• Home
  • Blog
    • Subscription Boxes
    • Fashion
    • Skincare
    • Shaving
    • Fragrance
    • Lifestyle
    • Going Out
    • Technology
  • About me
Menu

Dapper and Groomed

Bristol
BS35-United Kingdom
Phone Number
Lifestyle & Fashion blog for men over 40

Your Custom Text Here

Dapper and Groomed

  • Home
  • Blog
  • Category
    • Subscription Boxes
    • Fashion
    • Skincare
    • Shaving
    • Fragrance
    • Lifestyle
    • Going Out
    • Technology
  • About me

My Dappa Box: Review August 2018

July 29, 2018 Jerome Henry
1B92E9D7-C00C-4878-93D3-A829EE8257C3.jpg

For the last four years I have reviewed a lot of monthly subscription boxes. Some are excellent and others are quite poor to be honest. So when Mydappabox contacted me to review their new box I was excited. I thought: a new box for men that looks great., I can't wait!

And the box arrived last week in all its glory, and it’s time to let you know what I think about it. 
 

my dappa box. what is it?

This is a monthly subscription box that offers a mix of grooming products and fashion accessories for men. It costs £19 and it promises you to give you around 4-5 products with a value over £50. My Dappa Box is shipped and customers receive their boxes around the 25th-26th of the month.

packaging & content

mydappabox.jpg

Firstly, I would like to mention the packaging because in my opinion this is something important. If a subscription box doesn’t look great on the outside, it already doesn’t give a great vibe. Good news though! My Dappa Box looks great on the outside. The box is smaller than I expected but it is sturdy and it has a nice masculine feel about it. Well done on the packaging!

Once you open the box you have some leaflets with a list of products included and some advertisements that you might find useful. Everything is well packaged, and I can tell that the team behind My Dappa Box is putting extra effort on the details. I like that!

 

So what’s inside?

4DC88C6A-334D-4E5A-BE3B-EF15B1EAAC03.jpg
  • Friendly Soap: Charcoal Detox Bar (value £8.00). I am a big fan of charcoal products, and Friendly Soaps make great bars of soap with natural products. This charcoal detox bar is perfect to clean your face every day and night. It smells great and I promise you that your skin will look fresh and amazing.
EB7E08E3-50AE-4B01-856A-4FDB284435DE.jpg

Pure Skincare London: Black Mask and Brush (Value 7.00). This mask is vegan friendly and it contains 100% natural ingredients. So how does it work and what does it do? You have to apply the mask on your T Zone with the help of the brush (included in the box). Don’t be skimpy when applying the mask because it cannot be too thin on your skin! You have to wait until it’s dry, and then the fun starts! It might hurt a little bit when you peel off the mask (but that’s part of the game). This is perfect for a really deep cleansing! And if you want to add some fun, do it with your wife/husband/partner!

F9A96D04-D6E9-4F9B-BB3E-21DB6E2E338B.jpg
  • Solid Cologne: Felix Cologne (value £16.00). I've heard about solid colognes before but never used one before so as you can imagine I was very intrigued. So what is a solid cologne? Basically this is like an eau de toilette but in wax form. Rub it onto your fingers and apply it on your neck, wrist and wherever you want. The good thing is that the solid cologne comes in a small tin which is ultra portable and you can take it with you and reapply whenever you need it. Unfortunately you will have to re-apply a few times during the day because the smell doesn’t last long (like a normal fragrance spray) but it smells amazing! I love the Felix fragrance. This is a very sexy, masculine fragrance and I am sure you will receive a lot of positive comments about it. Probably one of my favourite products of My Dappa Box August 2018.
C3ED3066-C8CF-4279-9E6F-F6D47C892507.jpg
5DB6FA18-AD5B-4169-957E-D8253857DD43.jpg
  • Tumble & Hide Tan Leather Card Holder (value £18.00). I am a big fan of Card holders and they have replaced my wallet. I am now using this card holder every single day. I love it! The quality of the leather is great, the design is really neat, and all the cards I need with me fit perfectly fine. 
8A247B29-A543-4D73-826D-6FA0CC52A677.jpg
IMG_6936.JPG
F5D8B2D6-8B3D-4745-A103-F63502464990.jpg

 

  • Dear Barber. Shaping Cream (value £5.00). Dear Barber is a well known brand of hair styling products and I was excited to try this shaping cream. It has a medium hold, a subtle matte finish and smells really great, but ultimately I didn’t like it. I don’t think this product is great if you have thick hair and I am not too keen with the finish. However if you have short and normal/thin hair I think you will be pleased with that one.
C1C92FB1-2C51-43B8-9F61-CEF9B6AB3C09.jpg
40F49CA4-3A3A-42B4-989C-639CA6CE6E85.jpg

my dappa box: thoughts

I am gonna use one word: Impressive! This box is really great and if you are looking for a subscription box for guys, don’t think twice - go for it! Honestly, I think that the team has put a lot of effort and this August box deserves 5*****. The value for money is really good, and the selection of products included is Top Notch!

6CFD299A-FF0C-4EA5-8061-02D88EA4FEBD.jpg

This is the first time I received My Dappa Box, so I don't know about past month boxes but based on this August Box I think this is a really great subscription service. If you are interested in more subscription boxes, check my post: 5 Best Subscription Boxes for Men.

In Subcription boxes
← 30 Day Challenge for a New Me. Changing my life in 30 days.Sprezzabox. UK Review. Great subscription box for the stylish guy. →

skincare

Featured
Jan 11, 2019
The Best Hand Care Routine for Men
Jan 11, 2019
Jan 11, 2019

fashion

Featured
Feb 17, 2019
Frangipani Shirts-Review Spring 2019. Great Printed Shirts for Men over 40
Feb 17, 2019
Feb 17, 2019

boxes

Featured
Dec 30, 2018
Toppbox December 2018-Full Review
Dec 30, 2018
Dec 30, 2018

fragrance

Featured
Nov 17, 2018
Best Men's fragrances for under £20 Christmas Gift idea
Nov 17, 2018
Nov 17, 2018

lifestyle

Featured
Jun 14, 2018
Chromecast Audio in 2018-Full Review
Jun 14, 2018
Jun 14, 2018

tech

Featured
Jun 14, 2018
Chromecast Audio in 2018-Full Review
Jun 14, 2018
Jun 14, 2018

instagram

@dadbritain

I have a lot of #tshirts but this one from @robinandrhino is pretty unique. First it’s personalised and it is made with an amazing cotton. Honestly it’s really impressive, and it’s made in #Sheffield Visit their Instagram page and have a look. Full review coming soon. #lifestyleblogger #fashionformen #minimalist #tshirtformen #madeinuk
This is @toppbox #february with a great selection of #skincareformen Antioxidant Moisturise Balm from @admiralformen , the super fresh #bodywash for after sport session by @bulletandboneuk , eye gel from the excellent @monuskincare , a #prebioticdeodorant from @ccskincareldn , and a luxurious #handcream from @morganspomadeofficial My full review is coming soon. Check my blog (link in profile), for plenty of greats posts for #men. #dapper #groomed #lifestyleblogger #formen #menover40
Writing a #blogpost and listening to some great tunes from #cafedelmar with my @sony noise cancelling headphones @applemusic Feeling inspired! #lifestyleblogger #maleblogger #chillout

Subscribe

Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates.

We respect your privacy.

Thank you!

Powered by Squarespace