Birchbox April 2013

[PeridotCricket]

I'm sure this has been discussed already, but did anyone ever find out how i'm supposed to sharpen the mirenesse given that it is plastic??

They suggest using the Pixi pencil sharpener. I asked the FB rep and she said sharpen it, and from the Mirenesse page, I'm pretty sure they link to the Pixi sharpener so... :| sigh

The packaging says, "Please sharpen with a cosmetic pencil sharpener." I bought an e.l.f. sharpener at the grocery store. Why can these pencil things not be twist-up? I got my Birchbox today and the lippy is orangr--the one I was hoping for. I tried it first thing. I'm still wearing it. I like it. Orange lip products make me very excited. Edited because I was confused on the color name. After a closer look, the tube says "14. Perfect Kiss" halfway around the tube from "Miranesse Glossy Kiss". The card it came in says, "Glossy Kiss Starlet". I'm pretty sure the color name is Perfect Kiss. Anyway, it's an orange color and I'll probably be wearing it for the next week eventhough it makes my teeth look more yellow than they are.

 

[kawaiisofoxy]

Originally Posted by Beeyutifull /img/forum/go_quote.gif

So ladies, this weekend I tried a new look with a light pink lip color and gloss (I have never gone near pink colors as I've been scared I was too pale).

OMG it looks really good on me- you can't see the lip color too much in this pic but it is very flattering!

You look Beeyutifull! (Sorry, couldn't resist!)

Seriously, though, you do look gorgeous!  Pink looks good on you!  

 

[sabinebyrne]

I didn't get the Mirenesse in my box, but I was able to trade for it with a lovely lady on here a few towns away from me. I got it in the mail today, and immediately put it on. It's flirty kiss, the RED one. Oh my god. This stuff... amazing. I've never used this type of lip product before, I was worried it would be kinda dry, like a liner. So glossy, so moisturizing, and the color is absolutely gorgeous. I'm just looking at myself over and over and gushing! <3

 

[boxesandboxes]

I've got glossy kiss- there's no way it would work with my skin tone. I'll end up putting it up for trade or ebay...

 

[Eva Papoutsi]

Originally Posted by ILikeGiants /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I got a code for "All Grown Up: 21% off" since I've gotten 21 boxes. 

I'm jealous of all the codes other people get... I got my last code when I reached 12 months. This month I received my 21st box and I didn't get a code /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[OpheliaDiFranco]

Has anyone gotten the youngblood yet?  I gave in and bought it...I hope I'm not disappointed....It is at my house waiting for me but I don't get off until 11:-(  Just wanted to seewhat everyone else thought!

 

[hindsighting]

Hmm, I got a "sweet 16" code today, but it was for 25% off. I also still haven't gotten my box /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />((

 

[katie danielle]

I got my box (#38) today. I was so excited for the Weleda lotion samples and the chance to try 3 of them. I'm usually pretty easy to please when it comes to scents but these Weleda samples are absolutely nauseating!! I opened all three hoping at least one would be pleasant, but they all were awful. I got Wild Rose, Sea Buckthorn, and Pomegranate. I will not be purchasing any of these. Ugh I wish I didn't put this stuff on my arms and hands because it's making me sick /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Meahlea]

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I got my box (#38) today. I was so excited for the Weleda lotion samples and the chance to try 3 of them. I'm usually pretty easy to please when it comes to scents but these Weleda samples are absolutely nauseating!! I opened all three hoping at least one would be pleasant, but they all were awful. I got Wild Rose, Sea Buckthorn, and Pomegranate. I will not be purchasing any of these. Ugh I wish I didn't put this stuff on my arms and hands because it's making me sick

Oh no /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I was kind of looking forward to those.

 

[award04]

I got my first box today. I had different items than most. I got eye goop,peppemint shampoo, shave cream and tea bags. And the nail polish. Slightly unimpressed. But I am gonna give them a chance. I was hoping for some makeup.

 

[katie danielle]

Well I'm sure a lot of people will love them, but like I said I'm pretty open to scents and those Weleda lotions were just sickening to me. But I also got the Skin & Co body wash in my box and a lot of people on here have said they hated it, but I don't mind it at all. I was just so surprised and bummed that I didn't even like one of the Weledas. Hope you have better luck!

Oh no /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I was kind of looking forward to those.

 

[lovepink]

I agree!  I got one of these lotion packets in a trade as an extra and I LOVE scented lotions!  I am not especially smell sensitive either.  I put it on and could not wash my hands enough to get the smell off.  It gave me headache and even my husband commented "What is that smell?"  I think mine was the pomegrante.  When I saw people getting them in their boxes I was hoping I would not get that box!

Originally Posted by katie danielle /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I got my box (#38) today. I was so excited for the Weleda lotion samples and the chance to try 3 of them. I'm usually pretty easy to please when it comes to scents but these Weleda samples are absolutely nauseating!! I opened all three hoping at least one would be pleasant, but they all were awful. I got Wild Rose, Sea Buckthorn, and Pomegranate. I will not be purchasing any of these. Ugh I wish I didn't put this stuff on my arms and hands because it's making me sick

Originally Posted by Meahlea /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Oh no /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I was kind of looking forward to those.

 

[Beeyutifull]

You look Beeyutifull! (Sorry, couldn't resist!) Seriously, though, you do look gorgeous!  Pink looks good on you!  

Awww thanks /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I am seriously getting the mirenesse when it becomes available in the shop. I want the pink!!

 

[katie danielle]

Glad I'm not the only one!

I agree!  I got one of these lotion packets in a trade as an extra and I LOVE scented lotions!  I am not especially smell sensitive either.  I put it on and could not wash my hands enough to get the smell off.  It gave me headache and even my husband commented "What is that smell?"  I think mine was the pomegrante.  When I saw people getting them in their boxes I was hoping I would not get that box!

 

[Canny Charlene]

Got my box 4 today:

 

[gemstone]

I agree!  I got one of these lotion packets in a trade as an extra and I LOVE scented lotions!  I am not especially smell sensitive either.  I put it on and could not wash my hands enough to get the smell off.  It gave me headache and even my husband commented "What is that smell?"  I think mine was the pomegrante.  When I saw people getting them in their boxes I was hoping I would not get that box!

That's such a bummer! I have a body oil from weleda in wild rose, but it is super subtle.

 

[SweetTea]

So I emailed BB about my pack of air sample and missing towels and they gave me 100 points. I'm happy with that, but still sad about missing an item and 1 sample being empty /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I am thinking I'll give them a few more months, but this was my second box and I'm just underwhelmed. 

I have my profiles set to the truth - 23, lower income, splurge item latest makeup color, adventurous & trendy, nothing checked on skin concern, does anyone know why I'm being sent so many aging type products / skincare? My last box had them too. I'm overflowing with skincare items and REALLY don't need anymore! 

 

[lovepink]

That sounds so good!  I may have to check them out!

Originally Posted by gemstone /img/forum/go_quote.gif


That's such a bummer! I have a body oil from weeds in wild rose, but it is super subtle.

 

[MissLindaJean]

Love the Mirenesse! I received 14. Perfect Kiss.. reminds me of Nars New Lover lip pencil. Great color, shiny and moisturizing. . I might need more of these!

 

[latinafeminista]

Love the Mirenesse! I received 14. Perfect Kiss.. reminds me of Nars New Lover lip pencil. Great color, shiny and moisturizing. . I might need more of these!

Very pretty!