Glamour's Party to Pillow Beauty Box has landed – here's everything you need to know
Glamour's Party to Pillow Beauty Box has landed – and it could not be more perfectly timed. TBH, I've always found beauty shopping a tad overwhelming at this time of year. Not for a failure of knowing what I like – nor for a shortage of discounts (anyone else not able to move for Black Friday deals dropping in their inbox?). I'm just greedy, wanting to try everything – and it can be difficult to know how to prioritise where I spend my money.
That's where I've found the Glamour Beauty Box to be particularly helpful: a bi-monthly beauty box, curated by Glamour editors who have actually tested the products inside, with the aim of helping recipients to forge a new beauty regime, get their hands on viral products, and trial new brands. The Glamour Beauty box does all the hard work for us. We don't have to sift through new-in sections to find specific products, nor do we have to pay excessive shipping fees to secure one trending lip oil. Rather, a fresh beauty regimen is created for us.
There have been some stellar Glamour Beauty Boxes drops this year (the Summer Ready Box was a particular standout) – but IMO? The Beauty Team has saved the best ‘til last. Today, the Glamour Party to Pillow Beauty Box drops – aptly named as a nod to the upcoming festive party season – and it’s worth over £200.
Party to Pillow contains a selection of beauty products handpicked by Glamour's trusted Beauty Editors, each tested by the team, as is always the case. Inside, there's a plethora of essentials needed to elevate our festive party makeup looks – plus skincare to rejuvenate our complexions the next day. Simple takes centre-stage here, with the Repair+ Cream Cleanser, Repair+ Rich Cream, and Repair Bio-Lipid + Ceramide Serum included.
Simple Spotlight:
Three shining stars of Simple's Repair+ range have been included in this edition of the Glamour Beauty Box: the range an affordable, cult favourite for the winter period when your skin needs a little extra TLC. Repair+ is centred around active repair of the skin barrier, where ingredients including Bio-Lipids and Ceramides work to instantly hydrate, smooth and support nutrient absorption.
Though we may be biased – whether you're a beauty novice, seasoned beauty buff or looking for a great gift for the woman in your life – The Pillow To Party Edit is sure to make those getting-ready sessions and post-night-out pamper mornings feel a whole lot fancier.
Before we dig into the contents, it's worth noting that first-time customers of the Glamour Beauty Box can secure the goods for £24 (full price £29) – and get a free gift worth £17 – if they enter the promotional code “FEELGOOD15” at the checkout. What's more, there are still some Glamour Advent Calendars remaining – get an exclusive £20 off the Glamour Advent Calendar when you use the code GLAMFAM20OFF.
How does the subscription work?
If this is the first time you have heard about the Glamour Beauty Boxes (where have you been?), here’s everything you need to know.
The Beauty Box is released bi-monthly, which means subscribers will receive the curated bundle once every two months. Each Beauty Box guarantees at least five full-size products: ideal to get a flavour of each viral buy, and invest in further full sizes when you run out.
There is free delivery, which is a bonus, though customers can pause their Beauty Box subscription, skip a box, and renew their subscription at any time. Plus, Glamour has a flexible payment plan option that allows you to spread the cost over time. Alternatively, you can subscribe annually and save: get six boxes for the price of five.
While some may treat themselves to Glamour's Beauty Box (because why on earth not?), it also makes the perfect gift for a relative or friend who deserves a pamper this Christmas. The question is, is it party or nap time?
Ahead, everything that's inside Glamour's Party to Pillow Beauty Box:
Inside Glamour's Party to Pillow Beauty Box
Vieve Lip Dew Strawb, £21
ICYMI, Vieve is the brainchild of beauty mogul Jamie Genevieve, a popular brand that has continued to expand this year. She stocks an array of bestselling products that Glamour editors reach for time-and-time-again – from the Skin Nova Complexion Balm to the Poutder lip mousse, the coveted Skin Nova and – my personal favourite – the Lip Dew.
There's no denying we all suffer from chapped lips at some point throughout the winter months. Lip Dew is the solution (or my solution anyway): a hybrid between a lip gloss and a lip oil which offers the high-shine, glass-like finish of a gloss with the nourishing and healing benefits of a lip oil.
Lip Dew contains vitamin E and camellia oil, which soothe cracked lips, deliver an intense boost of hydration and leave your lips ultra soft. Although it is available to buy in seven colours on Vieve's website, you will find the newest iteration, Strawb, in your Beauty Box. Aren't you lucky?
Inside Glamour's Party to Pillow Beauty Box
Simple Repair+ 11% Bio-Lipid + Ceramide Serum, £9.99
This lightweight facial serum has become my go-to of late, formulated to mimic the skin's natural biology and repair processes to treat and protect your skin barrier. It contains a potent blend of pro-ceramides and omega, which accelerate the skin's natural repair processes at a cellular level. It also contains niacinamide, and vegan glycerin, which work together to help to improve skin texture, tone, and deliver a needed boost of hydration.
Apply on cleansed skin, or blend with your Simple moisturiser (more on that below) to level-up your skincare routine.
Top tip: Avoid touching the pipette to your skin, as this can spread any acne-causing bacteria and dirt, which nobody wants.
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Rodial Soft Focus Glow Booster Drops, £75
Being told your skin is glowing is the ultimate compliment, right? Well, brace yourselves to be inundated with praise when you apply Rodial's multipurpose Soft Focus Glow Booster Drops.
