Birchbox August 2013

[Ineri218]

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

My mom is amazing. She had the surgery, wow, I think it has been about 22 years ago now. I thank God for her every day. She is 80 now and still feisty. I think it is a combination of good genes and feistiness. LOL

I had the surgery, chemo and radiation 3 years ago and so far so good. Yes you have to go into it with a positive attitude and I am feisty too lol. I am happy to hear she is doing well.

 

[jesemiaud]

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

Aha! We picked 3 of the 5 colors in an online vote. (I don't know if they ever announced the winners.  I remember picking Hedge Fund, Fox Hunt, and Delirium)

I remember this now...I have no idea what I voted for though, lol.

 

[NicoleRoyer]

I just have to say, all the little samples and products Birchbox has sent me came in so handy last night. I had a photo shoot yesterday and they back combed my ENTIRE head. all I could think the entire time they were doing it was how horrible it was going to be too get it brushed out. Thank you Birchbox for sending me that Beauty Protector spray! It helped the knots come out so so much easier. I used almost an entire sample size bottle though. : ( Looks like I am going to be purchasing a full size!

 

[jrenee]

Lipstick in Kitty (from Birchbox) with Urban Decay lipliner in Naked (from HauteLook Beauty Bag).  Really excited to pair these two colors together!

 

[Heather Hicks]

Originally Posted by jannie135 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I don't think it's going to have Kitty (which I want) because the Trio on that box I think was for the classics. I'm getting that box I think and it'll be here tomorrow. Woot!

Oh, ok Jannie. I thought Classics was last month and neutral this month. But either way, I'll use it or toss it in my trade pile, lol!

 

[LindaD]

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



Lipstick in Kitty (from Birchbox) with Urban Decay lipliner in Naked (from HauteLook Beauty Bag).  Really excited to pair these two colors together!

Wow, that looks great! Your lips are very pretty.

 

[ButterflyGrl]

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



Lipstick in Kitty (from Birchbox) with Urban Decay lipliner in Naked (from HauteLook Beauty Bag).  Really excited to pair these two colors together!

Lovely!

 

[Heather Hicks]

Originally Posted by normajean2008 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Not included in the boxes this month, but it was featured in the spoiler video...

I ordered the Malin+Goetz eucalyptus deodorant.  It seems to work okay so far, but it has a weird smell.  In the container it smells like menthol halls cough drops.  For the first few hours being worn, smells the same.  Then it turns into a sort of sweeter men's cologne smell.

It isn't bad smelling, but it certainly isn't a "woman" smell, and it smells strong when you lift your arms up. 

That's not good! I have been looking for an antiperspirant/deodorant replacement which is free of aluminum. I tried Kiss My Face (or whatever) based on reviews, but I think it made me smell worse, lol! I am concerned about the link they suspect between deodorant and breast cancer. But, one can't go about all stinky everywhere now can one?! Sad. You'd think someone would come up with a real solution.

 

[LindaD]

Those of you who got box #43 (bobby pins, Juice Beauty moisturizer, Violet Oasis argan oil, Miss Jessie's Rapid Recovery and Super Sweetback, and ModelCo lipstick), what color lipstick did you get? My box was scheduled to arrive on the 10th, but USPS doesn't even think it has it yet.

 

[jennm149]

Those of you who got box #43 (bobby pins, Juice Beauty moisturizer, Violet Oasis argan oil, Miss Jessie's Rapid Recovery and Super Sweetback, and ModelCo lipstick), what color lipstick did you get? My box was scheduled to arrive on the 10th, but USPS doesn't even think it has it yet.

I got Dusk 'til Dawn in box 43

 

[Heather Hicks]

Originally Posted by page5 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I disagree about the red lipstick/confidence thing. I put on red lipstick and look in the mirror and cringe. I look terrible in red lipstick. Orange reds, blue reds, red reds, honestly they all make me look harsh and gaudy. It's not about confidence it's about how I perceive how I look. I don't want to wear something that looks bad on me. I don't care what others think, I wear what I like and I don't like red lipstick. I've received three red lippies from BB and I've tossed or given away all of them after I tried to wear them for a few weeks. Of course, I'm getting the red Stila lipstick; BB thinks this fair skinned brunette needs another one! 

I generally agree. Red is almost impossible for me to pull off. I did find a Sephora gloss that was sheer red I liked (discontinued now, sadly). I also like Besame's crimson lip/cheek tint and their red lip gloss pot. For me, sheer is key, and it needs to kind of look like I just ate a cherry popsicle, lol! Anyway, I still don't like heavy red lipsticks with full coverage. I think the Beso might be too heavy, so if I ever get it, I'll probably try to trade it.

 

[tasertag]

Oh, ok Jannie. I thought Classics was last month and neutral this month. But either way, I'll use it or toss it in my trade pile, lol!

This month I've seen Kitty and Dusk til Dawn from the neutrals and Disco Fever from the classic trio. Last month was Get Naked from the neutral and Peony from the classic. I traded for Get Naked last month and got Kitty this month. Love them both plus they smell good!

 

[gemstone]

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

Quote: Originally Posted by Heather Hicks /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Oh, ok Jannie. I thought Classics was last month and neutral this month. But either way, I'll use it or toss it in my trade pile, lol!
This month I've seen Kitty and Dusk til Dawn from the neutrals and Disco Fever from the classic trio. Last month was Get Naked from the neutral and Peony from the classic. I traded for Get Naked last month and got Kitty this month. Love them both plus they smell good!

Red velvet also has show up this month

 

[tasertag]

Red velvet also has show up this month

Oooo good catch. I missed it!

 

[CheshireCookie]

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

Aha! We picked 3 of the 5 colors in an online vote. (I don't know if they ever announced the winners.  I remember picking Hedge Fund, Fox Hunt, and Delirium)

OOOoooo, yeah! I chose Delirium, Fox Hunt and Hedge Fund! Preeeeetty!

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



Lipstick in Kitty (from Birchbox) with Urban Decay lipliner in Naked (from HauteLook Beauty Bag).  Really excited to pair these two colors together!

That looks GORGEOUS on your skin tone! Love it!

 

[Xiang]

I just got my box today!!! It was box 14 and the lip color was, speak of the devil, it's a red color!! Lol I got it in Red Velvet. I had wanted to try Disco Fever bc Cookie made it look amazing haha I'm going to try it out later, I'm planning a lips post on my blog, and so far I have the colors Get Naked and Peony as well.  Woohoo!

Oohh that's my second box but i won't get it till the 17th. Are there any swatches available out there for red velvet? Thank you! Thank you! =)

 

[mariahk83]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Heather Hicks /img/forum/go_quote.gif

not sure this is quoting you like it's supposed to!?  I LOVE a red lip, but prefer something more on the sheer side, esp. for everyday wear.  If the beso's intensity bothers you try to sheer it out with some gloss on your lips first, then a light swipe of beso!  MAC makes a nice sheer red lippie - Lady Bug!

 

[meaganola]

Oh, ok Jannie. I thought Classics was last month and neutral this month. But either way, I'll use it or toss it in my trade pile, lol!

There was one classic (Peony) and one neutral (Get Naked, I think) last month. I ended up with both of them.

 

[latinafeminista]

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

There was one classic (Peony) and one neutral (Get Naked, I think) last month. I ended up with both of them.

Did you end up using your Get Naked? I received it as well and its still sitting unused, debating about whether to throw it into the trade pile.  My lips are pretty pigmented so I"m always afraid of trying "nudes"; do you know what color it leans toward? Thanks /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[cari12]

Just joined the 2 sub club :-D 

Anyone know what they've been sending out in the welcome boxes lately? Or is it pretty random?