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From the latest launches to bespoke skincare, home delivery has never looked so good
Shooting to fame in the early Noughties, thanks to the then-revolutionary Birchbox business model, beauty subscription boxes may seem like a bit of a throwback buy. But that’s not to say they haven’t evolved with the times.
Offering subscribers access to the latest and greatest products – often at a much-reduced price – these boxes provide a glimpse into the world of a beauty buff, whether you are indeed mad for make-up, a savvy skincare shopper or actually take little interest in keeping up with the latest cosmetic happenings.
Traditional options, such as Glossybox and Lookfantastic, provide subscribers with a monthly parcel of products from haircare and skincare to make-up and more from some of the best and most in-demand brands at that moment in time. Prices start from around £15 per month with three-, six- and 12-month subscription plans on offer, so you really can tailor each one to suit your needs.
Others are designed to cut the costs of regularly buying your everyday products. But the most modern beauty subscription plan we’ve seen so far has to be from Skin and Me, which works with a team of dermatologists to provide you with a monthly product that is specifically tailored to your skin.
Basically, there’s a whole host to choose from, whether you want the excitement of monthly newness, to save money on your everyday essentials or a designated skincare solution delivered to your door each month. Of course, in true IndyBest fashion, we’ve rounded up the best ones to buy to cater for every need and budget.
To find the best beauty subscription boxes, we judged each on a number of criteria. We looked at what’s inside, considering the quality of brands, the variety and the sizes of products. Then we compared the price and flexibility of the subscription and the overall value for money.
We did try to warn you that almost all of these beauty subscription boxes were different. From natural deodorant plans to luxury labels, there really is something to suit everyone.
Including products from a huge range of some of the best beauty brands across every category, Lookfantastic has just nicked the top spot.
But, for those looking to save money and time shopping for everyday essentials, Fussy and Trii should tick all your boxes. Anyone after fun and fabulous finds from all of the best brands to play with is best to take a peek at Roccabox, Glossybox and Skin Cupid. And those who like to see exactly where their money is going – and receive freebies in the process – will like the look of Liberty and Beauty Pie.
Another beauty subscription service that caught us by surprise was the offering from Skin + Me. Although it is the most expensive of those featured, for a truly tailored product designed just for your skin with dermatologist advice, we couldn’t fault it.
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