BoxyCharm is a full-size beauty and makeup subscription box. They always provide a great value compared to the cost of the box. (If you are a makeup addict - we recommend this box!)
EDITED 6/10 to add eyeshadow palette ingredient image.
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About BoxyCharm
The Subscription Box: BoxyCharm
The Cost: $21 a month
The Products: 5-6 beauty items that will include nail care, skin care, makeup, haircare, fragrance and more. (At least 4 of those items will be full-sized).
Ships to: US and Canada
BoxyCharm June 2019 Review
Each box comes with a card detailing the items included.
Now, on to the items!
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Tarte Be You. Naturally. Palette, 11.2 g - Estimated Value $36.00
(This is a variant item. Subscribers will either receive this or a Tarte Tarteist Pro Glow Palette.)
It looks like this actually is a Boxy exclusive palette! I am guesstimating the value to be $36 because there are multiple similar palettes at that price and the included card lists its value to be the same. BoxyCharm is usually really accurate when it comes to their retail values listed n their info cards (something I really appreciate!). These colors are really warm and neutral, and should we wearable by most anyone. The pigmentation is good and the finish is smooth. Is there anything ground-breaking here? No. But I have been receiving a ton of vivid palettes recently and it feels nice to get back to basics. The standout shade for me would have to be 'Dusk' (third from the top in the swatch image below) because it is one of those shades I can just cover my lid in and go. It is just barely pink and has a slight coolness to it. 'Tropical' is pretty much the perfect brow bone shade for me as well, and any combo of these colors feels very cohesive and effortless.
Top to bottom: Sunbeam, Explore, Dusk (my fave!), Earthy, Tropical, Crystalized, Glacier, Daybreak
Here is the ingredient list.
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Touch in Sol, 1.01 fl oz - Retail Value $23.00
(It looks like all subscribers are getting this item.)
This primer "essence" is really watery! I feel like most of the primers I have tried have been gels or creams, so this was interesting to try. It has a very small tip meaning you are less likely to waste any of this product and its runny texture means a little goes a long, long way! It did smooth out my skin's texture and minimize my pores. I also noticed my makeup just went on smoother and looked fresher for longer during the day. What more can I ask for?
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Dominique Cosmetics Lip Gloss in 'Peach Tea', 5.5 ml - Retail Value $17.00
(It looks like all subscribers are getting this item.)
It seems like in fall and winter I bury my lips under heavy creams in dark and moody shades or reach for blood red stains. In the summertime, I crave glosses exactly like this! A true, effortless pink on my skin, I could see this leaning a little more peachy if you have warmer tones. It is quite sheer, so if you are expecting a ton of pigment, this isn't your gloss. It smells like cake and is a medium weight gloss with just the tiniest bit of stickiness.
A nice, natural, sheer pink!
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Steve Laurant Jelly Highlighter in 'Cotton Candy', 7 g - Retail Value $26.00
(This is a variant item.)
'Tis the season for highlighters and bronzers! The first thing I noticed about this highlighter was that it was a very soft and pretty pink in the compact. It does lean less pink on skin, but still has a little hint which I find very pretty. I am very pleased that this highlighter is not golden, bronzed, or too warm for me! I have a feeling this would also be very pretty under my brows and in the corner of my eyes. Another thing worth noting is that t has a really interesting gel texture with a powder finish.
I will take this barely pink champagne shade over an orange bronzer any day!
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Dirty Little Secret Lip Liner in 'Pale Pink' - Retail Value $15.00
(This is a variant item.)
This is the least exciting item this month for me personally, but it is still a good shade for me. It coordinated really well with the lipgloss I also received in this box, though it would work with much different subtle gloss and lipstick shades. It is called 'Pale Pink', but it has some heavy peach vibes happening that look very warm on my lips.
Here is the lip liner swatched.
Verdict: I liked this month's Boxycharm much better than May's. The Tarte palette is really pretty and totally wearable, especially for someone like myself who loves more natural makeup. The primer essence was interesting, and though I am not sure it is a product I would buy again, it was fun to try. It could possibly end up being one of those formulas I like more and more as I work my way through the tube. The lipgloss was a home run for me, a purse gloss that I can grab for and apply without a fuss anytime. Highlighters are not lacking in my stash at all right now, and I certainly didn't need this jelly version, but I find myself loving it all the same. Lastly, the lip liner was just ok, but still a pretty solid addition to this box. The retail value of this box is $117.00, which is a great value for a $21.00 box. Boxycharm has yet to fail me in terms of value!
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes! These boxes do sell out though, so if you love it hurry.
Value Breakdown: At $21.00 for this box, here is approximately what you are paying per product:
- Tarte Be You. Naturally. Eyeshadow Palette $6.46
- Touch In Sol Primer Essence $4.13
- Dominique Cosmetics Lemonade Lipgloss $3.05
- Steve Laurant Jelly Highlighter $4.67
- Dirty Little Secret Lip Liner $2.69
Alternatively, the average cost of each of the 5 items is $4.20.
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