Last week Boots customers rushed to get their hands on a £25 Spring Beauty Box containing almost £100-worth of anti-ageing skincare products. The box proved so popular, it's now sold out.
But now another budget beauty box containing almost £100-worth of premium skincare products has beauty buffs excited.The £40 LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box contains over £96-worth of skin care, including some full-size products, which are worth almost half the price of the entire box alone.
Caudalie is an upmarket skincare brand, and it's full size products often cost around £30 to £40 each. But the LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box allows people to try out these products before investing more money into the brand.
I tried the box myself to see if it is worth splashing out on. As always, as well as my own hands on experience of using the products, I've included reviews from other women to give a more rounded view of the products inside the £40 LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box worth £96.
Having tried everything inside the £40 LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box worth £96, my hero product was undoubtedly the Vinergetic C+ Instant Detox Mask, which has gone viral on Tik Tok recently The mask alone is worth £26 - more than half the price of the entire box
The Vinergetic C+ Instant Detox Mask promises to cleanse the skin of all its impurities, visibly eliminate excess sebum and visibly tighten pores. As suggested, I used the mask twice in a week, and saw instant results.
In the past I have used face masks which actually dried my skin out, but this one certainly didn't. It left my complexion looking fresh, clear and glowing, like it promised to, and I was pleasantly surprised.
After using the Vinergetic C+ Instant Detox Mask, my skin also felt noticeably tighter - something which I absolutely loved. It felt a little bit like I'd just had Botox, just without any of the pain - a win. It wasn't the best smelling thing I've ever used on my face, but to be honest, after seeing the results, I'm not mad about it.
The Vinergetic C+ Instant Detox Mask also made my pores look reduced, and, as such, my foundation is going on a lot smoother. But to be honest, after a routine using the products inside the £40 LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box worth £96, my skin was glowing and dewy to the point where I didn't need foundation so much.
Another hero product which, in my hands on analysis led to glowy skin, was the Vinoperfect Radiance Serum. A full 30ml bottle of this would usually cost you £50, so the smaller 10ml bottle worth £17 in the Lookfantastic beauty box is well worth a go if you want to try it before buying the full thing.
The Vinoperfect Radiance Serum has plenty of five-star reviews on the Lookfantastic website, so I couldn't wait to give it a go myself. After trying the serum, one person said: "I love this serum - it makes my skin so glowy and healthy I’ve had so many compliments on my skin. I can breakout easily and I have had no breakouts with this at all, it’s really changed my skin! Highly recommend! "
A second fan of the serum wrote: "This is an amazing serum, probably the best I’ve used. I instantly saw great results and my skin felt different as soon as I used it. Would definitely recommend!"
"Bought this to try as I saw it all over tiktok and was intrigued to see if it would do anything for my skin and the marks left and it really did. Skin looked brighter and hydrated. Would definitely repurchase!" said somebody else. Another said: "This is just miracle in a bottle for me. It has cleared up my pigmentation around my mouth so well. Always a staple in my skincare."
Like other reviewers, after trying the Vinoperfect Radiance Serum for myself, I fell instantly in love. I am an absolute sucker for glowy, hydrated skin, and this product gave instant results. As mentioned, I have quite dry skin, and the Vinoperfect Radiance Serum has made it feel a lot more hydrated and smooth.
I have a little bit of pigmentation under my eyes (it's not really noticeable to anybody else, but I know it's there), so I'll definitely continue to use this serum in the hope it will help to clear it up. And, given how much it makes my skin glow, I'll undoubtedly be purchasing a full-size bottle in the near future.
Also included in the £40 LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box worth £96, is a pot of cult anti-ageing product Vinoperfect Night Cream. A full size pot of this costs £31.45 on the John Lewis website.
The anti-dark spot anti-ageing night cream acts as a gentle overnight peel to reveal fresh and luminous skin upon awakening. Overnight it helps to visibly reduce dark spots, while skin texture is smoothed and skin tone is evened.
I've been putting this cream on before bed over the past week, and my skin has felt much more hydrated each morning. It sinks in really nicely, and the texture isn't greasy. I don't have any dark spots (yet), so I can't comment on how well it reduces them, but other reviewers seem to be impressed.
Having tried the cream for herself, one reviewer gave the anti-ageing cream five stars, writing: "My skin loves this night cream! It doesn't leave my face looking / feeling greasy, it has a nice texture and last all night giving me that soft moisture, feel in the morning. I do have a lot of sun spots from over the years but have noticed after a few weeks, that they're lighter."
Somebody else said of the Vinoperfect Night Cream: "I have been suffering from skin pigmentation and dark spots so have been trying this cream and it definitely seems to be helping . I've only been using about 6 weeks and it's definitely less visible. It's quite a thick cream so the pot is hardly used but I have loved the smell and it definitely make my skin feel refreshed as well as looking better for it!"
Another product I need to shout about having tried it, is the Caudalie Beauty Elixir - worth £15. If you've read any of my reviews before, you'll know I absolutely adore a hydrating face spritz, and always have one in my handbag, wherever I am and whatever I'm doing.
The Caudalie Beauty Elixir is inspired by the 'elixir of youth' used by Queen Isabelle of Hungary, and is a revitalising facial mist that promises to give a dewy radiance. It is enriched with botanical extracts, and helps to refine the look of pores while combatting dullness. The spray can be used on bare skin or as a setting spray over makeup, or as an aftershave spritz for men.
