BARGAIN hunters are legging it to get to Boots, keen to nab mystery boxes full of beauty buys.
So if you’re planning on getting prepared for Christmas already, fancy treating yourself, or want to give a little something to charity, you’ll need to check this out.
Beauty fans are raving about new £5 mystery boxes from Boots, which contain all things from make-up to skincare[/caption]
Shoppers are hailing the cheap buys as ‘well worth’ the money and have described them as perfect for Christmas presents for teachers[/caption]
Jordan, a brunette beauty from the UK was left stunned when shopping in her local Boots, when she saw that the chain were selling mystery beauty boxes for just £5 each, with the proceeds going to Macmillan Cancer Support.
Jordan managed to get her hands on three of the mystery boxes and took to social media to share her thoughts, leaving many open-mouthed by their affordability.
In a clip shared online, Jordan said: “So I went to Boots, and they were doing £5 charity beauty mystery boxes, so I bought three, and I thought it’d be fun to open.
“I haven’t seen Boots do anything like this before, so let’s hope it’s good.”
Jordan began opening her first mystery box, which contained a make-up bag, a Glowfix illuminating setting spray by Revolution and a variety of samples, including items from Clarins, Lancome, a Viktor Rolf Perfume and a Revolution Super Dewy Liquid Blush.
In the next mystery box, Jordan found the same make-up bag, as well as a No7 Radiance Exfoliating Cleanser, a Clarins Foaming Cleanser, a Viktor Rolf perfume sample, a mascara and samples from No7 and Clarins.
In the third and final box, the Boots shopper got the same make-up bag, as well as a variety of No7 items, including an Overnight Gel Cream, a Radiance Exfoliating Cleanser and a Water Surge Gel cream.
She also got an Estee Lauder sample and more Clarins samples.
Pleased with her purchases, Jordan added: “Cute, you know, little samples, little travel size things. And it went to charity.”
She later confirmed: “There were lots, all different weights – I chose one of each colour.”
The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @jordsashleiigh, has clearly left many open-mouthed, as it has quickly racked up 197,400 views in just one day.
Beauty fans were left stunned at the price of the mystery boxes and claimed that they are ‘well worth’ the money.
Teacher Gift Ideas
IF you’re stuck for ideas on what to give your teacher for Christmas, here’s some ideas…
Personalised Stationery: A set of notecards or a planner with their name on it.
Gift Vouchers: For popular bookshops, coffee shops, or online retailers.
Handwritten Thank You Note: A heartfelt message from you or your child expressing gratitude.
Classroom Supplies: High-quality pens, markers, or a decorative organiser.
Homemade Treats: A batch of cookies, a cake, or a jar of homemade jam.
Potted Plant: A small plant for their desk or classroom window.
Relaxation Kit: Include items like a scented candle, bath salts, and a cosy blanket.
Books: A bestseller or a classic, depending on their taste.
Customised Mug: With a funny or inspirational quote related to teaching.
Experience Day: A voucher for an afternoon tea, a local event, or a workshop.
One person said: “Definitely worth more than £5.”
Another added: “That’s brilliant for a fiver!”
It’s worth it for the mascara alone
TikTok user
A third commented: “Well worth a fiver.”
Whilst someone else expressed: “That’s great – what a clever way to clear out stock and raise money and awareness for Macmillan.”
Where has Boots closed stores?
BOOTS has never given a full list of the 300 stores closing.
Here’s what we know so far about some of the locations where branches that have gone for good.
- Pool, Cornwall
- Cambrone, Cornwall
- Redruth, Cornwall
- Wood Street, Swindon, Wiltshire
- Clifton, Yorkshire
- Cliftonville, Kent
- Pemberton, Wigan
- Littlehampton, West Sussex
- Hough Lane, Layland, Lancashire
- Front Street, Prudhoe
- Rhos on Sea, Wales
- Colwyn Bay, Wales
- Portland Walk, Barrow
- Gestridge Road, Teignbridge
- Caerleon Road, Newport
- Chepstow Road, Newport
- Carlyon Road, St Austell, Cornwall
- St Blazey, Cornwall
- Lurgan
- Chard Road, Plymouth
- Mannamead Road, Plymouth
- Claremont Street, Plymouth
- Heathside Road, Woking
- UEA campus
- Hamlet Court Road, Westcliff
- Holywell, Flintshire (Wales)
- Windhill Road, Wakefield
- Upper Warrengate, Wakefield
- Glastonbury
- Uppingham Road, Leicester
- Guildford Road, Woking
- Kings Square, York
- Warminster
- Gorleston, Great Yarmouth
- High Row, Darlington
- Mudge Way, Plymouth
- Mount Pleasant, Exeter
- Kirkby Ashfield
Not only this, but another beauty fan confessed: “It’s worth it for the mascara alone.”
One savvy shopper also chimed in: “Ooh lovely, will have a look for these!”
Meanwhile, one parent shared: “I think they are quite cute for a fiver.
“Nice teacher gifts for Christmas maybe?”
