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Hi there,

We have a packed newsletter this week featuring new deep dive reviews on Seed's daily synbiotic supplement and Caraway's cookware set from two Supertesters who have been thoroughly testing the brands for months.

If you'd like to learn even more about all the brands offering gut health solutions, look no further than Sarah's new story on the growing category that also rounds up 22 gut-focused brands reviewed by Thingtesters.

Much more below, so keep scrolling.

See you next Thursday,

Natalie S.

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This week's Thingdrop

Tomorrow's Thingdrop is with Gorgie, featuring a three-pack sampler of their signature clean energy drinks. Hit "remind me" at the top of the Thingdrop page to be alerted when the drop is live.

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New brands spotted

This week's roundup includes hot sauces, luxury candles, and Grateful Dead-inspired bath products. Here are 9 brands spotted.

Happimess. Skincare products with hyaluronic acid and mushroom extracts.

Jiudi World. Unique accessories and beauty products.

Wild Yonder Botanicals. Natural bath soak and scrub products inspired by The Grateful Dead.

Toun 28. Sustainable skincare products with edible ingredients.

Le Feu de L’eau. Handmade, luxury candles using water without a mold.

Vetreska . Unique pet products and accessories.

Nagnata. Versatile activewear pieces for women, focusing on comfort and style.

HEREU. Timeless clothing and accessories using traditional techniques and modern designs.

Shaquanda’s Pepper Hot Sauce. Hot sauces infused with Barbadian and Brooklyn flavors.

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Contributing Supertester Reviews

The following reviews reflect the independent, honest experiences of the Contributing Supertesters. Thingtesting does not cherrypick, edit, or influence reviews and uses no affiliate links.

Seed daily synbiotic supplement

Seed offers a 2-in-1 supplement aiming to improve gut health and overall wellbeing.

Contributing Supertester Garrett W. has been testing Seed for the past few months to see if he saw improvement. Read his full review on Thingtesting.

Read Garrett's review

Caraway cookware set

Caraway makes non-toxic ceramic cookware and bakeware sets.

Contributing Supertester Hailey K. has been testing Caraway since June to see if it was worth the money. Read her full review on Thingtesting.

Read Hailey's review

These brands are on a mission to improve your gut health

Including 22 brands focusing on gut health.

A growing number of brands are looking to reach the 40% of adults worldwide who report having gastrointestinal issues.

What are emerging gut health brands offering consumers?

24 brands for your next ski trip

Whether you're a pro or a novice, we've curated 24 brands perfect for your next ski trip. Want your custom list featured? Send it here.

Explore the list

Spotted by: Valentina Pozo

Meet Valentina, this week’s community spotter.

Valentina is the founder and owner of Tumbao, a curated pop-up shop in NYC featuring Latin American designers.

What are some brands you’ve recently spotted?

Studio Conchita jewelry and objects. Fresh and playful. A beautiful balance between quirky and very elegant.

Uoqaus. Contemporary interpretations of pre-Columbian ceramics. Incredibly beautiful.

Maison Quintanar Nicolete. Punk, Avant Garde, and girly. Fashion-forward clothes at a great price point.

Genes. Beautiful knitwear from Peru. Timeless yet youthful pieces that keep you looking chic while being very comfortable.

Read our full chat with Valentina

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