For context, iHerb is headquartered in Pasadena, California. I live in the US, so my experience with the company does not involve international shipping or service.
How I ever came across iHerb, I don’t remember. But I am so glad I did. Divine inspiration, I guess. iHerb sells a wide range of health and beauty products — supplements, herbs, skin care, hair care, teas, etc. — on a user-friendly website that offers many customer benefits. And this is why you should shop here too:
- iHerb is cheaper than Amazon. Obviously, I cannot guarantee that every iHerb product is cheaper than its Amazon counterpart, but I can confidently say that when I have compared the two sites before making a purchase, iHerb has always come out the winner. Usually, the price differences are not dramatic — only a few dollars — but your savings add up fast. If you are at all concerned about your health or have favorite products that are always needing replenished, then you know that these expenses are frequent and never-ending. It only makes sense to be sure you are saving in whatever ways you can.
- Free shipping on orders over $30. I know free shipping is common and not anything to get worked up over these days, but, given the already reduced prices, it is nice to know that shipping costs don’t increase your bill and make your previous savings pointless. Besides, it is likely you have an ongoing list of products that regularly need ordered. Just make sure you purchase them at the same time to easily reach the $30 threshold. If you need to spend a few extra dollars to hit the mark, consider purchasing a product you use even if it doesn’t quite need replacing yet. It will save you money in the end.
- Several ways to earn rewards. The first reward I ever received was appreciated but unexpected: I was given $5 to my account simply for it being the one year anniversary of my having signed up on iHerb. Since then, I have learned that leaving helpful, honest reviews on the products I have purchased also earns me easy rewards. iHerb gives $1 for every review. That is a pretty good deal.
Similarly, I have learned that iHerb allows you to share an affiliate link through the use of a small orange button at the top of each iHerb webpage. When the person you share the link with purchases a product it allows both you and them to receive 5% rewards on all products.
The only downside is that these rewards expire after three months. I have learned that if I don’t need to buy on iHerb in that amount of time, I will make a purchase for a friend or family, use the reward on their behalf, and have them pay me back as if I went and picked something up at the store for them. It beats my rewards being wasted, it is cheaper for everyone, and it gives me more products to leave reviews on — based honestly on my friend’s or family’s experience, of course. In turn, this generates more rewards!
Bonus: Use code LGZ7260 at checkout to get 5% off every product in your cart so long as it is not already discounted.
If you have an iHerb promo code you would like to share, please leave it in the comments so we can all help one another be healthy for less expense!
Thank you, Panacea.
