I almost forgot I even received my August Glossybox until I found it under my bedside table. Everything inside was still untouched and unpacked, so it was like finding a surprise box of treasures.
HOW IT WORKS: Glossybox is one of the most popular international beauty subscription services, and now it finally came to the US. Each month Glossybox subscribers receive up to six deluxe-size to full size products from crème de la crème of international brands. At $21/month this is one of the more expensive monthly sample boxes, but the value of your box will always be way above. If you would like to use my referral link click here to join Glossybox. Thank you!
I’m not a huge fan of the brand, because their products seem a tad generic, so when I spotted POP Beauty Kajal Pen in Sooty Black in my box, I knew that it’s going straight to my Mom’s gift bag. She’s not nearly as picky as I am when it comes to eyeliners and pencils, and I just know that she will really enjoy trying this out out.
SpaRitual Nail Lacquers have appeared in Glossyboxes in the past, and it just happens to be one of my favorite nail polish brands. I am obsessed with the buttery feel of the formula when it goes on, with the beautiful glossy finish, even coverage, and unrivaled longevity. This soft pink color I got is simply stunning and will make a great addition to my collection.
I ran out of my lash primer months ago and just didn’t feel like purchasing more. This Manna Kadar Lash Primer is the bomb, you guys! It reminds me of my other long time favorite from Jane Iredale, because it’s also white and has a similar-looking brush. It gives my lashes some crazy volume and length, and also conditions them so they are soft and less brittle.
Another product that blew me away was Lollipops Makeup Lip Balm. I did not expect to like it at all, because the packaging made me think it’s one of those generic yucky plastic-smelling lip balms that glue my lips together. How wrong I was! This lip balm is an absolute delight, and nourishes my lips immediately after the first swipe. It smells like vanilla frosting and has no unpleasant aftertaste. It’s sitting on my bedside table [the one I found my box under, haha] and I’ve been using it every night since I first tried it. Seriously, this is one of the best lip balms in my collection.
You probably already know what I’m going to say about this last sample. Glamglow Youthcleanse Daily Clearing Cleanser was a welcome surprise, and one of my favorite products this month. It’s a weird mix of a clay mask, a foam cleanser, and an exfoliant, and somehow it all makes sense. I’m a fan!
THE VERDICT: What a fantastic box! Aside from POP Beauty pencil [that’s probably not even that bad to be honest, I’m just oddly picky here], I loved every single product. I don’t think I can even pick a favorite, but the biggest surprise of the month award definitely goes to the lip balm. I expected a generic dud, and it was simply fabulous.
Have you tried any of these products before? Do you subscribe to Glossybox? Let me know in the comments below!
| Product | Retail value |
|---|---|
| POP Beauty Kajal Pen | $10.00 |
| SpaRitual Nail Lacquers | $12.00 |
| Manna Kadar Lash Primer | $11.11 |
| Lollipops Makeup Lip Balm | $5.50 |
| Glamglow Youthcleanse Daily Clearing Cleanser | $7.80 |
| Box Retail Value | $46.41 |
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I have to try that GlamGlow cleanser. I have heard that it is great for oily skin.
It’s a clay masque, a foam cleanser, and a scrub all in one. If anything, it’s very fun to use 🙂
Nice selection! Glamglow cleanser sounds great!
Glad you liked it too Carleen!
It looks like a great box. I really like GlamGlow so I’d love the try this cleanser.
It’s a very nice box indeed! Glossybox doesn’t always wow me with their offerings, but this one was amazing.
Ok I would have been ecstatic over this box!
I totally understand the excitement, Lisa! Finding this box under the table was a welcome surprise 🙂
That’s one of the better Glossybox’s I’ve seen. I’d like the Manna e/lash primer a lot since it doesn’t look heavy.
Me too, Marcia! A wonderfully curated group of products, and they’re all so nice.
mmm Sparitual!!! that’s a pretty color.
Right? I’m in love with their formula and the colors 🙂
I haven’t seen that GlamGlow product yet! How did it fare with your pH test? What a great surprise finding that under your nightstand… I’m not sure what I’d find under mine, but it’s probably covered in dog hair….
Girl, that cleanser is between pH 6 and 6.5, which is a tad higher than I normally use, but not criminal. It’s like a clay masque, a foaming cleanser and a scrub all in one, so I expected it to be slightly higher to be able to wash off all the mud.
The lip balm and lash primer sound nice
They worked really well for me 🙂
Awesome box for sure.
One of the best!