Birchbox April 2014 - SPOILERS

[quene8106]

Quote: Originally Posted by allistra44 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  When did you order? 

I ordered Friday afternoon & picked two day shipping...figured it would ship out today & get here Wednesday, but so far no shipping notice! It just says processing. 

In other news, Birchbox still hasn't responded to my e-mail from Wednesday... I get that they are busy with shipping complaints, but come on. 

friday night into saturday morning and it shipped by saturday afternoon.

i hope that they get back to you. try their facebook or twitter accounts. they respond within a day there

 

[KayEss]

I just created a new account last night and ordered another April box. It doesn't ship until the 24th. Should I even bother filling out the profile? It seems like I might just end up with whatever they have left from April regardless. Also, it looks like I can only buy gift cards for other accounts in $10, $25, and $50 increments. So, say I wanted to purchase $30 in gift cards. Would I have to buy three $10 gift cards, since a $25 gift card would only let me use $20 in points? Am I able to apply multiple gift cards to one order? Thanks for the help!

 

[onelilspark]

I had a full size order that I placed on Friday after I got home from work (so like 530ish.)  I had a tracking number in a couple hours, but it just finally activated when I checked it today.  Looks like they didn't actually ship it until yesterday evening.  Shipped UPS and I should have it tomorrow (which makes sense, I'm 2 days via UPS ground from TN.)  

...I got 3 packages in the mail yesterday and I have 4 more coming this week.  I have problems with online shopping...

 

[ChemLady]

Quote: Originally Posted by KayEss /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I just created a new account last night and ordered another April box. It doesn't ship until the 24th. Should I even bother filling out the profile? It seems like I might just end up with whatever they have left from April regardless.

Also, it looks like I can only buy gift cards for other accounts in $10, $25, and $50 increments. So, say I wanted to purchase $30 in gift cards. Would I have to buy three $10 gift cards, since a $25 gift card would only let me use $20 in points? Am I able to apply multiple gift cards to one order? Thanks for the help!
You would have to buy three separate $10 gift cards, but you can add then and buy them all in the same transaction. When you go to use them, you can use multiple gift cards (I've used up to 4 I think in one and it let me). If for some reason it wouldn't let you use multiple gift cards, I'm sure if you emailed Birchbox they would be able to combine them for you and let you use them. 

 

[StickyLips]

It looks like my box is going to arrive today!  According to the products uploaded to my page I'm getting one of the nail polishes (just hope it isn't the white one that is listed on my page).

 

[kawaiisofoxy]

For those of you getting the gold color (which is showing on my product page, but of course it's not guaranteed I'll get that one!)  is it a true gold, or more of a rose gold?  Anyone do a mani yet with it that would be willing to post a pic?

Thanks!

(also, just reactivated my second account for an April box, and canceled/restarted my main sub, therefore paying ahead for my May box, and used SFBB100 on both.  I went from having a little over 200 points between accounts to now having over 600. And if my secondary account has a 6-item box, I'll have over 700.  My goal is to spend most of those points on my Summer Secret Santa person!)

 

[jt0303]

For those of you getting the gold color (which is showing on my product page, but of course it's not guaranteed I'll get that one!)  is it a true gold, or more of a rose gold?  Anyone do a mani yet with it that would be willing to post a pic? Thanks! (also, just reactivated my second account for an April box, and canceled/restarted my main sub, therefore paying ahead for my May box, and used SFBB100 on both.  I went from having a little over 200 points between accounts to now having over 600. And if my secondary account has a 6-item box, I'll have over 700.  My goal is to spend most of those points on my Summer Secret Santa person!)

I didn't swatch it because I'm trading it for the heirloom pearls - but I think it looks more champagne/rose gold color. What's this summer secret Santa?? Sounds fun?

 

[kawaiisofoxy]

Here's the thread for it!  You have to have participated in the Dec/Christmas one to do the summer one, but everyone is welcome to come in and chat!

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/142310/a-midsummer-nights-dream-summer-2014-secret-santa-pre-sign-up-discussion/60#post_2337789

 

[3gingers]

Here's the thread for it!  You have to have participated in the Dec/Christmas one to do the summer one, but everyone is welcome to come in and chat! https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/142310/a-midsummer-nights-dream-summer-2014-secret-santa-pre-sign-up-discussion/60#post_2337789

Sounds so fun

 

[katiecoll]

Just want to confirm- if I cancel and restart my main box today using the SFBB100 code, I will be prepaying for May, not paying for another April box?

 

[kawaiimeows]

Quote: Originally Posted by magicalmom /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  For those of you getting the gold color (which is showing on my product page, but of course it's not guaranteed I'll get that one!)  is it a true gold, or more of a rose gold?  Anyone do a mani yet with it that would be willing to post a pic?

Thanks!

(also, just reactivated my second account for an April box, and canceled/restarted my main sub, therefore paying ahead for my May box, and used SFBB100 on both.  I went from having a little over 200 points between accounts to now having over 600. And if my secondary account has a 6-item box, I'll have over 700.  My goal is to spend most of those points on my Summer Secret Santa person!)
its more of a rose gold, it reminds me of put a pin in it but the texture is ticker, more like dark n' stormy. i found put a pin in it chipped really easily because the formula was so thin whereas gold struck is more durable. i'm in love with it.

i just used it like 4 days ago but my nails are kind of chipped and horrible looking now, and i didn't take a picture when they were still pretty D:

 

[kawaiisofoxy]

Thanks!  I did manage to find a blog post on it, but it looked gold in the bottle and rose gold on her nails, so that wasn't helpful AT ALL, lol.  I have Put A Pin in it, but it's so hard to work with!  