This hybrid product doubles down as a facial serum and a highlighter. The formula is enriched with Squalane, Glycerin and antioxidants, which work together to moisturise, smooth and brighten the skin. The formula also contains a subtle pearlescent tint, which instantly illuminates the skin for a glowy finish, though it's not iridescent. It also blurs any pigmentation, breakouts, and fine lines for a flawless finish and radiant complexion.
A few drops of this weightless serum can be applied directly to the skin, concentrated on the cheekbones, or added to your daily moisturiser, which is also included in this bundle. Alternatively blend a few droplets with your foundation, skin tint or tinted moisturiser for an added glow.
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Simple Repair+ Cream Cleanser 240ml, £8.99
Simple by name, not simple by nature. This cleanser removes stubborn make-up without stripping the skin's natural oils, while also functioning to hydrate the skin.
This cleanser turns into a gentle lather that melts stubborn eye makeup off and removes other dirt and grime lingering on the skin's surface that could contribute to breakouts. It has been formulated with skin-loving ingredients, including hyaluronic acid and pro-ceramides, which repair, nourish and hydrate the skin, as well as reinforce the skin barrier.
Simple's creation is suitable for those with dry and dehydrated skin as it provides a dose of hydration, but it is also recommended by dermatologists for those with sensitive skin because it is free from harsh chemicals and fragrance.
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Biodance Mask (1 pack), £4
The Biodance Korean face masks have fast become a viral sensation, and it's not hard to see why. These gel masks are infused with a high concentration of skin-loving ingredients to achieve coveted Korean glass skin, which dehydrated complexions will drink up.
Each mask contains 234 Dalton ultra-low molecular collagen, which is a key anti-ageing ingredient that contributes to tighter, brighter, plump and revitalised skin. This mask also works to tighten pores for those prone to congestion, which is all of us living in a big city, slapping on make-up, and braving public transport day and night.
Top tip: Pop this mask in the fridge before use to de-puff the face and revitalise those tired party eyes.
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Simple Repair+ Rich Cream 50ml, £9.99
The Rich Cream completes Simple's Repair+ trifecta included in this bundle, and is a key step in any skincare routine.
The pro-ceramides accelerate the skin's natural healing process to treat breakouts, which is supported by cica that also soothes inflamed skin, reduces any redness, and strengthens the skin barrier. This vegan formula is deeply hydrating and claims to improve the skin's moisture level by 96%. The Rich Cream leaves the skin looking and feeling hydrated on the inside and out.
While it is described a rich cream, it has a velvet-like finish, which is butter soft on the skin and not greasy or heavy. It has been dermatologically tested and is suitable to use on all skin types, including those with sensitive skin.
Top tip: Pair with the serum and you will have hydrated and dewy skin in no time.
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Flanerie Dark Circles Relief and Uplift Eye Serum, £57
The Flanerie Dark Circles Relief and Uplift Eye Serum is one of the most expensive items in the bundle. In fact, it retails for almost double the price of the entire Glamour Beauty Box.
I constantly battle with extremely dark under eyes, which are a kaleidoscope of purple and tones that heavy duty concealer can't always cover. So, I am pleasantly surprised to find this premium eye serum that promises to kick my eye bags, which are bigger than a Birkin bag, to the curb, especially after one too many late nights.
The formula is a blend of butterfly bush and moth bean extract, which combine to protect against UVA damage, detoxify the sensitive area, improve the skin's antioxidant defences and skin barrier, as well as combat collagen breakdown that can leave the eye area looking sullen and tired. Hyaluronic acid gives the fine skin around the eye area an intense boost of hydration, which also helps to plump any fine lines and smooth crepe-like skin texture, for a rejuvenated complexion.
It's a lightweight serum that blends seamlessly into the skin without leaving any tacky residue, or spoiling any make-up applied on top. Shoppers have praised it for leaving them looking “more refreshed”, which is exactly what the doctor ordered.
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delilah Smooth Shadow Stick (Honey Moon), £23.50
While there are several products to ring home about, it's delilah's award-winning Smooth Shadow Stick that gets the gold star. This long-wearing eyeshadow pencil boasts a strong pigment, is easy to apply, and offers a crease-proof finish, which is a game-changer in the eye make-up category.
The formula has been designed to deliver a silky smooth glide when it hits the eyelid, which is perfect for mature skin as the chubby pencil doesn't pull the skin on the delicate area. This design feature also makes it easy for those, like us, who don't have a steady hand. Simply sweep the pencil over the eyelids to magically create a stellar eye make-up look in seconds – who needs a MUA?
What we love most is how versatile the Smooth Shadow Stick is. It can be worn as an eyeliner and applied on the lash line, or the water line to brighten your eyes. Alternatively, it can be buffed into the eyelid and worn as a primer, applied as a standalone eyeshadow, or layered with other eye shadows, depending on your desired make-up look. delilah has created nine colours, but the shade Honey Moon, which is a pearlescent rose gold hue, can be found in the Glamour bundle.
Top tip: Apply a small sweep of the Smooth Shadow Stick in the corners of your eyes, and buff out, which will instantly brighten your eyes, especially when you're heading from the office to your Christmas party.
Ready to shop? Remember that first-time customers of the Glamour Beauty Box can secure the goods for £24 (full price £29) – and get a free gift worth £17 – if they enter the promotional code “WELCOME15” at the checkout.
What's more, there are still some Glamour Advent Calendars remaining – get an exclusive £20 off the Glamour Advent Calendar when you use the code GLAMFAM20OFF.
