Vitality VoxBox.

I'm back with another voxbox courtesy of Influenster.

This was the Vitality VoxBox, containing all things vital in life. And this is what it looked like when I first opened the box.

Starting in the left hand upper corner, the box included Bikini Ready which are gummies that give you energy. So basically a bottle of the 5-hour energy in a tasty little gummy, for those days when you don't have the energy to go work out, it's a little boost. Next to that is Softlips Cube, which was one of my favorites in the box and I'll talk more in depth about that below. Another two of my favorites the Pure Leaf Iced Tea in the flavor Sweet Tea and the First Degree Burn Cream. Also in the box was Elizabeth Arden Flawless Future Serum (I can't help but think of Beyonce's Song anytime I see this), which is a perfect product for all those people that are worried about how their skin is gonna age in the future and Playtex Sport Fresh Balance, great for anybody whether you play sports or not and if your a bit paranoid about people knowing or somehow finding out (you ladies know what I mean.)

Out of everything in the box the SoftLips Cube was definetly my favorite. I received the Vanilla Bean one and I loved the scent. It had the prefect vanilla scent it wasn't too strong to the point of being overpowering but strong enough for me to still smell the scent on my lips. A lot of people are gonna compare it to EOS balms because of the shape but in my opinion the cube is so much better at keeping my lips mosturized for a longer period of time. But I'm not getting rid of my Babylips anytime soon, I'll just keep buying both to change up the scents.

A more so weird favorite of mine from this vox box is the First Degree Burn Cream. Let me just put it out there that I am very clumsy and I've burned myself at least 3 times in the past couple months. And for some reason my clumsiness is heightened while I am away at school so this was perfect. It came in handy a little while ago, my friend had burned herself and she said that a little while after she put the cream on she felt relief and we didn't see a scar later on so I would call this a successful product.

The next product I've seen around a lot, especially on my campus but if it wasn't for the vox box I honestly wouldn't have tried it. The Pure Leaf Iced Tea was sooo good. I'm actually really picky with iced tea's because its usually either too sweet or not sweet enough so I would usually just make it myself. But this brand was spot on. It wasn't too sweet which I was nervous about considering it was the Sweet Tea Flavor.

I really love getting these vox box's they allow me to try things that I normally wouldn't have and then in return I get to share what things are worth trying out for yourselves. 

* I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes*

But I'm back at school now, and I've settled in and I'm making more free time for myself so I'll be able to upload more often now.

Until Next Time,

-JustANewYorkGirl

Victoria Secret Vox Box.

Before I get asked.....

Which mean I'm NOT getting paid for this and it my truthful and honest opinion.

So about 2 weeks ago, I received a little package. It was a sports bra from Victoria's Secret for me to try out and review. Once I opened the box I was actually shocked at the way it was packaged. I don't know why but I wasn't expecting for it to have been presented that way.

When I opened the box there was the sports bra, a water bottle, a coupon and a postcard that had all the other bras that are in the line.

When I tried on the bra, I struggled to get it on as a usually do with sports bras that don't have a hook but once I did get it on I didn't want to take it off, not because of the little struggle but because it was so comfortable. Another thing that I really like about this line are the options. If your like me and aren't a fan of the sport bras that don't have a hook, they have ones that zip in the front.

Honestly I can see this line doing really well, not only are the bras comfortable, colorful with variety, a lot of people are in a workout craze trying to get fit and in shape. 

I plan on going to Victoria's Secret soon to pick up another one because let's face it, as a women you can never have too many bras.

What brand of sports bras do you use ? Do you plan on trying out Victoria's Secret sports bras ?

In your mind what makes the perfect sports bra ?

-JustANewYorkGirl

Album of the Week.

I mean you all should have seen this coming.

I've listened to the album whole a couple times and this is what I've gotten from it so far.

One - I think this song was a great first track for the album. I feel like it's very similar to the way the first album sounded and in a way it's a bridge bringing the two together.

I'm A Mess - Is it just me or does have a band sound to it ? Listening to this one my mind immediately thought Paramore, (old Paramore) like he took one of their songs did it acoustically and killed it, in a good way !

Sing - The song also known as his new identifier. When this sing first came out I was very glad that he decided to experiment with a different sound, but like all singles I also thought I would get sick of it. Surprising I'm still enjoying it like I just heard it for the first time.

Don't - At first I was really nervous because I fell in love with the live version of this song, then I heard a clip of it from the Beats commercial and didn't know if I was gonna like the studio version as much but when I did get to listen to it whole it lived up to what I expected. Also if you listen carefully it has a bit of his older sound in it, the "before + days" so he's staying true to himself.

Nina - I personally don't really know what to say for this song. I don't know how I feel about it yet. Its probably one of those that I either have to let grow on me or that I just won't really have an option on it. I do like the last 1/3 of the song, I'm a sucker for stacking, to me it adds layers to the song.

