The beauty industry gets no rest – new products are constantly being launched, and the market is full to the brim.
Do you know what would be great?
If you had a chance to try new and trending products at a lower cost – at least until you find what works for you.
Well, that’s no longer a far-fetched wish.
Beauty subscriptions allow you to get some products monthly or quarterly at a lower cost.
Some of them even give you access to early-release or exclusive products and some offer personalization.
Sounds great, doesn’t it?
But the beauty market is no joke. There are tons of subscription boxes available at varying costs; how will you choose your favorite?
Leave that to me! Here are my top picks for the best luxury beauty subscription boxes for makeup, skincare, and fragrance.
1. BeautyFIX – Skincare
The BeautyFIX subscription by Dermstore offers a selection of the best skincare brands all around.
For a monthly cost of $24.95, you can unwrap a box of six full-size and travel-size beauty products. You can also get a discounted price if you subscribe annually or quarterly.
Because the BeautyFIX subscription is created by beauty pros, it only offers sophisticated skincare brands. I’m talking Olaplex, La Roche Posay, SkinMedica, CORSX, etc.
Though you likely won’t need every item you receive in this box, it’s nice to have a chance to test new products you wouldn’t buy on your own.
2. Ipsy – Makeup and Skincare
If you only want makeup and skincare products, the Ipsy subscription offers top-rated products for an appealing price of $14 a month.
My favorite thing about this box is that it’s surprising yet tailored to your preferences.
Before subscribing, you go through an online quiz that tells the beauty pros a little about your preferences, skin tone, hair color, etc.
After that, you receive five products that change every month, and you get to choose a bonus item in each box.
Though the subscription is priced fairly, the products inside are worth up to $70.
3. Curology – Custom Skincare
If your skin is as picky as mine, you’re probably on a constant hunt for products that won’t cause breakouts and will actually do what they’re supposed to.
I’ve done plenty of waiting for products to do their work – clearing blemishes, smoothening skin, removing dark spots, etc. So I know how frustrating it can be, especially when the result is underwhelming.
That’s why I prefer customized skincare, and luckily, Curology offers a custom skincare regimen for a monthly subscription.
To start the subscription, you’ll go through a consultation with a licensed dermatologist, and then you’ll receive prescription-grade products that are combined specifically for your skin condition.
The products will contain a combination of three active ingredients – these can include azelaic acid, tretinoin, etc., depending on your needs.
Though the price can vary depending on the add-ons you order, receiving custom skincare is worth every dollar!
4. Margot Elena – Fragrance, Bath, and Beauty Products
If you don’t want to settle for anything less than the best, a Margot Elena subscription may be what you’re looking for.
It’s more costly than most options on this list, but you’ll receive premium full-size products valued at $200. For me, that sounds like quite the bargain.
The previous quarterly boxes from Margot Elena included best-selling products, including the Tokyomilk Parfum Crema, Cottage Greenhouse Lip Butter, Infinite She Body Lotion, and Lollia Shower Gel.
It’s a chance to try various products from the luxury brand and create your own regimen later on.
Or if you like the surprise factor, you can keep subscribing to the box and getting surprise products!
5. Prose – Custom Haircare
If you have enough skincare products and makeup, but the haircare area is where you lack, Prose is the answer.
The brand customizes haircare products for each buyer according to their hair type, preferences, skin conditions, etc.
Before subscribing, you go through a series of questions that tell Prose about the unique needs of your hair, and you get a haircare box specifically made for you.
There’s no set subscription cost since all products are customized, so it depends on what you choose.
While that may pose a challenge for some, I love the fact that I don’t have to do any guesswork anymore to get the right products for my hair.
The Final Verdict
If you’re looking for a makeup subscription box, look no further than Ipsy. The price is insanely competitive, and the products you get are of decent quality.
If you prefer choosing your makeup yourself, you may need help with skincare and haircare. In that case, you can opt for Prose for hair or Curology for skincare.
Personally? I’m all for Margot Elena’s inclusive boxes! I love the fact that I can get bath products, fragrances, and beauty products in the same box.
Do you have any favorite luxury beauty subscription boxes? Let me know in the comments below!