I've been using it as a setting spray, and it's been giving my makeup a dewy finish. I also keep it handy so I can spritz my face during the day - and it's been helping to keep my dull and tired skin at bay during lengthy work days in front of a laptop. Unfortunately the weather has been very British lately, so I've not been able to use it to cool my skin down in the hot weather - but I imagine this would be ideal to keep in your beach bag on holiday if you're looking to stay hydrated in the sun.
The Caudalie Beauty Elixir also smells amazing thanks to all of the essential oils it contains. It is infused with grape extracts for a glowing complexion, alongside rosemary essential oil, soothing orange blossom and rose extracts. Benzoin, myrrh and astringent organic mint further tone and refresh the skin, supporting a bright, radiant and refined complexion.
Reviewing the Beauty Elixir on the Lookfantastic website, one person wrote: "This has a lovely scent and is great to give your skin a little freshen up. I apply it when I’m home from work and have removed my makeup. It feels light on my face and offers a little moisture. It’s a great cool down after a day in the sun."
Another wrote: "The caudalie spray is amazing beautiful uplifting smell and hydrates your face the entire day." Somebody else said: "Love love love....moisturising gives beautiful glow and perfect travel/handbag size."
Some people did say they find the scent a little too strong. However, it's one of those things that is totally down to personal choice, so if you find essential oils soothing, you'll like it.
The full-size Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser, worth £18 on the Boots website, also comes in the box. I used it in the morning and at night over the past week to wash my face, and it's helping to keep my skin feeling smooth and reduce pores.
The Caudalie Vinopure Purifying Gel Cleanser made my skin feel refreshed after taking my makeup off, and cleaned my face nicely before putting on the Vinoperfect Night Cream at bed time.
One reviewer said: "I have tried many face washes but this the only product that doesn’t leave my skin tight afterwards. I use it after cleansing oil and my skin feels wonderfully clean, fresh and smooth. I also love the fragrance, its fresh and feels luxurious. Would definitely recommend."
Another wrote: "This is my favourite cleanser - I have oily skin and every time I use this cleanser my skin feels refreshed and clean, I wouldnt want to uae anything else!"
Finally, I need to shout about the Vinosource-Hydra Gel Moisturiser. A full 50ml pot is £29 on the Boots website, where the moisturiser has had more than 1100 five-star reviews - so I was expecting big things.
The Vinosource-Hydra Grape Water Gel Moisturizer offers an intesnse boost of natural hydration that intensely hydrates and reinforces the skin's barrier. Formulated without silicones, its ultra-fresh gel texture melts into the skin without leaving an oily finish. The skin instantly feels more supple and the complexion looks fresher.
As per the instructions, I used the Vinosource-Hydra Gel Moisturiser in the morning and at night after the Vinoperfect Radiance Serum. I've also kept it in my bag for little top ups during the day.
I found the moisturiser felt silky smooth, and it melted into my skin quickly and easily. I found I only needed a tiny bit of it, which went a long way, so the 10ml pot should last you longer than you'd expect.
The Vinosource-Hydra Gel Moisturiser has made the dry areas of my face feel hydrated, and I also found it really hydrating when I put it on. It has a really subtle fresh smell, which I enjoyed.
One of the 1100 five-star reviewers said: "This is one of my favorites. My sensitive skin feels comforted and hydrated with this lightweight but effective moisturizer." A second wrote: "I love the gel moisturizer. Its light consistency is perfect under sunscreen or makeup. Leaves your skin feeling hydrated and not oily. This is my favorite moisturizer!"
What's included in the £40 LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box worth £96:
- Vinoperfect Radiance Serum 10ml – worth £17
- Vinergetic C+ Instant Detox Mask 75ml – worth £26 (full size)
- Beauty Elixir 30ml – £15
- Vinopure Purifying Cleanser 150ml – worth £18 (full size)
- Vinosource-Hydra Gel Moisturiser 15ml – worth £9
- Vinoperfect Night Cream 15ml – worth £11
The beauty box itself has impressed Lookfantastic customers. One five-star reviewer said of the LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box (worth over £96): "Great set to try out products so far I'm loving it will definitely be buying more from this brand especially the face spritz."
A second wrote: "This box is great value and I really wanted to try some Caudalie products, so this was perfect. I did not yet try the mask, looking forward to that, but I liked everything else that I tried and I am happy to say that I did not get any bad reactions. My skin is a little sensitive and when it comes to trying new skincare it is a game of hit and miss. Both the serum and moisturiser absorb well and leave my skin feeling fresh, not too sticky and the smell is not too strong."
A third praised the beauty box, writing: "Such good value for money with what you get. Especially for such a quality brand with amazing products." "I am already a huge fan of the Caudalie face mask it’s a staple in my routine I did also want to try the gel cleaner and I’ve been using it for a few days now, I can officially say it will be my new cleaner going forward. For the products you get I highly recommend for the price," said another beauty buff.
Having tried everything in the box, I was impressed. It's a great mix of products if you're looking to try out a high-end beauty brand without having to splash out too much cash, and it's essentially an entire skincare routine in a box.
The LOOKFANTASTIC Caudalie Limited Edition Box worth over £96 is £40 on the Lookfantastic website here.
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