Trader Joe’s Lemon-Verbena French Soap
Average Price: $13.99-$18*
Verdict: Buy It
Yes, $13.99 for soap is a hefty price to pay. However, the Lemon-Verbena French Soap from Trader Joe’s is so fantastic that it is well worth the extra money. The soap, in addition to smelling fantastic, is also quite aesthetically pleasing. It is produced by Bisous de Provence, a French company that specializes in organic soaps, oils, and lotions. Trader Joe’s Lemon-Verbena French Soap is composed entirely of vegetable oil, according to the company. Because Bisous de Provence does not test its soaps on animals, this product is considered cruelty-free. Lemon verbena and lavender blossoms are responsible for the aroma. Each seven-ounce bar has been triple-milled, which means it will last longer and will be both finer and smoother than traditional soap.
Trader Joe’s Nuts & Fruits & Honey
Average Price: $24.99*
Verdict: Skip It
Consume This, Not That! According to Trader Joe’s, this product is one of the “unhealthiest” that the company has to offer. A variety of nuts and fruits are included in this snack mix, which includes peanuts, almonds, figs, hazelnuts, pistachios, currants, sesame seeds, coconut, and more. Although the snack appears to be “healthy,” its food label indicates that it should be considered a “dessert.” Three hundred calories and roughly thirty grams of sugar are contained in each serving of Trader Joe’s Nuts & Fruits & Honey. There are 11 grams of saturated fat in this serving. You’d think there’d be more fiber in this product, but there are only three grams in this serving size. Overall, this is one to avoid at all costs, regardless of the price.