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Nature’s Wellness Box… October 2020 Subscription Box Review

Nature’s Wellness Box is a new Canadian subscription box focused on aromatherapy, lifestyle and wellness. Each month you will receive 5-6 full-sized; non-toxic, natural, vegan and cruelty-free products worth $80+. These products are carefully, hand-selected so you can feel at ease knowing they are eco-friendly and are good for your whole family to use.

Cost: $44.99

Shipping: $7.99 – Canada, $18.99 – USA

(FREE shipping on orders over $50 from the shop)

(This box was sent to SubscriptionBoxes.ca for review purposes and is our honest opinion, please contact us at info at subscriptionboxes.ca if you’d like us to review your box)

What’s inside the September Box:

Each Nature’s Wellness Box comes with a tri-fold leaflet focusing on how to maintain a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.

*This month’s brochure was held up at printing due to COVID-19, so I received an email version*

The October Box focuses on loving yourself through self-care.

Inside the tri-fold leaflet you will find detailed information about each product in your box for that month.

Céla Crème Rose – retail price $39.00

Infused with notes of sweet jasmine, peach and rose water, and enriched with Canadian botanicals, cupuaçu butter and Abyssinian oil. This velvety body cream will leave your skin hydrated and oh, so soft.

Paraben Free – Sulfate Free – Phthalate Free

Old Soul Soap Company, Sleep Well Bath Bomb in lavender sweet orange frankincense ylang ylang – retail price $6.00

Slip into a relaxing bath with this essential oil infused bath bomb. The perfect way to way to get ready for a good nights sleep.subs

Vegan Friendly

BKIND Natural Toothpaste Tabs (100 tablets) – retail price $16.00

A 100% natural toothpaste tab that is free from fluoride, artificial colours, aluminum and preservatives. Even the packaging is 100% compostable!

Eco-friendly

Bamboo Biodegradable Charcoal Tooth Brush – retail price $21.99

This bamboo tooth brush is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastic toothbrushes. The bamboo is a natural plant and fully biodegradable. The bristles are soft and infused with charcoal which has antibacterial, anti-fungal and antiviral properties to help fight plaque, tooth decal and gum disease while whitening your teeth.

Eco-friendly

TASTE OF NATURE Cranberry Snack Bar – retail price $2.00

A tasty fruit and nut bar made right here in Canada. Enjoy the delicious taste of nutritious cranberries, raisins, peanuts, almonds and flaxseeds. Perfect as a snack on the go!

Gluten free – Organic – Non-GMO – Vegan – Kosher

Nature’s Lavender Essential Oil Roll On – retail price $18.00

This roll on essential oil is made with 100% pure and natural coconut oil and lavender essential oil. Not only is lavender know for its relaxing and comforting scent it can help sleeplessness, anxiety and provide migraine relief. Lavender also works to kill bacteria and has anti-inflammatory abilities.

Verdict: I love how the focus of this month’s Nature’s Wellness box is all about self-care and loving yourself! This is something that everyone should put a lot more care and focus towards. Each month the Nature’s Wellness Box helps make it that much easier on all of us to do just that and try a few new, amazing products too! I cannot wait to try out the Natural Toothpaste Tabs. I have seen similar ones advertised in years past. Now I get to see for myself what all the hype is about. Another product that I am looking forward to trying is the Crème Rose. I have never heard about this cream before I started googling it and it has some great reviews! This month my Nature’s Wellness Box did not come with the printed off brochure instead I was sent it via emailed. I’m not sure how others feel, but I love the idea of a paperless information brochure!

What did you think of the October Nature’s Wellness Box?

Nature’s Wellness Box… September 2020 Subscription Box Review

Cost: $44.99

Shipping: $7.99 – Canada, $18.99 – USA

(FREE shipping on orders over $50 from the shop)

(This box was sent to SubscriptionBoxes.ca for review purposes and is our honest opinion, please contact us at info at subscriptionboxes.ca if you’d like us to review your box)

What’s inside the September Box:

Each Nature’s Wellness Box comes with a tri-fold leaflet focusing on how to maintain a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.

