Laurel & Reed is a cruelty-free and non-toxic beauty subscription for $49.95/month + $6.95 shipping to the U.S. You'll get 4-6 full-size products each month that have a minimum total value of $100+.
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About this All-Natural, Cruelty-Free Beauty Subscription
The Subscription Box: Laurel & Reed
The Cost: $49.95/month + $6.95 US shipping. Discounts available for longer commitments.
The Products: A mix of 4-6 full-size makeup, hair care, body & skincare, wellness, and lifestyle products with a minimum total value of $100+
Ships to: The US for $6.95, Canada for $14.00
Laurel & Reed November 2019 Review
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There's a card that simply states all of the things you can expect from the subscription and another info card that features a lovely print on one side with the items clearly listed out with retail prices and short descriptions on the other.
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Luxe Botanics Camu Brightening Moisturizer, 2 oz. - Retail Value $85.00
I really like this moisturizer a lot! At $85, I wish it had fancier packaging, but as long as the product does its job, I'm a fan. This cream is light yet feels really nourishing at the same time. It's packed with things like camu camu extract, jojoba seed oil, and shea butter to name a few and contains really wonderful essential oils like cedarwood, rosewood sage, myrrh, blue cypress, and more. Once smoothed onto my face it takes a few minutes to fully sink in and has a slightly greasy feel to it but my skin feels so incredibly soft and once my skin drinks it all in, it feels plumper as well. I just love it and the scent really makes me happy! It sort of smells like rosemary though I'm not seeing that specifically in the ingredients list (perhaps it's the sage).
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Pura Botanicals Neroli Eye Ritual, 0.3 oz. - Retail Value $48.00
I received this same roller back in 2018 from another beauty box and still love the lavender and rosehip scent today. Getting eye serums in roller form is always preferred for me since it is less messy and allows for more consistent application. This one promises to decrease lines and signs of fatigue although I find that to be a tall order! Lines I can see diminishing over time, perhaps, but I don't know how well this will tackle any dark circles which seems to be another claim. It certainly has a calming effect though so it can be useful for immediate soothing when eyes are puffy or stressed.
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Graydon Skincare Aloe Milk Cleanser, 1.7 oz. - Retail Value $33.00
This is my new go-to cleanser since my last one ran out. I've been using it daily and it's like cleansing with moisturizer since it has a similar consistency and leaves my face feeling soft and clean. Graydon has been a favorite for a long time and I've used this in the past and their foaming cleanser as well. This one is a bit more elevated and really replaces my skin's moisture while getting it clean.
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Lhamour Rosehip Facial Oil, 1.01 oz. - Retail Value $30.00
The fourth and final product featured this month is a facial oil! I have always used oils before moisturizers, but it looks like there are varying ways to do it, sometimes depending on whether it's your day or night routine. Normally, I'd cleanse, tone, then put on an oil to let soak in for a few minutes before adding my final moisturizing step. No matter which way you think it right, this bright amber-colored oil is penetrating though feels pretty lightweight. It does have quite a strong scent that I'm not sure I'm on board with, to be honest. The ingredients are rather simple, which I like to see and include some of my faves like carrot oil, sea buckthorn fruit oil, and lavender oil but I think they may have gone heavy one of those oils (perhaps even the rosehip?). At any rate- this oil does a great job moisturizing but is a little too heavy-handed on the scent for me to enjoy. Luckily, I've passed it on to Sara at MSA who is loving it!
The Verdict: Laurel & Reed sent a winter wonderland of skincare this month. My favorite is the Luxe Botanics moisturizer this time around and you can pry it from my cold dead fingers. The cleanser was a welcomed item since I needed a new one and I like the ritual of the eye-roller. Only the oil was a miss for me this month, but I quickly re-homed it. The four items for November have a total retail value of $196 which is incredible for this box under $60.
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To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Boxes ship immediately for first-time purchases (if the current box is available, which this one is) with subscriptions shipping between the 15-20th of the month moving forward. It's best to reach out to them directly to find out which box you'll receive. You can also purchase any past boxes still available on their site for a one-time purchase of $49.95 (+ shipping).
Value Breakdown: For $56.90 ($49.95 + $6.95 shipping) here’s what you are paying approximately per item:
- Moisturizer: $24.68
- Eye Roller: $13.93
- Cleanser: $9.58
- Facial Oil: $8.71
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