UK 'Love Me Beauty' box reviews: July, August, September

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In July, I subscribed to 'Love Me Beauty' box, a subscription beauty box that allowed the consumer to choose between a set of four or five set menus with varying products to best suit their needs. This beauty box differed from the others on the market because the consumer could make a selection on their box, so the products were not completely a surprise. 

However, 'Love Me Beauty' changed their process (business plan) in September. There were actually a lot of problems with their website. It took some time to register their DNS (website migration), which meant their website was offline for awhile and is only accessible if you put the 'www' in front of their web address. Also, it appears that they failed to test the website or put processes in place to migrate users and data. Many were left frustrated, and I also had some issues and could not place my order for a few days.

I am not too happy because the reward points that I had earned for the past two months no longer exist. Their website is also not easy to use.  Bad website and technical issues aside, they changed their business plan. Instead of allowing consumers to choose between one of four or five set menus, consumers can now custom-build their box from a number of products based on "credits". Each user gets six credits each month to use, and products cost either one credit or two credits each, depending on the size of the product. When I reserved my products, most of the products were two credits, and that would only limit me to three products instead of the four or five in past boxes. I ended up spending extra to purchase one of the items I wanted. In addition, they have also hiked up their prices, so this subscription box is now less value for money.

September Box

September was the first box that allowed the consumer to customise their box. However, six credits for each box is a bit tight. I ended up ordering four items using my credits and paying an additional amount for a fifth item. This box also came with the items in a drawstring bag, similar to Birchbox. Apparently next month will see a new box design launch.

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Swedish Spa Cooling Shower Mousse: This foamy shower gel is easy to use and lathers up for a quick shower. [2 credits, full size]

anatomicals sleep balm: I loved the quirky packaging and decided to give this product a try as it is meant to aid sleep. The lavender-scented lotion should be massaged into your skin. I gave this a try, and while it does calm, the product did not last long. [2 credits, full size]

Murad Exfoliating Mask: This mask made my face feel fresh and clean. Too bad that there's only enough for a one-time use. [1 credit, sample size]

Malin + Goetz Peppermint Shampoo: I like peppermint scented products, so I decided to give this product a try. The product smells nice, but the shampoo feels a little dry on my scalp. I like shampoo that makes my hair feel soft because it tangles so easily. [1 credit, sample size]

anatomicals 'London, New York, Paris and Foam' body cleanser: This was the product that I purchased, and it is a nicely-scented shower gel. [purchased separately]

August Box

August was the last month of the set-menu box choice format for 'Love Me Beauty'. I was not such a big fan of August's choices. All four box set-menu options included the same brow-liner in blond. First of all, I don't use brow-liner. Second, I don't have blond hair. 

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Marsk Mineral Eye Shadow in Foiled Again: This silver eye shadow is amazing. I applied it with a brush, and the silver colour shimmers. This product is great for going out and draws attention to my eyes. This is my favourite item in the box by far.

Mirabella Lip Definer in Tart: This product was actually meant to be a different colour than the one that was sent. This one is brighter and more 'red', and in my opinion, it isn't as nice as the colour of the one that I was meant to receive. I used this liner when I wanted bold lipstick, and it works alright. It is similar to other eye-liners that I have used.

The One Eye Liner: This was a nice product and similar to other eye-liners that I have used.

A La Carte Brow Ink (in blond): I don't use brow-defining products, and this item in this colour (blond) was in all of the options for the "Love Me Beauty" box. I tried the product, and it is a brown shade, which could work well for people with lighter hair colour. The colour is still too light to look good on my brows. I've read other posts from bloggers with the same dilemma, and they suggested using the product as an eyeliner instead. The product is a good one and leaves fine lines. I'll be giving it away.

July Box

Hot Spring Sauna face mask: I loved this product. Face masks are always good, and I have used this brand before. I have not used this particular mask, though. The product is orange in colour and it heated my skin as soon as it came into contact with my face. I gently moisturised it, as that is what the packet said to do. My skin felt moisturised afterwards whereas it was extremely dry prior to that. With these face masks, I only ever need about half of the sachet. I keep the other half to use at another time.

Urban Veda Daily Purifying Facial Wash: This facial wash has a pleasant smell and left my face feeling clean and fresh. I have a lot of different facial washes, so I cannot get too excited because I use other brands.

NYX Cosmetics Nail Polish (in Beach Glitter): This nail polish is a blue-grey colour and is very sparkly. I applied three coats to my nails, and it leaves them sparkly with a light blue tinge. I like the product, and it does not take too long to dry.

Beauty UK High Brow Kit: This is probably the least favourite product in the box because I don't spend time on my brows. In fact, I've never touched my brows or added any makeup to them. I've used the product, and it does fill out brows, but I feel that this looks just odd on me.

Model Co Eye Define Pencil: This is an eyeliner with a built-in sharpener for the pencil, which is perfect. I do not like when I have to hunt for a sharpener to sharpen other lip/eyeliners, so I like this product. Other than that, it is the same as any other eye definers that I have used.

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Do you subscribe to 'Love Me Beauty'? What are your thoughts on the product or the subscription boxes?

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