SPRING SHOWERS APRIL 2018 INSIDE THIS ISSUE Bobbi Brown, Garnier, Juice Beauty, Deep Sea Cosmetics, Callyssee
BLESS / BLES / (VERB): to confer prosperity or happiness upon
BTable of Contents L Letter from Sazan... E S S What s Inside... Bless It Forward... 2 4 10 Bless Bingo... 12 #readysetbless... 13 SPRING SHOWERS APRIL CATALOG
APRIL CATALOG LETTER FROM SAZAN Hey babes! This time of year is so gorgeous! Every year I m so amazed at all of the beauty this season brings. From blue skies and sunshine, to rain and blooming flowers, April is always bursting with life. I always have a renewed sense of wonder for the environment. So, for this month s Bless Box, I took a little inspiration from Mother Nature. April is the perfect time to enjoy all of the blessings that have been waiting to bloom all Winter. Now that the harsh weather is over, and the rainy season has begun, it s time to shower yourself with all of the fresh opportunities that this season has to offer. I want you to feel energized, refreshed and ready to take on whatever this year brings! I ve selected my favorites in organic beauty and skincare, luxury bodycare, and sprinkled in a little glam to make sure that you feel beautiful, confident, and wonderful from your roots to the tips of your fingers. Now that the pace of life is picking up, and the days get longer, it can be so overwhelming to keep track of everything. This is our chance to make sure we're taking care of ourselves, so we can properly stop and smell the roses (LOL) and make sure that we re taking the time to care for ourselves, so we can properly be there for others! Enjoy! XOXO, 2
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1 What sinside Salon Perfect, Silk Noir Lashes + Glue Something Luxe Retail Value: $11.42 Learn more at salonperfect.com 2 B Something Shimmering Retail Value: $22.00 Juice Beauty, Phyto-Pigment Cream Eyeshadow Stick, Cove Learn more at juicebeauty.com 3 My eyes are one of my favorite features, and I love to accentuate mine with a gorgeous pair of false lashes for a special occasion, a romantic date night, or just any time I want a little extra kick! Falsies add the perfect amount of drama and heighten just about any eye look. These lush lashes are layered for extra fullness and each lash has a tapered end for an ultra natural look. Plus, they're handcrafted using 100% silk material for a high-gloss finish. Once you try them you ll see why they re one of my favorites! Saz Tip - To clean your lashes, gently pull any excess glue from the band. Then take a Q-tip dipped in non-oil based makeup remover and carefully swab at the band to remove any remaining makeup or glue! When you re done, put the lashes back in their case to dry. You don t have to be a false lash expert to rock a pair of falsies! My foolproof method for applying lashes is to the use tweezers, and allow the glue to dry for a few seconds and become tacky before applying the strip to my lash line. If the band is a little uneven, don t panic! Just even out the line with some liquid liner. Deep Sea Cosmetics, Nourishing Cuticle Oil + Cuticle Pusher Something Sweet Retail Value: $26.95 Learn more at deepseacosmetics.com We put your hands through a lot every day - soothe and protect your delicate nails and cuticles and prevent dryness and cracking with this Deep Sea Nourishing Cuticle Oil and Pusher! This manicure tool is so handy! The conditioning Dead Sea Minerals blend calms and softens the cuticle, while the pusher keeps cuticles neat and maintained for a healthy, polished look. Plus, the oil is paraben and cruelty free! Saz Tip - Apply the oil directly onto the cuticles and bare natural nails, then gently ease back the cuticles from your nail using the cuticle pusher provided on the cap. This cuticle treatment is a great way to prime nails before an at-home manicure, or simply as an extra defense against painful hangnails or cracked cuticles! 4 4 Y all know I love a product that can do double duty - especially as a new mama, I m always looking for makeup products that are onestep, easy to apply, and can be used for all kinds of things! The Phyto-Pigments Cream Shadow Stick from Juice Beauty checks all those boxes for me - plus, like everything in the Juice Beauty line, it s super natural so I feel good about putting this on my skin! Spring is all about soft, feminine makeup looks and this pretty shade of golden pink reminded me of a delicate flower. E Callyssee, Perk Up Your Eyes Masks Saz Tip - Apply this gorgeous color lightly all-over for a sheer effect, or build it up for a more dramatic look! I like to use it to highlight the inner corners of my eyes, along the top of my cheekbones, my brow bone and my cupid s bow for a beautiful glow! This shimmering color is made with plant-derived Phyto-Pigments, which blend seamlessly into the skin while also delivering a dose of moisture and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles! Plus, this product is vegan and 100% cruelty free, and formulated without harmful parabens, petroleum, pesticides, phthalates, artificial dyes or synthetic fragrances! Something Energizing Retail Value: $19.90 Learn more at callyssee.com Wake up, sleepyhead! Some days, no matter how many times you hit the snooze button or how early you settled in for the night, your eyes can look like you just pulled an all-nighter. There s something magical about that first cup of coffee in the morning, and what it can do to uplift your spirit, jumpstart your energy and clear your mind. Turns out there's something even more magical about what coffee can do for your eyes! Just as caffeine wakes up your body, these eye masks with Coffea Arabica wakes up and revitalizes the delicate eye area to erase puffiness, dryness, and dark circles. Saz Tip - For extra cooling, soothing and de-puffing, stash these in the fridge for an hour! The cold temperature constricts blood vessels, which brings down any swelling and inflammation. These masks are formulated with antioxidantpacked green tea extract, which is known to reduce the development of wrinkles and to combat under eye circles.
