LOOKFANTASTIC vs Birchbox
Last verified 28/06/2026
LOOKFANTASTIC records a lower £9.90 monthly price with a gift option and a verified cancel-anytime note, while Birchbox is recorded at £20.00 with a trial option and no recorded gift option. LOOKFANTASTIC suits budget and gift buyers; Birchbox suits those who want to trial an established beauty box.
Quick comparison
| Box | From | Frequency | Trial | Gift | Cancel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOOKFANTASTIC Beauty Box | £9.90 | Monthly | No | Yes | Verified |
| Birchbox Monthly Beauty Box | £20.00 | Monthly | Yes | No | - |
Choose LOOKFANTASTIC if…
- You want the lower recorded price of £9.90 per monthly box.
- You need a gift option and a verified cancel-anytime note.
- A flexible, budget monthly box is the priority.
Choose Birchbox if…
- You want the recorded trial option before committing.
- You are comfortable at the higher £20.00 recorded price.
- Gifting and a stored cancellation note are not deciding factors.
LOOKFANTASTIC and Birchbox are both monthly UK beauty subscriptions, but their recorded terms differ. LOOKFANTASTIC starts at £9.90 with a gift option and a verified cancel-before-billing note, while Birchbox starts at £20.00 with a recorded trial and no recorded gift option.
The recorded price gap is large at roughly £10 per box. LOOKFANTASTIC also records a clearer cancellation note, which helps if you want a short commitment. Birchbox records a trial for first-time buyers who prefer to sample before a rolling plan.
Monthly contents, brands and sample sizes are set on each merchant site and are not stored by Subora. Check the current box details and ingredient information if you have specific skin needs.
How we compared these subscriptions
This comparison uses approved catalogue fields from Subora. Stored starting price, delivery frequency, gift and cancellation flags where recorded. We did not taste-test products, use ratings or favour affiliate listings. Prices and terms change; confirm the regular charge, delivery fee, contents and renewal terms with each merchant.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better value, LOOKFANTASTIC or Birchbox?
On recorded price, LOOKFANTASTIC is cheaper at £9.90 per month against £20.00 for Birchbox. Value also depends on the monthly contents, which change on each merchant site, so compare the current boxes before deciding.
Do both record a cancellation note?
LOOKFANTASTIC records a cancel-before-billing note; Birchbox does not record a cancellation note in the catalogue. Confirm the current cancellation process on each merchant site.
Has Subora personally tested these subscriptions?
No. This page compares approved catalogue data and does not claim first-hand testing, ratings or a universal winner.
Should I confirm details with the merchant?
Yes. Check the current regular price, delivery cost, contents, renewal and cancellation terms before paying.