Photograph - Another one of the songs that remind me of the older album but blends in well with the newer sound.

Bloodstream - This is one of the darker ones on the album and it's the one that I have gravitated to. It's dark but has beauty to it.

Tenerife Sea - Another song that I fell in love with the live version and the studio version lives up to it. It's beautiful and I can see some people wanting it to be their wedding song.

Runaway - Reminds me of old school Justin Timberlake and after hearing this song I want Pharrell and Ed to do a whole EP or album together. I could see this song being a single, if the lyrics were more "cheerier". It's a beat that's very radio friendly.

The Man - This is another one that I don't really know how I feel about yet. I'm just glad to see that he's rapping on his album, especially knowing that Hip Hop is his first love, music wise.

Thinking Out Loud - This is another beautiful one that could possibly be somebody's wedding song. You can feel all the soul and emotion in this one especially around 2:55 of the track.

Afire Love - This damn song pulled on all my heart strings, I may or may not have cried a little. Reading up on the process of how he came to write the song just made it even worst (if you like it, look it up). Personally I think it's one that everybody can connect to, I know I did. It's just beautifully written and beautifully made.

Deluxe Version :

Take It Back - I love how this song sounds like it's just a recording of a live performance. And I love that theirs another song of him rapping on the album. And you can't deny it, he has a nice flow.

Shirtsleeves - Very reminiscent of the material that was on his 'Songs I Wrote With Amy' EP.

Even My Dad Does Sometimes - A song that would have been suited to end the album, in my option. One of the slower and darker songs, lyrically speaking.

I See Fire - I have never seen the Lord of the Rings whole and I honestly don't plan to anytime soon but from what I've seen and heard this song fits the movie perfectly and I'm happy that he added it as a bonus track on the album.

Physically Deluxe Version :

All of the Stars - I wish this was in the digital version but I guess it's an incentive for people to actually buy the physical copy. This movie I actually did see and the song fit perfectly with it. It was this song that almost made me lose it in the movie theater.

My standout tracks are I'm A Mess, Bloodstream, Runaway, Afire Love, and Take It Back, but as I keep listening I'm sure it will change up. 

Overall I give this album a 4/5.

I'm enjoying the new sound and I love that his experimenting with the sound.

Majority of the songs are a lot darker compared to the last album, but overall it's a great album to listen to whenever, where ever.

Have you listened to the album yet ? What do you think ?

What's your favorite song(s) of this album ?

What other albums are a must listen to this week ?

- JustANewYorkGirl

Review: Rimmel London ScandalEyes Mascara.

*Disclaimer: I was not contacted by any company to give a review on this product so these my honest thoughts and review.*

Recently, I ordered a free sample of mascara from a relatively new site called PinchMe.com, and if you haven't heard of it and you wouldn't mind trying something out before you commit to buying it, then I definitely recommend you checking out this site.

The sample that I decided I wanted to try was Rimmel London's ScandalEyes mascara. This is one of those brands that I've actually seen a lot of commericals for and have seen products in the drugstores but for so reason I've never tried out any of their products, but after trying out their mascara I think I might just start trying out more of their products.

I actually really like this mascara a lot.

And because the mascara arrived without any packaging just the tube I don't know exactly what it's "claims' are besides from what is on the side of the tube.

When I first applied it, I only applied it to one eye so that I would be able to compare the difference.
But right of the bat I was able to notice things that I liked.

The first thing that I was able to notice how smoothly it was able to coat each lash, usually I have to use to the brush to tug on my lashes a bit so that they all get evenly coated.

Another thing that I really like is that the formula isn't as clumpy as other mascara's I have tried.

Yes, the label so say "No Clumps !" but let's face it there's so many mascaras that claim they don't clump but even those clump just a little.

Something else that I like about this mascara is that my lashes still look really natural. It doesn't look fake or like I put mascara on at all. Which is nice for when you want to go for a more natural look or if you have to run out really quick but want just something on your face.

I also love that this mascara leaves your eye lashes touchable. It wasn't something I particularly look for it mascaras but it's nice to be able to touch my eyelashes without them feeling "crunchy". And because you don't get that "crunchy" feel after putting on a coat of mascara, you can put on more than one coat without getting that weighed down feeling on your eyelashes.

The only thing I didn't like too much about the mascara is the brush. I just wish that the tip of the brush was just a little bit small to make it easier to coat the lashes in the inner and outer corner or the eyelid.

Other than that I really like this mascara, the formula's really good. 

When I reach for mascara I think I'm gonna start reaching for this one a bit more over the other ones that I have currently been using, and I definitely think that before this tube runs out I will be purchasing a new one.

If you have tried any Rimmel London mascara's or any other brand of mascara, which one is your favorite ? 

-JustANewYorkGirl

Review : Organix Thick & Full Biotin & Collagen Line.

For while I've been researching ways to help my hair become healthy so it can grow.

And with every search I have somehow always found my way back to Biotin, which is a vitamin to help with hair growth as well as other things.

