Allure Beauty Box is a monthly beauty subscription from Allure Magazine. Each month they send out a mix of deluxe and full-size samples from mostly high-end brands.
This month they've changed the packaging. While I love those bright lacquered red boxes, this reusable vinyl bag is very practical for travel.
It snaps closed, and it's pretty roomy, too!
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The Subscription Box: Allure Beauty Box
The Cost: $15 a month
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The Products: Deluxe and full-size beauty and makeup samples.
Ships to: the US
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Each box comes with a booklet detailing the items included and why the Allure Beauty Editors selected them.
Now, on to the items!
Sunday Riley C.E.O. Glow Vitamin C + Turmeric Face Oil – 15 ml Retail Value $40
Sunday Riley is definitely the star of the show this month! For January, they are including 2 products that are launching first in Allure Beauty Box before they are even available for sale!
(This serum is listed as full size, and I received the retail info from Allure. FYI - Sunday Riley typically sells their oils in two sizes: 15 + 30 ml.)
I have yet to meet a Sunday Riley oil I didn't love, and this is another winner for me so far! The formula is designed to brighten and hydrate your skin, and I can confirm a very dewy complexion after applying. My skin has been extra dry lately, so I've been using this and letting it absorb before applying makeup, and I'm very happy with the results.
Sunday Riley A+ High Dose Retinoid Serum - 8 ml Value Approximately $22.67
This serum has a 6.5% Retinoid blend and is designed to help reduce the appearance of dark spots, improve skin texture, even skin tone, reduce breakouts, and fight the signs of aging. Since retinol can be drying for skin, Allure recommends starting out only using this once or twice a week and layering it under the oil for extra hydration.
(I've been using this for a few days now, and while I can't say I've noticed any differences in my skin yet, I am happy to report no irritation.)
Ouai Hair and Body Scrub – 30 ml Value $4.32
This is the first time I've seen this new Ouai scrub in a subscription box, and I'm thrilled! (Their standard haircare samples are somewhat common, but this is a new product release I've had my eye on!) And this scrub is multi-use, it works for your body or as a nice detox for your scalp to help remove excess product buildup.
This scrub works into a bit of a lather, and it doesn't leave your skin feeling greasy (which is good since it doubles as a hair scrub.) I love that the classic OUAI scent lingers, too. (If you're a fan of OUAI scents, I'm certain you will love this product, too.)
Mally Eyeshadow Stick in Burnished Bronze – Full Size! Retail Value $25
Back in the day (a few years ago in the subscription box world), Mally seemed to be everywhere in boxes and was a little overplayed. But I haven't seen this brand in a while, so getting an eyeshadow stick from them was a nice bit of nostalgia! And this eyeshadow stick is probably my favorite item they make. If you find eyeshadow intimidating and don't know where to start, this stick is perfect. It's super easy to apply (just apply it directly to your lid, no need for a brush), then blend it out a bit with your finger.
This Burnished Bronze shade is gorgeous, highly pigmented, and so shimmery. And the best part of the formula? Once it sets, it stays put!
(Swatched in lower photo.)
Doucce Relentless Matte Lip Crayon in Winterberry – Full Size! Retail Value $22
Another highly-pigmented stick! This lip crayon has a matte finish, and I was impressed by how long it lasts. It's not transfer-proof, but it definitely is long-lasting, and it wears down nicely, too.
Here it is swatched under the eyeshadow stick:
Lastly, Allure included a bonus item this month:
NCLA Nail Polish in Call My Agent - Full Size! Retail Value $16
This polish is a cool, bright red, high-shine creme. The coverage is great, too. I only needed one coat:
(FYI - my understanding is that you only receive this bonus item if you subscribe through Allure's site. Make sure the nail polish is showing up when you scroll down this page before you sign up if you want to make sure you get it.)
Amika Soulfood Nourishing Mask – Full Size! Retail Value $12
(FYI - subscribers will either receive this mask or a Beautyblender Micro.Mini Set.)
I've sampled this mask before, and it's great. It's free of parabens, sulfates, and artificial colors, and it is safe for color treated hair! I love a hair mask that you only have to leave in for a few minutes, and I could tell a difference in the softness in my hair after using this just once!
Verdict: This box has a value of about $142! I think that's an amazing value for a $15 beauty box! This may be my favorite Allure Beauty Box ever - it's worth the $15 alone just for the Sunday Riley products, but all the other items in the box are winners for me, too. If you are thinking about subscribing, I definitely recommend signing up before the end of the month so you can start with this box.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes! As of publication, this box is still available. To make sure you get this as your first box, scroll down this page to make sure you see these products featured.
What do you think of the latest Allure Beauty Box? And what do you think of the new packaging?
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