The September Box focuses on gratitude and abundance.

Inside the tri-fold leaflet you will find detailed information about each product in your box for that month.

NIU BODY GLOW Luminizing Facial Serum – retail price $39

A female founded company with 100% naturally derived ingredients creates this unique blend of camellia seed oil, jojoba oil, bergamot essential oil, and Vitamin E will leave your skin radiant and bright. Apply 2-5 drops on cleansed skin morning and evening.

Cruelty Free – Paraben Free – Sulfate Free – Phthalate Free – Aluminum Free – Gluten Free – Vegan

Moonlust Divination Calm & Collected Candle – retail price $14.99

Hand poured 100% natural soy wax candle in a jar. Scented with lovely fragrant essential oils – sandalwood, cedarwood and lemongrass.

Natural Jade Stone Face Roller – retail price $21

This jade stone face roller is currently a must have in the beauty industry. It gently massages your skin to tighten while removing fine lines and wrinkles, puffiness, uneven skin tone, dark under eye circles, acne scaring and enlarged pores.

NATURE”S PATH ORGANIC Love Crunch Granola Bar – retail price $4.99 for 6 bars

A healthy wholesome granola bar you can take on the go with you. Simple ingredients we all love, including whole grain rolled oats, fair trade chocolate, strawberries and raspberries

DEMES NATURAL Nourishing Face Cream – retail price $21.99

A thick and rich face cream that is 100% natural and made from plant-based ingredients. For long-lasting moisture, gently massage on to your face sparingly to nourish dry, aging skin.

Verdict: Each month I love the surprise and variety I receive in the Nature’s Wellness box. I love that each of the products inside my box each month are supporting local Canadian companies, often with a focus on smaller businesses never mass market items (maybe with the exception of the snack this month) or overseas products. These are products that I can feel good about using on my body and in my home.

What did you think of the August Nature’s Wellness Box?

Nature’s Wellness Box… August 2020 Subscription Box Review

Cost: $44.99

Shipping: $7.99 – Canada, $18.99 – USA

(FREE shipping on orders over $50 from the shop)

(This box was sent to SubscriptionBoxes.ca for review purposes and is our honest opinion, please contact us at info at subscriptionboxes.ca if you’d like us to review your box)

What’s inside the August Box:

Each Nature’s Wellness Box comes with a tri-fold leaflet focusing on how to maintain a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.

The August Box focuses on simple tips for creating a natural lifestyle through reducing toxic load, reducing waste, eating real food and proactive healthcare.

Inside the tri-fold leaflet you will find detailed information about each product in your box for that month.

nomz Energy Bites – retail price $4

Two delicious energy bites snack coated in freshly crushed nuts. They are soft, chocolaty, nutty and sweet. Made with only ingredients you can easily pronounce. These tasty treats are certified organic, vegan, paleo gluten-free and are made without refined sugars.

routine Natural Deodorants – retail price $18

Four mini 5g natural deodorant samples. The perfect way to find the right scent for you! Samples include: Like a Boss, Sexy Sadie, The Curator & Superstar.

LADYFLOW Rose Petals Himalayan Bath Salts – retail price $12

A soothing & softening rose scented bath salts to help ease those aches, cramps and menstrual discomfort.

MOROCCAN MAGIC Lavender Vanilla Lip Balm – retail price $6

The benefits of argan and essential oils in a lip balm. Use before going to sleep for a relaxing nights sleep and hydrated lips.

DOCK & BAY Quick Dry Towel – $33

A quick drying beach towel that absorbs more than twice its weight in water. It folds up small for easy transportation to the beach, poolside, camping, backpacking or wherever you want to take it. When you’re the beach sand won’t stick to it and best of all even after many uses it will still be odor-free!