And for awhile I thought about adding the vitamin to my every day intake, but I knew that me taking a pill everyday was something that I wouldn't be able to do, especially since I've forget to take vitamins on a daily basis.

So I looked into it more and I found this line of hair products from Organix.

I decided to look it up on YouTube to see whether it actually worked or not.

But this is one of those products that affects each person differently. For some, they say it made them breakout really bad, some say it help their hair grow like crazy, and others say that it didn't do much.

To me it all depends on the person, but I really like these products.

So about 2-3 months ago, I decided to order them. But before I did, I didn't realize that the shampoo and conditioner are sulfate free.

I have a tendency to stay away from sulfate free shampoo only because I feel that when I don't get a good lathering when I wash my hair that it's not 100% clean. But the shampoo lathers up really well to me. Although I do occasionally switch off between this line of shampoo and conditioner and my Aussie Moist line of shampoo and conditioner.

One week I use the Biotin and Collagen shampoo and the Aussie 3-minute Miracle Conditioner, and then the next week I will use the Aussie Moist shampoo with the Biotin and Collagen conditioner. If you want to see my review on the Aussie Moist line you can check it out here.

Besides from the shampoo and conditioner this line also contains 2 products to use after wash, a amplifying lotion and a root boosting spray. I like using the amplifying lotion right after I get out of the shower and towel dry my hair a little, and then use the root boosting spray after I blow dry and flat iron my hair, on my roots.

I feel that when I do use all these products together my hair feels soft and that it contains a whole lot more volume.

But another thing that I have realized is that since I've started using it my hair has grown a lot faster and it appears to be a lot thicker. I usually get my hair professional done every 3 months but at 2 months since I've been, I feel like it time for me to go back to get my hair done.

After 2 months or so of using these products, I found that I really do like them.

It's something that I would definitely recommend trying out if you want to try it out the samples or travel sizes before you get the full size to see whether or not you'll break out. But I do think that if you want to help your hair grow without having to ingest something every day this might be the product for you.

And if you have tried it out or plan on trying it out let me know how it works for you.

Until Next Time,

JustANewYorkGirl

Review: Benefit They're Real.

Recently I received a mini version of the Benefit They're Real mascara from Sephora, when you get a birthday gift from them for being a Beauty Insider member, and I just love it. It may just be my new favorite mascara, and I've gone through a good amount of mascaras in the past year. From Mary Kay's Ultimate mascara (which was a favorite of mine for awhile), to the Colossal Volum' Express and Lash Stiletto by Maybelline, to Revlon's Grow Luscious and a couple others in between. This is one of those products that when you try it you realize why it's been hyped up as much as it has. I love the mascara brush and the formula of the mascara. The brush is small and has bristles at the bottom, which to me makes it a lot easier to get each lash, even the bottom lashes, without having to add a bunch of different coats and the formula isn't clumpy.

I've never been one to glue on eyelashes, it's just not me, so for this mascara to make my eyelashes look a lot thicker, fuller and longer without have to do that is amazing to me. I haven't had a lot of use out of it yet but i feel that this is going to be one of my holy grail products. After this mini one runs out I will definitely be purchasing the full size.

A product that I definitely recommend trying out for yourself.

-JustANewYorkGirl

Review : Olay Foaming Face Wash.

For awhile now I've been looking for a face wash that wouldn't just work for a couple days then a week later make my face breakout, which was what was happening in the past. The last face washes that I tried were the L'Oreal Go 360 Clean face wash 

And the Olay Fresh Effects Va-va-vivid.

Now the L'Oreal face wash I absolutely hated. For me it just made me breakout and before using this product I rarely ever broke out. Then if I stopped using it for a couple days I would breakout even more. It got to the point where I just couldn't take it anymore and decided to go look for something new. Now don't get me wrong this product could be amazing for you and have nothing but good results on your face but this is just what it did to me. So I decided to try the Olay Fresh Effects and I really liked it a lot ! The only problem for me was that the brush that came in the kit, when it got dirty it was hard to clean out and they don't sell the brushes on it's own (at least I haven't found them yet). But this is a product that i would recommend because it was gently enough on my face to not make me break out but powerful enough to get the dirt and oil off of my skin and leave it feeling really smooth, but because of the whole brush situation I wanted to find something new and simple. And that led me to this.... 

Olay Foaming Face Wash.

So far I've been using this product for a little over a week and honestly I already see and feel a difference. My skin is a lot smoother and it's clearing up, so whatever trace of break out I previously had from the L'Oreal face wash is now gone. It reminds me of the Olay Fresh Effects but works well without the face brush. And because it is for sensitive skin I feel better knowing that my face isn't just gonna break out after using it for awhile.

So far from the products that I have tried from Olay, past and present, I really like their products.

But if you end up trying any of these products or any other products that you think I should try, just let me know in the comments.

-JustANewYorkGirl