My favorite type of makeup bag is one where everything is actually usable and this one delivered on every single product. Right out of the bag, this was a curation I got really (really) excited about.
So Susan Color Curate is a monthly makeup subscription service that sends four full-sized beauty items in a makeup bag for $20.95 a month (or $45 if you just want this bag). All products are 100% cruelty-free, vegan, and paraben-free!
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What’s Inside
So Susan Cosmetics Perennial Palette – Retail Value $48
Shade: Periwinkle
Honestly, when was the last time you saw a lipstick palette? They used to be everywhere and somehow faded out, so this felt like a fun throwback. The shades are incredibly creamy and pigmented, but buildable enough that you're not locked into a full-intensity look from the first swipe. They wear comfortably, and unlike some lip palettes where you end up gouging the product or making a mess, these hold their shape really well, whether you use a brush or your fingers. Solid everyday option if you like having a few shades at your fingertips without carrying multiple tubes.
Kaleido Cosmetics Dreamlusy Pore-Refining Dewy Toner – Retail Value $12
Yes, yes, and yes. I rarely reach for primers because I've always preferred a dewy finish over a matte one, and most primers out there are designed to mattify, which is the opposite of what I want. This one is a genuine unicorn: a silicone-free, water-based formula built around Pro-Vitamin B5, Jambu Flower Extract, and Sea Kelp to actually hydrate your skin rather than flatten it. It doesn't leave you oily or tacky, and makeup adheres to it really well. For oily skin like mine, finding a primer that delivers dewiness without tipping into greasy is no small feat and this one nails it.
Trifle Cosmetics Eye Lip Syrup High Shine Pigmented Lip Stain – Retail Value $12
Shade: Rose Fudge
I'm a big advocate of lip stains — let's be honest, most of us don't want to be reapplying lipstick anyway. This is seriously pigmented, but it fades over time until you get the balance you want. I do love the shade, it feels like it's a classic everyday shade. And for a lip stain, I love that it doesn't dry out on your lips after a bit. It stays quite comfortable throughout the day, which is something I usually struggle with when I try a new lip stain product.
Trifle Cosmetics Water-Resistant Liquid Eyeliner – Retail Value $10
Holy cannoli, this eyeliner means business. The formula is jet-black, fast-drying, and adheres like ink, which means once it's on, it's on. The felt tip is a little wider than what I'm used to, so there's a slight learning curve if you're not a liquid liner pro, but once you get the hang of the pressure and angle, the precision is genuinely impressive. Small strokes work best, especially for the lash line, and building up from there gets you anywhere from a subtle line to a full wing. Worth the practice.
Value - Was This Box Worth It?
The Cost: $20.95
Retail Value: $96 (including the makeup bag)
This is easily one of my favorite curations of the year so far. No filler, no head-scratchers — just four products I can actually see myself reaching for regularly. The primer alone was a revelation for me as someone who's always skipped that step, and the eyeshadow duo and eyeliner are both keepers. Easy 10/10 from me.
To Wrap Up
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes, you can still order this box while it's in stock!
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