The Better Beauty Box is an ingredient conscious beauty box geared for tween and teen girls. There are two monthly options: The Better Beauty Box for $24 per month, which includes age-appropriate makeup items or The Better Beauty Box Makeup Free for $20 per month, which includes no makeup at all.
This review is for The Better Beauty Box with makeup included for $24 a month.
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About The Better Beauty Box
The Subscription Box: The Better Beauty Box
The Cost: $24 a month + free shipping, with 3-, 6- and 12-month subscription options
The Products: 5 ingredient conscious products geared for teen girls (a mix of full-sized, travel and trial sized)
Ships to: US
The Better Beauty Box July 2018 Review
Instead of including a stand-alone info sheet, the information about the products in the box are on a sticker that’s placed on the lid of the box.
Zatik Harmony Moisturizer, 1.7 oz – Retail Value $28
Now that I have been reviewing this box for a while, I am continuously impressed with the value and quality of the full-size skincare this box consistently includes. When I was a teenager, I know that I was really stuck with skincare options from the drugstore, so I know I would have felt really special to get a full-size moisturizer that costs over $10. This moisturizer is very light (which is what I prefer), but I thought the scent of the orange blossom and rose was very mild considering the aromatherapy aspect of this moisturizer is a key point.
Medusa’s Makeup Stick It! Eye Primer, 2 oz. (Full-Size!) - Retail Value $9
I enjoy reading Liz’s Medusa Makeup reviews so I was excited to see a product from the brand. This eyeshadow primer goes on clear and it provided a great base for eyeshadow—I thought it helped my eyeshadow to last longer without the colors fading. I also love that this brand is cruelty-free!
Pacifica Natural Lip Balm in Summer Kale, Full-Size! - Retail Value $5
I can promise you right now—if I had this lip balm when I was younger I would have taken it with me everywhere and used it every chance I had in order to impress others with how beautiful and fun the packaging of this was. I may be a little older now but that doesn't mean I still don't appreciate the fun and beautiful packaging! This is another cruelty-free item, and I really enjoy the lavender and lemongrass scent. This also packs a punch of moisture thanks to the coconut, almond, and jojoba oils, which is exactly what I want in a lip balm!
Crystal Bar Soap Mini Soap in Ocean of Hope - Listed Value $8
I am never going to be mad about receiving beautiful soap in a subscription box, and wow is this a beauty. Besides the gorgeous blue, green, and glitter colors this soap also has a Sodalite crystal on the inside, which is supposedly great for being calm and thinking more clearly. I really love the coconut and mango scent of this soap, and I have it displayed as a hand soap because of the small size. This particular scent isn't available online, but all of the other mini soaps retail for $8 so I believe the listed value is accurate.
Lone Bodycare Rosemary Cleanser, 2 oz – Retail Value $8
This product is a new concept to me, and I am HERE for it. This is a cleanser that you spray onto your skin, wait a few seconds, and then wipe off with a clean cloth—that's it! Sometimes I don't want to go through the hassle of a full cleansing routine, but I still want to make sure my face is clean and ready for bed. This is full of natural ingredients like tea tree oil, chamomile, and rosemary, and I really liked the way my skin felt afterward. I wouldn't use this if you had worn makeup that day (unless this was step two in a two-step cleanse), but on days where you've been home all day watching Netflix and generally being lazy (not that I do that often 😉 ), this is perfect.
The Verdict: I am going to say it-- The Better Beauty Box is marketed to teens, but this is really a great box for adults too. All of the products were both fun and useful, and consistently at least one full-sized skincare item is included that is worth more than the cost of the box. I calculated a value of $58, which I think is great for an ingredient-conscious beauty box.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? If you sign up today your first box will be the August box.
Value Breakdown: This box costs $24 with free shipping, and I calculated a value of $58. That means you’re paying approximately the following for each item:
- Moisturizer: $11.58
- Eye Primer: $3.72
- Lip Balm: $2.07
- Soap: $3.31
- Cleanser: $3.31
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