The only time I haven't looked early was July 2013. I opened my Birchbox before checking my Box Page or visiting that month's Bb thread on MUT. It was quite an accomplishment.
Birchbox February 2014 (SPOILERS)
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Special limited edition boxes you buy separately from the subscription boxes are usually all the same box, or the same boxes with variations on a couple products (like either a face wash or moisturizer from the same brand... or colors of the makeup products or socks etc in the box).
I had no idea these existed! When do they put these types of boxes out? I'd love to know more.
And THANK YOU to the Dear Ladies who answered my question. I'm pretty new at this. I've only gotten three boxes.
Special limited edition boxes you buy separately from the subscription boxes are usually all the same box, or the same boxes with variations on a couple products (like either a face wash or moisturizer from the same brand... or colors of the makeup products or socks etc in the box).
I had no idea these existed! When do they put these types of boxes out? I'd love to know more.
And THANK YOU to the Dear Ladies who answered my question. I'm pretty new at this. I've only gotten three boxes.
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Updates! I'm super stoked about this month's box
Updates! I'm super stoked about this month's box
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I tried reserving a us weekly box with my second account when they first announced it and I still haven't gotten an invite =o( anyone else in the same boat?
I got an invite and I signed up on the day they announced it.
I tried reserving a us weekly box with my second account when they first announced it and I still haven't gotten an invite =o( anyone else in the same boat?
I got an invite and I signed up on the day they announced it.
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oh geez.. do I have to refer myself to a second subscription now? I do like the look of those half-spoiled 16 boxes..
That beauty protector oil seems intriguing... I'm curious about hair and face oils, but feel like my hair and skin gets oily enough without adding any more to it. But the bottle is very pretty! Much prettier than the pink and white color schemes for the other products.
I am crossing my fingers on that Serge Normant Dry Conditioner thought... so close to buying but I'm sure once I do I'll end up with it in my box AND then I'll be destined to not even like it. But.. is propane a normal ingredient in hair products??
I am crossing my fingers on that Serge Normant Dry Conditioner thought... so close to buying but I'm sure once I do I'll end up with it in my box AND then I'll be destined to not even like it. But.. is propane a normal ingredient in hair products??
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That beauty protector oil seems intriguing... I'm curious about hair and face oils, but feel like my hair and skin gets oily enough without adding any more to it. But the bottle is very pretty! Much prettier than the pink and white color schemes for the other products.
I am crossing my fingers on that Serge Normant Dry Conditioner thought... so close to buying but I'm sure once I do I'll end up with it in my box AND then I'll be destined to not even like it. But.. is propane a normal ingredient in hair products??
I'm pretty sure propane is in almost all aerosol hair sprays. It's a gas that expels into the air once it pushes the product out of the can. It doesn't adhere to the hair.
That beauty protector oil seems intriguing... I'm curious about hair and face oils, but feel like my hair and skin gets oily enough without adding any more to it. But the bottle is very pretty! Much prettier than the pink and white color schemes for the other products.
I am crossing my fingers on that Serge Normant Dry Conditioner thought... so close to buying but I'm sure once I do I'll end up with it in my box AND then I'll be destined to not even like it. But.. is propane a normal ingredient in hair products??
I'm pretty sure propane is in almost all aerosol hair sprays. It's a gas that expels into the air once it pushes the product out of the can. It doesn't adhere to the hair.
Interesting that it's in hair products... Fun fact of the day! Lol. It's actually a liquid though when it's compressed (why it's sold by the pound) and only turns to a gas when it's expelled out of the canister. Sorry. I worked at a hardware store all through high school and college and filled propane tanks all the time. Lol.
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Quote: Originally Posted by mindcaviar /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I had no idea these existed! When do they put these types of boxes out? I'd love to know more.
And THANK YOU to the Dear Ladies who answered my question. I'm pretty new at this. I've only gotten three boxes.
