Have you been following along with our monthly round-up of favorite items from past subscription boxes? After a bit of a hiatus, monthly favorites have recently returned, and this month we're revamping how they look. Rather than splitting our faves up into four categories published as separate posts, they're all going to be celebrated in one spot. (Right here!) So, you'll see beauty, fashion, kids, food, and more subscription box picks all in this one post.
One more thing! Thanks to suggestions from you, our community (special shoutout to Carol!), we're rounding up our favorite subscription box finds that have stood the test of time. Scroll down past our February favorites to see this month's Forever Favorites picks, AKA items we've received from past boxes that we're still loving.
February 2022 Favorites
Abby's Picks
The Item: PAT McGRATH LABS LUST: Lip Gloss in 'Peach Perversion'
The Cost: $19
From: Ipsy Glam Bag X
Why I love it: I have a stash of Pat McGrath glosses that I use daily, so when I saw I was receiving a Lust formula that I didn’t have, I was ecstatic. This peachy gloss is perfect over a “your lips but better” lipstick, and it feels hydrating and comfortable on the lips.
Read our full February Ipsy Glam Bag X review.
The Item: Wax Seal Set
The Cost: $15
From: Goddess Provisions
ACTIVE DEAL: Use code MSA10 for 10% off your entire order (min. purchase of $25 USD required).
CODE: MSA10
Why I love it: I have always dreamed of using a wax seal on my snail mail. It adds a sort of romantic, nostalgic feel to your post, and this little kit made it so easy. I may even start using it when I mail out my bills! It definitely beats licking any envelopes.
Read our full February Goddess Provisions review & more reviews by Abby!
Mary's Pick
The Item: Cocoacentric LaLynn Earrings
The Cost: $80
From: Rocksbox
Why I love it: While at first I wasn’t a huge fan, they really grew on me to the point where I seriously considered buying them – I can always buy them another time. They’re different from what I usually wear, and they’re quite the statement piece. These earrings really dressed up and added more personality to my looks.
Read our full February Rocksbox review & more reviews by Mary!
Becca's Picks
The Item: Clinique Pop Lip in Love Pop
The Cost: $20
From: Clinique Limited-Edition Sun-Kissed Essentials Kit (sold out)
Why I love it: Spring is in the air and with the warm weather comes my need for lipstick! Complete with a smoothing primer, this buttery lipstick goes on smooth and has a decent staying power with a brilliant hue. Pairing perfectly with a white tank and flip flops, this pretty pink color has me dreaming of melting snow and warm rays of sun!
Read our full Clinique LE Sun-Kissed Essentials review.
The Item: Define High-Waisted 9” Shorts
The Cost: $59.95
From: Fabletics
Why I love it: Although I am a fan of leggings, spandex shorts have never been on my radar as an item I need in my life. That is until I started playing competitive volleyball. Not only do these high-waisted shorts tuck everything in (and keep it in place) but they help you look the part, as well as stay in place on my thighs. Because they are spendy, I keep a close eye on their website for sales to pick up pieces at a discount.
Read our full February Fabletics review & more reviews by Becca!
Kai's Pick
The Item: The Heritage Store Rosewater Refreshing Facial Mist
The Cost: $10.69 for 8 oz.
From: Allure Beauty Box
Why I love it: I never thought I’d be spraying myself in the face for fun, to be honest. But The Heritage Store's Rosewater Refreshing Mist changed things for me. The directions say to spray it on your face and hair whenever you need a wake-up call, and as it turns out, I must need one often! I love roses and being able to smell them (not too strongly) without worrying about their lifespan is so great. This mist only has two ingredients: Rose Damask Flower Oil and aqua, which is VORTEXED AND MAGNETIZED water (“Vor Mag”, omg?!), which they say raises the energy to a higher vibration. I don’t know about that but I do know I use this mist constantly. The Allure insert tells me makeup artists use rosewater to help blend concealer or foundation but I haven’t used it for that yet. Got a trial size and it's half gone; I'll be buying the full-size version because I love it that much.
