Prinker

What's in the box: There is no curated box; you get a handheld Prinker device that prints custom temporary tattoos, hair color and eyebrows using cosmetic ink and primer.

Prinker is a Korean company that sells a handheld printing device, not a classic subscription box. The device applies custom temporary tattoos, hair color and eyebrow makeup in seconds. A design hub on the site lets you create or choose artwork. A newer product, Prinker POP, lets you make custom makeup palettes. The site does not describe a recurring box or subscription plan, so expect to buy the device up front and then replace the cosmetic ink and primer as they run out. Prinker says its ink and primer ingredients are non-toxic and registered with the US FDA VCRP, the EU's CPNP and the UK's SCPN, which is reassuring for something that goes on your skin. The brand has a solid list of design and innovation honors, including CES Innovation Awards honoree status in 2022 and 2023, a 2022 Cosmoprof award, and Red Dot and iF design awards in 2020. The homepage does not list prices, refill costs or shipping details, so check the shop before you commit. The main appeal is flexibility: you can change a design to match an outfit or event without anything permanent. The tradeoff is that you are paying for a gadget, and your results depend on the device and your own designs rather than a curated monthly surprise.