Allure Beauty Box is one of my favorite subscription services. A little background:
"Allure editors uncover the most noteworthy beauty products on the market, from hair and makeup to skin care, fragrance, and more. Then, they personally try and review each product, hand-selecting the ones they love — and know you'll love, too. And finally, here comes the fun: a glossy red box is delivered directly to your doorstep filled with the expert-approved products that are sure to become your new favorites."
- Five to seven deluxe-size beauty samples—so you can use each one more than once
- Curated mix of skin, hair, and makeup products, as well as fragrance
- Allure mini-mag, packed with in-depth beauty sample product reviews written by Allure editors
The mini-mag was quite different this month. It's still very professional and there is so much information on the products! It continues to be the best, most descriptive tool that I've seen in any box.
Each page has a "What It Is," "How It Looks/Feels," "Why We Like It" and the retail price of the full-sized item. Some products have a "What It Does," as well as a "Key Ingredients" list. A lot of people have allergies or find certain ingredients affect their skin in negative ways, so I think this bonus information is great.
This particular issue may be a one-and-done as far as the changes I spoke of. There are several pages of "ads" for Nordstrom and the brands they carry. I actually really like it, but I also like the ads in fashion magazines, sometimes more than the articles and photo shoots... HA! But no, it had info on Estee Lauder gifts with purchase, a GlamGlow mud mask set deal, a calendar of sales, fantastic discounts on Clinique skin care, a luxurious La Mer set worth $436 on sale for only $300 ($136 savings!), a Smashbox makeup set deal, and a special Bobbi Brown foundation exclusive for Allure Beauty Box members. All of which is relative to this month's box because an item from each brand (excluding Bobbi Brown) is IN THE BOX!
Each page has a "What It Is," "How It Looks/Feels," "Why We Like It" and the retail price of the full-sized item. Some products have a "What It Does," as well as a "Key Ingredients" list. A lot of people have allergies or find certain ingredients affect their skin in negative ways, so I think this bonus information is great.
This particular issue may be a one-and-done as far as the changes I spoke of. There are several pages of "ads" for Nordstrom and the brands they carry. I actually really like it, but I also like the ads in fashion magazines, sometimes more than the articles and photo shoots... HA! But no, it had info on Estee Lauder gifts with purchase, a GlamGlow mud mask set deal, a calendar of sales, fantastic discounts on Clinique skin care, a luxurious La Mer set worth $436 on sale for only $300 ($136 savings!), a Smashbox makeup set deal, and a special Bobbi Brown foundation exclusive for Allure Beauty Box members. All of which is relative to this month's box because an item from each brand (excluding Bobbi Brown) is IN THE BOX!Here's what I received:
LA MER The Moisturizing Soft Cream (0.11oz, $18.70) - A facial moisturizer that deeply hydrates skin. Key ingredients include sea kelp, eucalyptus, alfalfa, vitamins C, E and B12 (moisturizes), and lime tea extract (antioxidant). The smooth white cream has a subtle powdery scent.ESTEE LAUDER Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II (0.24oz, $14.88) - A moisturizing anti-aging serum that reduces the appearance of wrinkles, hydrates, and brightens. Key ingredients are hyaluronic acid (moisturizes), algae and yeast extracts (boosts cell activity), and alkyl guanine transferase (brightens). This peach liquid is lightweight but not runny and sinks into the skin quickly without feeling oily.
I had never heard of La Mer, and apparently I am the only person EVER who hadn't. I'm not using this small sample that is so coveted because seems that other people want it a lot more than me. I am also not using the night repair serum because honestly I just prefer my organic k-beauty skin treatments.
GLAMGLOW SuperMud Clearing Treatment (0.3oz, ~$14.79) - An acne-fighting facial mask for oily and combination skin that deeply cleanses pores by drawing out sebum, while clearing and preventing breakouts. Key ingredients are kaolin and charcoal (absorbs sebum), mandelic acid, glycolic acid and lactic acid (exfoliates), and salicylic acid (unclogs pores). It has a refreshing eucalyptus scent and clears your nose like Vicks. The dark charcoal treatment feels almost fluid-like out of the jar, but tightens as it dries and leaves a cool, fresh sensation.I'm passing on this because I have a ton of sheet masks and k-beauty masks. Also, I don't have any, nor get... blemishes. DON'T HATE!
SMASHBOX Photo Finish Foundation Primer (0.25oz, $9.00) - A primer for foundation and concealer that doesn't clog your pores. The thin, clear gel is weightless on skin and has a slightly matte finish.
If you're still mad at me for not having breakouts, you'll be happy to know that my teeth are not white enough to get away with this pink lip balm. There... feel better??? To top it off, I don't use foundation and have no need for primer, so that officially means I will not be using anything from this box.
I calculate this July 2016 box to have a value of $74.37. Even though nothing is for me, this is still a great value for a box that only costs $15. Unlike prior months, there is very little diversity in products. All of that being said, these products are HIGH-END.
This will be my last Allure Beauty Box for the time being. There are just so many to try. Allure Beauty Box is maybe my favorite because of the value to cost ratio and the quality of the items included. I'll be back, Allure!
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