Wellness and Skincare Haul - All Local and Mostly Organic!
Hello, lovelies! It's been months since my last post, so today I'm going to share my latest purchase at BeautyMNL, the slight hiccup on my order, how I got additional freebies, and shopping credit. I bought several items that mostly consist of wellness and skincare products that I have been eyeing for days and some for months! Well, the products they carry sell fast so when I get notifications from my email that the waitlist items are back in stock, they go directly to my shopping cart. 😊My order was placed and paid on May 22 and the estimated delivery will be the following day. I was really excited to receive them but I never got an email or text by May 23. I never experienced this before but I thought to myself the slight delay must have been caused by their Flash Sale. On May 24 I have a DFA appointment so I didn't bother to check on the status of my order. I got home late in the afternoon and decided to send an email later at night to their customer service department. The next day I got a response from their team, it turns out that there was a glitch in their system. I was able to place an order even though the product is already out of stock. It was the Algynatural Seaweeds Intimate Wash. I was a bit disappointed because I really wanted to try it (I love natural and local products). They informed me that I can exchange it for an item with the same price, refund the money through Paypal reversal, bank deposit or shopping credits. I decided to take the shopping credit because it's less of a hassle and it's non-expiring anyway. They also told me that they'd request for the package to be delivered on Sunday, May 27. I didn't receive it on that day but I didn't really care at that time.
Fast-forward to Monday, May 28 I received the package early in the morning. I checked the items and as usual, they were wrapped nicely. I was surprised to see that they gave me additional freebies. Yay!
Here are the products I bought, all locally-made (support our own!) and mostly organic.
The Breakdown
1. Organic Quinoa Rice Grain (200g) by The Green Tummy - ₱200.00It's a healthy substitute for rice that is packed with essential amino acids; offers a complete source fiber and proteins; contains iron, zinc, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin B6 and E.
2. Flower Tea (10g) by Manila Superfoods - ₱115.00
This is a caffeine-free, herbal beverage made from dried butterfly pea flower which is very interesting because this is a color-changing tea. Yep, like a magical potion. It starts out blue and turns violet once you squeeze in a lemon wedge into it. I am actually excited to try it out.
3. 100% Natural Tinted Lip Balm by Human ❤ Nature - ₱100.00
I love this one, it's all-natural and it's tinted. Perfect for dry lips and lazy days.
4. Heal All Tamanu Oil by Skin Genie (10ml) - ₱200.00Again, another favorite local skincare brand. I haven't tried this before but I was curious because this one got high reviews on BeautyMNL website. Plus, it has multiple uses. According to the site, this is formulated with pure tamanu oil which promotes the formation of new tissue and healthy skin growth; speeds up wound healing; can be used on scars, acne, age spots, rashes, rosacea, dry skin, sores, burns, stretch marks, psoriasis, eczema, cuts, insect bites, cuts, wrinkles, and sunburn; also helps with hyperpigmentation, athlete’s foot, and chapped lips; moisturizing and nourishing formula.
So this little roll-on bottle might be the answer to my dark spots caused by my recent breakout. 😢
5. Refreshing Apple Pocket Soap (50ml) by Human ❤ Nature - ₱63.00
My hands are highly sensitive to harsh soaps and I dread using public restrooms that do not provide one. I mean, why? So this is a good buy for me because it is Triclosan-free and paraben-free, smells like apple and travel-friendly.
6. Duo Steel Straw Set by SIP PH - ₱200.00 (Silver) ₱280.00 (Black and Rose Gold)
These are the very reason why I shopped. I've been waiting for the day they re-stock steel straws! I've seen quite a few brands and makes of straws but it was love at first sight at these babies. I even got a set for my boyfriend and big sis! I'd probably post a review about this steel straw soon because I also want to share my advocacy in reducing plastic waste.
 |
| Saving Mother Earth 6 Reusable Steel Straws at a Time! |
The Freebies
1. VitaGreen-C Sampler by Easy Cures2. Peckish Rice Crisps in Sweet Chili Flavor
3. Cornitos Nacho Crisps in Barbeque Flavor
4. Dove Intense Repair Shampoo and Conditioner Sachets
5. Esfolio Moisture Soothing Gel Aloe Vera 92% Sampler
6. Snoe Torrid Beso Balm
7. Bath Junkies Bath Bar
I was only supposed to get a VitaGreen-C Sampler, Rice Crisps, and Nacho Chips but they added these stuff on my bag. I gotta say they did well making up for late delivery. My only opinion for service improvement is for them to take the initiative to inform the customer regarding such inventory issues. It would make the process faster and much more pro-consumer. Nevertheless, I still love shopping at BeautyMNL.😊
Until Next Time!
