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. (It was named one of the best beauty subscription boxes and one of the best subscription boxes under $15 by MSA readers in the 2020 Subscription Box Awards.)
This box was sent to us at no cost for review. (Check out the review process post to learn more about how we review boxes.)
About this Box
The Subscription Box: Allure Beauty Box
The Cost: $15 a month + free shipping. Save with a yearly subscription.
The Products: Deluxe and full-size beauty and makeup samples. Ordering through Allure also means you receive a newsletter with tips, tricks & exclusive promotions like limited-edition boxes, access to members-only virtual events, promo codes, and more!
Ships to: The US and Puerto Rico for free
Allure Beauty Box July 2020 Review
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A handy booklet has all the product info inside.
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OSEA Ocean Cleanser, 0.6 fl oz – Estimated Value $5.76 (Buy 5 oz for $48.00)
I double cleanse which means I go through a ton of cleansers. Osea is a brand I really like because they are very into using minerals and ingredients straight from the ocean, which means seaweed! My skin loves seaweed anything. Something about it calms my redness down and just makes my skin very happy. This formula combines my beloved seaweed with lactic acid, jojoba oil, and vitamin E. The box says this is ideal for normal, dry, and combo skin, but I think it would work well for almost anyone, TBH.
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Beautaniq Beauty Butter Lip & Cheek Balm in 'Peach Blush', 0.14 oz - Full Size! Retail Value $16.00
I own so many 2-in-1 lip and cheek creams but they are some of my favorite products, so I really can't get enough. 2019 Megan really disliked cream cheek products, but, hey! Nothing about 2020 is normal or expected. This little glass pot has the prettier pinky-peach shade inside. It is on the harder side in terms of texture, which is good because it makes it difficult to accidentally take too much at a time. Just a few taps of this on the apples of my cheeks and I have a nice peachy glow that complements my (often ruddy) skin rather than just making me look blotchy. It works even better over a lighter coverage BB cream! I am also happy to report it's super cute on my lips, giving them that natural balmy look that is summery and fun.
Soft and peachy!
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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Calming Gel Cream, 5 mL - Estimated Value $4.80 (Buy a full-size 50 mL for $48.00)
FYI: Subscribers will receive Dr. Jart+ Every Sun Day Mineral Sunscreen OR Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Calming Gel Cream OR Sunday Riley Ice Ceramide Moisturizing Cream
I am obsessed with the Dr. Jart+ Cica line. It does wonders for my red face and dry skin! I tend to prefer the cream version of this product, but this gel is perfect for summertime and/or oilier skin. There is so much goodness inside this tube and this formula is a great balance between acne control, calming, hydrating, and anti-redness/soothing. The star for me is the Tiger Grass because it is a botanical that has been used in folk medicine for years to help with skin abrasions, burns, and other minor wounds. It is also great for eczema! As expected, it applies like a dream with a light and cooling sensation that absorbs fast. If you haven't ever tried any Cica products, I am so excited for you!
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LAPCOS Charcoal Sheet Mask - Retail Value $3.00
Sheet mask time! I usually reach for hydrating or collagen masks, but I have severe maskne right now along my jaw. A charcoal mask seemed just the ticket to detox some of that grossness. This is a black charcoal-infused fabric sheet with loads of clear serum. It fit well, though it was messy because the serum kept dripping everywhere. It was still worth it. I left this on for about 10 minutes then removed, gently massaging the serum into my face and neck, and following with a nice moisturizer. I didn't see a huge difference immediately, but I hope I will be rewarded with less congested skin in the near future.
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Avarelle Acne Cover Patches, 8 patches - Estimated Value $1.70 (Buy 40 patches for $8.50)
I have to laugh at this product because, again, 2019 Megan would have no need. But 2020 Megan's face is kind of a hot mess, especially on my chin and jawline. Sure, I hide it under a mask when I go out, but I still have to look at myself in a mirror sometimes. These little patches are genius because you can apply them and they are nearly invisible on your face. This pack came with a total of 8 patches in 4 different sizes. I applied one of the bigger ones to a particularly ferocious bump on my chin before bed and I was really pleased to see that monster was significantly smaller and much less red in the morning. Instead of going through the whole nasty cycle of it getting bigger before it peaks and then finally vanishes, this patch seemed to cut that whole process in half. The patches are covered with Cica (my love), tea tree, and calendula oil, so they zap a zit down while still calming the skin.
Verdict: This Allure box has a total value of around $70.26, and was legit one of my favorites in recent memory. Two full-sized items that I loved, helpful acne dots, a great cleanser, and a Cica cream? I loved this assortment. I am really happy to have a new bottle of that glass skin serum, and that alone is worth more than double the box cost. This month is an easy win in my book!
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes! Scroll down this page to see what items you will get when you first sign up.
Value Breakdown: At $15 for this box, here is what you are paying approximately per item:
- Peach & Lily Glass Skin Serum $8.33
- Osea Cleanser $1.23
- Beautaniq Lip & Cheek Balm $3.42
- Dr. Jart + Gel Cream $1.02
- Lapcos Sheet Mask $0.64
- Avarella Acne Patches $0.36
Alternatively, each of the 6 items has an average cost of $2.50.
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