Subscription Box Reviews

Gourmet Body Treats Vegan Beauty Box Review & Giveaway! Ends 7/25/14

July 9, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 33 Comments

Gourmet Body Treats is small, family-owned beauty/cosmetics company dedicated to providing quality products that are not only effective, but also 100% cruelty-free.

They offer a large selection of natural body care products and cosmetics including mascara, lipstick, body scrubs, soaps, and more. They even have biodegradable pencil sharpeners (I didn’t even know those existed!). All of their products are vegan, cruelty free, kid-safe, and made right here in the USA (Texas, to be exact.) To show how seriously they take the whole “all natural” thing, they actually have a list of ingredients that they’ll never use posted right on their website. When it comes to using pure, plant-based ingredients, they don’t mess around! [read more…]

Take & Make DIY Matryoshka Doll Kit Review & Giveaway! Ends 7/29/14

July 7, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 15 Comments

I am SO not a crafty person. Like… at all. However, when I was offered an opportunity to review one of Take & Make’s DIY kits, I decided to go for it.

Take & Make is a site dedicated to bringing crafters and do-it-yourselfers together by way of their custom DIY kits. They currently have 3 different kits to choose from — Personalized Glow-in-the-Dark Room Decor, DIY Matryoshka Doll Charms, and DIY Layered Wrap Bracelets. (Psst — If you’re a crafter with some original projects of your own, you may want to check out their site. They’re looking for more talent and may create a self-branded kit of YOUR project! How cool!)

I decided to go with the Matryoshka Doll kit, even though the thought of creating, designing and painting tiny clay figures scared the crapola out of me. Thankfully (and surprisingly), they turned out pretty neat. [read more…]

New Kid’s Subscription Box! Animal Trackers Review & Giveaway! Ends 7/27/14

July 6, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 24 Comments

Animal Trackers is a fun new subscription box for kiddos age 3 and up. Each month your child is introduced to a new safari animal and gets to explore their world with a little help from a cartoon friend named Bode Bear.

Subscriptions are affordable (just $14.95 shipped, US only) and include a variety of games and activities. The introductory package includes a neat metal lunchbox to hold all of the materials that your child will receive in the months thereafter.

They also offer a separate subscription for older kids (age 6+) called Space Scouts, which focuses more on planets, constellations, and “space stuff”. 😉

I was recently sent the Animal Trackers introductory package for review, as well as a standard month’s animal package (zebra). Let’s get trackin’! [read more…]

Nourish Snacks Review

July 1, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 1 Comment

Nourish Snacks is a new subscription service founded by NBC’s Today Show nutrition expert, Joy Bauer. Boxes are delivered weekly and focus on satisfying, good-for-you snacks.

All of the snacks contain simple, wholesome ingredients like nuts, seeds, and fruits. There are never any artificial flavors or colors, and everything is GMO- and preservative-free. I believe all of the snacks are vegan (aside from those that contain honey), which of course is a major bonus for me! Oh — and each serving is just 200 calories or less.

Nourish Snacks recently sent me a box for review. — Let’s see what yummy goodness was inside! [read more…]

Tastymakes TastyKit Review & Discount Code

June 30, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 2 Comments

Tastymakes is a snack company founded by a husband and wife team who fully believe in the awesome healing power of healthy, raw foods. All of their snacks are not only raw, but also consist of gluten-free, vegan, sprouted, and organic ingredients. Now that’s some seriously guilt-free snackage!

Their line of snacks includes granolas, crackers, and BarBites. They come in a variety of flavors and can all be purchased individually in their online shop, or on a monthly basis via their TastyKits.

TastyKits are available in 3 different sizes. The Simple TastyKit ($19/mo) contains granola (1 bag), crackers, (1 bag), and BarBites (1 bag). The Smart TastyKit ($49/mo) contains granola (2), crackers (3), and BarBites (3). Finally, the Super TastyKit ($99/mo) contains granola (6), crackers (6), and BarBites (5).

I was recently sent a Simple TastyKit for review. Let’s have a look! [read more…]

Good Bag for Kids Review & Giveaway (3 Winners!) Ends 7/13/14

June 27, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 31 Comments

Kids rely on frequent snacks throughout the day to keep their little bodies moving. The problem we run into as parents is finding healthy snacks — especially when we’re on the go. One easy solution? The Good Bag for Kids! Yay!

The Good Bag for Kids was founded by Dr. Natalie Geary, a board certified pediatrician who’s dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle which incorporates smart food choices. Good Bags contain products that are natural, nut-free, organic, and of course, kid-friendly.

There are a variety of bags to choose from, including a gluten-free option, as well as special travel packs. Different age-appropriate versions are available for children 1 & up, as well as 3 & up.

Good Bags are available on their site, as well as amazon.com, Abe’s Market, and various zoos, museums, and other family-friendly attractions. They’re also working on getting them in hotel mini bars!

I was recently sent a Good Bag Travel Pack (age 1 & up) for review. Let’s see what was inside! [read more…]

Citrus Lane June 2014 Review #2 – First Box Only $9

June 26, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 2 Comments

This is my second Citrus Lane review for June (the first one is right here). My mom has another subscription that she aged up for the girls so we get double the goodies! Sadly, she only has one more month left in her prepaid sub and I don’t think she’s going to renew. ( 🙁 )

Citrus Lane is a monthly subscription for babies/kids aged newborn-5. It’s $29/month (cheaper with longer subs) and includes a nice assortment of toys, books, snacks, toiletries, etc. Sometimes they even include a gift for mom. [read more…]

Conscious Box June 2014 Review & Code for FREE Box!

