July Ophelia's Apothecary Review
I have to admit, I was a little nervous this month when it neared the end and I hadn't received one of my fav boxes yet! With a change in address, I was worried that a woman in NY would receive my goods! Luckily, Ophelia's Apothecary is great and had everything right as rain and I should never have worried! Check out this month's goodies!
Ophelia's Apothecary:
Type: Indie Box
Cost: $15/month
What is it?: "A style profile can customize your treats to your preferences, you can cancel at any time or skip a month. Packages will include 4 or 5 fabulous treats, some full sizes, some samples, sometimes a piece of jewelry, information about the products in your box, and coupons and specials just for you based on your spending habits with Ophelia's Apothecary. All products, for the most part, will be straight from our studio, unless I find a treat to include that you might like from elsewhere. If you refer someone, please message me their name and once you have signed up 4 people, you will get one month free!" Right now, you can also sign up through FB but you can also see products and buy on their website. Boxes are also available on a quarterly or bi-annually service! Mention my name to get a free perfume roller-ball when you sign up for a 3-month sub OR just cause you are awesome and are giving me referral kudos!
The box
Unboxing!
There is an oil (?) mark on the box but nothing really seemed to leak. Something must have a bit (probably the scrub cause all my scrubs leak) but everything was fine when I opened the box.
First look- TONS of stuff!
Exfoliating Shower Glove: I was a bit surprised to see this since a bath glove was included last time but it was actually a wonderful surprise since this exfoliating glove came in handy! Heart rate monitors leave goop on you that will just NOT come off- this did the trick- thank goodness! Price: $1
Green Tea and Cucumber Mineral Rich Bath Salt: I probably say this more than enough, but I love baths. LOVE them. We actually just put in a special shelf in the bathroom for all my bath goodies. I finally got an amazing bathtub tray thing too- it has a place for a book (or your phone in your shower pouch), wine glass, cup, candle, etc. Anyway, I love baths and am all about bath bombs, bubble bath, and bath salts. Epsom salt is my jam... Then I smelled this! Amazing! I admit I have mainly looked at their sub options in their shop but I think I see a purchase of this product in my future! Price: $3
Honey and Shea Cuticle Salve: I get a lot of cuticle things and when I actually use them, turns out my nails are better! This, like all her stuff, smells amazing and I've been keeping it on my desk to help remind myself to use it. It's super easy to put on and though it's only been a few days, I'm loving trying this while I type away! This was strangely not on my info sheet and I can't find it on her store so I'm guessing this is a brand new item. Price is a complete estimate! Price: ~$5
Sugared Strawberries XXXX Lip Scrub: I have been overhauling my house/stuff which means organizing my samples too! I made it so that it's easy to use my samples and it turns out I have a lot of lip scrubs, what else did I find out? Some of them are no good! This amazing smelling scrub (CJ kept saying it smelled good too) hasn't been put to the test yet but I have high hopes since Ophelia's Apothecary hasn't let me down yet.
Price: $6
The lip scrub had a lid inside the lid (a semi-seal) although the outside did feel a little greasy. I still think this was the leak culprit although it didn't seem to affect the product.
Tranquil Sleep Pillow and Linen Spray: Yes, yes, yes! I am so glad I received this over the hair tonic (which is apparently one of their most popular items) since I am a terrible sleeper! I need meds to sleep- no joke- and while I'm re-teaching my body to sleep (like a normal human being) I would love something like this to help me sleep. Vanilla and lavender take me away! Price: $1.40
Blueberry Limon Face Cleanser: This is apparently "Ophelia"'s fav cleanser she makes! I used to dismiss exfoliate cleansers since I use a clarisonic but after getting an amazing scrub in a box one month, I love changing it up! Having an on-hand exfoliate cleanser is amazing- especially for busy mornings! Especially if it smells like this! I love a good-smelling wake-up! Price: $1.50
Vanilla Mint Lip Balm: I've said it before but my all-time favorite lip balm is the pink lemonade one I got from my first month of this sub. These shea butter lip balms are so amazing. I can't get enough! I practically squealed when I saw I received one this month. And how is this one? It smells exactly like vanilla mint and the mint makes my lips tingle- it's amazing. I constantly want to lick my lips since it smells so good... maybe not the best thing to do but luckily it is shea butter lip balm so my lips feel amazing too. Price: $5
Verdict: This $15 box ended up being valued at $22.90 or $17.90 without the cuticle salve. I honestly can't believe the prices. All that homemade, amazing stuff is around $20? No way, it could be worth sooo much more- those are crazy prices. I'm not complaining though since it means I don't have to pay an arm and a leg for stuff and it means she is pricing things super fairly. The all-stars this month were the bath salts and lip balm. Again, I LOVE the lips balms, and the green tea and cucumber salt smells so good I can't wait to use it! Sign up yourself and if you mention my name you get a free perfume roller-ball when you sign up for a 3-month sub!
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This is by far my favorite subscription!
ReplyDeleteRight?! It's soo good!
DeleteDid you get an email that it sent or anything? I still haven't gotten my box this month...
ReplyDeleteLove this sub so much! But I was a little bummed there wasn't any jewelry this month.
ReplyDeleteI was really happy with my box. I got an unscented version of the hair tonic (I have scent allergies) and it was amazing-- it made my hair smooth & soft without making it greasy & flat. I liked everything I received which is a first for me for any subscription box.
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