You know all about subscription boxes by now. They’re those tempting collections that come to your doorstep once a month, packed with generous samples and occasional full-size products. What makes each one worth it, though, and are they really worth the money? Here are the best subscription boxes available right now.
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The Best Monthly Subscription Boxes: 8 Boxes Worth the $$
Ecocentric Mom ($24/bimonthly)
Busy moms so rarely have the chance to indulge in much-needed "me" time, and even less to focus on choosing the right products for their families, which makes the Ecocentric Mom box all the more enticing. Choose from mom, pregnancy, or mom and baby boxes, all filled with eco-friendly products that range from skin care and makeup to snacks and supplements. Helpful green living expert tips are also included, making it easier than ever to attain a more natural, sustainable lifestyle.
Escape Monthly ($49.95/month)
The next best thing to a luxury getaway, Escape Monthly brings a taste of destination glamour to your doorstep. The box contains pampering beauty loot, mouth-watering snacks, and assorted chic finds, all sourced from the locale of the month. From Paris to Las Vegas to California to India, each box takes you on a veritable journey to an exotic place---and always includes a guidebook, so you can make plans for an actual getaway if you're tempted.
Conscious Box ($16.95+/mo. for Plus size; $6.95+/month for Taster size)
You can feel good about this purchase. Each Conscious Box is filled with an assortment of generously sized GMO-free products, from food and beauty to bath and home goods. Your box can be tailored to your specific dietary requirements, too; in addition to a classic version, there are also vegan and gluten-free options. If you receive something you absolutely love, you can purchase the full-size version on the site's shop.
Birchbox Man ($20/mo.)
Whether your man is a product junkie or not, he'll appreciate that he didn't have to trawl the department store counters to score this loot. Birchbox Man contains an array of stylish samples for him, plus one full-size item. Look for everything from grooming products to accessories to lifestyle products.
Pets Love Toys ($19.95+/month)
There's a reason they're known as man's best friend. Treat the ultimate BFF in your life to special treats every month, courtesy of Pets Love Toys . Each box is packed with pup treats from a combination of well known and emerging brands. Each month, twelve different types of boxes are offered; choose from a mix of toys, an assortment of edible treats, or a combination of the two.
Unbound ($65/quarter)
Unleash your saucy side with a little help from Unbound . The quarterly box is filled with erotic products centered on a specific theme (previous themes include Erotic Education and Naked), all thoughtfully put together with the intention of spicing up your love life. From ben wa balls and condoms to lube and vibrators, there's something for everyone in the mix. (Bonus points for the discreet packaging---your neighbors will never know you're receiving a box full of sexy goodies.)
RunnerBox ($19.95+/bimonthly)
The beauty of subscription boxes can be summed up by the RunnerBox . No need to go out and purchase one of every cool running accoutrement you see; this box is crammed with all kinds of products geared toward runners, from protein supplements and nutrition bars to apparel accessories and energy chews. There are also boxes available for cyclists and athletes. All the bases are covered---all you need to do is keep pounding the pavement!
Mistobox ($19+/month)
Java junkies won't be able to resist the allure of a monthly delivery of rich, delicious coffees. In fact, there's probably no better way to please a coffee lover than with a Mistobox , which delivers four thoughtfully curated coffees from different roasters. The regular size offers enough for 15 cups; the grande size will give you about 30 cups. Either way, it's a coffee lover's dream, and you'll also receive a free shipping code to use on the site's online store.