Subscription boxes are packages full of curated products that are shipped to your door, often monthly or quarterly. These boxes allow you to discover new brands and offer you a variety of products for a price that is lower than if you purchased all the items individually. There are subscription boxes for everything! You might have heard of FabFitFun, a quarterly subscription box that sends you $200 worth of lifestyle and self-care products for just $50.
There are a variety of kinds of subscription boxes from lip balm to coffee to crystals, and many allow you to gift a box for a one-time purchase so you don’t have to subscribe (almost all boxes on Cratejoy.com allow you to gift a single box). They make great gifts for your friends and family, but also for yourself when you just need to treat yourself.
Here are 36 Black-owned subscription boxes, sorted by category (Books, Beauty & Skincare, Lifestyle, Food) and ordered by price low to high. Abbreviated descriptions are from Cratejoy or the box’s website.
This list of Black-owned subscription boxes and accompanying photos were compiled from My Subscription Addiction, Travel Noire, Baller Alert, Popsugar, and Cratejoy
BOOK BOXES ——————————————————————
Books & Music Box – $17.99 monthly
Sign up for a specially curated monthly young adult fiction or quarterly adult fiction box and fall in love with amazing new authors, stories, and characters. Boxes include a gift-wrapped copy of a newly released novel, a fully immersive playlist, and a “Like This? Read This…” list of recommended reads. Autographed editions, letters or signed bookplates will be included where available.
BlackLIT – $25 monthly
Curated by an educator who loves her community, BlackLIT is on a mission to increase representation & close the literacy gap. A BlackLIT Box includes: 1 brand-new book by an author of color, 3-5 high quality products from black-owned businesses, and a minimum of 5 discussion questions so you can engage in thoughtful dialogue. You can choose your genre of book and every box has a retail value of $100+.
Call Number – $35 quarterly
Call Number is a quarterly book subscription box highlighting Black literature. Every three months, you’ll receive a box delivered to your door containing a newly released book along with 2-4 items related to themes in the book. You can choose to receive non-fiction or fiction books. Complete boxes include 1 newly released book, 2 to 4 book-themed items, and a library packet containing a catalog card, spine label, label protector, and logo sticker. Book Only Boxes include 1 newly released book and a library packet for $19.
Beauty And A Book Box – $37.99 quarterly
We are a quarterly box (March, June,September, and December). Each box is curated by nurses and educators and contains several beauty products and up to two popular books.
Young Adult Book Monthly – starting at $14.99 monthly
Treat yourself (or them) to the latest and greatest young adult reads without breaking the bank. Readers will find diverse characters and stories that represent them and engaging social themes that address today’s most relevant issues, broaden their horizons, increase knowledge, encourage open dialogue with family and friends, and promote avid reading all while providing relaxation.
BEAUTY & SKINCARE BOXES ——————————————————————
Jersey Shore Cosmetics Balm Box – $8.33 monthly
Each box contains a mix of four (4) of our all natural, organic lip balms and lip conditioners. May include lip & cheek rouge balm, SPF shimmer balm, highlighter balm or mini whole body balm! All balms have a $10.00 – $22.00 value each and are all-Natural, Organic, Non-GMO, Gluten-free, Cruelty-free. They are plant-based, premium lip balms scented with all-natural, organic flavors and essential oils made in the USA.
Scent Icon – starting at $9.99 monthly
Scent Icon strives to create a unique luxurious perfume experience that not only satisfies but educates about the beauty and pleasure of fragrance, hoping that every client will fall in love with the beauty of the melodic scents as we have. The subscription comes in 3 tiers:
-Basic: one fragrance per month for $9.99
-Premium: two fragrances per month for $12.99
-Supreme: three fragrances per month for $17.99
Curly Queen Kit – $22.50 monthly
Curly Queen Kit is a monthly subscription box fill with natural, handcrafted, hair products and accessories. With 4-6 full-sized hair products, tools and accessories, we include products that are carefully handpicked and are curly girl method approved. Our aim is to help you through your curl hair journey! We also offer a quarterly box and a kids box.
CurlKit Box – $25 monthly
We’ve all been there … standing in the haircare aisle struggling to choose between dozens of products. Every label promises hydration, shine, bounce, and definition – everything you and your hair wants. But you’ve been down this road before. Sis, we get it! That’s why we created the CurlKit Box to put an end to your product search frustration. Simply start your subscription and we’ll deliver 4 to 6 of our favorite tried-and-true product samples plus our CurlLife Magazine with recommendations and tips from featured brands – all straight your doorstep.
COCOTIQUE – $25 monthly
COCOTIQUE is a deluxe box subscription service for women of color. Each month COCOTIQUE sends you a specially curated box filled with 5-8 beauty, self-care, wellness and lifestyle products (full size and deluxe travel size). After trying out the products, you can then purchase the full size products in the COCOTIQUE shop.
The Nourish Beauty Box – $29.95 monthly
Each month, Nourish Beauty Box delivers 4 full-size natural beauty products right to your doorstep, curated to keep joy, health and delight flowing abundantly in your life. We believe in beautiful products which are not loaded with toxins and chemical names that you can’t pronounce. No parabens, triclosan, pthalates, GMO or pesticides. Just all natural, organic, wild crafted goodness.