Our February Allure review hasn't launched yet, but peep the spoilers here. Read more reviews by Kai!
Brandi's Picks
The Item: Love Potion Soy Candle
The Cost: n/a
From: Wicked Good Perfume
ACTIVE DEAL: Save 15% off your first month
CODE: MSA15
Why I love it: This candle is so cute and it smells delicious and fruity with notes of orange, pineapple, cherry, and vanilla marshmallow. I love the cute little pink gemstones that accent the pink tin it came in so nicely. It burned well and filled the room with a sweet cozy scent!
Read our full February Wicked Good Perfume review.
The Item: KiwiCo Pop-Up Felt Play Mat
The Cost: $49.95
From: KiwiCo
Why I love it: While this is not from a subscription box, it does come from one of our favorite subscription box companies, KiwiCo, which is known for their quality and engaging toys! This play mat is no exception - my 3-year-old loves it and as someone who hates clutter, it has become the perfect toy to keep in our living room. When it’s open, it provides lots of engaging play time for my kids, but then I can just fold it up and store it and the mess is gone! It’s also perfect for traveling and I love that it has little pockets where we can store all of the fun pop-up pieces and wooden cars it came with!
Read our full review of the KiwiCo Pop-Up Felt Play Mat.
The Item: FabKids Dino Print Rainboot
The Cost: Retail Value $42, VIP Cost $29.95
From: FabKids
Why I love it: These rainboots are super cute! The colors are unique, the pattern and spikes on the back are fun and my son loves them. They have already proven to be perfect for the rain and even the mud, which they are currently caked in from a very fun day in our backyard. While they are covered in mud, I can rest assured they will be easy to clean and ready to go for our next rainy day!
Read our full February FabKids review and more reviews by Brandi!
Sanna's Picks
The Item: UOMA Black Magic Hypnotic Impact High Shine Lipstick in LOVE
The Cost: $24
From: Ipsy Glam Bag X
Why I love it: The color looks kinda crazy in the tube but it was surprisingly subtle on, which is perfect for me! (But I could see how that might be disappointing to some). It’s also buildable, so one swipe gives you a hint of berry color but a second one gives you a more vampy vibe. The formula is nourishing and while the glitter looks cool, it doesn’t transfer to your lips at all. I’m finding myself reaching for this lipstick often because it looks fun while applying but it’s really lowkey on.
Read our full February Ipsy Glam Bag X review (this item not pictured).
The Item: Rebecca Taylor Short Sleeve Ikat Smock Dress
The Cost: $395
From: Rent the Runway
Why I love it: I love RTR for everyday, but I really LOVE renting for vacations and this dress I rented for a warm weather getaway was perfect! The print is so fun and it’s lightweight and easy to throw on while still looking put together. I paired this with sandals for lunch by the pool but you could easily dress it up with heels for a balmy night out.
Sanna subscribes to RTR on her own, but check out our reviews of this subscription here!
The Item: Favor Dip-Dyed Spoon Rest
The Cost: $30
From: FabFitFun
Why I love it: A spoon rest is something I’ve been wanting for a while but not something I would ever buy outright since it seems so frivolous. So when I saw this as a FFF choice, I knew I had to get it, especially since this one is so pretty. I love the minimal look and the dip-dye makes it more visually interesting. The quality of the stoneware is really good, too. This is the second ceramic item I’ve received from FFF and I’ve been really impressed with both.
Read our full Spring FabFitFun review here (this item not pictured) and more reviews by Sanna!
Naomi's Picks
The Item: URBAN HYDRATION Moisture Boost Kiwi and Pomegranate Micellar Cleansing Water
The Cost: $14.99
From: Cocotique Beauty Subscription Box
Why I love it: I love micellar water in general; there is nothing that removes stubborn eye makeup better, and it is the perfect cleansing finisher. I really enjoy the fun, fruity pop Urban Hydration brought to this classic skincare staple. The scent is juicy and refreshing. It's like a Capri Sun for your face.
