Beauty fanatics rush to Boots to score £5 boxes; they make great Christmas gifts for teachers

BARGAIN hunters will go to any lengths to get to Boots in search of mysterious boxes full of beauty purchases.

So if you’re already planning to prepare for Christmas, want to treat yourself or give something to charity, then you should check this out.

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Jordan, a brunette beauty from Britain, was stunned while shopping in her local Boots to see the chain selling mystery beauty boxes for just £5 each, with 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 about their affordability.

In a clip shared online, Jordan said: “So I went to Boots, and they were doing £5 beauty mystery boxes for charity, so I bought three, and I thought it would be fun to open this one.

“I’ve never seen Boots do anything like that before, so let’s hope it’s good.”

Jordan began opening her first mystery box, which contained a makeup bag, a Glowfix illuminating setting spray from 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 found Jordan’s same makeup bag, as well as a No7 Radiance Exfoliating Cleanser, a Clarins Foaming Cleanser, a Viktor Rolf perfume sample, a mascara, and samples of No7 and Clarins.

In the third and final box, the Boots shopper received 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 received a sample from Estee Lauder and more samples from Clarins.

Happy with her purchases, Jordan added: “Nice, you know, little samples, little travel size things. And it went to a good cause.”

She later confirmed: “There were lots of them, all different weights – I chose one of each colour.”

The TikTok clip, which was posted under the username @jordsashleiighhas clearly left many with their jaws dropping as it quickly racked up 197,400 views in just one day.

Beauty fans were baffled by the price of the mystery boxes, claiming they are ‘worth the money’.

Gift ideas for teachers

IF you’re running out of ideas on what to get your teacher for Christmas, here are some ideas…

Personalized stationery: A set of note cards or a planner with their name on it.

Gift vouchers: for popular bookstores, coffee shops or online stores.

Handwritten thank you note: A sincere message from you or your child expressing your gratitude.

Supplies for the classroom: High-quality pens, markers or a decorative organizer.

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 set: Add items like a scented candle, bath salts, and a cozy blanket.

Books: A bestseller or a classic, depending on their taste.

Custom mug: With a funny or inspiring quote related to teaching.

Experience day: A voucher for afternoon tea, a local event or a workshop.

One person said: “Definitely worth more than £5.”

Another said: “That’s great for a fiver!”

It’s worth it for the mascara alone

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A third commented: “Definitely worth a fiver.”

While someone else said: “That’s great – what a clever way to clear stock and raise money and awareness for Macmillan.”

Not only this, but another beauty fan confessed, “It’s worth it for the mascara alone.”

One savvy shopper also said: “Ooh great, I’ll have a look at this!”

Meanwhile, a parent said: “I think they’re quite cute for a fiver.

“Nice teacher gifts for Christmas perhaps?