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The PMS Package Subscription Review + Coupon – December 2017

Marne Orenich
ByMarne OrenichJan 10, 2018 | 6 comments

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The PMS Package
1.9 overall rating
13 Ratings | 5 Reviews

The PMS Package is a period subscription box to help you deal with your cravings and pamper yourself.

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My Subscription Addiction paid for this box. (Check out the review process post to learn more about how we review boxes.)

This review is of the Premium, $34.99 a month box. 

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About The PMS Package

The Subscription Box: The PMS Package

The Cost: $34.99 per month for the premium package (with free shipping).

LIMITED TIME DEAL: Use code BONUS to receive a bonus Beauty Kit when you purchase a Premium PMS Package!

Or, use code EMAIL5 to save $5 off your first box!

The Products: Snacks, beauty items, and feminine hygiene products.

Ships to: US for free, International costs vary depending on location.

Good to know: It looks like their pricing model recently changed. They no longer have the mini package that we had previously reviewed. You also get to choose the delivery date for your package to coincide with your period.

The PMS Package December 2017 Review

The first thing I noticed was that The PMS Package got a makeover this month! That pleases me greatly since I love the new packaging and logo. Great job, everyone!

tampax super tampons in box tampax super tampons

Tampax Super Absorbency Tampons, 10 ct - Retail Value $2.68

Last month I was sent a similar box of 10-count tamps, but they were the lighter "regular" absorbancy. This time, they are getting a little warmer with these "super" absorbency, but I know that super plus is still out there. If I'm going to use tampons (instead of my menstrual cup), those are the ones. No harm done though, as these will always get used somewhere, somehow, by someone in need.

U by kotex long panty liners single U by kotex long panty liner

U by Kotex Long Wrapped Panty Liners, 16 ct - Retail Value $1.39

These are definitely more useful to me since I still normally like a layer of protection between my cup and my undies, just in case. Or, like it says on the package, for "light days". Each of these "long" pads comes individually wrapped and is seven inches long. There's a good amount of absorbency in there, so I will rest a bit easier.

2 packets of advil

Advil (2 Tablet Packs) x 2 - Buy a box of 50 for $13.89

Advil, my old friend. You are the wind beneath my wings. Personally, I don't know if I buy into the pain relief products marketed especially towards menstrual pains since Advil usually gets the job done for me no matter what the problem is. I carry around a small bottle of Advil in my purse, but these are also perfect to pop into a travel case.

Cala cooling cucumber eye pads back of Cala cooling cucumber eye pads package

Cala Cooling Cucumber Eye Pads, 1 pair - Buy a pack of 5 for $7.95

Now onto the pampering part of this box! Many of us are familiar with the image of a woman relaxing with her hair in a towel and cucumber slices on her eyes when she needs some "me time", so these are just a stand-in for when you don't have the real thing. These pads are soaked in actual cucumber juice, aloe vera, and "other natural ingredients". They suggest popping these in the fridge to cool before using for "maximum refreshment", so I did just that. I slapped these two cool cukes onto my lids and they smelled a lot like cucumbers and had the same nice cooling effect although they didn't stay that temperature for long. These are very much like a sheet mask for your eyelids and essence did seem to moisturize my skin a bit.

hpliday time candle in moonlit snow 3/4 view of hpliday time candle in moonlit snow

Holiday Time Candle in Moonlit Snow, 3 oz. - Estimated Value $2

I luuurve candles, especially come winter when I want everything to smell like pine trees or moss or some woodsy stuff. This little 3-ounce candle will do the trick with it's "Moonlit Snow" scent, which I can't quite put my finger on but totally agree with. It has a clean fragrance that isn't overpowering. Though this is a candle from Walmart, it isn't sold online so I made a guess at the value.

just be! amazing essential lavender oil rollerball

Just Be! Amazing Essential Lavender Oil, 6 ml - Estimated Value $5

The next item to pamper yourself with while most likely not feeling your 100% best is this rollerball of lavender essential oil (made with sunflower seed oil as well). Lavender is known for its calming effects which help you relax and maybe even aid you in sleeping. The amount isn't listed on the bottle so I guessed by comparing to perfume rollerballs online, and also took a guess at the value. This smells just lovely and can be easily applied to your wrists or neck to help ease you out of your menstrual rage.

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Floral Lightweight Scarf - Estimated Value ?

