The Target beauty boxes aren’t subscription boxes (or even mystery boxes) but they do contain a variety of curated products and I thought they would be fun to unbox. Each box contains sample sizes (although I did get one full size product) and costs $7. These boxes are not carried in store and have to be ordered online (shipping is free). If you’re interested you will want to sign up to be notified when the boxes are available as they sell out fairly quick.

There are actually two different boxes, although both are referred to as “beauty boxes.” One box contains skin care products and one box contains general beauty items (makeup, body wash, deodorant, etc.). To avoid confusion (hopefully) I’m going to refer to one as the skin care box and one as the beauty box.

Time to stop yacking and start unboxing! Let’s start with the beauty (non skin care) box.

Overall Box Impressions: For $7 this is a great box. There is a WIDE variety of items and brands you can receive but that’s part of the fun. I figure if I get something I don’t like or won’t use, I can donate it a local domestic violence shelter or add it to a future giveaway. You also get a coupon for $3 off a beauty purchase (cosmetics, skin care, hair care) of $15 or more. In this box I was impressed by the full deodorant product and the micellar water. We also got to cotton rounds (maybe to go with the micellar cleansing water) but I didn’t include those in the items below.

Garnier Micellar Water

For the longest time I didn’t understand (or really believe) the hype around micellar water but once I got some (I use the Simple brand) I discovered micellar water removes makeup, in particular waterproof makeup, much better than regular cleansers. While I love the Simple brand, I will give this Garnier product a try.

Schmidt’s Naturals Activated Charcoal Toothpaste

This product is supposed to help freshen breath and combat plaque, playing on the current activated charcoal hype. However, this product does NOT contain flouride so I will be donating it to someone.

Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Skin Therapy Oil

This skin oil is intended to improve the appearance of scars and help even skin tone. I’d like to try this on my face but I’m a little worried it will be too greasy and cause a breakout. I will be doing some additional research to see if it is safe for acne-prone skin.

Maybelline Eye Studio Master Precise All Day Liner

Eyeliners. . .a common staple in boxes. This eyeliner has a brush tip and appears to be fairly thin. However, I normally use an eye pencil, not a brush tip. I was on FaceTime when I opened this box and my friend has already claimed this item since it’s not something I’ll use.

Method Body Wash Pure Peace

A body wash from Method with peony, rose water and pink sea salt. I use bar soap so I’ll be setting this aside for donation. The smell is not overwhelming but definitely feminine.

Love Beauty & Plant Deodorant

Lastly, I got a full size stick of deodorant in the scent lavender. It should be noted this is deodorant, not anti-antiperspirant and does not contain aluminum. I’m not sure I would want to use this for a workout or for a full day at work but I think it would be ok to use when at home or running a quick errand. It does smell great!