Today is day 2 of my week long look at Beauty Boxes to see what they are like, what kind of content we get, how good they really are value wise and to ask whether or not we need them!
For the past few months I have been getting the You Beauty Discovery Box which you can see February, March, April, May, June, July and August with previous box contents.
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This month I had been undecided as to which products I was going to choose because I liked the look and sound of them all. Themed as being the Birthday Box, each subscriber was being give not the usual two extra treats, but three! Those three being:

Toni & Guy Volume Plumping Whip which is described as being the ultimate hair treat to give your locks all-day body and bounce from the roots. It is a non-sticky formula which lifts the hair for glamorous, voluptuous volume without any flyaways. This product is worth £7.19.
Two sachets of tea sachets which sounds amazing, a handy sponge for your make-up bag and a voucher for £25 with Hello Fresh.
Again, there is an accompanying magazine which is always nice to read, it gives you some further information about each product.
So now to my choices, this month there was a choice of nine products which included:


I have been wanting to try products from both of these ranges, specifically the Perricone MD No Foundation, Foundation. Described as being the first advanced anti-aging, multi-tasking translucent foundation with non-chemical SPF 30 protection. With Alpha Lipoic Acid, DMAE, and Vitamin C Ester. Created to keep skin looking dewy and flawless, this multi-purpose foundation provides natural translucent coverage, corrects skin undertones, instantly smoothes fine lines and boosts skin's natural moisture throughout the day, all the while delivering antioxidant benefits. This is a sample size 7.5ml is and said to have a value of around £9.
The second item from Pixie is a Tinted Brilliance Balm and it is described as being packed with lip-loving ingredients, this glossy gel balm protects & hydates lips instantly. After the balm wears off, lips are left tinted with a flattering, personalized hue just for you (colour & intensity depends on pH level of lips). Twist-up crayon requires no sharpening. I got the shade Pretty Pink and it is very much the pretty pink shade and I am looking forward to trying it out. This is a 1.8 sample size worth around £5.
So for a £6.95 subscription, my box has a value of around £20 which is more than three times the value for money and not a bad box.
For the past few months I have been getting the You Beauty Discovery Box which you can see February, March, April, May, June, July and August with previous box contents.
This month I had been undecided as to which products I was going to choose because I liked the look and sound of them all. Themed as being the Birthday Box, each subscriber was being give not the usual two extra treats, but three! Those three being:
Toni & Guy Volume Plumping Whip which is described as being the ultimate hair treat to give your locks all-day body and bounce from the roots. It is a non-sticky formula which lifts the hair for glamorous, voluptuous volume without any flyaways. This product is worth £7.19.
Two sachets of tea sachets which sounds amazing, a handy sponge for your make-up bag and a voucher for £25 with Hello Fresh.
Again, there is an accompanying magazine which is always nice to read, it gives you some further information about each product.
So now to my choices, this month there was a choice of nine products which included:
- ROSE & CO.
- CHERRY KISS LIP BALM, PEGGY SAGE
- NAIL POLISH (Nude COLLECTION), MARSK
- RICH LIST, MINERAL EYESHADOW, LOUISE GALVIN
- SACRED LOCKS TREATMENT MASQUE, JUSTBE BOTANICALS
- HYDRATING SERUM, GAZELLI
- TRIPLE YOUTH WITH WHITE OIL DUO, EUCERIN
- SUN FLUID MATTIFYING SPF50, EUCERIN
- SUN FLUID MATTIFYING SPF30, DANIEL SANDLER
- LONG LASTING WATERPROOF EYELINER (AQUA)
I have been wanting to try products from both of these ranges, specifically the Perricone MD No Foundation, Foundation. Described as being the first advanced anti-aging, multi-tasking translucent foundation with non-chemical SPF 30 protection. With Alpha Lipoic Acid, DMAE, and Vitamin C Ester. Created to keep skin looking dewy and flawless, this multi-purpose foundation provides natural translucent coverage, corrects skin undertones, instantly smoothes fine lines and boosts skin's natural moisture throughout the day, all the while delivering antioxidant benefits. This is a sample size 7.5ml is and said to have a value of around £9.
The second item from Pixie is a Tinted Brilliance Balm and it is described as being packed with lip-loving ingredients, this glossy gel balm protects & hydates lips instantly. After the balm wears off, lips are left tinted with a flattering, personalized hue just for you (colour & intensity depends on pH level of lips). Twist-up crayon requires no sharpening. I got the shade Pretty Pink and it is very much the pretty pink shade and I am looking forward to trying it out. This is a 1.8 sample size worth around £5.
So for a £6.95 subscription, my box has a value of around £20 which is more than three times the value for money and not a bad box.
What do you think to do this? Do you subscribe to these boxes? What would you have chosen? If you subscribe, link your post below so I can see what you got.
This is the one beauty box I am most interested in trying, simply because it Is so affordable and it looks like one that would be most relevant to me. Enjoy! :) xx
ReplyDeleteI must admit I don't buy beauty boxes, but do think they are a great way of trying new products without having to invest in a full sized product.
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I still haven't got my September box but my August box can be found here http://abitofeverythingfromme.blogspot.co.uk/2014/09/you-beauty-discovery-members-box-august.html I think it's fantastic value.
ReplyDeleteThese both sound like amazing products, the Pixi balm is such a pretty shade! :)
ReplyDeleteThe box is such good value, too!
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This beauty box looks very interesting! I very curious about the Perricone foundation!
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Not seen many reviews for this box, I would love to try a beauty box think I would choose Birch Box though.
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This was my first YouBeauty Discovery box and i think I was a little underwhelmed with it, especially seeing as Glossybox seemed to up their game this month & my Lookfantastic box was superb! You can see my post here (it has my other half's opinions too!) - http://brendabusybee.blogspot.se/2014/09/unboxing-youbeauty-discovery-beauty-box.html
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I received that same PIXI lip balm in one of my Ipsy bags & I love it! I like the look of this box I might try it when I decide to change one of my subscriptions.
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wow!! It had amazing products :)
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Ohh this looks like such a great box! You got such a lovely selection of products!
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Looks great, lots of lovely products x
ReplyDeleteGreat way of trying new products you wouldn't discover otherwise!
ReplyDeleteThis one certainly looks much better than some of the other boxes. I like that you can choose products you want but still get surprises.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't commit to a beauty box myself but the brilliance balm looks very nice.
ReplyDeleteI am thinking about trying this box out soon as the products always look so good! This is a really good box x
ReplyDeleteThis looks awesome!!
ReplyDeleteI've just signed up to try Birchbox... might have to try this one out too!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great box! Like the look of the lip product! xo's
ReplyDeleteLaura
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I don't get any boxes at present. I would like to start some subscription but there is so many of them to choose from and I just can't decide :-(
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of this box, I haven't subscribed as I already have TOO MUCH beauty stuff but if I make any room this is next n my list!
ReplyDeletethis is such a good box - I love the fact you get to choose your two items x
ReplyDeleteThis box sounds lovely! I gotta try it too. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm loving your week of beauty boxes, I'm just catching up!
ReplyDeleteStephanie
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I am considering getting my 18 year old a beauty box subscription for Xmas, just having a look at all the available ones to see which I think will suit her best!
ReplyDeleteYou Beauty is the only box I sign up to now and normally take it on a month by month basis - see if I like what they have before ordering as it can save you quite a bit :) x
ReplyDeleteI don't subscribe to the box, but I wouldn't mind tying one out just for a treat.
ReplyDeleteI have to say I am tempted to try this out
ReplyDeleteThat really sounds like a great price for what you're getting - amazing value!
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