The Parcel by Marie Claire - Spring Edit - Review (New Australian Beauty Subscription Box)

Hooray! Australia's newest Beauty Subscription Box, The Parcel by Marie Claire has launched this month with the Spring Edit. The box contains products hand picked by editors of Marie Claire magazine and is released quartely, and each box is matched to particular seasons.

I signed up monthly, so this box cost me $25. There is also options to sign up annually (4 boxes) for $90 and annually + subscription to Marie Claire (4 boxes, 12 issues) for $149.

To read more about The Parcel by Marie Claire go to www.theparcel.com.au.

The Parcel arrived in a black box printed with The Parcel logo, with an outside cardboard sleeve, as you can see below. My address was printed on the sleeve, which is a nice personal touch. (I've blurred out my address in the photo below for privacy reasons):

The box is very sturdy and arrived in good condition (no dents).

Opening the box, it had some black tissue paper covering the items, with a little information card which specifies all the products included. My name is actually printed on this card, which is another nice personal touch (this just makes it really feel like it's handpicked for you, even though you know it isn't!)

Onto the exciting part and what was actually in the box and my thoughts about each!

Lancome Visionnaire Advanced Skin Corrector (7ml sample)
RRP $97

I've never actually tried Lancome skincare. It's always been a little bit out of my price range, however recently I've been making the transition to mid-high end makeup and I am gradually doing the same with my skincare. This serum claims to visibly correct wrinkles, pores and skin texture in 6 weeks. I love a good serum so am happy to receive this and look forward to trying it out.

Revlon ColorStay Moisture Stain (full size)
RRP $25.95

I actually was going to purchase some of these at Priceline the other day but they only had one shade left (they were on sale) which I didn't like. I received 035 Miami Fever, which isn't one I'd usually pick for myself however I love it! I love when you receive colours like this that push you out of your comfort zone. This is also a new release in Australia so it's great to see something so new in a box like this.

Gwen Stefani by O.P.I Nail Lacquer (full size)
RRP $19.95

Love a full size O.P.I included! Yeee haaa! I've not even seen any of the Gwen Stefani line but since then I've done a little research and want the rest! I received this in 'Sing in Color' which is a very very deep red, described as blackberry (and reminds me of red wine). It is a stunning colour, and is perfect for me. Adore this inclusion.

Benefit They're Real Push Up Liner (0.1g sample) RRP $35
Benefit They're Real Mascara (3g sample) RRP $38

So very happy to receive the push up liner. I've heard so many mixed reviews about this, so it's good to be able to try this for myself without investing almost $40. I love gel liner so this is right up my alley. The Mascara is obviously a cult product and I've used it before and loved it, so again this is perfect for me. Great additions by including Benefit (everyone loves Benefit!)

Loreal Paris Elnett Satin Hairspray (purse size) RRP $4.95

I've never used this hairspray before but I have actually heard a lot about it. It is apparently an undectable, ultra-fine mist that provideds long lasting hold but allows for movement. It can also be brushed out at the end of the day without leaving your hair crunchy. This sounds perfect for me so I'm excited to try this!

Pantene Pro-V Daily Moisture Renewal Shampoo & Conditioner (40ml samples)
RRP $4.99 each

I received these samples in Bellabox last month and I wasn't very impressed with them. This is my least favourite inclusion to the box.

 

Overall I am pretty happy with this box. Luckily I did receive the two 'lucky dip' products in colours that I want/will wear (the lip stain and nail polish), but I think that if they were miss colours I wouldn't be as happy. It does give a good mix of products - skincare, makeup and haircare which I think is fabulous and the mix of brands was good too.

I have actually unsubscribed from The Parcel but that is nothing to do with what I received. I'm still subscribed to Lust Have It and I have a zillion products and samples that I need to use up prior to getting more. Once LHI has finished I will think about going back to The Parcel. It will be interesting to see what their next boxes contain!

What are your thoughts on the newest Australian beauty box subscription? Are you subscribed?