David Jones Deluxe Sampler Tote 2014 - Type A

David Jones online have some great GWP at the moment you can find them all here.  I went back and purchased a few items that I am in the process of testing for future reviews and I thought I would purchase another Sampler Tote in the hopes I would pick up The Balm Hot Mama blush sample, my lovely friend Loz did receive the blush and she blogged about it here.  Unfortunately that wasn't one of the samples I received but I did receive the following.  I think there are two totes available, Type A & B but online you don't get to choose which one you receive so it's a bit of pot luck.

NATIO Skin Nutrition Body Creme 150g full-size - love NATIO products and happy to see this in the bag.

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KIEHL'S Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream 7ml sample - This was also available in the Type B bag.

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PHILOSOPHY Hope in a Jar Night Cream 7ml sample - I have heard great things about Philosophy so look forward to trying this cream.

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BATISTE Dry Shampoo - Original - 50ml travel size - not so happy to see this, I have a way too many and always end up throwing them out because I don't use them.

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OPI Nail Lacquer 3.75ml sample - Don't Burst My Bubble - this is a sample from the OZ range - this shade is sheer pink.

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LDN Skins Self Tan Lotion 60ml - I don't use tanning products but I would be interested to hear from anyone who has used this brand and what their thoughts are.

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SCOTTISH FINE SOAPS - Au Lait Body Milk 50ml travel size - I received this in the Type B bag and I love it, have been using it all week, smells gorgeous and a little goes a long way.

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GREEN PEOPLE Moisturising Shower Gel 30ml - I have never heard of Green People so look forward to trying this gel.

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DR. BRONNER'S Magic Soap 34g travel size - All-One Hemp Lavender Pure Castile Soap - smells lovely.

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IN ESSENCE Aromatic Oil Blend 9ml - Tahitian Escape - contains Jasmine, Patchouli and Orange.  Smells like tropical heaven.  I keep an electric burner on at all times and my house right now is smelling  like a Tahitian holiday.

KOSMEA Rose Hip Oil 3ml sample - received this in the Type B bag but I love it, definitely one of my favourite oils.

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DAVID JONES BEAUTY  Milk & Honey Body Wash 60ml - Both the following were in the Type B bag too.

DAVID JONES BEAUTY Milk & Honey Cream 60ml - I really like the David Jones Beauty range and if you haven't tried their products they really are worth a go.

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I was quite happy with this selection, 7 of the 13 products were completely different to the type B bag so I think it is worth picking up both.  I liked Type B marginally better, you can read that review here. But...... compared to the money I spend on beauty boxes where I receive maybe 5 tiny samples this is good value for $19.95.

Comes with this gorgeous black patent DJ's bag, I find these bags are good quality and very useful.

These sampler totes are available online or instore.

JAC x0x

David Jones Deluxe Sampler Tote - February 2014 - Type B

I have been waiting waiting for January's Lust Have It box to arrive so I could blog about it but it still hasn't arrived sigh............

So instead I thought I would share with you what I received in my David Jones Deluxe Sampler Bag that did arrive today and I only ordered it yesterday!!  So I don't know why it takes Lust Have It so long to deliver their boxes.

For $19.95 I received the following samples valued at over $109.

Natio Spa Recovery Hand Scrub 90g full-size - big fan of Natio products, watch this space I will be reviewing some new Natio products soon.

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Kiehl's Powerful Wrinkle & Pore Reducing Cream 7ml sample - I may be one of the few bloggers who has never tried Kiehl's so I look forward to giving this a go.

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Laura Mercier Foundation Primer 14.7ml sample - I was actually contemplating purchasing this product so it's nice to test a sample first, I will let you know if I like it or not.

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Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum  7.5ml sample - apply 4-6 drops onto clean skin to help reduce fine lines, renew resilience and increase luminosity by morning.

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Aveda Invati Shampoo and Conditioner 10ml samples - these samples are for thinning hair, my hair is very thick and long so I don't think these will be any good for me.

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OPI Nail Lacquer sample - Glints of Gilda - very sheer nude shade.

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The Balm Staniac sample - not so thrilled to receive this over the Hot Mama Blush that was listed and the main reason I purchased this tote, I'm not really into stains, I find them too drying.  My gorgeous friend Loz did receive the blush in her tote bag and you can view her review here.

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Live Clean Fresh Face Soothing Daily Moisturiser 30ml - I have been on the look out for a good day cream and look forward to trialling this one, I will let you know.  98% plant derived, Orchid, Lavender and Chamomile extracts.

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Kosmea Rosehip oil 3ml sample - Kosmea would have to be one of my favourite brands and I love their products. 

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Weleda Skin Food 10ml - this cream is recommended for very dry rough skin, great for elbows and rough heels.  Contains no baddies and is suitable for sensitive skin.  Very hydrating and one of my favourite creams.

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Scottish Fine Soaps Au Lait Body Milk 50ml travel-size - lovely fresh floral scent.

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David Jones Beauty Milk & Honey Body Wash 60ml - smells yummy just like you would expect honey & milk to smell.

David Jones Beauty Milk & Honey Cream 60ml - I quite like the David Jones range of beauty products, have you tried any?  Which are your favourites?  I really like their Radiant Face Moisturiser.

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Gorgeous David Jones Black Tote

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Also included was an empty free foundation sample pot from Laura Mercier which you can take into DJ's and get filled and a Complimentary Card for a Dermalogica microZone treatment at DJ's.

There are some great samples this season and I am looking forward to trying them all, certainly great value for $19.95.

Available online or instore.  You can find my review for the Type A tote here.

What do you think of all these samples for $19.95?

JAC x0x

David Jones Deluxe Sampler Tote

Today I was so excited to receive my order from David Jones.  Now most of you will probably say DJ's so?  Well I live 150kms away from my nearest DJ store and growing up DJs was THE place to go for all those LUXE items I so coveted in my younger years before the advent of internet shopping.

For $19.95 you get this gorgeous PVC tote filled with beauty essentials this is available to purchase online and if you purchase an extra $30 worth of items shipping is free.  Find out more about this tote here.

This is what I received in my tote.

Everything was attached to the Tote in this reusable PVC cosmetics bag.

David Jones Beauty Radiant Moisture Day Cream 30ml
David Jones Beauty Refreshing Facial Cleanser 30ml
OPI Nail Lacquer mini 3.75ml - Just Spotted the Lizard
Giorgio Armani Perfume sample 1.5ml - Armani Code Luna
Scottish Fine Soaps Boheme Demalant Hair Conditioner 40ml
Elixa Skincare product Daily Skin Smoothing Lotion 10ml
Lanolips Golden Ointment pot 12.5g
Grown Hydrating Face Cream Camellia and Geranium 12ml
Revlon Lip Gloss 5.9ml - Strawberry
David Jones Cream Foundation 30ml - Fair

I think that this is amazing value for $19.95 and is still available if you would like to order one.   If you order over $50 worth of items you receive free shipping.

I was really happy with everything I received.  The foundation alone is RRP $22.95 and the whole sampler tote is valued over $93.

I just wanted to quickly get this up for any of you that are interested in purchasing this tote before they sell out and I will blog more in detail as I try things.