Boxycharm July 2021 Subscription Box Review

Boxycharm

Cost: $25

Cycle: Every Month

What is it:

Boxycharm sends out 4 to 5 full size items every month which makes it really unique among the  boxes I subscribe to. It is a nice change to get all full size products especially for $25 which is usually less then the cost of one item in the box. Boxycharm also joined the customization train and you can choose between a few items to have one in your box for the month. I really like that because Boxycharm was getting to the point where I was only liking one thing in my box and even though the value was there the fun wasn’t anymore.

If you would like to subscribe you can use my referral link HERE. I don’t get anything other then points but would really appreciate it but do as you feel comfortable you are also welcome to use the link in the header that leads to the regular homepage.

You can also review your products and get “charms” which are their versions of points that you can use as money off in their shop.


I feel like all the reviews/quizzes I have done with Boxycharm are paying off a little because this box feels like some of that has been taken into account or maybe I just got lucky this month.

Illamasqua Unveiled Artistry Palette

Full Size: 1 g x 12 Shades

Full Size Cost: $40

This feels like really nice quality and I am always curious about this brand but these are not colors I would ever use so I won’t swatch this I rather pass it along all nice and new to some one who can appreciate it.

Basic Beauty Lip Oil in Summer

Full Size: 3. g

Full Size Cost: $18

So I have learned that I do love a lip oil this is pretty boring and not worth $18. It has no flavor which is not a positive to me. It is moisturizing but not life changing at the moment I will definitely use it up though so maybe my feelings will change.

Generation Skin Hydrating Marine Algae Patches

Full Size: 30 pairs

Full Size Cost: $49

These were really nice. I will say they don’t last as long as other eye patches I feel like all the moisture benefits were absorbed really quickly. Which is both good and bad good if you need fast hydrating before doing something which is a common way I use patches. But I want more of that indulgent self care moment from something so expensive.

Dermelect Outcrease Retinol Trifecta Serum

Full Size: 30 ml

Full Size Cost: $39

I will never turn down a retinol serum and this apparently has 3 types of retinols in it. And it is sold on QVC which is funny to me for some reason. I actually like Qvc no shade I find it relaxing to watch sometimes.

Outre 8 in 1 CBD Multipurpose Nutrient Mist

Full Size: 4 ml

Full Size Cost: $30

This is much more expensive then the nutrient sprays I am currently using on my hair and this is supposed to be used on wet hair which isn’t my favorite. I don’t know how I feel about this now that I have it. I picked this for the month because I was curious and I still stand by that it is very different then anything we usually get in Boxycharm Just a but weird. I also don’t get what CBD is supped to do for my hair, hair is dead I don’t know how CBD could benefit it.


Well I am much less angry then I was last month. Still not like the most exciting box of all time but much less angry then I was last month.

Total: $176

Total Value to Me: $136

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Ipsy June 2021 Subscription Box Review

Ipsy Bag

Cost: $12 monthly, $132 annual

Cycle: Every Month

What is it: Every month Ipsy sends out a cute makeup bag of samples and full size items. You can review your bag for points that you can trade in for reward items. The rewards change often and the range between 300 points and 1000 points. You can get around 95 points every month.

If you want to subscribe you can subscribe HERE and skip the waitlist. That is my referral link so I do get points to spend but I’m not an affiliate I don’t make any money or anything it’s just the same link any subscriber would get.

You can now customize your bag and pick out one sample per month that will get to be in your bag which is a pretty nice change even though it came with a price increase.


Well another month another bag.

F.A.R.A.H. Blush & Highlight Brush

Full Size: Yes

Full Size Cost: $24

I do not like Farah brushes they are so over priced for very low quality brushes. they don’t preform well they don’t feel expensive they honestly kinda suck.

Theorie Body Nourishing Body Scrub

Full Size: 200 ml

Full Size Cost: $17

Sample Size: 45 ml

Value: $3.83

This is probably only one or two uses but it is really fun to get a scrub something different in the box for a change. Also I bet this will smell amazing. But I have too many scrubs open to open this right now.

Benefit The Porefessional Super Setter

Full Size: 120 ml

Full Size Cost: $32

Sample Size: 15 ml

Value: $4

I have tried this once before and it is cool it has powder in it so you have to shake it well but it sets down really nice because of that I am pretty excited to be able to test this out a bit more.

Erborian CC Crème in Dore

Full Size: 45 ml

Full Size Cost: $44

Sample Size: 5 ml

Value: $4.89

This is very much the Asian style of cc cream where it starts grey and turns into a color as you rub it in. it is very sheer very glowy I like that it has spf in it I will definitely use this.

Soo Ae Food Story Mask Kiwi

Full Size: 1 mask

Full Size Cost: $3

Soo Ae Food Story Mask in Pomegranate

Full Size: 1 mask

Full Size Cost: $3


I’m pretty happy with this month but not overly thrilled. Just satisfied I guess.

Quick Summary:

Total Value: $42.72

Skincare: 2

Makeup: 2

Tools: 1

Hair Care: 0

Perfume: 0

Other: 1

And as far as sizes:

Full Size: 3

Deluxe Sample: 0

Sample: 3

Ipsy May 2021 Subscription Box Review

Ipsy Bag

Cost: $12 monthly, $132 annual

Cycle: Every Month

What is it: Every month Ipsy sends out a cute makeup bag of samples and full size items. You can review your bag for points that you can trade in for reward items. The rewards change often and the range between 300 points and 1000 points. You can get around 95 points every month.

If you want to subscribe you can subscribe HERE and skip the waitlist. That is my referral link so I do get points to spend but I’m not an affiliate I don’t make any money or anything it’s just the same link any subscriber would get.

You can now customize your bag and pick out one sample per month that will get to be in your bag which is a pretty nice change even though it came with a price increase.


This bag reminds me of Fantasia and I don’t really know why.

Complex Culture All Over Shadow Brush

Full Size: Yes

Full Size Cost: $18

This was my choice for the month I already own this brush I got it in an Ipsy bag in the past but I love it. It is such a good brush blends so well and is so soft. I love this brush it is really good quality and it feels so nice in my hand.

Lasting Smiles Lip Balm in Strawberry Creme

Full Size: 4 pack

Full Size Cost: $19.99

Sample Size: 1, 4.25g

Value: $5

I love a good lip balm and strawberry creme is a flavor I can really get behind. I find it weird that you can only buy these lip balms in 4 packs but what ever.

Goldfaden MD Pure Start Gentle Detoxifying Facial Cleanser

Full Size: 150 ml

Full Size Cost: $35

Sample Size: 20 ml

Value: $4.67

I love this brand but it is so expensive. I don’t believe you need an expensive cleanser since it is on your skin for so short of a time. It is nice to have one to use occasionally though.

Lottie London am to pm Eyeliner in Black

Full Size: 1.1 g

Full Size Cost: $4.49

Sample Size: 1.1 g

Value: $4.49

Yay another black eyeliner. I legit have a drawer full. This is really creamy and smooth and black though so this is a nice one.

Cela Creme Rose Body Lotion

Full Size: 120 ml

Full Size Cost: $34

Sample Size: 30 ml

Value: $8.50

Well I am allergic to roses so I won’t be opening this but it looks really nice.


I really have no feelings about this month like none.

Quick Summary:

Total Value: $

Skincare: 1

Makeup: 1

Tools: 1

Hair Care: 0

Perfume: 0

Other: 2

And as far as sizes:

Full Size: 3

Deluxe Sample: 0

Sample: 2

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