Glossybox and others
zippykins
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Is anyone signed up for Glossybox or any of the other monthly beauty boxes?
I've had 3 so far, with the first and third being fab and the second disappointing, so I'm going to stick with it a while longer.
I've had 3 so far, with the first and third being fab and the second disappointing, so I'm going to stick with it a while longer.
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The Feel Unique box is supposed to be good, and as it's a beauty shopping site already they have access to good stuff.
This YouTube vid is good, she discusses all the boxes and who she thinks the target markets are http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dX5V3-pg7eg
Yeah this seems likely. Since you can find out whats in each one and still order it in time to arrive, I wondered if you could subscribe and unsubscribe over and over so you only bought the good ones...
Have liked my Glossyboxes, but they've been so hit and miss
I did that with Carmine! And I tried it with the new Joliebox but just missed the cutoff date.
But I've unsubbed from Glossybox for now - it just drives me crazy watching the YT gurus finding better stuff in their boxes than I get!
That is exactly what has stopped me signing up to GlossyBox so far, I was also watching Gemma's video with interest as I would like to sign up to one, its just deciding which one!
They have a survey on their site now so I think they are going to try to tailor boxes to suit people better.
I would love to try some of the other boxes but can't afford them.
I agree that the element of suprise is a big part of it. I got my first Glossybox last week and was quite happy with it, however next time I will make sure not to look on any beauty blogs as I kind of knew what I was going to get. I want January's glossybox to be a complete suprise!
Thanks for the thread, I'd love for it to keep going so we can discuss the boxes as they come
Maybe we could bump the thread when the next boxes come - and see what everyone gets! But beware spoilers!
Then they did a really good box the month after I unsubbed :rolleyes:
Considering doing the Carmine box instead, apparently that's the best one.
I really wanted to try the Rice milk and Cherry Blossom. They're only £3.50 at John Lewis so I'll pick a few up.
I got the Indian Rose & Sweet Almond Oil shower gel. Have just used it a couple of times and it's quite nice. I really like the packaging. I think my favourite product for December was the Blink+Go eyeshadow & blush compact.
Can't wait to see what's in the next box!
I have to say out of the 3 - Boudoir Prive blows them out of the water - It really provides and you get your money's worth. One box they had £90 Colbert Eye Cream sample (around 5ml) and a 20ml costs £90. They have also had a great range - they always out hair, make up, facial creams in their boxes every month. Glossy is a close second and my opinion it is a hit or miss. One month is fantastic (ie the Dec box) another is ridiculous - The nov box was not that great IMHO)
As for Feel Unique - Totally not impressed. The boxes I have recieved thus far have not been great - they focus on hair products mainly (and I love recieving hair products) which have always been from the same brands - and ntohing is never new. So I am unsubbing from FU and subbing to Carmine as every box so far looks amazing!
I received:-
Lierac Crème Mesolift Anti-Aging Radiance – I like the fact that this has lots of AHAs’ in it!
Dead Sea Spa Magik Salt Brushing – I love exfoliating so will give it a bash, this gets very good reviews too.
Caudalie Vinotherapie Nourishing Body lotion – I really like this brand, I’ve only used their moisturisers/creams very rarely as they are so expensive and I feel you can get just as good for less, but I will enjoy using this!
Phyto PhytoBaume Color Protect Conditioner – Well I think most folks know that I’m a hair product hoarder, so again I’ll look forward to using this. Even though my hair isn’t coloured it sounds very hydrating which is what I look for in a conditioner.
this works Clean skin for face – I’ve never used this brand but I’ve always wanted to. This cleanser smells so absolutely gorgeous. The proof will be in the pudding this evening when I cleanse.
Great box – I am a happy bunny!
The downside to this though is I will end up liking a lot of products and subsequently my spending will go up! :eek:
I received my December Glossybox last week too. I knew what I was getting (although I had an alternative to the Seventh Heaven primer) and I am pleased with it. Just waiting for them to start shipping their January boxes now!
January Gloosybox going out from 27th apparently...
My first Glossybox arrived this morning and the packaging is enough to keep me buying. I have a bit of a thing for boxes . I will be saving these to give to friends and family for birthdays!
I am pretty happy with what I've received. Though I wish the eyeliner was a different colour as I really only wear dark colours. Though I suppose this is a good way to update my look and try new things, as I tend to stick to the same all the time.
EDIT: Which box do you all prefer? Is there one that stands out or does it all really depend on what stuff turns up in your box each month?
Which colour did you received? I got the plum.
Mine was the powder pink. The plum sounds nice as an alternative to brown or black.
I got a couple of Clarins moisturisers but kind of wish I got the 2 Davines products instead, they look lovely. Overall, I am happy with the products though and the whole glossybox packaging is gorgeous.