Verdict: I have been lucky enough to receive a few Nature’s Wellness Boxes over the past few months and I must say this is my favorite box of theirs yet! I do follow them on Facebook, so often I know more or less what types of items will be inside the box before I even receive it. Needless to say, I was so happy when I got the Dock & Bay Quick Dry Towel. This quick dry towel is awesome! It is huge, so soft and pink, my favorite colour! I love it! I see so many great uses for it. From camping, swimming lessons for the kids and for those few rare times when we go to the beach (there aren’t many beaches close by where we live). Another item that I couldn’t wait for was the routine natural deodorant. It is locally made from a company in my city and I have been lucky enough to try it multiple times over the last few years. This sample pack is exactly what I need. Everyone’s body reacts differently to deodorants, so this is the perfect opportunity to find my favorite scent that works best for my body. The value of this month’s box for me was worth every penny! I fell in love with a few new great items and was reacquainted with a familiar brand that I had forgotten how much I loved.

What did you think of the August Nature’s Wellness Box?

Nature’s Wellness Box… July 2020 Subscription Box Review

Cost: $44.99

Shipping: $7.99 – Canada, $18.99 – USA

(FREE shipping on orders over $50 from the shop)

(This box was sent to SubscriptionBoxes.ca for review purposes and is our honest opinion, please contact us at info at subscriptionboxes.ca if you’d like us to review your box)

What’s inside the July Box:

Each Nature’s Wellness Box comes with a tri-fold leaflet focusing on how to maintain a healthy, well-balanced lifestyle.

The July Box focuses on how to keep your body and mind healthy during these unique times we are all going through together, yet apart. Keeping the relationships and conversations going with those that you care about are so important for your mental health.

Inside the tri-fold leaflet you will find detailed information about each product in your box for that month.

Arise N’ Go Popped Water Lily Seeds – $4

More popularly known as Makhana, the water lily seeds closely resemble popcorn, only healthier. They don’t have the kernels and have 67% less fat, 20% fewer calories and 50% more protein than popcorn.

Standing Stone Wellness Eucalyptus & Mint Shower Steamers – $9

The aromatherapy product of the month! Give yourself a spa like experience with eucalyptus, peppermint and rosemary essential oils. Place one on the shower floor and enjoy your spa experience.

Nature’s Body Lotion with Rosehip Essence – $25

Rich hydration for dry hands and body with rosehip essence and pomegranate oil. This all natural body cream doesn’t contain: SLS, SLES, artificial fragrance and parabens.

Above and Beeyond Beeswax Wrap – $10

Hand-made in British Columbia with 100% cotton fabric, 100% pure Canadian beeswax produced in BC, 100% pure and organic jojoba oil and 100% pure pine resin. The beeswax wraps provide a sustainable alternative to plastic and can last up to 18 months, then be composted.

GREEN CRICKET SPF 30 Face Moisturizing Mineral Sunscreen – $20

100% naturally sourced sunscreen lotion designed for your face. Fragrance-free and gentle on even sensitive skin.

Verdict: I was so excited to receive my Nature’s Wellness box in the mail this month. It is a fun surprise that I look forward to each month because I know that each of the products are going to improve the way I feel both inside and outside my body. Since having received my first box last month, I have activity been trying to think and be mindful of what I am using on my body and putting in my body. I was happy to see such a different assortment of items than last month, yet they are along the same product line focusing on health and wellness. I loved that it included pampering products, as well as, some very practical and useful products too. My favorite products this month would be the face sunscreen and the beeswax wrap. My family spends lots of time enjoying the outdoors and this sunscreen is an essential for my daily life in protecting my skin. I have seen beeswax wraps around over the last few years but never knew much about them. I am so thankful that I am now able to try one out…who knows maybe I’ll have to purchase a few more later on!

What did you think of the July Nature’s Wellness Box?

nature’s Wellness Box… June 2020 Subscription Box Review

nature’s Wellness Box is a new Canadian subscription box focused on aromatherapy, lifestyle and wellness. Each month you will receive 5-6 full-sized; non-toxic, natural, vegan and cruelty-free products worth $80+. These products are carefully, hand-selected so you can feel at ease knowing they are eco-friendly and are good for your whole family to use.

