I’m not a regular Glossybox subscriber, but I often grab one-off boxes, sometimes for full price after seeing the spoiler, other times just to redeem my accumulated Glossydots. This month we didn’t see any juicy spoilers until late, so I had no hints to help me decide whether I want this box or not. I went for it anyways, because having a bunch of fun boxes filled with beauty goodies during the Holiday month is super fun! The December box was curated with the Holiday festivities in mind, and is filled the products to help us get party-ready in no time.
HOW IT WORKS
Glossybox is one of the most popular international beauty subscription boxes, 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 beauty boxes, but the value of your box will always be way above.
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Anatomicals You Need a Blooming Shower! Body Cleanser – I like brands that are quirky and have a sense of humor, and Anatomicals fits the profile with their catchy slogan “We only want you for your body”. Reading the label has never been more fun 🙂 The body wash itself smells like rose buds, a fragrance that I personally love, but many people might find a bit too “mature”.
Michael Todd True Organics Pumpkin Nutrient-Rich Facial Mask – I really wanted to try this mask a few months ago when Ipsy sent them out, but instead I got the scrub. So glad that I finally got my hands on a sample, and a generous one, too! 🙂 It smells like fresh pumpkins and utilizes enzymes to exfoliate the dead skin, which is actually my preferred method. So far I used it once, and it stung a little bit at first, but the result was worth it: clean, radiant skin with a healthy flush.
Naobay Oxygenating Moisturising Cream – Naobay is a valencian beauty brand, and they believe skincare should be as simple as their wooden packaging. All products include a proprietary blend of shea butter and rosehip, olive and argan oils; and never contain parabens or petrochemicals. This moisturizer was pleasantly lightweight and made my skin feel petal fresh and comfortable.
Ardency Inn Punker World’s Baddest Eyeliner – This eyeliner has its pros and cons. I have tiny hands, so operating a big chubby handle and trying to draw the straight line at the same time didn’t work too well for me. The color payout is also not the greatest, the lines came out charcoal at best, and not the “deep black” as advertised. In the swatch it looks a bit darker than it really is, so keep that in mind. From the pros I should definitely mention the drying time, it sets almost immediately after the application which minimizes the smudges.
Nails Inc Victoria Polish – I can never have too much nail polish, but I definitely can have too many deep burgundy/oxblood colors. I already have three that are very similar in my collection, so I’m a bit “meh” about this one, but I’m willing to give it a try just in case it has superior formula. I will post swatches in a separate post later this week.
THE VERDICT
I’d say this box was a good example of what I expect from Glossybox on a regular basis – a good mix of full-sized and deluxe-sized products from companies all over the world. It was fun to discover Naobay and Anatomicals, both brands previously unknown to me. I’m still not ready to subscribe for regular monthly deliveries, but I will definitely continue buying occasional one-off boxes.
Are you a Glossybox subscriber? What did you think about this box?
| Product | Retail value |
|---|---|
| Anatomicals You Need a Blooming Shower! Body Cleanser | $2.72 |
| Michael Todd True Organics Pumpkin Nutrient-Rich Facial Mask | $10.00 |
| Naobay Oxygenating Moisturising Cream | $19.35 |
| Ardency Inn Punker World’s Baddest Eyeliner | $19.00 |
| Nails Inc Victoria Polish | $9.50 |
| Box Retail Value | $60.57 |
So glad to know that I wasn’t the only one to experience the “stinging” feel of the pumpkin mask. I’ve also only used it once because I didn’t know if my skin was having a reaction to the mask. After I rinsed my skin looked and felt amazing but I hadn’t risked using it again. I’m definitely givin. This product another shot lol.
Hi Ashley, glad I could help! The stinging is all due to active enzymes, and it’s perfectly normal. If the stinging doesn’t disappear within 10 minutes, then I’d be worried.
I love that ardency inn liner. I also love pumpkin anything, so that Michael Todd product looks like something I’d try
Too bad I wasn’t crazy about the liner, but I’m fine with that and I’ll find it a good home for sure. Glad you loved it though 🙂
Love the versatility of that liner!
It sure looks versatile, I just with the color payout was better.
That pumpkin masque sounds like something I would really dig and I can almost smell that shower gel, just reading about it. Mmmm…
Yum! Both products smell delicious, I’m sure a lot of people loved them 🙂
This box would have disappointed me. I always hated how they did so much skincare, not enough makeup products.
That’s too bad that you would have been disappointed. I personally love skincare and bodycare, so for me this was a pretty nice box 🙂
I’ve always wanted to try GlossyBox!
Maybe you can try one when they offer some sweet promotion 🙂
That liner looks super cool but it is a shame it’s not as dark as it seemed to be
Definitely. It’s supposed to be a cult product, but I just couldn’t figure out what the fuss is all about. When they market something as deep black but the lines turn out dark gray, I don’t even know what to think.
I’d like to try the rose cleanser. I just love your photos, they are always so nice!
Aw thank you Tina, you are too kind 😉
I am loving that nails inc shade! So pretty!
It’s quite lovely in person, I will post swatches on Wednesday 🙂
I got this box too but I would have preferred that liner to the hand creme I got!!
I wish they just sent you my box and yours to me 🙂
The two products I like best are the ones you are meh about – the liner and nail polish. I think the shower cleanser is way too strongly scented.
I tend to feel meh about things I have way too much of, because I can’t stop comparing the new products to those I already have. I should really break that habit and try being more objective 🙂
These items are awesome!
Indeed!
Now THAT’s a Subscription box!!!! Great products!
Totally agree, I think this was a very good box overall 🙂
I am not subbed to this box but that Michael Todd mask sounds promising.
It’s a pretty good mask, I used it 3 times now and I really like that it consistently makes my skin look and feel amazing. And who can resist the smell of fresh pumpkins??
Awesome box! Nothing really tickles my fancy but the nail polish
The polish is great color, but the formula was a bit too streaky 🙂
just came to see how your nails looked in this color …tried to do my own nails with it and had tons of trouble today – u need a lot of coats to get the deep color ! ugh !
The polish shade looks lovely and the felt tip eye liner pen sounds promising
It’s a lovely shade, but the formula is not the greatest.
That PUMPKIN MASK! I love that sounds and looks of it! And that shower gel is a great price point, too. I’m a huge fan of that eyeliner, too. I want to explore more from Ardency Inn.
That mask smells so good, you’ll want to eat it, haha 🙂
I’m with you – I wouldn’t subscribe but definitely would pick up boxes individually. Sheila, Painted Ladies.
Glad I’m not the only one 🙂
oooooo Oxblood colored Nails Inc!
Yep, an Oxblood jelly!
I was disappointed I got the Winks eyebrow/lash growth oil. Doesn’t do a thing for me. Would have preferred the lotion. I’m in love with the body wash! In the past year I’ve become obsessed with rose scents (currently using Korres).
Too bad about the Winks serum, I was kind of curious about that one. And Korres is a fabulous choice for rose products, I’m a huge fan of that line myself. Their Jasmine collection is also very good 🙂