I tried a beauty box that makes Stacey Solomon's £21 go-to bronzer less than £3
Love Island All Stars is set to reveal their winning couple tonight in a fiery episode today (February 19) - and while many will be wondering which loved up duo will be crowned the favourites, or where the outfits are from, I for one am always desperate to know how the girls stay looking so glamorous for the screens.
Health and beauty retailer Boots is once again the official beauty partner for the villa, and has been keeping the dressing room stocked with must-haves and essentials from to Kaz’s go-to
And like in previous years, the high street favourite has including skincare, makeup and haircare - all for a fraction of their retail price, so that you can get the look for less.
As a beauty enthusiast, I couldn't resist seeing which products had earned themselves villa-approved status and was thrilled to be able to restock some familiar products, while discovering some newbies - including celeb favourites.
Priced at just £45, this box , boasting 16 beauty essentials, including five full-size products from top-notch brands like Sol de Janeiro, Byoma, Benefit, and The Inkey List.
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This Iconic bronzer is loved by Stacey Solomon (and is worth £21)The was a personal favourite of mine. Worth £21 alone, it’s garnered rave reviews from shoppers and celebs, including Loose Women’s Stacey Solomon. The lightweight formula gave me that coveted holiday glow I’ve been craving after the dull winter months. It blends beautifully without feeling heavy on the skin, and the longevity is really impressive, lasting all day without going cakey or sinking into the skin.
Products I’ll find myself immediately using daily include the , the latter two of which may be inexpensive but essential. I’m constantly losing bobbles and hunting them down in drawers or cabinets, so a new pack is always welcome. The viral is a firm (and firming) favourite and has been since I tried it last summer, and these mini tubs are a popular addition to beauty advent calendars and seasonal boxes, and always seem to arrive on my doorstep when I’m just running out.
is popular among The Mirror’s fashion and beauty team, and with the recent cold snap leaving my lips sore and cracked, the couldn’t have come at a better time.
One of the full sized products is the £19 for achieving the perfect pout. It’s a darker, mauvy shade perfect for creating some vampy glam and channelling the 90s grunge trend - though I did find the formula to be a little bit tacky on my lips.
The KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Transfer-Proof Liquid Lipstick is worth £19Aside from makeup, the box also includes skincare gems like the , ensuring my skin stays fresh and protected, while the mini will be perfect for throwing in my wash bag for my next weekend away.
Other full-sized products include the , ideal for getting that bronzed look ahead of the warmer months, as well as a will ensure your tresses look salon-fresh, while the offers stunningly-scented exfoliation.
Here’s everything the £45
Iconic London Sheer Bronze 12.5ml (FULL SIZE) - £21
KVD Beauty Everlasting Hyperlight Transfer-Proof Liquid Lipstick 6.6g (FULL SIZE) - £19
St Tropez Gradual Tan Tinted Lotion 200ml (FULL SIZE) - £18
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Garnier Ultimate Blends Glowing Lengths Pineapple Hair Drink Liquid Conditioner 200ml (FULL SIZE) - £9.99
Soap & Glory Magnificoco Body Scrub 300ml (FULL SIZE) - £7.49
The INKEY List Hyaluronic Acid Serum 30ml - £5.99
Sol De Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Cream 25ml - £11
Real Techniques Miracle Complexion Swirl Sponge - £7
Benefit Badgal Bang! Volumising Mascara 4g - £13.50
Boots Ponybands thick brown x10 - £1.50
Boots Hair Clips x2 - £3.50
Byoma Creamy Jelly Cleanser 10ml - 50p
Cetaphil Daily Defence Moisturiser Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ 50g - £14.50
Cetaphil Moisturising Lotion 29ml - £1.22
CeraVe Hydrating Cream to Foam Cleanser 50ml - £8
Eucerin Dry Skin Intensive Lip Balm 10ml - £8
Everything inside the Boots x Love Island All Stars box for £45The limited edition box however, it’s not quite as lucrative as previous launches. For example, but was worth more than £265. That said, the products inside the latest edit still work out at less than £3 each. Sure, there might be one or two items that don't quite hit the mark for me, but they make perfect little gifts for friends and family.
Beauty boxes such as this have become increasingly popular with shoppers looking for a way to stock up on their most-used products, and discover new favourites on a budget. Many of them are worth at least double, if not triple or quadruple the price you pay, and as such, sell out very quickly. And already this year we’ve seen the , and
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