California Found is a monthly subscription box which features products from California makers that can typically only be found in California! Subscribers receive several items per month that could be beauty, gourmet, style, or home goods.
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About California Found
The Subscription Box: California Found
The Cost: $49 per month with discounts available for longer subscription commitments
ACTIVE DEAL: Get free shipping to US addresses.
CODE: SHIPSFREE
The Products: A minimum of $90 worth of California lifestyle goods, made by California based artisans
Ships to: US for free
California Found October 2018 Review
Instead of a booklet or pamphlet, California Found sends these really cool info cards for each product. They are very nice quality and informative. It also points out that they donate 10% of their profit every month to a charitable cause, and this month it's The Sierra Club Foundation. They are a pretty famous environmental conservation organization that has recently grown in scope to include climate solutions. Also, the little band holding the cards together is embedded with wildflower seeds, so it's plantable! So awesome! And finally, they have added a Golden Ticket contest - so if you find one in your sizzle, you get a free box for yourself or a friend!
Owl Feather Watercolor Art Print by Mika Harmony Art - Retail Value $22
This feather painting is really pretty! I think the colors are perfect for fall. The inspiration for artist Mika Harmony's feather are the owls near her studio in Ventura, California. I read that much of her inspiration comes from her view of the Channel Islands, which is one of my favorite places on Earth!
Naked Zen Scrub (4 oz.) by Naked Scrubs - Retail Value $10
This body scrub smells amazing! It contains lavender, rose buds, eucalyptus, chamomile, and coconut oil! That is indeed an all natural and winning combination for my skin. It had a deep de-stressing effect while I was using it, and it left my skin feeling really soft and super clean. It's awesome! Naked Scrubs was founded by Angela Johnson-Rogers in Long Beach, California.
Nail Polish in Spring Bliss by 7True - Retail Value $15
Even though I am all about nontoxic nail polish, this shade is just not for me. I am sure some people would consider it gorgeous, I just prefer my nail polish to stand out a bit. I will say, however, that the polish has lasted several days without much wear and tear, and even held up reasonably well against guitar playing. The name of the line comes from it being free of the seven most common dangerous chemicals found in many nail polishes. The nail polish is also vegan and cruelty-free. 7True was founded by three moms in Southern California.
Travel Tin (6 oz.) in "I Wish I Was Apple Picking" by Rush Candle Company - Retail Value $13.50
This candle smells incredible! It smells just like apple pie! It has a sweeter smell than apples, and has hints of cinnamon yum! Rush Candle Company, out of Brea California, was founded by Kevin and Katie Rush and is proud to pour pure soy candles on lead-free wicks. All their candles are non-toxic, vegan, cruelty-free, and long burning. I love a good fall scented candle!
Moonlight Herbal Blend (1.5 oz) by Luna Tea Company - Retail Value $15
I don't know if I would consider tea a lifestyle, as Luna founder Jenni Curtice does, but I do love a good cup of hot tea in the cool months! This is a blend of peppermint, lavender, and basil, which is really unusual but tastes amazing! I am also always happy to have mint tea on hand as it is so good for calming the stomach. Luna Tea Co. is based out of Livermore, California.
Repurposed Leather and Gemstone Earrings by MB Bead and Stitch - Retail Value $35
These might be my new favorite earrings! I just love them! I love leather earrings, and the stylish addition of the bar of gemstones is so gorgeous! They are so funky and cool. The artist behind MB Bead and Stitch is Michelle Sanders, who works with organic and repurposed materials. She is based out of San Diego, California.
The Verdict: California Found has become one of my favorite subscription boxes! This was another awesome box! I love the autumn candle, the scrub smells amazing, and these earrings are just divine! The value of everything adds up to $110.50, which is more than the promised value of $90, and the box costs only $49, including free shipping!!!
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? No, you will receive the November box. From California Found:
If you subscribe on or before the 30th of the month, you will receive that month’s box. If you subscribe after the 30th, your subscription will begin with the next month’s shipment. If we are sold out of boxes the month you subscribe, you will be notified and your subscription will begin the following month.
Coupon - Use code MSALOVE20 to save 20% off your first box!
Value Breakdown: At $49 for this box, here's what you are paying approximately per item:
- Print - $9.76
- Scrub - $4.43
- Nail Polish - $6.65
- Candle - $5.99
- Tea - $6.65
- Earrings - $15.52
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