Laurel & Reed is a cruelty-free and non-toxic beauty subscription for $49.95/month + $6.95 shipping to the U.S. You'll get 4-6 full-size products each month that have a minimum total value of $100+.
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About this All-Natural Cruelty-Free Beauty Subscription
The Subscription Box: Laurel & Reed
The Cost: $49.95/month + $6.95 US shipping. Discounts available for longer commitments.
The Products: A mix of 4-6 full-size makeup, hair care, body & skincare, wellness, and lifestyle products with a minimum total value of $100+
Ships to: The US for $6.95, Canada for $14.00, International for $20.00
Laurel & Reed August 2019 Review
Your box will ship in a plain outer box to preserve the lovely ribbon.
There's a card which simply states all of the things you can expect from the subscription and another info card that features a lovely print on one side with the items clearly listed out with retail prices and short descriptions on the other.
Harlow Youth Dew Face Elixir, 1 oz. - Retail Value $72.00
I'm loving the simple label and cute logo for this brand, Harlow. The serum is really rich and smells enchanting. I have a feeling this will be a great one for colder months since it feels like it can really boost hydration in the skin and I'll probably use this one more at nighttime which will make for a lovely routine. The info card from L&R suggests pairing this with a gua sha tool which sounds like a fantastic idea to me.
Terrene Orchid Dew, - Retail Value $34.00
I am coming around to this night treatment. It has a thin milky look and consistency to it but gets slightly gummy or elastic-like once on the skin. Its main ingredients are white orchid milk extract, Aspen bark, rosehip seed oil, ginseng, and ceramides that come together to condition, exfoliate, restore, and help reduce dark spots on the skin. I think I'll need to use it longer to see if it's helping me at all, but for now, I like the evening ritual before moisturizing.
PLANT Apothecary Matcha Antioxidant Face Mask, 2 oz. - Retail Value $24.00
YASSSSS! I actually got this mask in another box not too long ago and simply adore it. PLANT Apothecary is a great clean skincare brand and this mask is incredibly calming. Matcha and chamomile are the heavy hitters here, although there's nothing heavy about them. A few drops of water or gentle toner or mist will turn this light green fine powder to an ultra-creamy mask that feels divine when being spread on the face. This might be one of my favorite masks and is perfect for chilling out irritated or red skin.
BKIND Floral Hand Balm, 50 g - Retail Value $11.99
I am a huge fan of BKIND's packaging. It's always so feminine and beautiful and the label on this hand balm is no exception with it's illustrated flowers and gold foil lettering. This balm comes in a solid form that quickly thins out when warmed in between your palms. Like the Harlow Face Elixir, I think this lightly floral scented balm will be better used come wintertime or the approaching crisp fall days. While I'm not the biggest fan of balms like this, Megan perked up when she saw this, so I'll be gifting it to her!
The Verdict: Laurel & Reed has presented me with four lovely products from a couple of familiar brands and a couple of new-to-me brands. They always choose beautifully packaged items that get me excited to try. The four items featured this month have a retail value of $141.99 which is pretty darn great for a box that costs $56.90.
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To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Boxes ship immediately for first-time purchases (if the current box is available, which this one is) with subscriptions shipping between the 15-20th of the month moving forward. You can also purchase any past boxes still available on their site for a one-time purchase of $49.95 (+ shipping).
Value Breakdown: For $56.90 ($49.95 + $6.95 shipping) here’s what you are paying approximately per item:
- Face Elixir: $28.85
- Orchid Dew: $13.62
- Matcha Mask: $9.62
- Hand Balm: $4.80
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