Every year, beauty bundles top the wishlists of mums, grandmas, daughters, and sisters. While some, like the Boots beauty showstopper, offer genuine value, others disappoint. Lookfantastic's Beauty Vault, however, proves to be a standout. Initially sceptical, I found the curation to be exciting, featuring trending products and desirable brands in a stunning gift box.
The vault arrives in premium red board packaging with white ribbon drawer pulls, similar to the brand's sold-out advent calendar. Inside, products are nestled in shredded tissue, though some bubble wrap would have been welcome—the Bleach London hair mask looked a bit worse for wear after opening.
Of the 15 items, six were on my beauty wishlist, including Medik8, Color Wow, Sol de Janeiro, MZ Skin, Zelens, and Fenty. These brands excel in skincare, haircare, bodycare, and makeup. While Rodial and Bleach may not carry the same gravitas as in 2016, the reincarnation mask revived my hair in 10 minutes, and the Rodial eye cream refreshed my under-eyes after a poor night's sleep.
Lookfantastic has thoughtfully varied the formulas. Medik8, Zelens, Rodial, and MZ Skin target dull skin with vitamin C and peptides, offering universal appeal. However, the Grandelash-MD enhancer serum contains prostaglandins that can cause redness and irritation, so caution is advised. Makeup choices are safe and inclusive, with sheer Fenty gloss bomb stix, neutral Morphe eyeshadows, and a setting spray for all skin types.
The Stylpro mini microcurrent device is a highlight—a more affordable alternative to the Ziip halo that quickly reduced morning puffiness. With over 80% savings on the full worth of products, the vault offers genuine value. Unlike Lookfantastic's 25-day advent calendar, there are no sample sizes or double-ups, making it a more desirable haul.
