Aside from avidly writing about they're views on animal testing as part of an Ethics module in University (an assignment that my lecturer still recalled me writing in third year), The Body Shop is a brand that I have paid little attention to since freshers year. But with the welcome arrival of a 3 Step Chocolate Box Eye Kit, in particular the Chocolate Box Shimmer Cube Palette, its safe to say that my love affair with the brand has well and truly been rekindled.
As a teen I remember The Body Shop being 'the place' to go for makeup, and the beautiful shimmer cubes, more specifically the vibrant lilac palette (oh Sophie) were always the object of my affections. So I am thrilled to finally have this palette in my possession. First things first, lets talk packaging. The shadows are individually contained (each with a lid) within practical, sturdy, acrylic cubes, making it an ideal palette for travelling. To top it off, unlike most shadows, the cubes are seriously deep, meaning that they will last a lifetime.
The shadows themselves are beautiful. This particular palette contains four complimentary shades, Honeycomb (a beautiful shimmery gold), Dark Chocolate (a deep shimmery brown), Marshmallow (a subtle pinky nude) and Choco Chip (a subtle shimmery taupe). Seriously pigmented and long lasting all four shades are ideal for both night & day time looks.
I received the Chocolate Box Shimmer Cube as part of a Limited Edition Christmas Kit, however I am happy to say that the palette can be purchased separately from The Body Shop for £16.
As a teen I remember The Body Shop being 'the place' to go for makeup, and the beautiful shimmer cubes, more specifically the vibrant lilac palette (oh Sophie) were always the object of my affections. So I am thrilled to finally have this palette in my possession. First things first, lets talk packaging. The shadows are individually contained (each with a lid) within practical, sturdy, acrylic cubes, making it an ideal palette for travelling. To top it off, unlike most shadows, the cubes are seriously deep, meaning that they will last a lifetime.
The shadows themselves are beautiful. This particular palette contains four complimentary shades, Honeycomb (a beautiful shimmery gold), Dark Chocolate (a deep shimmery brown), Marshmallow (a subtle pinky nude) and Choco Chip (a subtle shimmery taupe). Seriously pigmented and long lasting all four shades are ideal for both night & day time looks.
I received the Chocolate Box Shimmer Cube as part of a Limited Edition Christmas Kit, however I am happy to say that the palette can be purchased separately from The Body Shop for £16.
Have you tried any of The Body Shop Shimmer Cubes?
These sound really lovely and the shades are just stunning! Great Review
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aww thank you!! they're beautiful aren't they :) xx
DeleteThese sound amaZing - been a long time since I last bought body shop makeup! Love the sturdy and simple design.
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Katy xx
they really are!! its the first time iv'e tried one of they're products in a very long time xx
DeleteI've been intrigued by the shimmer bricks for quite a while now but never found a quad where I loved all the colors - it has changed x
ReplyDeleteDaphne | subgenre of a dream | bloglovin | youtube
haha, its the perfect range of colours :) xx
DeleteThese look so pretty! I wanna give them a go!
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Thumbelina Lillie | UK Beauty Blog
you definitely should, they're beautiful xx
DeleteI keep eyeing these up everytime I'm in The Body Shop but think you may have convinced me now x
ReplyDeleteLauren // What Lauren Says
hehe, you should definitely pick a palette up ;) xx
DeleteThis looks gorgeous haven't tried Body Shop in ages x
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it really is!! This palette has definitely rekindled my love for The Body Shop :) xx
DeleteI haven't tried the shimmer cubes yet, but want to. This one looks beautiful! I can imagine it creates some fantastic smokey looks! xo
ReplyDeleteHannah | Glitter and Sparkle
oh you really should!! I cant wait to use this for a night out!! :) xx
DeleteI've never seen or heard anything about the product, it looks so different and I love how they're individual cubes! They're beautiful colours and I'll definitely be popping into The Body Shop the next time I go shopping to take a peek at them!
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danielascribbles.blogspot.co.uk
there definitely worth a swatch ;) .. aww thank you, im glad you like it!! I will definitely check yours out :) xx
DeleteGorgeous shades, I had a body shop shimmer cube years ago x
ReplyDeleteHeather | Of Beauty & Nothingness
they're beautiful aren't they :) xx
DeleteI'd completely forgotten that I have this! Reading your review made me want to wear it all over again! I'm going to have to dig it out.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your link in Wednesdays chat! I'm only just getting a chance to look through them now!
Jenn | PhotoJennic
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oh you definitely should!! thank you for taking the time to check it out :) xx
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