June 25, 2014 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Conscious Box is a monthly subscription box that features eco-friendly/natural products. Items range from healthy snacks, to natural toothpaste, and everything in between. There are 3 different boxes to choose from: The Vegan Box (which I always get), The Gluten-Free Box, and the Classic Box.

Boxes were always $19.95/month, but they’ve recently announced 2 new box options: The Plus (as low as $16.95/mo) and the Taster (as low as $6.95/mo). Last month they began sending out their “new & improved” boxes that promised to included more full sized items. (You can see May’s review here.)

Let’s see what was inside June’s (vegan) box! [read more…]

bluum June 2014 Review & Code for 50% Off First Box!

June 24, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 4 Comments

I knew my bluum box was going to be delivered today and I couldn’t wait to see what was inside. I hadn’t seen any spoilers this month, so I had no clue what I would find. Exciting!

bluum is a monthly subscription box for babies & kiddos from birth through age 5. Each box contains 5 or more products that are responsibly sourced, eco-friendly and often organic.

There used to be monthly “themes”, but they’ve moved away from that and instead curate each box based upon your child’s current age in months. bluum also recently joined forces with Stork Stack, so anyone who had a subscription with them (Stork Stack) will now be receiving boxes from bluum instead.

My girls are currently 22 months old, so the bluum box I received was for 23 months. Okay, let’s see what was in the big red box this time! [read more…]

Love With Food Free Box and July 2014 Spoilers

June 23, 2014 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Love With Food has partnered with 2 Degrees Food for their upcoming July box!

2 Degrees bars are all natural, gluten-free, and vegan! Yay! Oh, and they taste damn good too!

Like Love With Food, 2 Degrees is also dedicated to feeding the hungry. For every 2 Degrees bar sold, they donate a meal to a person in need. — Just like Love With Food does with their monthly boxes.

Thanks to this awesome partnership, LWF will be doubling the amount of meals donated for the month of July. Woohoo!

I was recently sent a sampler box of 2 Degrees bars for review before the July box is shipped. Let’s have a look! [read more…]

FabKids Review & $15 Outfit for New Members

June 22, 2014 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

FabKids is a monthly clothing subscription for toddlers & older kiddos (sizes 2-12). Each month you get to choose a new 2-piece outfit from the selections on their site. There are plenty of different outfits to choose from (and mix n’ match) with more being added regularly, but if nothing appeals to you (or your little one), no problem! — You can totally skip a month… or two… or as many as you’d like. You’re never forced to buy anything. (I’ve been a member for almost a year now and have only ordered once or twice. It’s that easy to skip months!)

All 2-piece FabKids outfits are $29.95, but they also have separates that start at $14.95. New members can score their first outfit for just $15 shipped! There’s also a rewards system that allows members to earn points towards free clothes.

Okay, onto the outfit I chose! [read more…]

Loot Crate “Transform!” June 2014 Review & Discount Code

June 21, 2014 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Loot Crate is a monthly subscription box for fans of gamer/geek culture.

Every month you’ll get a box with 6-8 items that can include toys, gear, snacks, hardware, art, accessories, and more! Boxes are $19.37/month (price includes shipping), or less with longer subscriptions.

Last month I got a chance to review May’s Loot Crate (which was themed “Adventure!”) and my husband loved it! He was actually just sporting his new Zelda shirt yesterday. I love that I’ve finally found a subscription that even he enjoys! Yay!

June’s theme is “Transform!”. I had heard rumors of yet another exclusive t-shirt this month… Were they right? Read on, friend! [read more…]

Citrus Lane June 2014 Review & Code for $20 Off 1st Box!

June 20, 2014 by Wendy Rose — 2 Comments

*As of December 2015, Citrus Lane is no longer in business. If you’re looking for an alternative, bluum is a great choice. — You can see my reviews of them here. With bluum, you can choose your own products and build your own box. They feature the same great brands, plus you can save $10 on your first month with coupon code “MRVA286CCE“.*

Citrus Lane is a monthly subscription for babies/kids aged newborn-5. It’s $29/month (cheaper with longer subs) and includes a nice assortment of toys, books, snacks, toiletries, etc. Sometimes they even include a gift for mom.

This month’s Citrus Lane box included products to help celebrate the start of summer. I had seen a few spoilers, so I had an idea of what would be in my box, but I’m never 100% sure what I’ll get… Which is kinda the whole point of subscription boxes, right? 😉

Our box is geared towards a 22-month year old girl and here’s what was inside… [read more…]

Monthly Love June 2014 Review & Special Offer

June 18, 2014 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Monthly Love is a newer “time of the month” subscription box that sends you snacks, pampering products, and a little gift along with your choice of feminine products.

A portion of every month’s profit is donated to a cause or charity that’s often associated with the particular month. For June, they decided to focus on heat waves and how to protect yourself from them during the upcoming summer months. A portion of their profits this month will be donated to the American Red Cross. (Last month’s cause was skin cancer awareness and donations were made to the Skin Cancer Foundation.)

Monthly Love boxes are $30/month and shipping is always free.

Let’s see what came in June’s box! [read more…]

Vegan Presence June 2014 Review – The Final Month

June 18, 2014 by Wendy Rose — Leave a Comment

Welp, the time has come… This is the final Vegan Presence package. They announced a few months back that the subscription would be coming to an end in June, and here we are.

Vegan Presence is was a monthly subscription box service that featured — you guessed it — 100% vegan-friendly products. Items ranged from food to beauty to household essentials. I looked forward to their packages every month and am mega bummed that the fun is over.

That said, I was hoping for an amazing “final package” of goodies, but was kinda underwhelmed. To be honest, I’m actually sorta happy about it though. Softens the blow a bit.

Alright… Let’s have a look at June’s offerings! [read more…]

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