They just randomly release special boxes to buy throughout the year. Usually an email is sent out about them, they're announced on facebook. And you can use your points in the shop to pay for them too, yay!
I had no idea these existed! When do they put these types of boxes out? I'd love to know more.
And THANK YOU to the Dear Ladies who answered my question. I'm pretty new at this. I've only gotten three boxes.
They just randomly release special boxes to buy throughout the year. Usually an email is sent out about them, they're announced on facebook. And you can use your points in the shop to pay for them too, yay!
Glad to see I wasn't the only one surprised to know it was in hair products.
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I emailed and said "Will I be receiving the February US Weekly box? I used the appropriate promo code."
I got this response: "
Thanks for reaching out. I'm so sorry for any confusion!
Your Order Confirmation will not reflect the use of your promotional code. However, you can rest assured that the code has been successfully applied to this order, so you are all set!"
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this is my first birchbox so it's exciting if I get the US weekly box!
I got this response: "
Thanks for reaching out. I'm so sorry for any confusion!
Your Order Confirmation will not reflect the use of your promotional code. However, you can rest assured that the code has been successfully applied to this order, so you are all set!"
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this is my first birchbox so it's exciting if I get the US weekly box!
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Quote: Originally Posted by TippyAG /img/forum/go_quote.gif
That beauty protector oil seems intriguing... I'm curious about hair and face oils, but feel like my hair and skin gets oily enough without adding any more to it. But the bottle is very pretty! Much prettier than the pink and white color schemes for the other products.
Speaking of the Beauty Protector Oil.... I am currently very suspicious of Birchbox... Let me explain (in a spoiler since it is a lot of text):
SO, about 1 hour ago BB posted a hyperlink on FB with the teaser, "Our #1 bestselling brand just launched a new product -- and it works on ALL hair types." (My bolding). So, I go to the link and it is the BB store's product page for the Beauty Protector Oil. Now, I'm fully aware that this is a super new product and I even thought, "I wonder if anyone has even purchased this yet?" Personally, the first time I found out about this product was when someone in this thread linked us to the box pages. Yet.... IT ALREADY HAS TWO REVIEWS. It has two reviews from 3 days ago, which would theoretically mean that someone (or two someones) had to order it at least a week ago (considering shipping) to get it and review it immediately (with almost no time for true product testing). 1) I highly doubt this since the product is so new and it had not been promoted yet.
2) Check out the language of the first review (blonde, oily, straight): "If you're a fan of Beauty Protector's Detangler, Shampoo or Conditioner you will LOVE this oil. This stuff smells amazing and it keeps my hair shiny and frizz free through heat styling and crazy winter weather. After a couple uses, I can really feel my hair getting stronger. And it has the same amazing smell as their other products. I normally don't get hair oils because I have hair that tends to get oily but this works on everyone. My friend with thick curly hair loves it too. I would definitely recommend this product!"(My bolding)
-- Now, doesn't that sound a lot like Birchbox's social media team? It sounds exactly like the way they tease things, or explain things on their blog. And how likely is it that the first person to purchase and review this product would make sure to mention that this oil would work on everyone, even their friend (who also has access to this brand new product?).
3) The second review also makes sure to rave about the product, but it also has a directly opposite profile (wavy, fine, brunette). Thus, enforcing the idea that this oil "works on everyone." Very crafty and intentional, indeed.
So, basically, I am like 95% sure that Birchbox staffers padded this product page with the first two reviews. This might not seem like a big deal to anyone else, but I just found it to be really odd, kindof hilarious, yet also a little shady. Am I reading too much into this, or do these reviews seem sketchy to anyone else?
And it makes me wonder, if these are 'fake' reviews added by BB staff: do they do this all the time, with every product? How legit are their website reviews, really? I have frequently used their store reviews as a way to get an idea if a product will work for me or not, but now I feel that I can't really trust their review process.
