Wednesday Reviews : Pop Sugar Must Have Box {April}

Hello!! Wednesday is quickly turning into my favorite day.  Not only is it the halfway point in the week, it's also a day I get to review something fun and new in my life. Last month, I decided to renew my Pop Sugar Must Have Box subscription!  If you don't know about Pop Sugar, it's a monthly box that is $39.95 a month, and you receive over $100 of goodies- ranging from food to fitness to beauty.

I love surprises, so this box is right up my alley!  The inspiration for April's box was "Spring Showers, Farmers Market, Outdoor Fun, Fresh Produce, Simplicity" and I think that perfectly sums up what we got this month!

Here's what I received in April's box (note- I paid for a 3-month subscription for myself.  This is not  a sponsored post in any way!)

One Love Organics Gardenia + Tea Antioxidant Body Serum.  I've heard of facial serums, but this is supposed to be for your entire body.  I'm not a huge fan of the gardenia scent (smells like old people's soap to me) but it's really moisturizing and made my skin feel amazing.

Flip and Tumble 24-7 Bag.  This bag is so cool!  There's a small pouch inside that you can flip inside out and stuff the bag into and carry around.  The bag is also huge and carries up to 35 pounds.  Love this!

 Dabney Lee Dottie Umbrella.  Who doesn't need more umbrellas?  Mine are always breaking or go missing.  This one is so cute and seems pretty sturdy.  It's supposed to rain this weekend, so I'll be sure to carry it around :)

 Produce Candles Rhubarb Spring Candle.  This candle smells freaking AMAZING!  I got the Rhubarb scent, and it smells really fresh and not fake at all.  I absolutely love candles and will be sure to burn this one all spring long!

Potting Shed Creations Garden-in-a-Bag Basil.  I love the concept of this- everything needed to grow basil is enclosed in this bag and there are no pots or anything needed.  I want to start growing my own herbs, so let's see if I can keep this little guy alive.

Mott 50 $25 gift card.  Pop Sugar usually includes a gift card or code for a website.  This one is for the Mott 50 website, which sells light-weight clothing with a 50 UV protection factor.  Most of their clothes are over $50 though, so I don't think I'll be using it.

There's also a code for 20% off your order at flip and tumble using the code POP20and 35% off at Produce Candles using the code SCENTANDSOIL. 



Overall, this was a fantastic box and was perfect for the beginning of spring!  I will use everything in this box, and I can't wait to see what I'll be getting in May.

If you're interested in trying the Must Have box, I would appreciate if you used my referral code!  Please and thank you :)

Have you ever tried a monthly subscription?  
Who else has grown herbs?  Any tips?

Comments

  1. carissajadeApril 15, 2015 at 5:27 AM

    This looks like such a fun box! I don't have any subscription boxes right now, but this one looks like a little bit of everything. Looking at the site now!

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    1. Gretchen BraunApril 15, 2015 at 6:18 AM

      I've tried a few and this is definitely my favorite! It's also a bit more expensive, but the items are much more useful. I still use things I got over a year ago on a daily basis! I hope you like it :)

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  2. Tori Teaches FitnessApril 15, 2015 at 5:47 AM

    I received a must have box last summer and really enjoyed it! I am still using and loving the body lotion- they had some great beauty products :) And I love those flip and tumble bags! I have two and use them all the time.

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    1. Gretchen BraunApril 15, 2015 at 6:19 AM

      That's great! I'm loving the bag already. I use reusable bags anytime I'm out, and I love these high-quality ones. I received another kind in an older box and I use it all the time! Love how it folds up :)

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  3. HoHo RunsApril 15, 2015 at 7:34 AM

    What a cute bag! You can't have too many candles. I've read several positive reviews on Pop Sugar boxes. I need to check them out. By the way, I'm a new follower. :)

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    1. Gretchen BraunApril 15, 2015 at 8:13 AM

      Thank you so much for stopping by!! I really appreciate it :) And I would highly recommend checking out these boxes..its really fun and a great treat for all the races you've done so far this year :)

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  4. UnknownApril 15, 2015 at 5:47 PM

    Oh wow so many fun things! I love the umbrella. So adorable! PS LOVE the new look!!!

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    1. Gretchen BraunApril 16, 2015 at 5:29 AM

      I love it too! It came at a perfect time too because we're supposed to be getting rain today/tomorrow. Thanks so much Heather!! And thanks for stopping by :)

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