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If you're looking for an easy way to discover new products without breaking the bank (or spending tons of time on research), beauty subscription boxes are the answer to your prayers. It doesn't matter if you’re a makeup newbie on the hunt for a routine or a seasoned beauty enthusiast, these boxes will spice up your look. Depending on the type and frequency of the subscription service, you’ll get a variety of samples and/or full-sized personal care products, such as dry shampoos, foundations, mineral sunscreens, and more—all delivered to your front door every few weeks.
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Since beauty subscription boxes first came onto the scene a few years ago, all sorts of brands and companies have debuted their own, which means there’s one for nearly every type of beauty need. Looking for a few killer eyebrow pencils or the latest and greatest in drugstore mascaras? We've got you covered. Those who prefer receiving full-size products can opt for services like Boxycharm, and anyone still on the hunt for the perfect Korean skincare mask can try something like Facetory, which is completely dedicated to delivering sheet masks. Other ones like Scentbird and Skylar Scent Club feature fragrances, while Petit Vour and The Detox Market's The Detox Box are great for trying out tried-and-true clean and cruelty-free favorites. In case you’re overwhelmed and don't know where to begin, we’ve highlighted our favorites ahead—hope you love them!
Pros
- Personalized Picks
Cons
- Some Online Reviewers Noted More Sample-Sized Picks Than Full-Sized
This service offers five beauty products a month, with each box costing as little as $13. When signing up, users are asked to take a short quiz about themselves and their preferences, resulting in personalized deliveries. Many online reviewers noted that they've tried multiple beauty subscriptions and said this is their favorite one, hands down!
Pros
- Seasonal
- Low Price
Cons
- Not Customizable
This affordable box is seasonal, which means you'll get four boxes a year. Each is chock full of exciting new products and samples from well-loved drugstore brands like NYX, Covergirl, Colgate, Herbal Essences, and more! If you fall in love with any of the samples, they're all conveniently available to purchase at Walmart and on Walmart.com.
Dermstore BeautyFIX Subscription
Pros
- Great Value
- Curated by Beauty Experts
Cons
- Shipping Fee for First Box
Skincare lovers will fall head over heels for this box from Dermstore, which is dedicated to high-end and professional-grade skincare products. You'll be glowing in no time! With your subscription, you can even enjoy savings and offers on full-size version of your favorites.
Pros
- Choose Your Scents
Cons
- Some Products Come with Premium Fees
If you're more a fan of switching out your fragrance every couple of weeks rather than sticking to a signature scent, this service is calling your name. Each month, you can pick out a new sample, each of which lasts for up to 140 sprays! Purchase your first subscription at $8.47, after which it is $16.95 a month.
Petit Vour The Cruelty Free Beauty Box
Pros
- Cruelty-Free and Vegan
- Personalized Picks
Cons
- Only 4 Products Per Month
Petit Vour is a hub for high-quality and cruelty-free beauty, and the site's Vegan Beauty Box includes skincare, makeup, haircare, and body care products customized to match your needs. If you take the time to review your box, you can even get $4 back in store credit each month.
Pros
- Full-Sized Products
- Multiple Membership Options
Cons
- More Expensive Than Some Other Options
Every other month, this service showcases a curated group of travel-and full-size products tested and approved by the editors of NewBeauty magazine. Past boxes have included dry shampoos, acne products, nail polishes, makeup brushes, and even a 30-day subscription to FaceGym facial workouts. As part of your subscription, you'll also receive the latest issue of NewBeauty Magazine (a $12.95 value per issue).
FaceTory Subscription Boxes
Pros
- Safe for Sensitive Skin
- Try Indie Brands
Cons
- Not Customizable
Korean skincare wasn't just a fad—thanks to its effective yet affordable offerings, it's here to stay. One way to continue trying out some of those beloved products is FaceTory. The company introduces subscribers to seven nourishing sheet masks a month and also offers a quarterly plan featuring full-sized skincare products.
Pros
- Choose Your Own Products
Cons
- Only One Box Type
Adding full-size products to your stash can be overwhelming for some. The solution? A service like Birchbox, which promises five deluxe samples of first-rate formulas in each shipment. Every month, you'll receive 2-5 products of your choice, plus a surprise from Birchbox.
Choose Subscription
Pros
- Vegan and Cruelty-Free
- Multiple Subscription Options
Cons
- Not Customizable
Even if you're not necessarily vegan, this box includes samples of so many fantastic cruelty-free beauty picks it's a solid choice either way. When you sign up, the first package is loaded with Kinder Beauty's best, including eye patches and a night serum. You can also feel good about this purchase knowing that Kinder donates a portion of all sales directly to charities that protect animals.
Seasonal Box with up to 8 products
Pros
- Pick Your Products
- Full-Sized Picks
Cons
- Some Online Reviewers Noted Receiving Repeat Products
A super customizable experience awaits at FabFitFun, a box that packs a punch with beauty products, clothing, and wellness tools four times a year. Subscribers get to choose 3–5 of the 6–8 products that come in each seasonal kit!
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