Surprise Scent Monthly
Surprise Scent Monthly
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Keep it fresh
Surprise and delight your nose with a different 5 ml fragrance shipped to you on the 15th (or next business day) of each month.
This subscription features a different seasonally appropriate fragrance from the twinkle perfume archives every month, with a free perfume sample included in each shipment.
The scent of the month could be an old friend, or something new-to-you. All of the fragrances in the perfume archives are fair game.
A hint for the next month's scent will be posted at noon on the 14th of every month. (Scroll down for this month's hint.)
Scent preferences or allergies cannot be accommodated due to the surprise nature of this subscription. It's for adventurous noses and natural fragrance lovers only! As always, all sales are final.
Scroll down for a hint about this month's scent and to see the past scents you've missed!
Hint for December's Scent
December's surprise scent is a light and sweet woodsy scent that's a uniquely refreshing take on traditional holiday fragrances. 5 ml spray bottle.
How it works
Order anytime before noon (US Central) on the 14th to get on the list for this month's scent.
Signing up after noon on the 14th of this month puts you on the list for the next month's surprise shipment.
Please scroll down to learn more about how subscriptions work, under the "FAQs" section of this product page. (Just past the customer reviews section.) Thank you for subscribing responsibly!
Previous month's scents
(Can be ordered through the Perfume Archives listing):
January 2023: Dope Queen roll-on with a sample of sandalwood single note for layering.
February 2023: Flutter spray with a sample of cream single note for layering.
March 2023: Bloom solid perfume with a sample of nectar single note for layering.
April 2023: Tuberose Vert as a spray perfume, with a sample of zest single note for layering.
May 2023: Nag Champa as a spray perfume, with a sample of rose for layering.
June 2023: Summer Saturdays as a spray perfume, with a sample of Crushed Tuberose.
July 2023: Goddess as a roll-on perfume, with a sample of Orange Blossom.
August 2023: Tonic as a spray perfume, with a sample of Amber.
September 2023: Amber Spice as a spray perfume, with a sample of Cedar.
October 2023: Cardigan as a roll-on perfume, with a sample of Soft Musk.
November 2023: Amber Fir as a spray perfume, with a sample of Candy Cane Forest.
December 2023: Ginger Snap as a solid perfume, with a sample of Conifer.
January 2024: Lavender Latte as a roll-on perfume, with a surprise sample.
February 2024: Adore as a spray perfume, with a surprise sample.
March 2024: Fancy Face as a roll-on perfume, with a surprise sample.
April 2024: Luscious as a solid perfume, with a surprise sample.
May 2024: Basic as a spray perfume, with a surprise sample.
June 2024: Mamacita as a roll-on perfume, with a sample of cut grass.
July 2024: Island Spice as a spray perfume with a surprise sample.
August 2024: Cat Buttons as a roll-on perfume, with a surprise sample.
September 2024: Blissed as a spray perfume, with a sample of Cashmere Cardigan.
October 2024: Bad B*itch as a roll-on perfume, with a surprise sample.
November 2024: Stress Baking as a solid, with a sample of Ballet Slippers.
Don't like surprises? I reveal the scent in advance to my patrons each month! Click here to learn more.
The perfume archives
About Twinkle Apothecary
Lo-Fi Beauty for Modern Humans
Lo-fi (fidelity) is a production quality in which elements usually regarded as imperfections are present, sometimes as a deliberate choice.
Welcome,
To my world of plant-based, slow beauty. Twinkle Apothecary is a one-person, artisan craft business, founded in 2015, and owned and operated by me, Stefanie.
I create 100% botanical-based fragrances for all genders, with minimal, low-waste, vegan skincare and makeup to minimize your routine.
These are old-school, stripped down, pared-back products, that are as close to nature as it gets. Made by hand with no fillers, no preservatives, and nothing cutting edge.
I don’t believe in miracle products. I do believe that sticking to a consistent routine which nourishes and supports your skin’s natural ability to balance and heal itself can produce results that feel like a miracle in a world that’s constantly trying to convince you to buy the next new thing.
My goal is to make personal care simple, sustainable, and joyful, so that you can live your life free from the labor of trying to achieve unattainable beauty standards.
Twinkle Apothecary is a minimalist brand. I'm always looking for the simplest way to do things, not only in my formulations, but also in my business operations and my approach to packaging and design. To me, it's what's inside the bottles that really counts - that's why each product has a simple label with a QR code, which you can scan to see the full product details and instructions. I offer just a handful of skincare products, which can be customized to meet your specific needs. I truly believe that less is more.
