Cut :: Laqa & Co Lip Lube

I'm cutting this product from my lip collection. I've tried it numerous times, and it's just not working for me.

The primary reason is the color. I don't think this bright peach color suits my olive-based skin tone, and it's a little too intense for my style.

The secondary reason is the texture. It feels a little too much like lip balm, which is great for moisturization, but not so great when it doesn't seem to set evenly.

Although I love the packaging, including the twist up bottom and the minty scent & flavor, this product just doesn't suit my current lifestyle. I have a feeling my little sister will love it, though.

Empty :: Beauty Protector Protect & Detangle Leave in Conditioner

I am very disappointed that I've used all of this up, now that this unseasonal humidity has settled into my tresses.

Scent: I can't describe the scent of this spray, but I can say that I can't get enough of it. It is pretty strong, so beware when mixing with other fragrances.

Texture: This spray conditions and detangles, but it is also light enough for everyday use. A small amount of product is enough to detangle all of my hair post-shower, so I only use two or three pumps.

Packaging: I like the soft plastic of the bottle. I don't feel like it is going to crack if I accidentally drop it or it gets thrown around in my luggage during travel. I do recall that the pump was very hard to get started in the beginning, though.

Comments: I have a couple other similar product samples hanging around to try first, but overall I really liked this product and I will likely be purchasing the full-size. I am looking forward to trying the Beauty Protector shampoo and conditioner.

Empty :: BeeKind Body Lotion

I've been taking this lotion from BeeKind with me while traveling in lieu of any regular size body lotions.

Scent: Honey and chamomile, which combines into a very fresh and clean scent that isn't overpowering or harsh.

Texture: This is definitely a "lotion" versus a "cream". It is very thin and runny, and soaks into the skin quite rapidly.

Packaging: I absolutely love that this brand supports honey bee and sustainable pollination research. Every time I use this product, I think of fuzzy little honeybees and how sad it would be to live in a future without them.

Comments: I'm more of a "cream" person myself, but I did love the scent and mission of BeeKind. If I could continue to purchase this product in a 30mL tube, it would become a staple in my travel bag.

Empty :: Whish Shaving Cream

I have finally squeezed as much of this product from Whish as I can out of its tube.

Scent: Acai grapefruit, but smells a little soapy and acidic.

Texture: A "thick whip", and little goes a long way! I like the cream over a gel or foam, now that I've tried it.

Packaging: I don't like the tube, and that's just a personal preference. I feel like I miss out on some of the product left inside.

Comments: I was rather unimpressed with this shaving cream. I didn't notice a difference in the softness or smoothness of my skin post-shave like I did with the exfoliating scrub from Whish. That being said, I don't think I will be purchasing the full size product.

The saddest post you ever did see.

I wasn't able to catch up on my Instagram feed yesterday, so I did a lot of double-tapping this morning while I was making a feeble attempt to wake myself up. I followed a link from a post by Birchbox, hoping that their Fekkai giveaway wasn't closed yet…

This is what happens when I can't stay on top of my social media feeds!

Giveaway Alert :: Birchbox & The Honest Company

Birchbox posted giveaway details on their Instagram account (@birchbox) today, linking up with The Honest Company (@honest) to provide one seriously lucky follower with some seriously nourishing skincare products. The harsh, dry winter weather has been wrecking havoc on my skin, and the products in this goody-box sure do look like sweet salvation from cracked hands and lips.

To enter, follow @honest on Instagram, regram the picture and make sure to tag @honest and #birchbox in your caption. They will pick a winner tomorrow (1/29) at 5 p.m ET. Find all the rules at birchbox.com/rules.