Tribe Beauty Box – $34.99 every 2 months
Discover the untapped world of indie beauty brands through your Tribe Beauty Box, which features indie and female-owned beauty brands. Every 2 months, you’ll receive novel and unique products, created by the most bad ass and incredible women CEOs! Our goal is to help you discover “The Next Big Thing” in the beauty industry!
Every box contains 5+ items worth over $125.
ZaaBox – $40 monthly
ZaaBox is a unique monthly collection of 5 surprise luxury-themed and expertly curated all-natural spa products to awaken the senses, soothe the body and awaken your inner goddess! Indulge your senses with our high-end specially crafted chocolates, oils, butters, scrubs, conditioners, creams, salves, and soaps. The list goes on just to please and spoil you.
Bombay & Cedar Beauty Box – $49.95 monthly
The Beauty Box by Bombay & Cedar is a new skincare and makeup subscription box featuring vegan and cruelty free full size and deluxe size beauty products.
Every box includes 5 to 6 Full And Deluxe Size Products, retailing at over $100 every month with a mix of Indie and well known clean beauty brands.
LIFESTYLE BOXES ——————————————————————
Cloth & Paper Penspiration Box – $16.33 monthly
Our Penspiration Box consists of a variety of 4-6 types of pens and pencils shipped to your door each month. Pens & pencils vary from gel, rollerball, ballpoint, brush pens, mechanical, wood, and more. We love to include hard to find and overseas pens that aren’t readily available in the U.S. We also offer a Planning + Stationary Box for $30 a month and a Penspiration & Planning +Stationary Box for $40 a month.
Home Made Luxe – $39.99 monthly
Home Made Luxe is a monthly craft subscription box! Each monthly craft kit contains all the crafty materials you need to create a gorgeous, Pinterest-worthy home decor project delivered to your doorstep. Pay just 39.99 (shipping is free) to subscribe. This makes the perfect gift for a crafty friend or grab some kits for an epic girls craft night!
Work • Space • Spark – $41.20 monthly
Work • Space • Spark is a monthly career + office decor subscription box for working professional men + women. There’s a new theme each month with 4-5 unique office items, decor, tech, productivity and career tools. Members also receive access to exclusive career videos + online training with experts to help them accelerate their career growth!
CocoBean Subscription – starting at $40 monthly
Every month we will send you a box with a minimum of 4 quality lifestyle products. Most of the products we provide are hand-selected and curated in line with a concept or theme, you will receive full-sized items with some deluxe sample sizes. The 3-month subscription includes the CocoCare Box, the CocoFaith Box, and the Afrobox. The 4-month subscription adds the TechBean Box. The 6-month subscription adds the CocoSkin Box and the CocoCurl Box. You can also purchase each box individually.
The Brown Sugar Box – $44.95 monthly
It’s time to TREAT YOURSELF! Get the Brown Sugar Box and every month you will receive a newly released shirt from our line plus 5-6 ADDITIONAL full-sized products valued at over $90. Just select your size and add this subscription to your cart. Cancel or skip a month at any time!
Black Girl Magic – $45 every two months
Introducing a thoughtfully curated selection of 8-10 items by holistic health and wellness coaches in support of black-owned businesses. Discover techniques and products inspired by the lifestyle of essential wellness gurus. Reserve a seat at the table and the assurance that each box was packed with your unique therapeutic experience in mind.
Bombay & Cedar Lifestyle Box – $49.95 monthly
The Lifestyle Box by Bombay & Cedar is an aromatherapy, beauty, wellness & lifestyle subscription box featuring vegan and cruelty-free full size and deluxe sample size products including Diffusers, Skincare, Books, Snacks, Home Goods, Activities & More. Available in two sizes (PREMIUM and MINI). Each box is vegan and cruelty-free and includes 8 to 10 full and deluxe size products (MINI includes 5-7 products.) with a retail Value of over $120 every month (MINI includes value of over $70).
The Mental Wealth Box – $49.99 monthly
Each box comes with 4-6 carefully curated products that provide knowledge, tools and activities to better understand mental health topics such as anxiety, stress and depression. This box is perfect for those who want to explore mental health and practice natural self-care in new ways each month.
Wicked Flame Candle Subscription + Spa Box – $54.99 monthly
Every month you will receive a curated selection of artisan soy candles and vegan bath, body, and skincare products. Your monthly candle subscription box brings the ooh la of the spa to you with freshly made vegan soap, scrubs, salts, soaks, body butter, masks, serums, oils, accessories, and so much more! Every box includes at least four premium natural products with occasional bonus treats and a curated Spotify playlist.
The Black Box – $74.95 quarterly
The Black Box is a quarterly subscription box providing you a direct path to support Black-owned businesses. Every quarter you’ll discover hand-picked, curated lifestyle, dining, bath, body and home goods products, from 4-6 Black-owned companies chosen to showcase the amazing things happening in Black business, today.
The POSE Box – $89.95 every 2 months
We cater to the whole woman, inside and out! Get premium activewear, lingerie, & self-care delivered every 2 months! Choose your sizes and style.
