Birchbox August 2013

[jennm149]

ThinkPink -- If my earlier (now deleted) post is the issue -- I meant PROC, not ROC.  Hope that helps.

 

[kawaiimeows]

Originally Posted by jennm149 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Thanks KawaiiMeows.  I don't think I meant exactly what Kyuu read, but on re-reading, I could see that I didn't explain myself properly and that what I said was potentially offensive.  Rather than trying to re-explain or expand, I decided to just delete that part of my comment.  Apologies -- I'll either be more careful or avoid issues that are really best discussed, not written about on a board like this, in future.

Don't worry about it too much. I've seen it brought up quite a bit and it's a touchy subject every time.

 

[evildrporkchop]

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

I think you're reading a bit in to her post. I didn't see any badmouthing of chinese people, unless you're talking about the food/makeup manufacturers she clearly has qualms with.

Not intending to speak for Kyuu, by any means, but I think she took umbrage to this line:

I've realized that if a country can't even manufacture powdered milk for food products (including formula for its own babies!) without putting melamine in it, they probably aren't going to spend too many resources policing companies that are manufacturing make-up to be sold in another country.

I mean, I can see where that could be taken offensively. After all, the US has recalls and manufacturing controversies aplenty. Pink slime, anyone?

 

[amandah]

Originally Posted by Lanai12 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Oooo, share how you use it in rice krispy treats & with crushed pretzels?

put some cocnut oil in a pan and melt, add marshmallows and stir.

then add in your rice krispies and crushed up pretzels.

spread it out into a pan and sprinkle mini choco chips on the top.

they are dangerously delicious.

just an fyi, trader joes is the best coconut oil to use for this because it still has a cocnut-y flavor, where as some of them, through processing, lose that flavor.

 

[thinkpink7l7]

ThinkPink -- If my earlier (now deleted) post is the issue -- I meant PROC, not ROC.  Hope that helps.

Oh okay! Thanks! That definitely clears it up. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[gemstone]

put some cocnut oil in a pan and melt, add marshmallows and stir. then add in your rice krispies and crushed up pretzels. spread it out into a pan and sprinkle mini choco chips on the top. they are dangerously delicious. just an fyi, trader joes is the best coconut oil to use for this because it still has a cocnut-y flavor, where as some of them, through processing, lose that flavor.

It's funny because I think most people want their coconut oil to be flavorless. I use in place of canola oil when cooking popcorn, meat, etc and do not want it to taste like coconut!

 

[mariahk83]

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

totally agree here.

i love trader joes coconut oil. it's really good in rice krispy treats too /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> with crushed pretzels and choco chips

oh and as a moisturizer too!

umm recipe!!??  that sounds amazing

EDIT - I see where you posted!  I LOVE the TJ's brand, and whatdayaknow have some at home...i may be making these tonight!  I assume you just sub the butter for coconut oil in = amts!?

 

[tasertag]

Got my secondary box today (and a shipping notice on my primary). This  might be my favorite BB yet... even though I got the dreaded foot wipes , the rest of the box (minus the tan towel) totally makes up for it!

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

It's a 10 leave in conditioner -- this used to be my go-to, so I'm totally pumped about a decent size product that I know I can use! Model Co Lipstick in Kitty - I traded for Peony last month, so I'm super pumped about this! Dr. Jart BB Cream - pretty meh, but I'll use it. Tan Towel - total meh. Not a self tanner, but I won't complain because, well, the box without the tan towel is awesome. Dreaded Foot Wipes - I'm actually one of the few people who isn't bummed about these. When I wear Yellowbox Flip Flops all day, I get major K-Mart feet. These will be nice to have to take care of that! (I mean, baby wipes do the same thing.... but at least this is something I can use!)

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Box weight was .5750. Box twins! So excited actually.

Spoiler

only didn't want tan wipes. But I did want the foot wipes!

 

[Xiang]

ThinkPink -- If my earlier (now deleted) post is the issue -- I meant PROC, not ROC.  Hope that helps.

Yes, ROC is Taiwan, not Mainland China. Easy to get them mixed up. =)

 

[Lanai12]

put some cocnut oil in a pan and melt, add marshmallows and stir. then add in your rice krispies and crushed up pretzels. spread it out into a pan and sprinkle mini choco chips on the top. they are dangerously delicious. just an fyi, trader joes is the best coconut oil to use for this because it still has a cocnut-y flavor, where as some of them, through processing, lose that flavor.

Thank you. That is a must try. Maybe this weekend while my daughter is out of town and I will have them all to myself. Insert evil hands here.

 

[msladyday]

Received my box early - shipping .4401.

Overall I'm not exactly enthused by this box although I will probably use the Ann Taylor codes.  

Jasmine Seven (peppermint) Fresh Feet Wipes - 2

Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer - 15ml
ModelCo Party Proof Lipstick - Disco Fever
Supergoop! Advanced SPF 37 Anti-Aging Eye Cream - 2 ml
 
Lifestyle Extra:
Showstoppers Designer Fashion Tape - 2 black strips
 
 



Speaking of Ann Taylor - anyone going to the Boston even on 8/15?

 

[jmd252]

Received my box early - shipping .4401. Overall I'm not exactly enthused by this box although I will probably use the Ann Taylor codes.  

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Jasmine Seven (peppermint) Fresh Feet Wipes - 2 Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer - 15ml ModelCo Party Proof Lipstick - Disco Fever Supergoop! Advanced SPF 37 Anti-Aging Eye Cream - 2 ml   Lifestyle Extra: Showstoppers Designer Fashion Tape - 2 black strips    

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Speaking of Ann Taylor - anyone going to the Boston even on 8/15? I would be ecstatic if I got that box! I'm hoping its a possibility since I have a weight of .43 for one of my boxes. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[classyjess]

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

I get coconut oil in a big jar from Trader Joe's for 6 dollars and a big bottle of almond oil from the local health food store for 4 dollars--they are pretty much the only things I moisturize with!  The almond oil is lighter for summer, the coconut oil is great for winter and post-shave.  I mostly use other lotions for smell alone--I have found oil to be so much more effective.

Me too! I know a lot of people who think oil is too heavy, but my skin sucks it up and is nice and supple afterwards. Love the Trader Joe's CO.

 

[Xiang]

Is it just me or has there been a model co lipstick in the majority of these early boxes so far? Can't wait for mine!! Anybody else has a box weight of 0.5100?

 

[classyjess]

My box still hasn't shipped yet. This is only my second month for Birchbox. (I'm signed up for Ipsy too, and I just got my Allure box).

It's normal for shipping times to be staggered, right? And is the truck usually how to check the status? I struggled with that last time, too.

Thanks girls.

 

[Mkp1]

Birchbox.com seems to be down.  Updating Aug boxes?

 

[kawaiimeows]

Originally Posted by Mkp1 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Birchbox.com seems to be down.  Updating Aug boxes?

It's working fine for me...

 

[tnorth1852]

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


Box twins! So excited actually.only didn't want tan wipes. But I did want the foot wipes!



Definitely one of my favorite BBs... ever. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Pisces1969]

Gah 

  - where are you, my very nice Postal Delivery Lady?  Any other day you'd have been here three hours ago!   Don't you realize I've been waiting impatiently all day for my Birchbox to arrive? 

 

[AngeBrooklyn]

I just got the following email--an event for NY BB-er's.  I just registered.

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