That beauty protector oil seems intriguing... I'm curious about hair and face oils, but feel like my hair and skin gets oily enough without adding any more to it. But the bottle is very pretty! Much prettier than the pink and white color schemes for the other products.
Speaking of the Beauty Protector Oil.... I am currently very suspicious of Birchbox... Let me explain (in a spoiler since it is a lot of text):
SO, about 1 hour ago BB posted a hyperlink on FB with the teaser, "Our #1 bestselling brand just launched a new product -- and it works on ALL hair types." (My bolding). So, I go to the link and it is the BB store's product page for the Beauty Protector Oil. Now, I'm fully aware that this is a super new product and I even thought, "I wonder if anyone has even purchased this yet?" Personally, the first time I found out about this product was when someone in this thread linked us to the box pages. Yet.... IT ALREADY HAS TWO REVIEWS. It has two reviews from 3 days ago, which would theoretically mean that someone (or two someones) had to order it at least a week ago (considering shipping) to get it and review it immediately (with almost no time for true product testing). 1) I highly doubt this since the product is so new and it had not been promoted yet.
2) Check out the language of the first review (blonde, oily, straight): "If you're a fan of Beauty Protector's Detangler, Shampoo or Conditioner you will LOVE this oil. This stuff smells amazing and it keeps my hair shiny and frizz free through heat styling and crazy winter weather. After a couple uses, I can really feel my hair getting stronger. And it has the same amazing smell as their other products. I normally don't get hair oils because I have hair that tends to get oily but this works on everyone. My friend with thick curly hair loves it too. I would definitely recommend this product!"(My bolding)
-- Now, doesn't that sound a lot like Birchbox's social media team? It sounds exactly like the way they tease things, or explain things on their blog. And how likely is it that the first person to purchase and review this product would make sure to mention that this oil would work on everyone, even their friend (who also has access to this brand new product?).
3) The second review also makes sure to rave about the product, but it also has a directly opposite profile (wavy, fine, brunette). Thus, enforcing the idea that this oil "works on everyone." Very crafty and intentional, indeed.
So, basically, I am like 95% sure that Birchbox staffers padded this product page with the first two reviews. This might not seem like a big deal to anyone else, but I just found it to be really odd, kindof hilarious, yet also a little shady. Am I reading too much into this, or do these reviews seem sketchy to anyone else?
And it makes me wonder, if these are 'fake' reviews added by BB staff: do they do this all the time, with every product? How legit are their website reviews, really? I have frequently used their store reviews as a way to get an idea if a product will work for me or not, but now I feel that I can't really trust their review process.
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Quote: Originally Posted by jocedun /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Speaking of the Beauty Protector Oil.... I am currently very suspicious of Birchbox... Let me explain (in a spoiler since it is a lot of text):
SO, about 1 hour ago BB posted a hyperlink on FB with the teaser, "Our #1 bestselling brand just launched a new product -- and it works on ALL hair types." (My bolding). So, I go to the link and it is the BB store's product page for the Beauty Protector Oil. Now, I'm fully aware that this is a super new product and I even thought, "I wonder if anyone has even purchased this yet?" Personally, the first time I found out about this product was when someone in this thread linked us to the box pages. Yet.... IT ALREADY HAS TWO REVIEWS. It has two reviews from 3 days ago, which would theoretically mean that someone (or two someones) had to order it at least a week ago (considering shipping) to get it and review it immediately (with almost no time for true product testing). 1) I highly doubt this since the product is so new and it had not been promoted yet.
2) Check out the language of the first review (blonde, oily, straight): "If you're a fan of Beauty Protector's Detangler, Shampoo or Conditioner you will LOVE this oil. This stuff smells amazing and it keeps my hair shiny and frizz free through heat styling and crazy winter weather. After a couple uses, I can really feel my hair getting stronger. And it has the same amazing smell as their other products. I normally don't get hair oils because I have hair that tends to get oily but this works on everyone. My friend with thick curly hair loves it too. I would definitely recommend this product!"(My bolding)
-- Now, doesn't that sound a lot like Birchbox's social media team? It sounds exactly like the way they tease things, or explain things on their blog. And how likely is it that the first person to purchase and review this product would make sure to mention that this oil would work on everyone, even their friend (who also has access to this brand new product?).