Each box contains 4 to 5 items: a top or sports bra & leggings, bra & panty set or bodysuit, and a self-care beauty product.
HER-MINE – starting at $49.95 monthly
Each limited-edition box features carefully-selected items that deliver value and pursue a common purpose: to foster the growth of women-owned businesses. The themes will be centered around products that are related to the month’s theme. You’ll receive 5-8 full-size self-care lifestyle goodies in every box! Enjoy discovering new products from talented women entrepreneurs.
Paper Bliss – starting at $15.99 per month
We provide high-quality, truly unique office stationery to your front door. Every box contains 5-8 smile-inducing stationery supplies. Items range from must-have, fine pens, to one-of-a-kind staplers, pouches, memos, and everything in between you can dream up! Surround yourself or someone else in true paper bliss.
Cosmic Crystal Jewelry Box – starting at $20 monthly
Cosmic Crystal Jewelry Box sends you 1 piece of hand-selected and carefully curated 100% crystal jewelry each month. Each Box has a monthly crystal jewelry item and an information sheet with details on the crystal jewelry included.
Self Blossom Box – $59 monthly
Discover everyday products that are clean, ethical, and sustainable. We partner with brands that promote collective well-being. A typical box value is over $100 and we proudly source premium products from black-owned businesses where possible. Each month enjoy themed self-growth materials including; books, wellness forward worksheets, and fun activities. 6-8 full-size items that are 100% natural and cruelty-free.
Nature’s Wellness Box – $38 monthly
All products are 100% non-toxic, cruelty-free, and made in Canada. Each box features 5-7 full-size products. Nature’s essential oils are pure grade, Health Canada approved and NPN numbers are listed on our bottles. Aromatherapy focused; each box includes an aromatherapy-related product. Over $80 in retail value in every box We are a vegan box; however, we make exceptions for honey and bee products due to health benefits. Let us know please if you would like to substitute these products with vegan ones.
FOOD BOXES ——————————————————————
Marshmallow of the Month Club – $9.75 monthly
Our marshmallows are made with all-natural ingredients and colors to infuse flavor and brighten each batch. Our marshmallows are made using fish-based gelatin, perfect for pescatarians! Treat yourself with our egg free and corn syrup free marshmallows. Each box includes curated teas, coffee or cocoa based on that month’s marshmallow flavor, half dozen bite-sized marshmallows, homemade graham crackers, and a chocolate surprise.
Culture Cakes Kit – $29.99 monthly
Love to travel but can’t take the flight? Ignite your wanderlust from your own kitchen! Use this kit as a date night, to teach your kids about global culture, or as inspiration in the kitchen!
Each box includes 3 to 5 snacks from a new featured country each month, a recipe to turn cultural, exotic flavors into the common cupcake, 1 to 3 Exotic ingredients and baking supplies. (These kits DO NOT come with ALL the ingredients for baking), and a booklet of cultural discovery. Not a fan of baking? Try our Mini ‘Snacks Only’ Kit for $19.99 a month.
MyBean Box – $33 monthly
MyBean is the perfect Christmas gift for friends and relatives who enjoy exciting coffees from around the world! Our coffee is ethically sourced and most are grown without chemical pesticides & artificial fertilizers. Each box contains 2 different types of freshly roasted whole bean coffee (12 oz total).
Gourmet Spice Subscription Box – $20 every 2 months
Each box has the most flavorful spices with full-sized spice jars. Chef Joanne Thomas created Spice Blends available in four flavor profiles: Signature Spice Refill Set, Lemony Pepper Refill Set, Signature Trio Set, Low Sodium Trio Set.
First Sip Brew Box – starting from $25 monthly
For legal reasons, beer is not included. You’ll bring your favorite craft beers to the table and we’ll outfit you with everything else from cups to snacks and t-shirts! First Sip Brew Box is a monthly subscription for the ultimate craft beer enthusiast. We aim to expand your horizons and introduce you to top breweries and small businesses that know their hops. This box is veteran, Black, and woman-owned!
-The Brewmaster Brew Box $25: The First Sip Brewmaster Box gives you an introduction to the best craft beer-inspired products and accessories that you can wear and pair with your favorite brews. Brewmaster Box includes a unique piece of brewery swag.
-The Enthusiast Brew Box $50: Each box is packed with the coolest swag from our featured brewery of the month in addition to a craft-beer-inspired product or pairing made by a small business and a delicious dessert made from real craft beer!
-The Connoisseur Box $60: This premium box goes a step beyond the brewery swag, craft-beer-inspired product, and baked beer treat that comes in the Enthusiast Box. We give you the biggest full-size craft-beer-inspired products available and curate the box with special extras that are picked just for you.
The Ultimate BBQ Experience
Sourced from award-winning barbecue sauce and rub makers, our pitmaster-curated monthly boxes include 5+ premium BBQ sauces, dry rubs, marinades, grilling accessories & surprises fit for a Grill Master! Plus, 2+ recipes for each product in the box, exclusive deals & discounts from the featured suppliers, grilling tips, video content, and more.
