Birchbox February 2014 (SPOILERS)
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Quote: Originally Posted by queenofperil /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Damn. I'd totally get that if it didn't have the other one attached to it. I haven't smelled it, and I don't like any other perfumes from Juicy aside from Couture La La (which I already have a rollerball of, haha) and this new Couture La La Malibu one. I really appreciate the tip, though. 75 points would have been nice!
Aww that is too bad! I just got my roller ball in and if there was some way I could send you just the half you like I would so I could rebuy it through Ulta for 5x points! Mwahahaha (Ulta 5x points not mwhahahaing giving you the half you like. I would totally do that). If you find yourself in SD and want to pick it up PM me and it is yours! (I figure mailing it would not make it as a half but in person it might!)
Damn. I'd totally get that if it didn't have the other one attached to it. I haven't smelled it, and I don't like any other perfumes from Juicy aside from Couture La La (which I already have a rollerball of, haha) and this new Couture La La Malibu one. I really appreciate the tip, though. 75 points would have been nice!
Aww that is too bad! I just got my roller ball in and if there was some way I could send you just the half you like I would so I could rebuy it through Ulta for 5x points! Mwahahaha (Ulta 5x points not mwhahahaing giving you the half you like. I would totally do that). If you find yourself in SD and want to pick it up PM me and it is yours! (I figure mailing it would not make it as a half but in person it might!)
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Quote: Originally Posted by thinkpink7l7 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I got the same box as all of you. Are any of you thinking about emailing and complaining? I'm upset because the peelie and the cardboard hair oil are both one time use.
The Agave looks like it's 4ml which is more than one time use? So it looks like that box had 4 items and then a bonus if you don't want to count the peelie as an item. Which BB says they'll send 4-5 items each month. Personally, I don't think it's anything to complain about since it falls into what they say they'll send. And you got the OPI & fake up which people have been dying to try =)
I got the same box as all of you. Are any of you thinking about emailing and complaining? I'm upset because the peelie and the cardboard hair oil are both one time use.
The Agave looks like it's 4ml which is more than one time use? So it looks like that box had 4 items and then a bonus if you don't want to count the peelie as an item. Which BB says they'll send 4-5 items each month. Personally, I don't think it's anything to complain about since it falls into what they say they'll send. And you got the OPI & fake up which people have been dying to try =)
Quote: Originally Posted by thinkpink7l7 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I got the same box as all of you. Are any of you thinking about emailing and complaining? I'm upset because the peelie and the cardboard hair oil are both one time use.
I don't think they'll do anything about it. The Peelie isn't considered a sample, but an "extra" and I've received one-time use products in abundance before. I'm just accepting that it's kind of a bum box and hope for a better one next month!
I got the same box as all of you. Are any of you thinking about emailing and complaining? I'm upset because the peelie and the cardboard hair oil are both one time use.
I don't think they'll do anything about it. The Peelie isn't considered a sample, but an "extra" and I've received one-time use products in abundance before. I'm just accepting that it's kind of a bum box and hope for a better one next month!
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Quote: Originally Posted by ikecarus /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Got the first of two boxes today! (Box #9) Thankfully everything arrived in tact!
The Juicy Couture La La Malibu was actually a lot nicer than I thought it would be! After it dries, it smells like mangos.
I hated how the Beauty Protector Detangle Spray smelled, but the hair oil smells amazing... like cotton candy!
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The 32 Oral Breath crystals are actually a lot more fun than I thought they would be! It's like adult poprocks, haha.
Cotton Candy was the exact thought I had as I used the oil this morning! Definitely!
Got the first of two boxes today! (Box #9) Thankfully everything arrived in tact!
The Juicy Couture La La Malibu was actually a lot nicer than I thought it would be! After it dries, it smells like mangos.
I hated how the Beauty Protector Detangle Spray smelled, but the hair oil smells amazing... like cotton candy!
/emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> The 32 Oral Breath crystals are actually a lot more fun than I thought they would be! It's like adult poprocks, haha.
Cotton Candy was the exact thought I had as I used the oil this morning! Definitely!
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add me to the list of broken beauty oil boxes. meh.
Quote: Originally Posted by Rachel S /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I hear ya, totally... Everyone has different wants/needs/expectations when they sign up for BB. It just bums me out when I am so happy with it and see others getting disappointed time after time. I don't know why, I guess I just want everyone to love it as much as me?? Haha but seriously it will only take you a minute to email them so you may as well!
Good luck either way
EXACTLY how I feel! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
I hear ya, totally... Everyone has different wants/needs/expectations when they sign up for BB. It just bums me out when I am so happy with it and see others getting disappointed time after time. I don't know why, I guess I just want everyone to love it as much as me?? Haha but seriously it will only take you a minute to email them so you may as well!
Good luck either way
EXACTLY how I feel!
/emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />Quote: Originally Posted by TheGlamGal /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Odd, but for some reason it's not letting me quote what you said. Anyway, thanks for the advice! I appreciate all the ladies here who have contacted me about supplements, I ordered one today and should be getting it on Friday, unless the snow here in Maryland slows it down.
Has anyone noticed a change in their energy levels once they started taking supplements?
Odd, but for some reason it's not letting me quote what you said. Anyway, thanks for the advice! I appreciate all the ladies here who have contacted me about supplements, I ordered one today and should be getting it on Friday, unless the snow here in Maryland slows it down.
Has anyone noticed a change in their energy levels once they started taking supplements?
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I can't get enough of this beauty protector hair oil. It makes my hair so soft and frizz free, and the smell is AMAZING. Definitely might be purchasing this in the future.
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Because of this thread, I went out today and bought some liquid vitamin D /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />. Only 6.99. I have been feeling so tired and this winter has been so brutal in Michigan. I think it will boost my energy up.
/emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />. Only 6.99. I have been feeling so tired and this winter has been so brutal in Michigan. I think it will boost my energy up.
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Quote: Originally Posted by KNT101184 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
The Agave looks like it's 4ml which is more than one time use? So it looks like that box had 4 items and then a bonus if you don't want to count the peelie as an item. Which BB says they'll send 4-5 items each month. Personally, I don't think it's anything to complain about since it falls into what they say they'll send. And you got the OPI & fake up which people have been dying to try =)
Quote: Originally Posted by MissJexie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I don't think they'll do anything about it. The Peelie isn't considered a sample, but an "extra" and I've received one-time use products in abundance before. I'm just accepting that it's kind of a bum box and hope for a better one next month!
True, they do say 4-5 now. Also, thanks for the tip about the agave. I thought it was a treatment (given the name) that you leave-in and then wash out. Assuming that, I usually put more in and use "treatments" like a hair mask. Guess this is more like the beauty protector oil than a true "treatment"
I usually do try to be optimistic, but I guess I was just really taken aback by the peelie. Thanks for letting me vent!
The Agave looks like it's 4ml which is more than one time use? So it looks like that box had 4 items and then a bonus if you don't want to count the peelie as an item. Which BB says they'll send 4-5 items each month. Personally, I don't think it's anything to complain about since it falls into what they say they'll send. And you got the OPI & fake up which people have been dying to try =)
Quote: Originally Posted by MissJexie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I don't think they'll do anything about it. The Peelie isn't considered a sample, but an "extra" and I've received one-time use products in abundance before. I'm just accepting that it's kind of a bum box and hope for a better one next month!
True, they do say 4-5 now. Also, thanks for the tip about the agave. I thought it was a treatment (given the name) that you leave-in and then wash out. Assuming that, I usually put more in and use "treatments" like a hair mask. Guess this is more like the beauty protector oil than a true "treatment"
I usually do try to be optimistic, but I guess I was just really taken aback by the peelie. Thanks for letting me vent!
Man, I was hoping to get the BP oil this month, but after seeing all the issues with broken glass maybe it's good that I didn't! I still hope to get it in a future box though. Otherwise I might buy it with points when I run out of my other hair oil. The one kinda good thing about getting 2 of the exact same box was that I got 2 sample cards of big easy, which was enough for a full face application. I actually really liked it. Coverage was light, but it evened out my skin tone really nicely. I thought about pre-ordering it, cuz they have extra points and a free gift offer with it, but then I looked at all the BB/CC creams and the like that I haven't even opened yet, and decided to hold off.
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Quote: Originally Posted by With2Ls /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I get a HUGE boost from Vit B, but I'm probably deficient. [it won't let me quote you either.]
I get a HUGE boost from Vit B, but I'm probably deficient. [it won't let me quote you either.]
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My box came a day early! It's box 39:
Um...really sorry about the crappy quality, I used my tablet since I left my camera at the office. I put a quarter in there for size reference.
I got the Ruby Wing in gold! Super excited for that, since I love metallics and really do not like pink. The agave thing is pretty small...I think it will only last once since my hair is long...
The eyeshadow card is pretty pathetic in real life. It's really flat...almost like a swatch card more than something you can try out. It's listed as a "beauty extra" on the card. I am excited about the mascara since...it is the first mascara I have ever owned!
I am a real beauty noob.
So...some cool stuff to try out this month, though the samples are pretty small...step up your game bb!
Um...really sorry about the crappy quality, I used my tablet since I left my camera at the office. I put a quarter in there for size reference.
I got the Ruby Wing in gold! Super excited for that, since I love metallics and really do not like pink. The agave thing is pretty small...I think it will only last once since my hair is long...
The eyeshadow card is pretty pathetic in real life. It's really flat...almost like a swatch card more than something you can try out. It's listed as a "beauty extra" on the card. I am excited about the mascara since...it is the first mascara I have ever owned!
