The Box by Fashionsta Review – December 2019

The company is having financial problems with the box. I see a ton of red flags. The shipping has become ridiculous. They give the same excuse everytime. They will sometimes charge you before the last months box has ship. That indicates to me that they are running out of money. To many ignorant ladies in their FB group.

Received my January Fashionsta The Box today. It was worth the wait! I am grandfathered in at the $20 per month price. But since I have a one year subscription it is even less than that! I had to avoid spoilers for a day or two. It was difficult but I managed to do it. 🙂 The Box included seven items, six of which I know I will use. I’m looking for some insight from other The Box subscribers on the Blackhead Pore thing. My skin tends to be dry/sensitive. Is that item even useful for me? This was my second box and I’ve really enjoyed the included contents on both of them so far! I hope that MSA can review the January The Box soon. 🙂

Marnie, thank you so much for finally reviewing this box, I’ve been waiting so long! I’ve been on the fence on a few products, but usually find at least a couple of items that I love each month. Being grandfathered into $20 a month, I will be staying. I love that Fashionsta has less well known brands, up and coming but not in Boxy or Ipsy. I’m looking at you, Lime Crime, best lips EVER! I also prefer skincare heavy subs, so this balances out my one other sub very well. But the most important reason I’m staying is the philanthropic effort. I think, give it a chance, if you don’t love the products, gift them for birthdays or whatever (maybe not the V spray, unless it’s your BFF and she’ll get a kick out of it). But stick with it and help them grow, you have no idea how amazing they could be in a year.

You can get the Teami facial oil for $13 at TJMAXX.com. I just saw it this morning.

I totally agree with all warnings regarding FB Group of the Box. It reminded me a toxic fraternity feeling to be honest. Some of the ladies apparently were subscribers since the beginning and they constantly bully other members voicing their opinions. I cancelled my membership and deleted the Fb group after 2 months. I dont know if the owner saw those comments or not, but he didnt react. And those ladies constantly complain that their Fb group was great before new subscribers. ( I believe it was a terrible marketing strategy for a box trying to attract new subscribers)
The box itself was actually interesting, a lot of indie brands that I wouldnt go and purchase but I enjoyed trying them. The customer service was great, always helpful and very responsive.
If I didnt participate Fb group, I would probably still a subscriber. I might still try later on! 🙂

I’ve been subbed since September, and while everything might not have been a hit, I’ve never once felt like I wasn’t getting my money’s worth out of The Box. And I don’t mean the price I paid vs. retail value. I like the discovery of The Box and that it introduces me to brands that I wouldn’t have otherwise known about. My last couple months of Boxycharm sat untouched because there was nothing that excited me and I was tired of getting the same “well-known” brands over and over. I actually look forward to see what we get. And as for those who canceled because of the Facebook page, that’s ridiculous. It’s not a requirement for being a subscriber. 😂 It has nothing to do with the contents of The Box.

The Fashionsta Customer Service is FANTASTIC! Literally the best I have ever seen. Once you have a subscription, they sell other singular items on their page from Lime Crime, Baer Minerals, Beauty Blender, Becca, Lime Crime. Olaplex, Smash Box, Tarte and drug store brands too. Too many to list.

Everyone is talking about how wonderful the customer service is, but I am a new subscriber and am having a problem getting in to manage my account. I sent customer service an email a couple of days ago and have had no response. It’s disappointing.

I actually really enjoy this box. I sub to Boxy, Ipsy, Allure and Sephora as well, but this is a refreshing change. My favorite thing in here is always the palette. I really like trying indie brands. I already loved Rude and we got one of their palettes. I have since also tried Glamlite and Beauty Crop through this box and went on to purchase more from both. While I love my other subs, I often get palettes or other items I already have. That’s only happened once with this box. For me, this one is the true “discovery” box.

This looks like a nice box – but they are basically charging $40 to ship to Canada – so hard pass for me.

This is my hands down favorite sub box. After years of Ipsy and Boxy got really tired of the same old and repeats of the not so good products. What I like about it is the Indy and up and coming brands. When Barney’s NYC was around they always had these type of products years before Sephora and Ulta. Always up to try something new and exciting. Everything in the box is always quality if I know the brands or not. Love that everyone gets the same box so there isn’t box envy. Also love that there’s no bogus beauty profile. I can’t tell you how many times Ipsy and Boxy gave me the exact opposite of my profile. CS is the best and always answers all your questions and concerns. All in on this box for me. Well worth the price each month.