3) The second review also makes sure to rave about the product, but it also has a directly opposite profile (wavy, fine, brunette). Thus, enforcing the idea that this oil "works on everyone." Very crafty and intentional, indeed.
So, basically, I am like 95% sure that Birchbox staffers padded this product page with the first two reviews. This might not seem like a big deal to anyone else, but I just found it to be really odd, kindof hilarious, yet also a little shady. Am I reading too much into this, or do these reviews seem sketchy to anyone else?
And it makes me wonder, if these are 'fake' reviews added by BB staff: do they do this all the time, with every product? How legit are their website reviews, really? I have frequently used their store reviews as a way to get an idea if a product will work for me or not, but now I feel that I can't really trust their review process.
In my year and a half of being a subscriber I have never once wrote a review of a product after I actually used it. I make up my reviews every single month and sometimes before I even receive my box. I don't consider the BB reviews to be all that helpful anyway since people write them based on a specific factor of their sample (too small, wrong color, etc.). It's the same with most sites that have product reviews so I don't think much of it.
Speaking of the Beauty Protector Oil.... I am currently very suspicious of Birchbox... Let me explain (in a spoiler since it is a lot of text):
SO, about 1 hour ago BB posted a hyperlink on FB with the teaser, "Our #1 bestselling brand just launched a new product -- and it works on ALL hair types." (My bolding). So, I go to the link and it is the BB store's product page for the Beauty Protector Oil. Now, I'm fully aware that this is a super new product and I even thought, "I wonder if anyone has even purchased this yet?" Personally, the first time I found out about this product was when someone in this thread linked us to the box pages. Yet.... IT ALREADY HAS TWO REVIEWS. It has two reviews from 3 days ago, which would theoretically mean that someone (or two someones) had to order it at least a week ago (considering shipping) to get it and review it immediately (with almost no time for true product testing). 1) I highly doubt this since the product is so new and it had not been promoted yet.
2) Check out the language of the first review (blonde, oily, straight): "If you're a fan of Beauty Protector's Detangler, Shampoo or Conditioner you will LOVE this oil. This stuff smells amazing and it keeps my hair shiny and frizz free through heat styling and crazy winter weather. After a couple uses, I can really feel my hair getting stronger. And it has the same amazing smell as their other products. I normally don't get hair oils because I have hair that tends to get oily but this works on everyone. My friend with thick curly hair loves it too. I would definitely recommend this product!"(My bolding)
-- Now, doesn't that sound a lot like Birchbox's social media team? It sounds exactly like the way they tease things, or explain things on their blog. And how likely is it that the first person to purchase and review this product would make sure to mention that this oil would work on everyone, even their friend (who also has access to this brand new product?).
3) The second review also makes sure to rave about the product, but it also has a directly opposite profile (wavy, fine, brunette). Thus, enforcing the idea that this oil "works on everyone." Very crafty and intentional, indeed.
So, basically, I am like 95% sure that Birchbox staffers padded this product page with the first two reviews. This might not seem like a big deal to anyone else, but I just found it to be really odd, kindof hilarious, yet also a little shady. Am I reading too much into this, or do these reviews seem sketchy to anyone else?
And it makes me wonder, if these are 'fake' reviews added by BB staff: do they do this all the time, with every product? How legit are their website reviews, really? I have frequently used their store reviews as a way to get an idea if a product will work for me or not, but now I feel that I can't really trust their review process.
