Birchbox April 2014 - SPOILERS
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Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
rolling my eyes at the fact that someone gave this a bad review in the BB shop because they don't want it as a sample, i personally thought it was a cute idea (and rainy season is in full force where i am right now) and i wish people would accept that lifestyle items are fair game.
would i pay $10 for it? probably not. would i gladly browse it and use it on a rainy day if given one in my birchbox, probably.
http://www.birchbox.com/shop/52-bright-ideas-for-a-rainy-day
My favorite part is the irony of her beauty style being "low maintenance."
Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
does anyone know if everyone is getting the nail polish this month? i quite like it but i haven't stalked through box variations enough to know what my odds are.
They aren't putting color club in every box but they are in a BUNCH of them. And there are also some nail art polishes they're sending out, too. They're the kind that have the dotting pen on one end of the cap and a nail art brush on the other end.
My thing on the food allergies is, if I have an allergy that's likely to kill or hospitalize me, I'm likely not going to subscribe to something that sends out lifestyle products that I can't control. I have a severe pork food sensitivity (when ingested) so I'm not a member a of the bacon of the month club.
rolling my eyes at the fact that someone gave this a bad review in the BB shop because they don't want it as a sample, i personally thought it was a cute idea (and rainy season is in full force where i am right now) and i wish people would accept that lifestyle items are fair game.
would i pay $10 for it? probably not. would i gladly browse it and use it on a rainy day if given one in my birchbox, probably.
http://www.birchbox.com/shop/52-bright-ideas-for-a-rainy-day
My favorite part is the irony of her beauty style being "low maintenance."
Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
does anyone know if everyone is getting the nail polish this month? i quite like it but i haven't stalked through box variations enough to know what my odds are.
They aren't putting color club in every box but they are in a BUNCH of them. And there are also some nail art polishes they're sending out, too. They're the kind that have the dotting pen on one end of the cap and a nail art brush on the other end.
My thing on the food allergies is, if I have an allergy that's likely to kill or hospitalize me, I'm likely not going to subscribe to something that sends out lifestyle products that I can't control. I have a severe pork food sensitivity (when ingested) so I'm not a member a of the bacon of the month club.
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So I feel like allergies are tricky -- Peanut allergies are the most common OF allergies, but it still impacts only .6% of the population. On the other hand, I'm sure BB had outcry from all manners of people who didn't like perfume samples. Personally, I'm allergic to a lot of skincare/makeup ingredients, and I keep that in mind when subscribing. I never sub'd to IPSY because the products they've historically sent out are not products I could use. I guess if I had a severe and deathly peanut allergy, I wouldn't expect BB to change it's business model to accomodate me, I would just not subscribe. Just MHO, but I think that's the chance you take with these subscription boxes, adn you have to weight the risk with the reward as with all things. I also nevere expected BB to change their policy on perfume even though I can't use conventional perfume. At this point, I always toy with unsubscribing because I generally only use natural/organic brands, and have accordingly dumped most of my sub money into Saffron Rouge Insider....
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My thing on the food allergies is, if I have an allergy that's likely to kill or hospitalize me, I'm likely not going to subscribe to something that sends out lifestyle products that I can't control. I have a severe pork food sensitivity (when ingested) so I'm not a member a of the bacon of the month club.
And I get that, but Birchbox is a beauty subscription, not a food subscription.
And I get that, but Birchbox is a beauty subscription, not a food subscription.
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Two out of my 3 boxes now have tracking numbers (When I checked an hour or so ago, they did not). I subscribed to my 3rd account last week, and my shipping date for that box isn't until the 14th.
Since it appears my 1st 2 accounts were given tracking numbers at the same time, I'm wondering if I'm getting duplicate boxes. I don't really mind that if I like what is in them. Crossing my fingers for good boxes!
I would love some new hair products to try this month! I received the Beauty Protector spray in my 1st 2 accounts already, but its possible I could get it again in my 3rd box. I love Beauty Protector!
Since it appears my 1st 2 accounts were given tracking numbers at the same time, I'm wondering if I'm getting duplicate boxes. I don't really mind that if I like what is in them. Crossing my fingers for good boxes!
I would love some new hair products to try this month! I received the Beauty Protector spray in my 1st 2 accounts already, but its possible I could get it again in my 3rd box. I love Beauty Protector!
Man...my box always takes twice as long as Birchbox Man. Chris' Birchbox shipped on March 24th and he got it on the 26th. Mine shipped on 5th. I know it can take up to 10 days, but using the same shipping method for both, his ALWAYS has been here in less than 3 days and less than 48 hours since moving the warehouse to TN. Me? Not so much. Oh well. Just tell me what's in it!!
I don't really have a huge issue with lifestyle stuff as long as I can review it for points. I look at the sub boxes as a way to get points for free (or mostly free) full-size stuff, not as a way to try new products. And neither my husband nor I have food allergies, so the Kind bar thing isn't an issue for us.
