Doosra

Dirty Labs

Fly by Jing

Magic Spoon

Cadence

Visitor

Maude

Poppi

Saie

Acid League

Sichuan Chili Crisp

Zhong Sauce

The Mix

Wine Proxies

Wild Berry Balsamic 002

Poppi 

Blueberry Muffin

Bio Enzyme Laundry Detergent

Bio Enzyme Laundry Booster

2-in-1 Bio Enzyme Dishwasher Detergent + Booster

slip tint

Luxe Scent Laundry Starter Set

chocolate

Slip Tint Concealer

Glowy Super Gel

Birthday Cake

Love their vibe and lubricant – would suggest the Drop if you're interested in it being portable. Their condoms are also good for sensitive skin and have been a go-to. Purchased the vibe for my bff as a galentine's gift and think it's great for friend's who are receptive! 

Their non-alcoholic Wine Proxies are notttt itt. I think they realized since they don't look available on their site. Definitely makes sense for them to stay in the vinegar lane since the wines tasted more like vinegar than the notes and other ingredients. 

Vinegar makes a great gift, added the berry balsamic to a pantry themed birthday gift and she absolutely loved it!

I'm a big fan of Poppi and like that it's more of a guilt-free soda alternative. It's really nice that they've expanded to big box stores and that I'm able to snag some at my local Target or even our local bodega. 

Thought about giving 4 stars for flavors since sometimes I think they're a bit too strong, but that's just my personal preference. Overall I enjoy trying new flavors and think this is great when you want a beverage that's closer to a refreshing soda. 

Big fan of Fly by Jing for their more unique chili oils – the original is great for a gift but I definitely lean more towards lao gan ma, though I'm sure their recipe is more straightforward and transparent since it's smaller batch. The zhong sauce is a huge hit in our house, I've also gifted it to so many people for birthdays and holidays. I think they're doing a great job as a newer asian-american brand and aren't leaning too western / haven't lost the essence of the product. 

I personally am not willing to spend the money on the hot pot base, but have always wanted to try it. 

I received a set of 6 from a giveaway and then added a set of 6 from thingdrop – that's to say I liked them enough to want to get more, but at a discounted price. I do think they're pretty steep in price but understand there's a whole product development expense. But I've also had friends who have purchased them full price after seeing me use them. 

The magnetic aspect of it is nice for transport but otherwise I don't really keep them together since I primarily use them to keep pills or gummies in a grab and go sense. I prefer to keep the labels generic with an icon or blank so that I can label them myself since I use them for a variety of things (pills, lotions, sunscreen, etc.) 

I was lucky enough to try "The Mix" at a housewarming party where the founder, Kartik, put out a bowl of samples for anyone to try.  I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed this – I didn't grow up with much variety in flavor beyond the chinese-american palate, but I definitely love savory snacks. I really enjoy the combo of the seasoned chickpea flour puffs + white chocolate. They're growing and starting to get carried at stores like The Goods Mart and Popup Grocer. 

Similar to chinese culture, Kartik shared that this is a snack you'd typically put out with chai or if you're hosting anyone, and we would always put out nuts or seeds when guests came over. So beyond the snack itself, the story is heartwarming and relatable. Definitely a snack I can see myself putting out whenever friends come over or sneaking into the movie theater. 

Update: I've had a handful of friends try this now and they all become hooked and ask "where can I buy this?!" and luckily they're stocked in a handful of locations throughout NYC but also available online, so I think that speaks to the product itself. 

I discovered Dirty Labs when they first launched and was able to snag a trial promo for the bundle of a non-scented and scented detergent. My partner and I both stand by these products – they're able to treat tough smells and stains (his hockey gear) and also be gentle and effective on my delicates. I really like the concentrate concept, especially for a small NYC apartment, it's easy to store in a bin with our other laundry supplies. I've personally shopped the sales since it's on the pricier side with how often my partner does laundry, but I do think it's worth every penny. I even got my MIL hooked on it and she buys the XL sizes. 

Update: we just purchased the dishwasher powder since other clean brands weren't cutting it and only 1 scoop is doing an INCREDIBLE job in our very not-fancy dishwasher! we will definitely be getting a subscription for this product. the price point is comparable to other non-bulk purchased dishwashing pods and with an initial 15% off or subscription price it's even better. dirty labs does it again!

I really love the company's mission and the quality of the products!
– a loyal customer

this review is coming from both me and my partner since he's more of the beer drinker – i liked it as a non-alc bev to sip on and it was refreshing for when you have that "i want an ice cold beer" feeling but usually don't want a whole beer. my partner chooses beer as his go-to casual bev so he definitely has a better opinion, "not my favorite but it was solid" and would drink again if it was an option at a gathering. it's definitely on the lighter side but a good social beverage, probably wouldn't keep it stocked in our fridge for ourselves but would purchase as a non-alc option if we were hosting. 

The Slip Tint is my go-to everyday "foundation" and applies well after my skincare routine. I also recently received their Slip Tint Concealer to test for a product review and think it's a great concealer for people who want a little more coverage. I love their Glowy Super Gel as a lightweight highlighter and think the miniature size is plenty and will last you a while! Saie's products feel like a perfect blend of makeup and skincare and leaves my skin feeling fresh and healthy. 

I personally didn't like the brow gel when I had it, it felt like it dried out quickly and was more powder-like than gel. I still used it until it was fully gone and have the brush just in case I want a clean brush through. 

Overall, I really enjoy that my makeup routine has been taken over by Saie and will continue to purchase from them. It's definitely nice that all the products fit nicely together in a little pouch, convenience is a huge plus! 

I wanted to like it more than I did... I purchased a couple boxes on my own and the brand sent a couple new flavors when they released them. They're tasty and a great option for a higher protein snack, but I didn't finish the boxes and they ended up collecting dust or I gave them away. My partner said he could taste something similar to his workout supplements so he didn't like it as much. My biggest issue was that the texture was sticky and I felt like I had to pick out the cereal from my molars, similar to some candies. I still think it could be a good option for people who need to make the dietary adjustments, but since I don't have many restrictions I won't be reaching for it. 

I will say the flavor of the blueberry muffin was delicious, but the other cons just prevented me from eating it as a snack or meal. 

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