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5 L 7 What sinside (continued) Garnier, SkinActive Moisture Bomb Sheet Mask Something Moisturizing Retail Value: $4.00 Learn more at garnierusa.com Sheet masks are one of my FAVE Korean beauty imports. There s something so luxurious and soothing about the ritual of relaxing with a face mask - it's the perfect way to sneak in a few moments of me-time. This super moisturizing mask from Garnier takes dull, dry skin to supple, hydrated and glowing in just 15 minutes! Each mask is formulated with hyaluronic acid (and is free from mineral oil and petroleum) for a gorgeous glow. Saz Tip - To use, start with clean skin. Use the cutout eyes, nose and mouth as a guide and gently press the sheet mask on your face with the blue side on top. Peel off the blue film, and adjust and smooth the mask to fit the contours of your face. After 15 minutes, remove the sheet mask and gently massage the remaining essence into your skin. No need to rinse! And be sure to seal in the goodness with a moisturizer! Everyone should sneak in an extra moment for some self care! How are you giving yourself some love? Snap a #SheetMaskSelfie and tag @theblessbox - I can t wait to see! XO. Popchips, Nutterpuffs Something Nutty Retail Value: $2.50 Learn more at popchips.com I ll be honest - there's a chance you can catch me with a late night snack of peanut butter straight out of the jar. Don t judge me! But ya ll, these Popchips are everything I looove about peanut butter plus a light crunch. Not to mention way better for you! And did I tell you that they're only 130 calories per serving, they have NO artificial ingredients, and they're non-gmo, vegan, gluten free, and kosher! Now that's delicious. Saz Tip - I keep these babies on hand to satisfy a sweet or salty craving! Swapping out even one unhealthy snack choice a day can make a HUGE difference on your journey to a healthier you! These PopChips have 5 grams of protein per serving! I find that protein is the key to a satisfying snack, and to staying fuller longer! 7 6 8 B Sol de Janeiro, Brazilian Bod Buff Something Tropical Retail Value: $10.00 Learn more at soldejaneiro.com Just in time for a little warm weather, I m bringing you a piece of Rio with a deluxe sample of this incredible two-in-one exfoliating scrub and body treatment mask. The Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bod Buff polishes with crushed Brazilian quartz crystal and purifies with Amazonian river clay to reveal your softest, most radiant skin ever. Plus, I can t get enough of the yummy Cheirosa 62 signature scent of pistachio and salted caramel! Get ready for super soft, irresistible touch-me-now Brazilian babe skin. Use everywhere for that tropical glow! E Saz Tip - To use as a daily body scrub, gently massage onto wet skin in circular motions to polish and smooth. The tropical volcanic pumice and rice grain provide gentle exfoliation, while the Capuacu butter and coconut oil moisturizes and superberry Acai fights free radicals to keep skin healthy and radiant! To use as a body mask, apply on dry skin and leave on for 5-10 minutes until dry. In the shower, allow the warm water to soften the mask, transforming it into a scrub, then massage in circular motions. Be sure to rinse thoroughly and follow with your favorite moisturizer! Juice Beauty, Green Apple Cleansing Bar Something Cleansing Retail Value: $5.00 Learn more at juicebeauty.com A good bar of natural, replenishing and hydrating soap is something anyone can use. I love this bar from Juice Beauty! It's made with organic cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, and soothing organic aloe, plus a blend of apple and lemon juices. The bright citrus notes leave skin refreshed, cleansed and glowing. This bar is perfect for all skin types, and as always is formulated without parabens, petroleum, sodium lauryl sulfates, pesticides, phthalates, artificial dyes or synthetic fragrances! Saz Tip - Earth Day is April 22nd, and one simple step we can all take towards a greener tomorrow is swapping out overly-processed, chemical-filled and unsustainably-sourced products from our makeup bags and bathroom counters! Making the conscious choice to support green companies like Juice Beauty is important - your skin and the planet will thank you!