But -- I have a friend who has a lot of food allergies. I was there once when she ate something she was allergic to (there was sesame oil in a dish where it wasn't obvious or expected), and it took literally about a minute for her tongue to start swelling and her breathing to get labored. Luckily, she carries an Epi-pen and was OK, but it was scary
The problem with nut allergies is that it's not always just a matter of not eating them. Touching them -- or the package they were in or being touched by someone who has been in contact with them and hasn't washed their hands -- can cause a reaction. While I know BB is clear that they can't avoid allergens and that sometimes, random stuff in boxes is an issue, I am kind of SMH that they would put a product like this in every single box. I hope that the worst thing that happens is that they get thrown away.
ETA: Both my boxes have clicky trucks -- hope I don't get duplicate boxes again this month!
But -- I have a friend who has a lot of food allergies. I was there once when she ate something she was allergic to (there was sesame oil in a dish where it wasn't obvious or expected), and it took literally about a minute for her tongue to start swelling and her breathing to get labored. Luckily, she carries an Epi-pen and was OK, but it was scary
The problem with nut allergies is that it's not always just a matter of not eating them. Touching them -- or the package they were in or being touched by someone who has been in contact with them and hasn't washed their hands -- can cause a reaction. While I know BB is clear that they can't avoid allergens and that sometimes, random stuff in boxes is an issue, I am kind of SMH that they would put a product like this in every single box. I hope that the worst thing that happens is that they get thrown away.
ETA: Both my boxes have clicky trucks -- hope I don't get duplicate boxes again this month!
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Here is the problem with that argument: No, they're not. They may be *thought of* as strictly beauty, but that's really customer perception, not their deliberate positioning. In their own words:
Emphasis added. Food is considered lifestyle here.
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Quote: Originally Posted by bronzeandblush /img/forum/go_quote.gif
And I get that, but Birchbox is a beauty subscription, not a food subscription.
Birchbox is a discovery service, which includes: beauty, grooming & lifestyle products.
And I get that, but Birchbox is a beauty subscription, not a food subscription.
Birchbox is a discovery service, which includes: beauty, grooming & lifestyle products.
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Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
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I think if BB were to do an allergy category, it would open themselves up to a lot of potential/harmful trouble.. What if they sent a product out that they believed was ok for a nut allergy but there was the 'possible cross contamination from machinery' warning they didn't know about and then someone had a horrible reaction. That's a huge responsibility for a company that is a sampling service.. Know what I mean? My youngest can't have dairy and I read all labels for her.. Many times she can't eat things and that's just how it is. I think the only real solution is if they made an option that would be for you to receive zero food items, ever. Then there is no risk. I have one box that should be here soon and two with clicky trucks but no updated info. I hope I get a liner, I didn't get any liner emails.
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Quote: Originally Posted by Rachel85 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
My box is out for delivery and I hope this is my box! I would love every. single. solitary. item in this box which NEVER happens that I would love everything
Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
My box is out for delivery and I hope this is my box! I would love every. single. solitary. item in this box which NEVER happens that I would love everything
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Quote: Originally Posted by Rachel85 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
I'm guessing this is the box I'll be getting today too! Not bad at all
Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
I'm guessing this is the box I'll be getting today too! Not bad at all
I wonder if the allergy problem with BB is that they don't want the responsibility. If they start accommodating for allergies they would probably end up being legally responsible if something accidentally got sent to someone allergic to an item.
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Quote: Originally Posted by bronzeandblush /img/forum/go_quote.gif
And I get that, but Birchbox is a beauty subscription, not a food subscription.
They're beauty, grooming, and lifestyle and there is even a section in your beauty profile that allows you to choose if you'd like to see more snacks.
"We are redefining the retail process by offering consumers a unique and personalized way to discover, learn about, and shop the best beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products on the market."
Quote: Originally Posted by jennm149 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I don't really have a huge issue with lifestyle stuff as long as I can review it for points. I look at the sub boxes as a way to get points for free (or mostly free) full-size stuff, not as a way to try new products. And neither my husband nor I have food allergies, so the Kind bar thing isn't an issue for us.
But -- I have a friend who has a lot of food allergies. I was there once when she ate something she was allergic to (there was sesame oil in a dish where it wasn't obvious or expected), and it took literally about a minute for her tongue to start swelling and her breathing to get labored. Luckily, she carries an Epi-pen and was OK, but it was scary
The problem with nut allergies is that it's not always just a matter of not eating them. Touching them -- or the package they were in or being touched by someone who has been in contact with them and hasn't washed their hands -- can cause a reaction. While I know BB is clear that they can't avoid allergens and that sometimes, random stuff in boxes is an issue, I am kind of SMH that they would put a product like this in every single box. I hope that the worst thing that happens is that they get thrown away.
