Subscriptions aren’t just for magazines anymore. Recently, subscription boxes have been a hot, new way to sample various products ranging from clothing, jewelry, makeup, food, and even underwear! But beauty boxes containing cosmetics from popular as well as up and coming brands seem to be the leading subscriptions. Here is some more info on a few of the top boxes:
Birchbox- $10/month
What is it?
A monthly subscription of “high-end beauty and lifestyle samples from top brands”
Pros:
-Personalized quiz for new members
-Inexpensive way to try upscale products
-Online shop to buy full sizes of your favorite samples
Cons:
– Long waiting list to become a subscriber
-Smaller sized samples
Glam Bag- $10/month
What is it?
A monthly collectible make up bag containing 4-5 sample and full sized beauty products.
Pros:
-Personalized quiz for new members
– Larger and full sized samples
-Products come in a cute make up bag
Cons:
-Only contains beauty products
-Links to other sites instead of one online shop
“I like the Glam Bag because its like opening a birthday present every month and it comes in a sparkly package” says DePauw freshman Liz Holland, an Ipsy member.
Maven Box- 19.99/month
What is it?
A non-committal box, usually containing nail products.
Pros:
-Option to add extra products onto your monthly purchase
-Can choose to skip months, less commitment
-Able to pick your own box out of five choices
Cons:
-Less variety
-More expensive
I recently became a Julep Maven and received my first box (*for free). Even though I was directed to take a personality quiz, I still had the option to browse all 5 boxes and choose which one appealed to me the most. Almost all of the boxes are nail product heavy, which I love.
My Maven Box!
My box contained two adorable nail colors, pedicure cream and a bonus foot scrub sample.
*Use code “FREEBOX” at checkout to receive your first box free of charge, just pay for shipping!
Overall:
-If you are interested in sampling a wide variety of beauty as well as miscellaneous products Birchbox may be the box for you.
-If you are a girl who loves make up and discovering new brands you should consider trying out the Glam Bag.
-If you are afraid of a monthly commitment or if like me and can’t get enough nail polish, order your free Maven Box and see how you feel!