Boots has launched a Festival Beauty Box priced at £55 that offers a total value of over £265, according to the retailer. The box contains 15 products, 12 of which are full-sized, representing a saving of £210.40. Shoppers have noted that the box effectively pays for itself with just two products: the Milk Makeup Kush Mascara, worth £30, and Typebea's full-size dry shampoo, valued at £25.
Festival-Ready Beauty Essentials
The Festival Beauty Box combines makeup, skincare, and haircare to help festivalgoers maintain a fresh look throughout the weekend. It includes popular brands such as Sol de Janeiro, Too Faced, Milk Makeup, COSRx, Dr Jart, Byoma, and The Ordinary. The box is not exclusive to festival ticket holders and is available to all shoppers.
Bethan Shufflebotham, reporting for the Mirror, noted that the edit features a balance of fan favourites and under-the-radar picks. Korean skincare is a major theme, with brands like COSRx, Dr Jart, and Illiyoon included. COSRx's cult-favourite Snail Mucin Essence is known for its hydrating formula, while Illiyoon's Ceramide Ato Cream strengthens the skin barrier after sun exposure.
Standout Products and Shoppers' Reactions
Among the highlights is Dr Jart's Cicapair Colour Correcting Treatment, which reduces redness without heavy foundation. Sol de Janeiro's Cheirosa 62 perfume mist is a popular summer fragrance, and the 30ml bottle is ideal for handbags or festival backpacks. Rehab's Sunshine Spritz Hair Oil smooths frizz without greasiness, and Patchology's hydrogel masks provide a quick skin boost.
Makeup items include the Too Faced Quickie Queen Cream Eyeshadow Stick, Milk Makeup Kush Mascara, and REM Beauty Glossy Balm in Cherry Cola. One shopper commented: “Honestly, love it. The mascara alone is worth £30. Full-size dry shampoo worth £25. Lots of full size products i would never pay full price for, so happy.” Another added: “I love this box, everything is fabulous. I especially love the makeup in it.”
Critiques and Alternatives
Some shoppers felt the box could be more festival-focused. One wrote: “Nice box, range of products little confused by how it's 'festival' as it seems to contain mostly skin care, but it is great with good products.” The box includes practical items like Typebea's dry shampoo and Byoma's face mist, but lacks travel deodorant or chafing prevention products like Megababe Thigh Rescue.
For comparison, LookFantastic's Summer Beauty Edit (£40) features brands like Aveeno, NARS, Sol de Janeiro, Supergoop! Glowscreen SPF, and Living Proof Dry Shampoo. Cult Beauty's Sunny Escapes Edit includes NudeStix All Over Face Bronze Colour and Gisou Honey Infused Lip Oil.
Complete List of Products
- Too Faced Quickie Queen Cream Eyeshadow Stick (full size)
- Milk Makeup Kush Mascara (full size)
- REM Beauty Glossy Balm in Cherry Cola (full size)
- Typebea G5 3-in-1 Dry Shampoo (full size)
- The Ordinary SPF45 UV Filters Serum (full size)
- Byoma Balancing Face Mist (full size)
- COSRx Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Essence (full size)
- Rehab Sunshine Spritz Hair Oil (full size)
- Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream (full size)
- Dr Jart Cicapair Colour Correcting Treatment (full size)
- First Aid Beauty Brighten & Glow Eye Cream (full size)
- Patchology Chill Mode Hydrogel Face Mask (full size)
- Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
- Mamonde Flora Rose Liquid Mask
- Mamonde Calming Shot Azulene Ampoule
With a £210 saving and premium brands, the £55 Festival Edit is available at Boots.
