Birchbox August 2013

[quene8106]

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

teenager busy mom? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
no kids here, lol. my kids will be doggies whenever I get them, haha.  that profile is for a teen with a household income of over 100k. i haven't disliked a box ever since i lied about my age and income *knocks on wood*

 

[lovepink]

Just got this from BB Thanks so much for placing an order with Birchbox. We wanted to let you know that, unfortunately, the Birchbox Bobby Pins are backordered and we will not be able to ship one out to you. A refund has been applied to your original method of payment. We're sorry for the inconvenience and we will add 100 Birchbox Points to your account. Remember, 100 points equals $10 toward any full-size product in the Birchbox Shop. Please be in touch with any questions or concerns. Woot! I only ordered the bobby pins to get free shipping!

 

[jannie135]

Originally Posted by lovepink /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Just got this from BB

Thanks so much for placing an order with Birchbox. We wanted to let you know that, unfortunately, the Birchbox Bobby Pins are backordered and we will not be able to ship one out to you.

A refund has been applied to your original method of payment. We're sorry for the inconvenience and we will add 100 Birchbox Points to your account. Remember, 100 points equals $10 toward any full-size product in the Birchbox Shop.

Please be in touch with any questions or concerns.

Woot! I only ordered the bobby pins to get free shipping!

Probably everyone else ordered it for that same reason loll

 

[lovepink]

Haha I agree!  But I got money back and 100 points!  My order had been $45, but I got $4 off for ordering box CEW boxes, $10 mystery pack free and used 100 points, so my order was only $21.  I am happy with this!  I actually recieved bobby pins already in a trade so I am pleased.   And I got free shipping!  Hooray to BB customer service!

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

Probably everyone else ordered it for that same reason loll

 

[kawaiimeows]

my pick two mystery pack:



12 benefits hair treatment and yes to carrots lip balm

i pulled out the 12 benefits and noticed it was all slimy and the cap was twisted off, so about half of the product spilled out in shipment. oh well, but i'll email BB anyway. i'm excited about the yes to balm because i LOVE yes to so so so much and i was getting sick of my burts bees scent. meh about the 12 benefits because i've gotten so many conditioning hair treatments like this from birchbox lately (still going through the beauty protector and the number four samples).

also, in my massive order i got the Suki exfoliator. My sample was VERY dry and I kinda had to use some force with scooping it out, and the full size i noticed is a bit more moist (if that makes sense). Can anyone confirm if that is how it is supposed to be?

 

[jesemiaud]

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

my pick two mystery pack:



12 benefits hair treatment and yes to carrots lip balm

i pulled out the 12 benefits and noticed it was all slimy and the cap was twisted off, so about half of the product spilled out in shipment. oh well, but i'll email BB anyway. i'm excited about the yes to balm because i LOVE yes to so so so much and i was getting sick of my burts bees scent. meh about the 12 benefits because i've gotten so many conditioning hair treatments like this from birchbox lately (still going through the beauty protector and the number four samples).

also, in my massive order i got the Suki exfoliator. My sample was VERY dry and I kinda had to use some force with scooping it out, and the full size i noticed is a bit more moist (if that makes sense). Can anyone confirm if that is how it is supposed to be?

My Suki was pretty moist and I had no problems scooping it out.

 

[kawaiimeows]

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

My Suki was pretty moist and I had no problems scooping it out.

That's good to hear. That's honestly probably why last month when people ordered it, it looked like it was half empty on one side. Mine kinda looked like that when I opened it but when I evened it out you could tell it was a full product. That's when I noticed it was moist. Well now I won't have as many problems scooping it out!

 

[Shannon28]

my pick two mystery pack: 12 benefits hair treatment and yes to carrots lip balm i pulled out the 12 benefits and noticed it was all slimy and the cap was twisted off, so about half of the product spilled out in shipment. oh well, but i'll email BB anyway. i'm excited about the yes to balm because i LOVE yes to so so so much and i was getting sick of my burts bees scent. meh about the 12 benefits because i've gotten so many conditioning hair treatments like this from birchbox lately (still going through the beauty protector and the number four samples). also, in my massive order i got the Suki exfoliator. My sample was VERY dry and I kinda had to use some force with scooping it out, and the full size i noticed is a bit more moist (if that makes sense). Can anyone confirm if that is how it is supposed to be?

My Suki sample was nearly solid. It still lathers well, but it's a pain to get out.

 

[kawaiimeows]

Originally Posted by Shannon28 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

My Suki sample was nearly solid. It still lathers well, but it's a pain to get out.

That's exactly how my sample felt. Worked wonderfully, just a pain in the butt to get out. I'm going to take a guess and say the sample batch just turned out differently than the full size batches. I'm soooo happy I got to get a full size finally, nonetheless.

 

[Kristen121]

Haven't read this thread yet, so I have nothing to add, just subbing so I can catch up later /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Moonittude]

Subbin'

 

[lioness90]

Excited for another month of birchbox and subbing.

 

[casualconcern]

I'm late to the party but here was my mystery pack - Wei Pomegranate Beads and C.O. Bigelow Lemon Lip Cream.

Haven't tried the pomegranate beads but the lip balm smells sooo yummy - just like a lemon dessert!