I’ve been subscribed for a few months now. I will say for me it’s hit and miss. Personally, I have not been a big fan of the more recent palettes with the exception of this last eyeshadow palette. I do agree that the fb group can be pretty biased and very loyal almost to a fault. I also think that we have been spoiled by other boxes that include name brands in every box. So far for the $20 price I’ll stick with them for a while longer . I do enjoy receiving new products and have received a few that I would definitely buy again.

Seems like the owner is making a lot of comments.

I’m on the fence with the Box. Being grandfather in at 19.99 makes it harder to cancel. Hoping will get a bit better. Jan looks that way. I just prefer they make an effort to get the boxes out by mid month instead of the end.

There is a saying “building a plane on the way down” The company is way different from others in that they sent a V serum. Which threw almost everyone off. Shortly after this company started they wanted to give back and do so in Los Angeles. There are many subscription boxes out there and I feel were quick to compare. But what if we gave it a year? Remember boxycharm in the beginning wasn’t the best subscription box out there. The price of their box goes up and no one complains. The CEO not only communicates with his subscribers but makes the boxes they want. The Facebook group is different in that it’s become not only a family but a safe zone for many. If you ever owned and ran your own company you know it takes approximately 2 years to make any kind of profit.

The Box
Innovative: V serum
Subscribers suggested: CBD products: CBD bath bomb
Must try product: teami green tea mask aka hulk mask

See unlike other boxes this box engages you, challenges and helps you take skin care to the next level.

I’m a subscriber who is not only invested in the company but in the family I’ve grown to know and appreciate.

If you are someone who only likes well known brands or wants almost all makeup, don’t get this box, as you will never be happy with it. This box is about indie brands and carries a lot of skin, body and hair care.

Things I like about this box after 5 months of being a member:

-I have never gotten a product that has been tested on animals.
-Ingredient conscious brands
-They donate to a women’s domestic abuse shelter every month. Seriously, it makes my heart happy that they give back in this way.
– Great customer service and a CEO that is very responsive to his members
-Very little in the way of repeats. They feature such a wide variety of products that you aren’t getting a liquid lip and mascara every single month.

Cons:

-No profiles yet
-The website isn’t great and borders on early 2000’s style.
-No ability to pause or skip a box

I enjoy supporting the little guys, especially when they go out of their way to provide you great customer service and it is clear that the CEO has put his heart and soul into this. The Box is new and I think will only get better with time. I am willing to give them the chance. They have to start somewhere and I can guaran freaking tee you that Boxy didn’t start out with Natasha Denona and Glow Recipe in their boxes. December wasn’t my favorite box, but the oil and rosey cheeks made it worth the money and the pigment on the CAS palette is insane. I’m sure if I wasn’t overloaded on highlighters I would be thrilled with a 6 pan highlighter palette, especially since Kara Beauty (which has quite the cult following in indie beauty circles) palettes have been good to me in the past.

In short, it is a great box, for a specific clientele. If you are like me, you will most likely enjoy opening your box every month.

This is my favorite sub box! Ive loved everything I’ve received so much that I’ve ended up purchasing extras of the products from the manufacturers. I decided to purchase a duplicate subscription so I’ll have backups of the products I know I’m going to love. I did the men’s box for 2 months but I ended up cancelling. Not because he didn’t like the products but because his avocado allergy made it not worth it with how many products contained it. There is only one variation at the moment but I actually like that because then I don’t get envious of what others receive 🙂

