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Hot apple cider. Oversized scarves. Chunky socks and boots. I love fall, and the products in October’s Allure Beauty Box are bringing big autumnal vibes. There’s a brightening serum to keep your skin glowing long after vacation, a color-protecting shampoo to help maintain your summer highlights, and a gourmand fragrance with notes of sweet vanilla and earthy amber that linger on skin like a warm hug. Top it all off with eye makeup essentials—a pro-approved brow pencil, an extra-sharp black eyeliner, and a lash conditioner for longer length—and you’ve got the perfect transitional routine. Now, bring on the pumpkin spice lattes!
Unbox It:
- Your first box is only $10 (with code BEAUTY), but it's worth over $199
- Even better: if you sign up for an annual subscription, you get a bonus gift of the YSL Libre L'Eau Nue Parfum de Peau ($110 Value!)
New Member Gift: 'Ôrəbella NIGHTCAP Skin Parfum
Why you’ll love it: A deliciously addictive gourmand that feels like a warm embrace. Cozy vanilla and rich woods are laced with sparkling ginger and cardamom for a spicy-sweet twist that’s both comforting and irresistible.
How you’ll use it: Give the bottle a shake to activate, then spritz onto pulse points—wrists, neck, or décolleté.
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Wiz in Taupe, Soft Brown, Medium Brown, or Dark Brown
Why you’ll love it: This iconic brow pencil is well-loved in the industry (and in the Allure office) for its ultrathin, retractable tube—no sharpener needed—and its ability to easily shape and fill in sparse sections with hair-like strokes. You chose which one you’d receive from the four great shades listed above.
How you’ll use it: Start with the spoolie side to brush up your brows, followed by the pencil side to create quick strokes that mimic the look of hair. Just be sure to go in the direction of your brow’s natural shape and growth.
Nulastin LASH Follicle Fortifying Serum
Why you’ll love it: Patience is the name of the game when it comes to lash serums. And after using this conditioner—formulated with powerful peptides, hydrating glycerin, and strengthening keratin—twice a day for at least six weeks, you’ll notice longer, more lush-looking lashes, no mascara required.
How you’ll use it: With the brush applicator, draw a thin line from the inner corner to the outer edge on the upper lash line only. Repeat morning and night on clean, dry lids.
Color Wow Color Security Shampoo
Why you’ll love it: Extend the life of your summer shade with help from this sulfate- and silicone-free shampoo that simultaneously brightens strands as it cleanses them.
How you’ll use it: Apply a dollop (or two, depending on your hair type) to wet hair and massage it into a lather, moving from the scalp to your ends. Rinse and repeat, if necessary. Retail price: $24 for 250 ml. (75 ml. included in box)
Ofra Eyeliner Pencil in Black
Why you’ll love it: Everyone needs a classic black eyeliner in their makeup bag, and this pencil is one you’ll keep coming back to for its super-sharp tip, smooth glide, and water-resistant formula.
How you’ll use it: Use it to line lids, waterlines, or smudge it out for a sultry, smoky eye.
RealHer Magic Black to Pink Watery Lip Stain
Why you’ll love it: Don’t be afraid of this spooky shade—that’s the magic of it. In the tube, it’s a glittery gray hue, but on the lips, the pH-reactive formula works with your body chemistry to transition into a pretty pink tint.
How you’ll use it: Trace outside of lips with your favorite liner before painting on a layer or two of this color-changing stain with the wide, doe-foot applicator. Then watch it transform in real time!
Sephora Collection Super Brightening Serum
Why you’ll love it: An antioxidant-packed treatment made with 7% vitamin C—along with nourishing vitamin E—that not only helps reduce dark spots and fine lines, it also protects skin from icky outside pollution. The lovely, post-application glow is just the icing on the skin-care cake.
How you’ll use it: After cleansing, squeeze a couple of drops into the palm of your hand, then gently massage the serum into cheeks, forehead, and neck. Follow it up with your favorite moisturizer—and don’t forget the sunscreen!
Tocca Laila Eau de Parfum
Why you’ll love it: Trade in your fruity fragrance for something a little more of the season, like this sweet and sophisticated gourmand perfume. It opens with a splash of citrus, then settles to a warm, second-skin scent with creamy vanilla and earthy amber.
How you’ll use it: Spritz onto the back of your wrists and into hair for all-day wear. Then let the, “You smell so good!” compliments roll in.
MySmile Teeth Whitening Strips
Why you’ll love it: Whether you have a big event coming up or are freshening your smile after too many summertime iced coffees, these sensitive teeth-friendly whitening strips brighten in virtually no time, thanks to stain-removing hydrogen peroxide and soothing aloe.
How you’ll use it: After brushing, adhere strips to both rows of teeth, making sure to line up evenly. Then, turn on your favorite feel-good show (we love New Girl) and let the brightening begin. Remove after 30 to 45 minutes.