And if you'd like to take a break from beauty routines to explore your connection to the beauty of the earth through natural fragrances, you're in the right place. (Perfumery is my passion!)
I hope you enjoy your time exploring my handmade creations. Thanks for stopping by!
- Stefanie -
Stefanie does such a great job at crafting unique fragrances that will have you obsessed. I’ve loved every scent I’ve tried that she’s created! I would definitely give this subscription a chance!
Thank you so much! It's so fun picking out what to make every month. I'm glad you enjoy everything too!
I loved the special spiciness of this Island Spice scent. I ordered the monthly surprise and got something I might not have tried. It’s so fun to try new scents!
It is fun, isn't it?! I'm so glad you're enjoying it - thanks for the review!
This is my first surprise scent, and I am loving it so far. I appreciate the convenience of the solid formula in a tube, and the romantic floral notes are perfect for these warming Spring days!
I'm so glad to know that you're loving it, thanks so much for sharing this!
I treated myself to the April 2024 surprise scent, which is a solid Luscious perfume in a push-up tube, and I could not be more thrilled. The scent is a throwback to the early days of Twinkle, and wearing it is a comforting trip down memory lane. The scent is perfect for spring or for anytime you need to feel grounded and ready to grow. And a solid perfume in a tube? Yes please.
I always think that smelling these retired scents is like getting a hug from an old friend, and it makes me so happy to know that others feel the same way! You've also just answered my question about whether or not I should make solid perfumes available in tubes for every scent. Thank you so much!
I am really enjoying a surprise scent every month - even the format is a surprise (solid, spray, rollerball)! I love that the scents are themed around the month and it forces me to try something that I would not normally gravitate towards. January’s scent was so herbal and refreshing, February’s scent was very romantic, but I wouldn’t usually go for herbal or romantic, so I’m happy to be pushed out of my patterns and try something new!
This makes me so happy to hear! I love that you're enjoying trying new things that you wouldn't typically go for. There's nothing to fear when stepping outside of your fragrance comfort zone - it can be so delightful! Thank you for this great review!
FAQs
Shipping
Most items are handmade to order, and most orders ship within 3 business days.
Check the announcement banner at the top of the screen to see what's shipping today.
Returns
All sales are final. Start with a sample to find out how this product will work for you.
If your order arrives damaged, please email stefanie@twinkleapothecary.com ASAP for replacement options.
Contact
For questions about this product: Click on the button that says "Ask a question." I will respond here ASAP.
Email stefanie@twinkleapothecary.com for order inquiries.
I am not on social media and do not message/DM through social media apps. Your Instagram or Facebook message will not be seen. Please also note that I do not provide free skincare consultations or medical advice.
Contact your doctor if you have questions about using essential oils, or any of my natural products, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a compromised immune system.
Refills
Mail-in refills are available to paid members of the Twinkle Apothecary Patreon community. Bottle return shipping is free, and refills are 20% off the retail price.
For more information about refilling your bottles at home, click here.
Subscriptions
Boxes: The Surprise Scent Monthly and Off the Menu subscriptions work the same way. To sign up, place your order by the 14th of each month by 12 pm US central time. The boxes (or envelopes) will ship on the 15th, or next business day if the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday.
Ordering after the 14th at noon puts you on the list for the next month's box.
Example: To sign up for a January Subscription box, you can order anytime between December 14th at 12:00 pm - January 14th at 11:59 am.
Ordering on January 14th at 12:00 pm or after will sign you up for the February box.
What's in the next box: The next month's Off the Menu item and a hint for the upcoming Surprise Scent will be revealed on the respective product pages after the 14th at noon each month. Be sure to check the product pages on the afternoon of the 14th to see what's in the next month's box, especially if you are not subscribed to my email list or push notifications!
You will always be charged for the next month's box each month on the same day (and exact time) that you placed your original order. If you would like to cancel or skip a month, you'll need to do so before your charge date. If you are not able to cancel before you're charged, simply email me to be refunded any time before I make the products on the afternoon of the 14th.
If you sign up for multiple subscription boxes (fun!) I will ship them all together to you on the 15th and refund any excess shipping fees.
For regular subscribe-and-save recurring product orders: your item will ship within 1-5 business days from the time you place your order.
Split-shipment policy: If you are ordering other, non-subscription items at the same time as your subscription box (Off the Menu, Surprise Scent, Collect Them All Club,) and you would like to receive your non-subscription items before the 15th, please place a separate order. I can only double-ship your order if the other items in your order qualify for free shipping on their own. If you've ordered enough to qualify for free shipping but want me to hold the other items to ship at the same time as your subscription products, great! Feel free to leave a note with your order and let me know!
