sample selection.

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Click here for a link to my January 2011 Birchbox: January 2011 Birchbox

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Click here for a link to my March 2011 Birchbox: March 2011 Birchbox

Click here for a link to my April 2011 Birchbox: April 2011 Birchbox

Click here for a link to my April 2011 Birchbox: May 2011 Birchbox

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Until next time, 

The Sassi Wench!

International Subscriber Give-Away - Coach, Makeup and Accessories! [Closed]

The Sassi Wench First YouTube Subscriber Give-Away!

Sniff Mini eco tissues, MAC Et tu Bouquet? and EOS Passion Fruit (LE)

Boots No7 Stay Perfect Eye Mousse in Lilac, Fresh Brown Sugar Perfume, Essie Fiji.

Kristina Chadwick Ring Holder in Pink.

I'm proud to announce my first give-away!  It's a "thank you" to one of my lucky YouTube Subscribers!

RULES!
1. Be a Subscriber to my YouTube Channel! Click here: The Sassi Wench.
2. Enter only once.
3. Type "Enter me" and tell me, what is your favorite thing that you carry with you in your purse!
4. Give-Away open to anyone, anywhere in the world!
5. If you are under 18, please get your parents permission to enter this give-away.
6. Winner will be chosen on July 12, 2011, using www.random.org

Give-Away includes:
Coach - Wristlet
MAC - Et tu Bouquet Eye Shadow
Boots No7 - Stay Perfect Eye Mousse Lilac
Fresh - Sugar Perfume
Essie - Fiji
EOS - Passion Fruit (Limited Edition)
Sniff mini - Environmentally Friendly Tissues
Kristina's Handmade Ceramics and Jewelry - Pink Ring Holder

For more information on designer Kristina Chadwick and ordering her custom ring holders and other handmade jewelry and ceramics (she also does bulk orders), click here:


Kristina is offering a coupon code of 10% off! Use code "Sassi"


Kristina's Handmade Ceramics and Jewelry


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Until next time, 

The Sassi Wench!

My New Fragrances... How to get FREE Dolce and Gabbana Perfume

I decided to purchase some new perfume to complete my collection.  At this point in time, I really have a small but select perfume collection that I happy with.  But never say "never", because next week I may discover something new and then... there I go buying perfume again!

My latest new fragrances, including Gucci and D&G.

I enjoy wearing different perfume each day, just as I have a habit of wearing different earrings each day.  So long as I have earrings in my ears, and perfume on, I feel 'finished'.

Dolce and Gabbana Favorites - 3 L'imperatrice and 18 La Lune.

D&G have a spectacular unisex coffret of fragrances, the names of which are inspired by tarot cards!  The interesting thing about these fragrances, is that you can mix some of them, to wear at the same time.  This is rare in the fragrance world.  If you purchase the coffret at Sephora.com, it comes with an even better surprise... a free, single, full size version of your choice!  See details below.

Sephora's D&G Coffret and Gucci Guilty.

The only drawback I find is that the light, fresh scent of these fragrances often don't last all day, and you may want to reapply them in the late afternoon, or early evening.

Gucci Guilty

My other latest additions:

Gucci - Guilty

I first discovered Guilty in Bloomingdales in NYC last year.  What took me so long?

Notes:
Mandarin, Pink Pepper, Peach, Lilac, Geranium, Amber, Patchouli.

Aquolina Pink Sugar Rollerball

Aquolina - Pink Sugar Rollerball


Purchased to carry around in my purse, the Rollerballs from Sephora are the epitome of convenience.
Notes:
Bergamot, Sicilian Orange, Raspberry, Fig Leaves, Lily of the Valley, Licorice, Strawberry, Red Fruit, Cotton Candy, Vanilla, Caramel, Musk, Wood, Powder

D&G - Coffret featuring:
- 1 Le Bateleur 
- 3 L'Imperatrice: Confident. Successful. Charismatic. 
- 6 L'Amoureux: Romantic. Desirable. Sensual. 
- 10 La Roue de La Fortune: Adventurous. Creative. Experimental. 
- 18 La Lune: Mysterious. Hypnotizing. Delicate.

To get a full size D&G perfume for free, buy the Coffret for $65 at www.sephora.com.

Sample the fragrances and choose your favorite.
- Fill in the enclosed coupon.
- Take the coupon into a Sephora store and redeem it for a fragrance.


My choice - D&G 18 La Lune!


UPDATE! ******As of June 24th, 2011 this Limited Edition set has sold out at Sephora.com!!

Dolce and Gabbana 18 La Lune

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Until next time, 

The Sassi Wench!