So...some cool stuff to try out this month, though the samples are pretty small...step up your game bb!
meaganola
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Oh, yay, that's the box I'm getting, and I had a bad feeling the hand cream might be in a packet. I wanted it for my messenger bag. A jar will be great! And if we all get the same polish, yay, no pink! Unless it's part of a nail wrap, I don't wear pink on my nails. But color-shifting glitter? I can deal with that.My box came a day early! It's box 39:Um...really sorry about the crappy quality, I used my tablet since I left my camera at the office.  I put a quarter in there for size reference. I got the Ruby Wing in gold!  Super excited for that, since I love metallics and really do not like pink.  The agave thing is pretty small...I think it will only last once since my hair is long... The eyeshadow card is pretty pathetic in real life.  It's really flat...almost like a swatch card more than something you can try out.  It's listed as a "beauty extra" on the card.  I am excited about the mascara since...it is the first mascara I have ever owned! :icon_redf   I am a real beauty noob.  So...some cool stuff to try out this month, though the samples are pretty small...step up your game bb! Â
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Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Oh, yay, that's the box I'm getting, and I had a bad feeling the hand cream might be in a packet. I wanted it for my messenger bag. A jar will be great! And if we all get the same polish, yay, no pink! Unless it's part of a nail wrap, I don't wear pink on my nails. But color-shifting glitter? I can deal with that.
Also getting this box- hoping for the glitter!
Oh, yay, that's the box I'm getting, and I had a bad feeling the hand cream might be in a packet. I wanted it for my messenger bag. A jar will be great! And if we all get the same polish, yay, no pink! Unless it's part of a nail wrap, I don't wear pink on my nails. But color-shifting glitter? I can deal with that.
Also getting this box- hoping for the glitter!
Quote: Originally Posted by Tamarin /img/forum/go_quote.gif
My box came a day early! It's box 39:
Um...really sorry about the crappy quality, I used my tablet since I left my camera at the office. I put a quarter in there for size reference.
I got the Ruby Wing in gold! Super excited for that, since I love metallics and really do not like pink. The agave thing is pretty small...I think it will only last once since my hair is long...
The eyeshadow card is pretty pathetic in real life. It's really flat...almost like a swatch card more than something you can try out. It's listed as a "beauty extra" on the card. I am excited about the mascara since...it is the first mascara I have ever owned!
I am a real beauty noob.
So...some cool stuff to try out this month, though the samples are pretty small...step up your game bb!
I have received eyeshadow samples like that in the past and I assure you you CAN use them! I got a Stila quad sample that was flat and looked like the shadow was almost printed on the card. My brush picked up the shadows pretty easily and I was actually able to do my eye look and still have some of the shadow left over. I would give it a shot!
My box came a day early! It's box 39:
Um...really sorry about the crappy quality, I used my tablet since I left my camera at the office. I put a quarter in there for size reference.
I got the Ruby Wing in gold! Super excited for that, since I love metallics and really do not like pink. The agave thing is pretty small...I think it will only last once since my hair is long...
The eyeshadow card is pretty pathetic in real life. It's really flat...almost like a swatch card more than something you can try out. It's listed as a "beauty extra" on the card. I am excited about the mascara since...it is the first mascara I have ever owned!
So...some cool stuff to try out this month, though the samples are pretty small...step up your game bb!
I have received eyeshadow samples like that in the past and I assure you you CAN use them! I got a Stila quad sample that was flat and looked like the shadow was almost printed on the card. My brush picked up the shadows pretty easily and I was actually able to do my eye look and still have some of the shadow left over. I would give it a shot!
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Quote: Originally Posted by Spiritwind10
I got this box except my polish was sheer pink. But I said something about it and basically got raked over the coals for saying I hated the box. Especially the fake up as there was only a very thin sliver of it on the tube and it scratched my face when I at least tryed to try it out so I could at least review it right and the women a few pages ago. Acted liked they didn't believe me. S I just cancelled my BB because I have it it with getting boxes that are crap! It's OKAY for them to say they don't like it! but if someone else says they don't like it they rake them over the coals and act like they are lying about and don't believe them and go on and on about it like what I say was a crime!!! I just won't get back on this thread and I'm really glad your fake up sample was fine. Just be care about saying anything negative on this thead.
Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I don't think anyone meant to imply that they didn't believe you. I think they just wanted people to know that the problem with your sample wasn't typical. It is very possible that your sample had less product than others since they are manufactured on a large scale and stuff like that can happen. We all have different opinions about our boxes and a box that seems like "punishment" to one person might be perfect for another. I don't always agree with people's opinions on but I understand that they can love something I don't like. It isn't a personal reflection on me if someone disagrees with me.