 

[HHummel]

Sub. Can't wait for the spoilers and the anticipation of next month! 

 

[KayEss]

This is very, very off topic, but I'm excited and there's no exciting Birchbox news to talk about, so...I think I am going to make my first ever Sephora purchase! I got the email about the Beauty Insider birthday gift, so I think it might be time!

Here is what I'm thinking:

• Lash Stash (I'm a little worried because I don't have a full Sephora store nearby--just one in a JC Penney, and I don't think the voucher works there. Does anyone know if these vouchers expire?)
• Benefit Birthday Turn-Ons (Free Birthday Gift)
• Deluxe Sample Murad Clarifying Cleanser (Free with code YOURGIFT...also considering the Philosophy Falling In Love body wash)
• Free Sample Tocca Cleopatra Body Cream (So I hate lotions, but I want to know what Cleopatra smells like...maybe I should try the Living Proof serum instead?)
• Free Sample Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm (This looks really cool/interesting!)
• Free Sample Fresh Face Mask
• $2 back for using Ebates

All of that for $30.95! I feel a little guilty about it, and maybe I should just go in to get the free gift, but my eyelashes are probably my worst feature, so I really could use some decent mascara to pretty them up. If anyone can tell me about whether or not the Sephora vouchers expire or speak to Living Proof's serum, please do!

 

[kelley]

gah, i really wanted those bobby pins... hope they're back soon.  my own fault though-- should have known with the CEW boxes then the 50 extra points code that people would be on those like crazy to get free shipping for their orders.  hope it doesnt take another month like the origins charcoal mask did to get back in stock!

 

[lioness90]

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

This is very, very off topic, but I'm excited and there's no exciting Birchbox news to talk about, so...I think I am going to make my first ever Sephora purchase! I got the email about the Beauty Insider birthday gift, so I think it might be time!


Here is what I'm thinking:

• Lash Stash (I'm a little worried because I don't have a full Sephora store nearby--just one in a JC Penney, and I don't think the voucher works there. Does anyone know if these vouchers expire?)
• Benefit Birthday Turn-Ons (Free Birthday Gift)
• Deluxe Sample Murad Clarifying Cleanser (Free with code YOURGIFT...also considering the Philosophy Falling In Love body wash)
• Free Sample Tocca Cleopatra Body Cream (So I hate lotions, but I want to know what Cleopatra smells like...maybe I should try the Living Proof serum instead?)
• Free Sample Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm (This looks really cool/interesting!)
• Free Sample Fresh Face Mask
• $2 back for using Ebates

All of that for $30.95! I feel a little guilty about it, and maybe I should just go in to get the free gift, but my eyelashes are probably my worst feature, so I really could use some decent mascara to pretty them up. If anyone can tell me about whether or not the Sephora vouchers expire or speak to Living Proof's serum, please do!
I read somewhere on Sephora.com's forum that the voucher does not expire. But you can not redeem in at Sephora in JCP stores. I attached a copy of the back of the voucher in case you were interested. 



Sorry about the lighting...it's gloomy outside.
Welcome to the beginning of your Sephora.com addiction and 

 

[Lolo22]

So my Birchbox order shipped and tracking shows it was insured for $100, anyone else have that? I spent $50 after discounts.

 

[evildrporkchop]

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

This is very, very off topic, but I'm excited and there's no exciting Birchbox news to talk about, so...I think I am going to make my first ever Sephora purchase! I got the email about the Beauty Insider birthday gift, so I think it might be time!


Here is what I'm thinking:

• Lash Stash (I'm a little worried because I don't have a full Sephora store nearby--just one in a JC Penney, and I don't think the voucher works there. Does anyone know if these vouchers expire?)
• Benefit Birthday Turn-Ons (Free Birthday Gift)
• Deluxe Sample Murad Clarifying Cleanser (Free with code YOURGIFT...also considering the Philosophy Falling In Love body wash)
• Free Sample Tocca Cleopatra Body Cream (So I hate lotions, but I want to know what Cleopatra smells like...maybe I should try the Living Proof serum instead?)
• Free Sample Omorovicza Thermal Cleansing Balm (This looks really cool/interesting!)
• Free Sample Fresh Face Mask
• $2 back for using Ebates

All of that for $30.95! I feel a little guilty about it, and maybe I should just go in to get the free gift, but my eyelashes are probably my worst feature, so I really could use some decent mascara to pretty them up. If anyone can tell me about whether or not the Sephora vouchers expire or speak to Living Proof's serum, please do!

Are you referring to the voucher for the birthday gift? If so, it's valid up to two weeks before your birth date and two weeks after. Although I was able to pick up a birthday gift months after last year.

I love the Living Proof serum. I use it every morning before I blow dry. It makes my hair very soft and frizz-free especially against the humidity. A little goes a long way, so a bottle will last you nearly forever.

 

[Bizgirlva]

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



I'm late to the party but here was my mystery pack - Wei Pomegranate Beads and C.O. Bigelow Lemon Lip Cream.

Haven't tried the pomegranate beads but the lip balm smells sooo yummy - just like a lemon dessert!

Whoa BB&W's in a mystery pack.  Interesting.  I love that lip balm, btw.