I’ve been getting this box for about 5 months now. I like it a lot so far and I was excited to see MSA review it. I get quite a few sub boxes and what I like about this one most is that it’s not the same old stuff I’ve been seeing/getting. I like that it sometimes includes some cleaner products (ex. Teami) and indy brands that I have (and haven’t) heard of, but interested to try. Popular name brands are great, but how many times have companies made “special” for Boxy or Ipsy, that don’t quite match the stuff we get at retail price anyway. Fashionsta has a mix, but if you don’t want indy, do not get this!
So far, I’ve been keeping most of what comes in The Box. My giveaway pile is heavy with other boxes, so that’s refreshing.
I heard about drama from social media, but I’ve managed to stay away from that. I think one has to decide carefully if this is right for you, but if you’re tired of other sub boxes, you may like it. Just keep in mind that it comes later in the month and they take the $ out at the same time of the month as you orginally subscribe, which I don’t mind, but some do. It’s definitely one of my favs so far. I think it’s a great value, but not for everybody. Too many compare it to Boxy and Ipsy. BTW, they have a mystery and men’s box too, from what I’ve seen they look good, but I haven’t tried yet. I won’t purchase a long term sub of this until I know for sure for at least a year, that I like it as much as I do now.

This was my first box with them, and I was very impressed with the eyeshadow palette. The 3 colors work very well, and that glitter shade you mentioned seems to have been loose for everyone. In fact, I’ve been using Calypso and New Moon every day. Everything else in the box was kinda meh for me, but for 20 bucks I’m willing to give it a couple more months. It’s nice to try indie brands instead of the same old ones we keep seeing.

I loved loved LOVED that eyeshadow quad! Its pigmented and super glittery but it was so much fun and I’ve gotten numerous compliments when I wear them. The naturally vain brand has a bath bomb box that Jessica used to review on MSA. They are based out of canada and are pretty great.

This is the second time I’ve tried to post a comment. Maybe because I don’t agree! I finally cancelled this box. It wasn’t worth it at $19.99 much less $25. No well known brands and homemade products just don’t cut it. Don’t even get me started on their FB group full of Catty women waiting to pounce anytime you say anything negative toward the box!! The Drama on their FB is what pushed me over the edge at the end

My comment wasn’t posted. In a nutshell: I said that it was my first box and I wasn’t impressed. For their hype and hoopla and $19.99, I expected more. I get better value from an Allure beauty box. I’ll see if I like this month better (maybe December was a rare dud), but I’m guessing that I’ll cancel. The rose scrub looked like an Etsy effort that was made and packed at someone’s kitchen table.

Maybe my comment wasn’t posted because I disagreed with the reviewer’s comparison with Ricky’s NYC. Ricky’s was edgy, hip, and only $14. No hip or edgy or even other vibes (sophisticated? Hollywoodish? Upscale? On-trend?) from this December box.

I subscribed to the regular box and the large mystery box for several months, and they did not disappoint. I learned about the box through a reader’s comment in a MSA reply post. I received a lot of great British brands that you’d find in Bloomingdale’s Apothecary Shop, brands you’d find in the Pearlesque box, and brands you’d see in Ipsy boxes. I unsubscribed because when Boxy and Ipsy started sending me the a Premium, Luxe, and a Glam Ultra boxes, it was too much product and expense. However, I just unsubscribed to the Boxy Premium (too many acne products for this senior) and Ipsy’s Ultra box (keep getting repeat products from my earlier Ipsy boxes), I just might go back to Fashionsta.

I received the December box and I absolutely love it! The eyeshadow palette is beautiful. That Teami Soothing facial oil is amazing. Even if none of you ever get THE BOX, I hope you have chance to try the face oil. The smell is captivating. The glass bottle and dropper are beautiful. I’ve had chronic insomnia for the last nine years. For the first four weeks of using the oil nightly, I have no idea why, but I slept better than I had in those nine years! Trust me, that extra sleep was, for me, worth the entire subscription. I’m so happy to have tried this subscription but even more happy for my new HG facial oil. Now, unfortunately, I am back to chronic insomnia but those four weeks were…just…worth every penny.

By the way, I’ve lurked this forum since around Black Friday. I’ve only received December’s BOX so far, but I just had to speak up in defense of it. Even to blow my lurking under the radar cover. 🙂

P.S. I have a (happy?) problem in that I have not been able to even try any other nighttime facial oil. One is only supposed to use 2-5 drops per night (I’ve settled on 4 at the moment). It seems like that Teami might last me for a year! (The bottle does say that it can be used morning and night but since it had helped me to sleep I decided on nighttime only for me.)

This is a good box. i received a Teami mask ine month and Teami Vit-C serum another month (both sold at Saks) and a huge Sigma brush another month. You can see the past boxes on Instagram.