Read our full February Cocotique review.
The Item: PIRETTE Mini Fragrance Oil
The Cost: $28.00
From: Beachly Beauty Box
Why I love it: I am not a fragrance lover by any means, so I was shocked by how much I truly enjoyed this scent. It is summertime fun trapped in an elegant glass roller bottle. If you ever wondered what a beautiful beach inside of a coconut would smell like, this is it. I also really appreciate that the product is alcohol-free, which makes it great for my sensitive skin and also eliminates the harsh ‘after smell’ that a lot of perfumes and fragrances have.
Read our full February Beachly Beauty review and more reviews by Naomi!
Christen's Pick
The Item: Tulum Earrings
The Cost: $65
From: JourneeBox
Why I love it: My favorite category of jewelry is earrings, and my favorite type of earrings are big and bold. These hammered gold earrings from the Riviera Maya edition of JourneeBox are exactly that, plus lightweight and the perfect balance between exciting and elevated. Really excited to have these added to my collection.
Read our full JourneeBox review and more reviews by Christen!
This Month's Forever Favorites
Becca's Forever Pick
The Item: Cuccio Natural Milk and Honey Cuticle Revitalizing Oil
The Cost: $13.98
From: Vine Oh!, Spring 2021
How it’s impressed me: I discovered this cuticle oil last spring in my Vine Oh! box and surprisingly use it almost daily. Oddly enough, I don’t use it as a cuticle oil but rather on my arms and legs after getting out of the bath and my skin is in heaven! The light honey fragrance is subtle, yet enticing, and it really does leave my skin soft. Paired with a glass of wine, I can’t think of a better self-care evening!
Read our full Spring 202 Vine Oh! review and more reviews by Becca!
Naomi's Forever Pick
The Item: Real Chemistry Luminous 3-Minute Body Peel
The Cost: $34
From: The Beauty Box by Bombay & Cedar, October 2021
How it’s impressed me: This amazing exfoliating peel airlifts dead skin away, leaving behind smooth, soft, and vibrant skin. It has the same consistency and texture as an exfoliator, and is gentle but effective. My eczema patches are smoother and much less noticeable, and I hardly ever have any ingrown hair when I use this peel before shaving.
Read our full October 2021 Bombay & Cedar review and more reviews by Naomi.
Samantha's Forever Pick
The Item: Caudalie Vinoperfect Serum
The Cost: $114 for 50ml // $22.80 for 10ml sample size
From: GlossyBox, March 2021
How it’s impressed me: I have been using this serum for a while now, and I won’t claim to understand the science behind veneferine or grapevine sap, but this stuff is magic. My skin is prone to redness, and I’ve noticed that if I use this for 2-3 consecutive days in a row, my skin tone is less rouge and much more even. The cost is a little off putting, but I’m so won over by the results (when I use it – I haven’t experienced this to be a permanent cure), I think it’s worth the splurge. When this lands in a beauty box, it is the ultimate score!
Read our full March 2021 GlossyBox review and more reviews by Samantha.
Christen's Forever Pick
The Item: Little Thief! Chota Chor! by Vijaya Bodach (Author) & Nayantara Surendranath (Illustrator)
The Cost: $7.95
From: Little Feminist Ages 2-4, September 2021
How it’s impressed me: This book was an instant favorite and remains one we reach for frequently. The mystery of who the “thief” is continues to delight us, the illustrations are vibrant and interesting, and the differences between the protagonist’s home and life and ours continue to be great talking points as I read this book with my three-and-a-half-year-old daughter.
Read our full September 2021 Little Feminist Ages 2-4 review and more reviews by Christen.
What do you think of our favorites from January subscription boxes and beyond? And what were your favorite discoveries this month?
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