If you subscribe to a few subscriptions boxes, by now you've likely come across some items that aren't for you. As someone who subscribes to a ton of boxes, I have a few different ways I make use of the items that aren't for me:
Swaps
"What to do with subscription box items you don't want" is the reason we built the swap section of the site. It's a great way to trade items that are great (just not a fit for you), for items you do want. (And it is completely free - each swapper just has to cover the cost of shipping the items in their possession).
Gifts
One of the perks of subscribing to quite a few boxes means always having great gifts on hand! I have quite a few subscription box items that I pair with a bottle of wine for hostess gifts: coasters, cheeseboards, bottle openers, glasses, etc.
Parties
I've had a few makeup-sample parties with my friends and shared all the subscription box beauty samples I wouldn't be able to use (or didn't want). It's always a hit too - who doesn't love free makeup? (I know of one reader who also used makeup samples to make party favors for her daughter's friends - love it!)
Donations
There are so many different charities/causes than can benefit from subscription box items:
Women's Shelters
Elderly Care Homes
Soliders Over Seas
Cancer Patients (one reader mentioned donating false eye lashes to those going through chemotherapy).
Children's Toy Drives
Homeless Shelters
Food Drives
If you have a recommendation for where someone can donate subscription box goods, and what type of products are best suited for that charity - let us know in the comments! I will update this post with your suggestions!
What do you do with subscription box items you won't use?
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