I was one of the people who responded to your thread and I agree with everything LadyK said. I (and I believe everyone else who replied) didn't mean to imply you were lying or rake you over the coals. I was simply stating that I was surprised that you were only able to get one use because I was able to get a few weeks worth. I was trying to tell you that your experience didn't seem to be typical and maybe the sample you received had less product than normal. I'm not sure what exactly was said that offended you but I'm sorry, that wasn't my intention. Everyone has the right to complain and many people do on these forum. It's a way for us to comment on our likes and dislikes regarding our subs. Some people may feel differently about my opinions and comment saying that but unless they are being rude I don't take it personally. We are all different and I enjoy hearing about others likes or dislikes as long as they are civil about it.
I got this box except my polish was sheer pink. But I said something about it and basically got raked over the coals for saying I hated the box. Especially the fake up as there was only a very thin sliver of it on the tube and it scratched my face when I at least tryed to try it out so I could at least review it right and the women a few pages ago. Acted liked they didn't believe me. S I just cancelled my BB because I have it it with getting boxes that are crap! It's OKAY for them to say they don't like it! but if someone else says they don't like it they rake them over the coals and act like they are lying about and don't believe them and go on and on about it like what I say was a crime!!! I just won't get back on this thread and I'm really glad your fake up sample was fine. Just be care about saying anything negative on this thead.
Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I don't think anyone meant to imply that they didn't believe you. I think they just wanted people to know that the problem with your sample wasn't typical. It is very possible that your sample had less product than others since they are manufactured on a large scale and stuff like that can happen. We all have different opinions about our boxes and a box that seems like "punishment" to one person might be perfect for another. I don't always agree with people's opinions on but I understand that they can love something I don't like. It isn't a personal reflection on me if someone disagrees with me.
I was one of the people who responded to your thread and I agree with everything LadyK said. I (and I believe everyone else who replied) didn't mean to imply you were lying or rake you over the coals. I was simply stating that I was surprised that you were only able to get one use because I was able to get a few weeks worth. I was trying to tell you that your experience didn't seem to be typical and maybe the sample you received had less product than normal. I'm not sure what exactly was said that offended you but I'm sorry, that wasn't my intention. Everyone has the right to complain and many people do on these forum. It's a way for us to comment on our likes and dislikes regarding our subs. Some people may feel differently about my opinions and comment saying that but unless they are being rude I don't take it personally. We are all different and I enjoy hearing about others likes or dislikes as long as they are civil about it.
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Quote: Originally Posted by MissJexie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I have received eyeshadow samples like that in the past and I assure you you CAN use them! I got a Stila quad sample that was flat and looked like the shadow was almost printed on the card. My brush picked up the shadows pretty easily and I was actually able to do my eye look and still have some of the shadow left over. I would give it a shot!
I agree! I got the Stila palettes on a card (in the light, in the moment, in the garden). I do not use them in the "traditional" way. I scratch off some shadow (like a lottery ticket) till it is loose, then use my brush to pick up color. For the Stila eyeshadows which are super pigmented I was able to scratch a tiny amount off and get a good color pay off. I have some Smashbox shadows that are great (Wondervision palette) and not so great (smaller 5 pan ones) like any shadow. I was able to make 1 "card" of the stila colors last through my 3 day trip in Vegas. This was applying at least 2x per day for day to night changes.
I have received eyeshadow samples like that in the past and I assure you you CAN use them! I got a Stila quad sample that was flat and looked like the shadow was almost printed on the card. My brush picked up the shadows pretty easily and I was actually able to do my eye look and still have some of the shadow left over. I would give it a shot!
I agree! I got the Stila palettes on a card (in the light, in the moment, in the garden). I do not use them in the "traditional" way. I scratch off some shadow (like a lottery ticket) till it is loose, then use my brush to pick up color. For the Stila eyeshadows which are super pigmented I was able to scratch a tiny amount off and get a good color pay off. I have some Smashbox shadows that are great (Wondervision palette) and not so great (smaller 5 pan ones) like any shadow. I was able to make 1 "card" of the stila colors last through my 3 day trip in Vegas. This was applying at least 2x per day for day to night changes.
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Quote: Originally Posted by MissJexie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I have received eyeshadow samples like that in the past and I assure you you CAN use them! I got a Stila quad sample that was flat and looked like the shadow was almost printed on the card. My brush picked up the shadows pretty easily and I was actually able to do my eye look and still have some of the shadow left over. I would give it a shot!
good to know! I will definitely try it out. I do like that one set is metallic and the other is matte (non-shimmery).
I have received eyeshadow samples like that in the past and I assure you you CAN use them! I got a Stila quad sample that was flat and looked like the shadow was almost printed on the card. My brush picked up the shadows pretty easily and I was actually able to do my eye look and still have some of the shadow left over. I would give it a shot!
good to know! I will definitely try it out. I do like that one set is metallic and the other is matte (non-shimmery).