Kinda really hoping for this one now.  I'm getting 2 BB's, so hopefully I'll end up with the rose gold and Breakfast At... 

I really DON'T want Heirloom Pearls (I'm sure it's pretty, just don't like white nail polish for some reason.)

 

[elizabethrose]

Quote: Originally Posted by magicalmom /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Thanks!  I did manage to find a blog post on it, but it looked gold in the bottle and rose gold on her nails, so that wasn't helpful AT ALL, lol.  I have Put A Pin in it, but it's so hard to work with!  

Kinda really hoping for this one now.  I'm getting 2 BB's, so hopefully I'll end up with the rose gold and Breakfast At... 

I really DON'T want Heirloom Pearls (I'm sure it's pretty, just don't like white nail polish for some reason.)

I'm so glad I'm not the only one who finds Put a Pin In It really hard to work with!  I love the color though- it's so pretty.

 

[meaganola]

I really, *really* hope box photos reflect CC shades sent. That would mean I'm getting one of everything but the white! That would be ideal for me. Not a fan of white over here, either, but blue and green? All over those. In unrelated news, would it be possible to put something about canceling/resubbing and whether that will give you two boxes in one month or pre-pay the following month? I'm getting very close to snapping because it seems like that question gets asked and answered over and over AND OVER AND OVER multiple times on the same page.

 

[kawaiisofoxy]

@meaganola yep!   I'll go add it to the front page questions now!

ETA:  Just added this q/a to Page 1 - can someone please fact-check for me?  This is my best answer, but if anyone has a different experience or would like to add a clarifying detail, I'm happy to edit:

  I just saw a great code for additional points!  It's past the first of the month, and I've already been billed.  If I cancel/restart my subscription, will I get two boxes for this month?

A:  As long as you have already been billed for this month (regardless of whether your box is still in packing stage, has been shipped, or you already have it in your hands), you WILL NOT get two boxes in one month UNLESS you have two accounts.  For example, let's say it's Nov 5th.  You've been billed for Nov, but your box hasn't been revealed or shipped yet.  You see an awesome points code, and cancel/reactivate your account.  You will get ONE Nov box, and you have now PRE-PAYED for Dec.  Which means you won't get billed on Dec 1st, but you will get a Dec box.

 

[caseybean025]

Does anyone know the colors of the Cynthia Rowley eyeliner pencils or the Color Club art duo pens that are being sent out? I have a feeling both will come in black... And I won't like it. Lol. In the last few months, I've gotten about 10 black eyeliner pencils!

 

[casey anne]

Quote: Originally Posted by caseybean025 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Does anyone know the colors of the Cynthia Rowley eyeliner pencils or the Color Club art duo pens that are being sent out? I have a feeling both will come in black... And I won't like it. Lol. In the last few months, I've gotten about 10 black eyeliner pencils!
I received a white Color Club art duo pen

 

[Jeaniney]

Quote: Originally Posted by caseybean025 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Does anyone know the colors of the Cynthia Rowley eyeliner pencils or the Color Club art duo pens that are being sent out? I have a feeling both will come in black... And I won't like it. Lol. In the last few months, I've gotten about 10 black eyeliner pencils!
I received a white art duo pen and a black Cynthia Rowley pencil.

 

[MaryJane80]

My shipping finally updated!

One box finally updated twice to being 'in transit' from NJ on the 14th.

My other box updated: arriving in Fishers, IN, Electronic Shipping Sent to USPS, and now 'in transit' from IN all on the 14th. It also as has an estimate delivery date 04/17/2014 - 04/21/2014.

Now if only my boxes in my account will update. You ladies mentioned that the url should have the month and year in it right? Even if this is my first box? This is all I get whenever I go in the box section. There isn't any other option like the month or anything.

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1

 

[meaganola]

@meaganola  yep!   I'll go add it to the front page questions now! ETA:  Just added this q/a to Page 1 - can someone please fact-check for me?  This is my best answer, but if anyone has a different experience or would like to add a clarifying detail, I'm happy to edit:   I just saw a great code for additional points!  It's past the first of the month, and I've already been billed.  If I cancel/restart my subscription, will I get two boxes for this month? A:  As long as you have already been billed for this month (regardless of whether your box is still in packing stage, has been shipped, or you already have it in your hands), you WILL NOT get two boxes in one month UNLESS you have two accounts.  For example, let's say it's Nov 5th.  You've been billed for Nov, but your box hasn't been revealed or shipped yet.  You see an awesome points code, and cancel/reactivate your account.  You will get ONE Nov box, and you have now PRE-PAYED for Dec.  Which means you won't get billed on Dec 1st, but you will get a Dec box.

Thank you! That looks great to me.

My shipping finally updated! One box finally updated twice to being 'in transit' from NJ on the 14th. My other box updated: arriving in Fishers, IN, Electronic Shipping Sent to USPS, and now 'in transit' from IN all on the 14th. It also as has an estimate delivery date 04/17/2014 - 04/21/2014. Now if only my boxes in my account will update. You ladies mentioned that the url should have the month and year in it right? Even if this is my first box? This is all I get whenever I go in the box section. There isn't any other option like the month or anything. https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1

If it's your first box, you won't be able to see your box number until you have something in the Box History section.