ETA: Both my boxes have clicky trucks -- hope I don't get duplicate boxes again this month!
Birchbox isn't a totally blind undergoing. Boxes are revealed on the 10th (usually) and if you're lucky enough to get your box a couple of days early, you can wait until the boxes are revealed to be sure you aren't going to get something that could cause an issue. They even said in the sneak peek video they'd be including the kind bars in boxes. They can't monitor the allergies of every subscriber nor should they cater to less than 1% of the population. At a certain point, your wellness is your responsibility, not a subscription box company's responsibility.
Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Here is the problem with that argument: No, they're not. They may be *thought of* as strictly beauty, but that's really customer perception, not their deliberate positioning. In their own words:
Emphasis added. Food is considered lifestyle here.
Truth.
And I get that, but Birchbox is a beauty subscription, not a food subscription.
They're beauty, grooming, and lifestyle and there is even a section in your beauty profile that allows you to choose if you'd like to see more snacks.
"We are redefining the retail process by offering consumers a unique and personalized way to discover, learn about, and shop the best beauty, grooming, and lifestyle products on the market."
Quote: Originally Posted by jennm149 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I don't really have a huge issue with lifestyle stuff as long as I can review it for points. I look at the sub boxes as a way to get points for free (or mostly free) full-size stuff, not as a way to try new products. And neither my husband nor I have food allergies, so the Kind bar thing isn't an issue for us.
But -- I have a friend who has a lot of food allergies. I was there once when she ate something she was allergic to (there was sesame oil in a dish where it wasn't obvious or expected), and it took literally about a minute for her tongue to start swelling and her breathing to get labored. Luckily, she carries an Epi-pen and was OK, but it was scary
The problem with nut allergies is that it's not always just a matter of not eating them. Touching them -- or the package they were in or being touched by someone who has been in contact with them and hasn't washed their hands -- can cause a reaction. While I know BB is clear that they can't avoid allergens and that sometimes, random stuff in boxes is an issue, I am kind of SMH that they would put a product like this in every single box. I hope that the worst thing that happens is that they get thrown away.
ETA: Both my boxes have clicky trucks -- hope I don't get duplicate boxes again this month!
Birchbox isn't a totally blind undergoing. Boxes are revealed on the 10th (usually) and if you're lucky enough to get your box a couple of days early, you can wait until the boxes are revealed to be sure you aren't going to get something that could cause an issue. They even said in the sneak peek video they'd be including the kind bars in boxes. They can't monitor the allergies of every subscriber nor should they cater to less than 1% of the population. At a certain point, your wellness is your responsibility, not a subscription box company's responsibility.
Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Here is the problem with that argument: No, they're not. They may be *thought of* as strictly beauty, but that's really customer perception, not their deliberate positioning. In their own words:
Emphasis added. Food is considered lifestyle here.
Truth.
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Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Here is the problem with that argument: No, they're not. They may be *thought of* as strictly beauty, but that's really customer perception, not their deliberate positioning. In their own words:
Emphasis added. Food is considered lifestyle here.
Eh, I still maintain my belief that a move could be made to make the boxes safer for those with severe allergies. Just my opinion though
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Quote: Originally Posted by misslaurelann /img/forum/go_quote.gif
My box is out for delivery and I hope this is my box! I would love every. single. solitary. item in this box which NEVER happens that I would love everything
My box is out today too and I am with you, that box looks awesome! I'll post a picture once I get mine. You should post a picture too, so we can see if we got the same things /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
Here is the problem with that argument: No, they're not. They may be *thought of* as strictly beauty, but that's really customer perception, not their deliberate positioning. In their own words:
Emphasis added. Food is considered lifestyle here.
Eh, I still maintain my belief that a move could be made to make the boxes safer for those with severe allergies. Just my opinion though
/emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />Quote: Originally Posted by misslaurelann /img/forum/go_quote.gif
My box is out for delivery and I hope this is my box! I would love every. single. solitary. item in this box which NEVER happens that I would love everything
My box is out today too and I am with you, that box looks awesome! I'll post a picture once I get mine. You should post a picture too, so we can see if we got the same things
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One box is out for delivery and the other two have shipped! Yea!!!
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Quote: Originally Posted by Rachel85 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
I love Birchbox for this. Sometimes I get a box with things I'm lukewarm about when my box page loads, but then I wind up with something new to love.
Got my box today!!!
I love everything in it. I've gotten Bp spray before on my other account. But I am happy to have it again. I wasn't very excited about the kind bar but it was so good I'm going to run out to buy more today. Love the nail polish, eyeliner, and cc cream too. I am so happy with my box.
I love Birchbox for this. Sometimes I get a box with things I'm lukewarm about when my box page loads, but then I wind up with something new to love.