Cost: $44.99

Shipping: $7.99 – Canada, $18.99 – USA

(FREE shipping on orders over $50 from the shop)

(This box was sent to SubscriptionBoxes.ca for review purposes and is our honest opinion, please contact us at info at subscriptionboxes.ca if you’d like us to review your box)

Each nature’s Wellness Box comes with a tri-fold leaflet focusing on how to maintain a healthy well-balanced lifestyle.

The June Box focuses on how to properly increase your sunshine intake, which will improve many aspects of your life including mood, sleep, and weight loss to name a few.

Inside the tri-fold leaflet you will find very detailed information about each product in your box for that month.

As a special thank you, for reviewing this box, I was sent a sweet handwritten thank you card from the owner of nature’s Wellness Box. I always appreciate a hand-written note, because they are just so rare in today’s society. Something about them is just so much more personal than a quick email. I feel a much greater connection to the box and owner, not that I am just another customer.

GENUINE TEA CO. Lemon Ginger Rooibos – $9

This Canadian made tea is high in antioxidants without the caffeine. The burst of citrus and gingery finish is sure to sooth both mind and body.

This tea sounds perfect for today on such a cool, rainy day. Even my daughter was excited that it was caffeine-free so she could sample it too!

BRIDALWOOD SOAPS French Lavender Clay Soap – $7

Even through the outside of the box I could smell this lovely soap made with luxurious butters and goats milk. The French Green Clay is sure to keep my hands oil-free without drying them out and the lavender buds will act as gentle exfoliators. Both my kids were excited to open the soap and begin washing their hands… Mommy win!

nature’s ESSENTIAL OILS Lemon – $12

Nature’s 100% pure Lemon Essential Oil is has powerful anti-microbial activity. Not only can it boost energy and metabolism, but it uplifts the mood, enhances skin quality and disinfects surfaces. I am very excited to use this as a natural cleaner, but I have no idea where to start. I wish that a note card of how to use it for the listed purposes was included in the box.

GREEN CRICKET Natural Hand-Sanitizer – $7 each

This Health Canada approved travel-sized natural plant based ethanol hand sanitizer could not have come at a better time! I have never used hand-sanitizer so much in my life and I feel like I could honestly write a book about the good and bad hand sanitizers on the market. This one is lightly scented with lavender, citrus and orange oil extracts. I’m not sure I have ever loved a hand sanitizer, but these are about as good as hand sanitizers go. They will surely come in handy in the car and my purse.

IBUKI BEAUTY Rose – $9

A combination of salt, sugar and various rose ingredients in this shower scrub helps reduce redness, is a natural source of Vitamin C & E, beneficial for acne prone skin and dry skin. A product just for me and I can’t wait to give my skin a lovely refreshing look.

BEEKEEPER’S NATURAL Propolis Throat Spray – $14

An immune system boost with 95% bee propolis extract that is naturally rich in antioxidants and powerful germ crushing compounds. A must-have for anyone who travels often, trains hard, gets sore throats or is needs an extra line of immune defense. I am probably most excited to use this spray when cold season comes around or even if anyone in the family is feeling a little drained of energy. At the same time, I would rather not have to use it and everyone can just stay healthy!

GREEN CRICKET SPF30 Lip Balm – $5

I love lip balm and I use it many times a day! This one from Green Cricket is certified by Health Canada and is made without harmful chemicals, artificial fragrances or colours. The SPF30 is just what I need during the upcoming summer months.

Verdict: Getting to enjoy this new Canadian based health and wellness subscription box was truly such a treat. Within our family we don’t always purchase organic but when I am faced with the opportunity to try natural, non-toxic products I am constantly amazed and this subscription box was no exception. Nature’s Wellness Box delighted me with a wide variety of healthier living: beauty, lifestyle, health and pampering products from local small businesses. Each of these products was hand-picked and curated within this box with purpose. Our lives have been turned upside-down lately and these products provide some peace of mind knowing you don’t need to sacrifice your health to maintain cleanliness and don’t forget to take time for yourself and your own mental health.

