Herbolution Review

I had been browsing the Herbolution shop for a few weeks before I put together enough money to get a nice, big package of samples for myself. I've seen tons of reviews for them and they seem to be a very popular shop on Etsy. I spent a little less than $40. The shop owners even gave me the choice of more samples or a refund for the over-cost on shipping; I choose more samples. The chocolate mint body butter smelled like a peppermint patty, so I gave that away since I don't like chocolate and mint mixed. I also received a sample of chocolate spice soap which was fantastic. I wouldn't have picked it out since I love the taste of chocolate but the scent isn't the best thing in the world. This one is. I'm telling you, it smells eye-rollingly intoxicating. The whole box smelled delicious and the packaging was so well done.

Dead Sea Facial Mud Mask
https://www.etsy.com/listing/60970396/dead-sea-mud-facial-mask-for-sensitive?ref=shop_home_active_11
I've tried a few dead sea mud masks and I've always enjoyed them. I like the fact that it has so many skin loving nutrients in it on its own, but most people add a few essential oils or extra ingredients to give it a little kick. This one has honey, calendula and some essential oils. It took so much effort to open this little sample metal tin it came in that I had to eventually get 2 guys to pry it open with a few tools. That's a little much for a beauty product. It was because the "goo" from inside had sealed the tin shut. The full size probably doesn't have this problem though. I've used almost the whole sample, but it didn't really impress me, to be honest. It was a little grainy and watery and I didn't see much improvement after I used it. I feel like a mask should show some improvement for at least a little bit after using it. I think I just enjoy the smoother masks. It did smell delicious though!

Green for Clean Facial Toner
https://www.etsy.com/listing/83100206/green-for-clean-facial-toner-with-pine?ref=shop_home_active_1
This toner came in the most adorable little bottle I have ever seen in my life. I'm not even kidding. I saved it just because I really want to use it for something else later. It looks like a wine bottle for a tiny dollhouse but with a cork. So cute. It had enough to use for a couple days, just enough to really see if you enjoy using it. I couldn't tell it's effectiveness, but it was nice smelling. It had a very fresh and clean scent. The best word to describe it would be "refreshing". I don't think I would buy the full size since I feel like there are stronger ones out there that would better help my acne battle.

Mango Scrub & Raspberry Scrub
https://www.etsy.com/listing/61611271/organic-mango-face-scrub-natural-and-eco?ref=shop_home_active_7
https://www.etsy.com/listing/59784611/organic-raspberry-face-scrub-natural-and?ref=shop_home_active_9
The mango scrub was glorious. The best part was the orange/mango scent the whole time I was scrubbing my face. It felt very refreshing. I would probably buy this one again, unless I wanted to try a different one. The raspberry scrub, on the other hand, I didn't enjoy at all. For some reason, my skin reacted badly to it. It got real red and stingy. I love raspberries and raspberry scented things, so I was really looking forward to this one. Sometimes your plan just doesn't work out, but that's why Herbolution offers so many samples.

Organic Cleansing Grains (multi-pack)
https://www.etsy.com/listing/62262772/organic-cleansing-grains-sampler-set-of?ref=shop_home_active_3
If I were to have picked just one item from the Herbolution shop, this would have to be the one. It's the best value, for sure. I received 10 little sample bags filled with enough cleansing grains for 3 washes each. Enough for easily a month! The best way to try out the cleansing grains is to purchase this little pack. Before this, I had never tried or even heard of cleansing grains. I adore them so very much. It's like a full on spa day every time I use them. They all left my skin smooth and soft. The texture and results from all of them seem to be about the same, so I chose my favorites based on the scent mostly. My favorites were Lavender (of course), Chamomile Calendula, and Cinnamon Clove. I knew I would love the lavender one before I even received it. As funny as it sounds, Waldo loved smelling my face afterward too. The scents definitely stay on your skin for a few hours easy. The Chamomile Calendula was just such a relaxing and nonabrasive smell that I could see myself using it every day without getting tired of it.  The fact that I like the Cinnamon Clove was very surprising. I didn't expect it, but it felt like cleaning my face with spices just like I was some meat for dinner. I also felt like this one slowed down the oil production a little since it took a few more hours during the day to get oily than normal. My least favorite have to be the Patchouli and Spicy Pumpkin. I knew I wouldn't like the Patchouli and Waldo confirmed it when he said "you smell like a hippie today" haha. The Spicy Pumpkin was rejected because it didn't really smell like pumpkin to me. It reminded me of the scent of sawdust. I think I'll reorder the Cinnamon Clove because the ingredients are catered toward acne and I liked the scent. The only negative thing I have to say about them is that sometimes I don't have that much time in the morning for the extra steps.

Vitality Exfoliant, Herbal Facial Care Detox Mask, & Pomegranate Facial Mask
https://www.etsy.com/listing/62423880/vitality-2-in-1-herbal-exfoliant-and?ref=shop_home_active_12
https://www.etsy.com/listing/98467275/herbal-facial-care-detox-mask-vegan?ref=shop_home_active_7
https://www.etsy.com/listing/121751733/organic-pomegranate-facial-mask?ref=shop_home_active_20
All 3 of these masks were beyond amazing. They went on smooth, were easy to mix, and smelled delicious. The pomegranate was my favorite just because of the smell of pomegranates which I love. The other probably were more effective and I enjoyed them as well. The results from the masks were about the same as the cleansing grains except in mask form.

Overall, I think that it was definitely worth it to get all of these samples to try them out. I now know which cleansing grains I enjoy and which masks I would buy again.