Next, we have a light flowy scarf with a floral pattern that incorporates browns, reds, pinks, and greens. Though I wish this was a warm winter scarf, this will still be good to swaddle myself in while on the couch. It's 100% polyester, but soft to the touch and big enough to wrap around my neck a good three times.

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Janis & Melanie Brownie Cookie, 1 oz. - Buy a package of 8 for $5.80

Here begins the snack portion of this month's The PMS Package (my favorite part). I always crave a sweet treat after a meal, so period or not, this chocolatey brownie cookie is welcome. Like its name suggests, this is like a cookie in shape but softer, like a brownie. It's not the moistest thing I've ever eaten but satisfied my sweet tooth all the same.

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Long Grove Confectionery Co. Milk Chocolate S'more, 1.25 oz. - Retail Value $1.84

S'mores are very high on my list of favorite treats! I tend to make them in my toaster oven when the mood strikes me, but this little guy is a lot easier than making sure I have the main ingredients on hand. It's about the size of one graham cracker square, with a sliver of marshmallow on top and then is dipped in milk chocolate and drizzled in white chocolate. This was the first snack to be devoured. Delish.

sanders fine chocolatiers milk chocolate potato chip gourmet snack bar sanders fine chocolatiers milk chocolate potato chip gourmet snack bar on plate

Sanders Fine Chocolatiers Milk Chocolate Potato Chip Gourmet Snack Bar, 1.5 oz. - Retail Value $1.50?

I can't for the life of me find this product online, so I took a guess at the value here. I am obsessed with potato chips and adore chocolate, so this bar is a marriage made in heaven for me. The square of chocolate breaks into four triangular pieces so I can keep myself in check. The chocolate is super duper creamy and smooth and has potato chips crumbled throughout to give you little crunchy pockets of salty potato goodness. Fantastic treat!

opened chocomeister pretzel snack pack with pretzel dipped in hazelnut spread

Chocmeister Pretzel Snack Pack, 1.8 oz. - Buy a pack of 12 for $23.99

This snack pack by Peanut Butter & Co. remind me of my beloved pocky but have pretzels and are dunkable into some creamy hazelnut chocolate spread. These were devoured by me soon after discovering, but I couldn't help but notice that it still tasted sort of "healthy". I think these pretzels are the culprit, and the package boasts that it has less sugar and more protein than similar products. Well, ok. I ate it all and it was darn good, so whatever we need to do!

Verdict: The PMS Package this month was MUCH better than last month in my opinion. I thought the items were better suited for my period times and I appreciated that it wasn't all pink. I personally would so much rather receive cozy or spa-like items over things like makeup or a notebook when I am riding the crimson wave. I thought their treats were much better this month as well. The cost of the box is $34.99 and I received a total of eleven items that included two feminine hygiene products, some Advil, four snacks, and four items to pamper myself with. 

To Wrap Up:

Can you still get this box if you sign up today? From The PMS Package:

When you sign up for a subscription, you will be charged at the time that the checkout process is completed. Your first package will be shipped within 7 days after the initial sign up date and recurring months delivered on the custom delivery date selected. The subscriptions are set to auto renew each month on the same date as the initial sign up date.

Value Breakdown: At $34.99 for this box, you are paying approximately $3.18 per item which seems like a decent value to me.

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Marne Orenich
Marne Orenich
Marne is a lipstick connoisseur, record collector, and twice over cat mom. She loves discovering new clean beauty brands and has quite the collection of beautifully packaged serums and moisturizers.

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6 comments

Grace

I stopped using tampons and pads cause of the severe damage they do to the environment. I went on Etsy and they have some amazing reusable pads for a really good price. Save the environment AND $$$. 🙂

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Redhed36

December was my first box with them. For the price I wouldn’t pay regular subscription price for it. But I got two boxes for the price of one so I can deal. I will give most of the items ways. I don’t like chocolate… But it’s a neat box and something different. The scarf I received was hideous, not sure I am going to be able to give that away. LOL Hopefully next month will be worth it.

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Anna

I’ve subbed to Cora, Rose War Panty power, TOM boxes and others and I’ve always thought that this box looks like something my teenage son would pick out for for PMS. I don’t see the value for the price but if it makes you happy that’s what matters.

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Cary-Ann

How is it a decent deal when the average price per item is higher than the retail value of most items in the box?

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Katie

Wow I think this is a rip off!

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Linda

Agree!

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