What did you think of the June nature’s Wellness Box?

Terra Bella Subscription Box – April 2017 Review

Terra Bella Box is an all natural bath and beauty subscription box. All the products are handmade, natural, cruelty-free and are made by small businesses. Each month your will receive 3-4 products. Some of products that may be included are cleansers, moisturizers, masks, exfoliators, hand and nail products, makeup, hair products and many more.

As an alternate choice there is the Terra Bella Make-up Edit Box with at least 3 make-up products a month. Best part is you can switch between the boxes whenever you like!

Cost: Terra Bella Box – $32.95

Terra Bella Make-up Edit Box – $29.95

Shipping: Determined at ‘checkout’

Coupon Codes: Save 25% off your order online at Meraki Botanicals, use promo code 25TBB

Free shipping on orders over $50 online at Abbey Lane Farm (Canadian addresses only), use promo code FREESHIP50

(This box was sent to SubscriptionBoxes.ca for review purposes, please contact us if you’d like us to review your box)

Each Terra Bella Box comes with an information card detailing each item in your box for that month, as well as the retail value and a website link is provided for additional purchases or information about each product.

Red Bird Natural Soap – Sunkissed Shampoo Bar

$6.00

This shampoo bar is made with rosemary, lavender and tea tree oils. It feels great on your scalp and truly cleans your hair too.

I have never tried or even heard of a shampoo bar before, so this will be a lot of fun to try. I am not sure it will do this trick for my long, thick hair but I cannot wait to try it out. I am sure if will be perfect for my husband and kids who have shorter, thinner hair.

Meraki Botanicals – Toothpaste in Mint Clove

$10.00

A natural alternative to store bought toothpastes which have chemicals. This one is vegan and made with organic ingredients.

I have seen natural toothpastes before but never tried them. This one comes in a jar which makes it harder to apply to my toothbrush. It smells okay (a lot better than I was expecting), but my teeth are normally quite sensitive, and long-term I am not sure this toothpaste will help with that.

Coupon: Save 25% off your order online at Meraki Botanicals, use promo code 25TBB

EcoSkin Naturals – Post Shave Gel

$10.00

An all natural aftershave gel for both men and women designed to treat razor burns while providing a calming and cooling feeling. This gel is made with 90% aloe and 10% essential oils.

I know my husband uses aftershave all the time, but I have never thought about it for myself. With the summer season coming, this will be a very useful products!

Abbey Lane Farm – Solid Perfume in Spring Blossom

$18.00

A solid perfume set in a base of fractionated coconut oil, jojoba oil and local beeswax from Canada. These perfumes are unique blends of pure essential oils and absolutes derived from earth’s botanical ingredients. The Spring Blossom scent is a blend of bergamot, clary sage, neroli, ylang ylang and cedarwood, creating a crisp and refreshing smell.

The smell is lovely and I love wearing new perfumes. I have never tried a solid perfume before, so it will be neat to see how well the scent lasts compared to a spray perfume or roll-on. I am shocked at the price of this small sized solid perfume, don’t think I will be buying it anytime soon, but always nice to try it out in my April Terra Bella Box!

Coupon: Free shipping on orders over $50 online at Abbey Lane Farm (Canadian addresses only), use promo code FREESHIP50

Verdict: April’s Terra Bella Box had some unique products that I am so excited to try! They are products that I wouldn’t have bought myself but I am always open to trying new all natural products for both myself and my family. I love the simplicity in each of these products and the fact that I can read all of their ingredients.

This month the value of the box was just slightly more than the cost of the box itself, however, isn’t it worth a little for the amazing surprises and new items you get to try each month?!

What did you think of the Terra Bella Box?