GlossyBox.com offers “an ideal way to test high-end products without visiting a department store.” Sign up for the service and each month you’ll receive a box containing five sample products from various luxury brands. ($21 monthly)
Goodebox.com provides a similar service, but sends out only products that the service has deemed eco-friendly. ($18 monthly)
Birchbox.com is “more of a mixed bag”—including items like stationery with the beauty products it sends out. ($10 monthly)
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BeautyArmy.com asks each user to fill out a profile, then recommends a group of products to try. If nothing appeals, you can skip the service for the month and won’t be charged. ($12 monthly)
Ipsy.com employs a panel of beauty experts to send you “their new go-to cosmetics.” ($10 monthly)
Source: Real Simple
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