9 L Bobbi Brown, Eye-Opening Mascara ES What sinside (continued) Something Stunning Retail Value: $12.50 Learn more at bobbibrowncosmetics.com Bobbi Brown s Eye Opening Mascara is one of their very best sellers, and after trying mine I can see why! This mascara delivers soft, full volume plus a flirty eye-opening curl to give your eyes a bright, wide-awake and super gorgeous look. The jumbo brush fan was specially designed to push lashes up and out, and the rich formula creates a long-lasting curl that holds for up to 8 hours! I m obsazzed with this mascara, and I think it ll become a staple in your makeup bag too! 9 Saz Tip - When I wear false lashes, like the gorgeous Silk Noir lashes I included in this box, I like to use mascara to blend my natural lashes with the false lashes! To do this, I simply apply my falsies and wait for the glue to fully dry. Then, I apply a few coats of my favorite mascara to both sets of lashes using long, upward strokes. Et voila! This mascara washes off easily with warm water at the end of the day, so there's no need to scrub or pull at the delicate skin on your eyelids! S Do you want to be a Bless Babe? Are you an influencer? Are you a blogger or MUA, looking to join an amazing community of #bossbabes? We're launching an amazing program called BLESS BABES and I want YOU to apply! To apply, head over to 8 blessbox.com/bless-babes
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IT FORWARD Part of Blessing It Forward is making sure that our planet is a nice place to live for everyone! If we make sure to take care of the Earth now, we can make it a beautiful and safe space for the next generations. Having lush green trees and grass is something we can really take for granted, so it s important to make sure we re doing what we can to preserve the blessings of nature! 1) 3) Plant a Tree Trees not only look nice, they also help filter out pollutants in the air! Plus, they give off oxygen, so it s a win-win to take a little time and plant a tree! Whether you re planting it in your yard or working with a local group to revitalize a green space, the benefits of clean air and beautiful scenery are totally worth it. Volunteer Want to do more? Look up local environmental groups in your area and put in some volunteer time! Even if it s something as small as working at a plant drive, or helping to clean up a stream, every little thing helps! 2) 4) Join A Community Garden If you don t have the space at your own home to plant a garden, joining a community garden is a great way to test out your green thumb while building community! Look up local community gardens in your neighborhood and see how you can contribute. Recycle This is a super simple way to make sure that you re taking care of the planet! Instead of throwing away plastic, metal, or glass...recycle! Extra waste like this can negatively impact the soil, water, and air around you, so taking the extra time to rinse out and sort your recycling can make a huge impact on the world around you. It really is the little things! 10 14
Compost 5) 6) We create sooo much unnecessary food waste! Instead of just tossing extra scraps from cooking, put them back into the environment and start a little compost station in your home! You can use compost to enrich the soil in your garden and you ll lessen your environmental impact by reducing the amount of trash you re getting rid of each month! Even if you don t have a garden, many waste companies now have a composting option, so while you re not using the compost, you re still making sure it goes back into something useful. Green Your Commute Do you drive to work every day? Now that it s spring, and the weather is getting better, look into ways that you can make your commute more green and efficient! Ride your bike, take a walk, try out public transit, or set up a carpool with your co-workers. You ll get the chance to test out a new routine for the season and lessen your carbon footprint. 7) Re-Use What You Can Instead of getting a new paper cup every time you go to the coffee shop, buy a cute reusable mug! This will reduce your paper waste and prevent landfill build up! I also love a good reusable water bottle -- you ll remember to drink more water throughout the day AND you won t have to use a ton of cups or toss those flimsy bottles away all the time. 8) Go To A Farmers Market Buy local! Farmers Market s are cute and their organic produce is sooo good for you. Plus, supporting local farmers will help the local economy and ecosystem (and there s nothing better than a huge bouquet of fresh flowers). 10) Get Outside Enjoy the outdoors! You ve done all this work to make sure that you re doing what you can for the earth, take a little time to appreciate the world around you. Take a little hike, go on a picnic, or just take a walk through your local park -- what s your favorite way to get outside? Tell me all about it and don't forget to use #blessitforward 11
BINGO Subscribed to Bless Box for 7-12 months! Accessories are essential Fave color: PINK I never feel ashamed of a good selfie I keep an emergency snack in my purse I've mastered the cat-eye My girls are my heart! Skincare is a MUST-HAVE ritual Rosé all day I've done something to #blessitforward I love a great statement piece I always carry at least two shades of lipstick Free Space Sweetie Hendrix is my dream pup Subscribed to Bless Box for 3-6 months! I've watched (and tried) at least one You- Tube makeup tutorial Dry shampoo is my lifesaver Lipsynch Snapchats are my JAM Diamonds are a girl's best friend I cry at the movies I love a good heel (but flats are my go-to) Chocolate is a necessary treat Brand new subscriber (1-2 months)! I LOVE dressing up! Great eyebrows are important to me I want to get to know you better! Fill this out and post on your stories & feed with #readysetbless 12
#readysetbless @blogbyjoa @mylnn280 @missmargaritaysabel @styledbyjessicarae @oliviaoninsta @lupusgirlsocialmedia I love seeing all of your cute photos! Here are some of my favorites that ya ll snapped of our past boxes. <3 XOXO, 13
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