This month’s BoxyCharm by Ipsy arrived with the promise of turning everyday moments into something cinematic—flushed cheeks, luminous skin, and effortless radiance. But did it deliver? Let’s dive into the details.
BoxyCharm by Ipsy is a $30 monthly beauty and makeup subscription box. It always provides great value compared to the cost of the box and includes 5 beauty items, including nail care, skincare, makeup, haircare, fragrance, and more. (At least 4 of those items will be full-sized.) If you are a makeup or skincare addict, we recommend this box!
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The Options
Here's what you could pick for this month's box.
First Impressions
The packaging threw me off at first—a larger-than-usual box, typically reserved for Icon Box. A pleasant surprise, sure, but size doesn’t always equal substance. That said, everything arrived in perfect condition, and I was eager to explore the curation.
What’s Inside:
Saturday Skin Yuzu Vitamin C Sleep Mask (50 ml) – Retail Value: $29
A sleep mask should be the final step in a nighttime ritual, wrapping skin in hydration while you dream. This one, with its bright citrus fragments, felt a bit gimmicky. While the formula itself was pleasant—thick but not suffocating—the yuzu bits ended up scattered across my pillow. Not exactly the skincare indulgence I envisioned. If I use it, I’ll be applying it a few hours before bed rather than overnight.
Would I repurchase this? Unlikely.
Formula Z Lightbulb Swirl Liquid Illuminator (15 ml) – Retail Value: $25
Shade: Major Vibes
Illuminators should melt into the skin, lending that "it from within" glow. This one? It’s more of a spotlight. The formula is thick, intensely reflective, and requires a serious blending technique to avoid looking like a mirror. I see potential for it as an eyeshadow, but as an all-over glow product, it’s not exactly seamless.
Would I repurchase this? Nope.
Supergoop! Unseen Sunscreen SPF40 (1.7 oz) – Retail Value: $38
This sunscreen has a cult following. I, however, am not a member. The silicone-heavy formula promises a weightless, matte finish, but for my skin, it’s a recipe for breakouts. It also has that telltale slippery texture that makes makeup slide rather than stay put. If you love a primer-like sunscreen, you might adore it. Me? I’ll be passing this along to a friend.
Would I repurchase this? Absolutely not.
Laura Geller Laura’s Essential Candy Cravings Palette (17.9 g) – Retail Value: $25
Eyeshadow palettes often feel like a gamble—too many filler shades, not enough usable colors. This one, however, is a breath of fresh air. The neutrals are wearable, but the real stars are the metallics. That lilac shade? It’s giving White Lotus glamour without the glitter fallout. And for $25, getting ten eyeshadows, a blush, and a highlighter is a steal.
Would I repurchase this? Yes.
Eleman Beauty Lip Scrub (10 g) – Retail Value: $18
Lip scrubs should be a sensorial treat—softening, smoothing, and lightly exfoliating. This one? A mess. The sugar granules are too large, making the scrub feel more like sandpaper than a gentle polish. The balm base also hardens in cooler temperatures, making it nearly impossible to squeeze out of the tube. A frustrating experience from start to finish.
Would I repurchase this? No.
Dr. Brandt Skincare Hydrating Serum-to-Highlighter (30 ml) – Retail Value: $65
A hybrid serum-highlighter should give the skin a natural, dewy radiance. Instead, this one felt separated, dispensing either a chunk of shimmer or a watery serum. It also didn’t layer well under foundation, making it difficult to justify its place in my routine. For $65, I expected something seamless, not something finicky.
Would I repurchase this? No.
Value Breakdown
The Cost: $32
Here’s the breakdown:
- Saturday Skin Mask: $29
- Formula Z Illuminator: $25
- Supergoop! Sunscreen: $38
- Laura Geller Palette: $25
- Eleman Beauty Lip Scrub: $18
- Dr. Brandt Highlighter: $65
Total Retail Value: $200
Final Thoughts
This month’s box left me underwhelmed. Aside from the eyeshadow palette, the selection felt uninspired—another highlighter, another sunscreen, another lip scrub that doesn’t quite deliver. Beauty subscription boxes should introduce us to exciting, innovative products, but this one felt like a rerun. Here’s hoping next month brings the spark back.
What Did You Think?
Did any of these products catch your eye, or were you as underwhelmed as I was? Did you just pick the Fenty blushes instead?
Let’s chat in the comments!
Other Things You Should Know
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Nope, but your first box will be just as fab, I’m sure!
What do you think of this month’s BoxyCharm by Ipsy Box? Which products wowed you—or let you down? 💬
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