All subscriptions are self-service.
How to cancel: You may cancel your order any time before your next charge date by logging into your account and clicking on the "My Subscriptions" button. If you are unable to cancel before you're charged, please email me to be refunded ASAP, before I make and ship your product. I cannot refund products that have already been made and/or shipped.
How to edit: To cancel, pause, switch items, add additional products, notes, or coupons to your subscription orders and to edit your subscription shipping address, simply log into your account and click on the "My Subscriptions" button. The process for editing your recurring order in the portal is so easy! If you are unable to access your account for any reason, please email me and I'm happy to help.
If you move: you are responsible for updating your shipping address before your next charge date. Orders shipped to the wrong address will not be refunded or replaced. I am happy to help you update your address, but you will need to email me before your order ships!
PLEASE NOTE: Updating your subscription order address is a SEPARATE ACTION from updating the default address on your Twinkle customer account. Update both to make sure you get your order. The subscription order address can be edited in the subscription portal (accessed by clicking on the "my subscriptions" button.)
Leave a note
To leave a note at checkout - add the items you'd like to purchase to your cart. When you're ready to checkout, click on the shopping cart icon at the upper right of the screen. You'll see a box where you can type in a note. Type away!
Make sure to press the black "checkout" button when you're ready to checkout so your note doesn't get cut off. If you select one of the express-pay buttons (PayPal, G-Pay, ShopPay, etc.,) your note will get cut off.
You can still pay using one of the express options when you get to the checkout page, but you'll need to press the black checkout button to get there first!
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Let customers speak for us
from 1418 reviewsLove the cleanser. My skin feels great and looks great. It’s really helped clear up any underlying clogged pores. Will definitely continue to use and order.
I absolutely LOVE this scent! It feels effortless, unique, woodsy but warm…if only my perfume bottles were bottomless! 😉
Just like a cool fall day! Lots of light layered notes all wrapped up in a warm, earthy base. I really enjoy this one!
I have sensitive, reactive skin so I get the oil without any added essential oils. It’s gentle, moisturizing, and makes my skin very happy!
I absolutely love this shampoo, and it's a great value, one bottle lasts months (for short/pixie hair!)
This smells really good! I’m not a perfume person but maybe I am now? Perhaps I just wasn’t wearing the right perfumes? This smells like warmth and fall and kinda like a cozy winter night. It’s not too strong and doesn’t overpower me/others. Lasts the perfect amount of time.
I have these in sandstone and mother of pearl and they work really well on me. They're sheer and very natural looking; I prefer the tubes since for me they are easier to use . I look forward to trying more colors
It really does work! I’ve been using it more lately postpartum (thanks hormones) and I can tell a difference in the morning if I use this right before bed. I’m not a fan on the fragrance BUT that’s the tea tree oil I assume and it’s doing its job so I’ll absolutely take the good with the bad.
Twinkle’s skincare has been consistently outstanding for years. I just recently purchased the starter skincare set - getting back to the basics of taking care of my skin. My pores were clogged, my skin was dry/flaking and my acne was getting worse, so when I went back through what has worked for me in the past I knew Twinkle’s skincare was the answer. I have used every product in this set for a month day and night, and my skin has drastically improved. I’ve felt more confident too! The smell of the rejuvenating toner has and always will be one of my favorites. The cleanser leaves my skin feeling clean but not dry. The facial oil is a legitimate must have of any skincare routine and I can’t believe more people don’t know about the benefits. The butter is soft and ultra lightweight .My skin is moisturized and happy! Acne is cleared, dryness is gone. Start here, you will be so happy with the results,
I’ve been using the rose hydrosol twice a day for months and love how refreshed it makes my skin feel. My husband uses the lavender hydrosol with the acne blend.
This is my favorite product on the site and that's saying something. I tried many body butters and none come close to this. It truly moisturizes and it doesn't take much to do so. I used it everywhere and the sample lasted for me. I look forward to ordering a larger size when I place my next order.
I feel so fancy using this under my eyes! Smells nice and keeps eyes bright. I also put it in my lashes!
Moody, earthy. Perfect for a night out.
I tried the balancing blend shampoo and conditioner yesterday on my long, fine hair, & it feels softer than normal. I wasn't expecting that but I like it!!
The only thing I’ll ever wash my face with for the rest of my life !!