In my year and a half of being a subscriber I have never once wrote a review of a product after I actually used it. I make up my reviews every single month and sometimes before I even receive my box. I don't consider the BB reviews to be all that helpful anyway since people write them based on a specific factor of their sample (too small, wrong color, etc.). It's the same with most sites that have product reviews so I don't think much of it.
Quote: Originally Posted by jocedun /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Speaking of the Beauty Protector Oil.... I am currently very suspicious of Birchbox... Let me explain (in a spoiler since it is a lot of text):
SO, about 1 hour ago BB posted a hyperlink on FB with the teaser, "Our #1 bestselling brand just launched a new product -- and it works on ALL hair types." (My bolding). So, I go to the link and it is the BB store's product page for the Beauty Protector Oil. Now, I'm fully aware that this is a super new product and I even thought, "I wonder if anyone has even purchased this yet?" Personally, the first time I found out about this product was when someone in this thread linked us to the box pages. Yet.... IT ALREADY HAS TWO REVIEWS. It has two reviews from 3 days ago, which would theoretically mean that someone (or two someones) had to order it at least a week ago (considering shipping) to get it and review it immediately (with almost no time for true product testing). 1) I highly doubt this since the product is so new and it had not been promoted yet.
2) Check out the language of the first review (blonde, oily, straight): "If you're a fan of Beauty Protector's Detangler, Shampoo or Conditioner you will LOVE this oil. This stuff smells amazing and it keeps my hair shiny and frizz free through heat styling and crazy winter weather. After a couple uses, I can really feel my hair getting stronger. And it has the same amazing smell as their other products. I normally don't get hair oils because I have hair that tends to get oily but this works on everyone. My friend with thick curly hair loves it too. I would definitely recommend this product!"(My bolding)
-- Now, doesn't that sound a lot like Birchbox's social media team? It sounds exactly like the way they tease things, or explain things on their blog. And how likely is it that the first person to purchase and review this product would make sure to mention that this oil would work on everyone, even their friend (who also has access to this brand new product?).
3) The second review also makes sure to rave about the product, but it also has a directly opposite profile (wavy, fine, brunette). Thus, enforcing the idea that this oil "works on everyone." Very crafty and intentional, indeed.
So, basically, I am like 95% sure that Birchbox staffers padded this product page with the first two reviews. This might not seem like a big deal to anyone else, but I just found it to be really odd, kindof hilarious, yet also a little shady. Am I reading too much into this, or do these reviews seem sketchy to anyone else?
And it makes me wonder, if these are 'fake' reviews added by BB staff: do they do this all the time, with every product? How legit are their website reviews, really? I have frequently used their store reviews as a way to get an idea if a product will work for me or not, but now I feel that I can't really trust their review process.
It's not uncommon for companies to do this. I've been on quite a few websites that the first few reviews are labeled as "staffer" or something to that effect. Granted if those reviews WERE written by BB staffers, it would have been nice for them to at least label them as such. I'm sure they just think it's not a big deal. They most likely give products to their staff to test out so that they can better help customers, and in turn, invite them to leave reviews. Maybe they think that if people see it's a staff review, they won't take it seriously? I have no idea, but I do know that it's a very common practice, although I think it would look less shady if they just had "Staffer" next to their names or something.
Also, we all knew that the Beauty Protector Oil was going to be in the boxes before they announced it, as I already had it on my wishlist. It's possible that some BB subscribers have already tested it outside of getting a sample in their BB and reviewed it?
As someone else said, I honestly wouldn't put too much stock into the BB reviews. Especially if the item was offered as a sample in boxes. I only lightly test a product before leaving a BB review, and there are times where I change my mind for better or worse once I've had it for a while. Most people just leave reviews on their first impression of the product. I'm not saying there aren't reviews that are legitimate, but I wouldn't base my decision on a product on the BB reviews alone.
Speaking of the Beauty Protector Oil.... I am currently very suspicious of Birchbox... Let me explain (in a spoiler since it is a lot of text):
SO, about 1 hour ago BB posted a hyperlink on FB with the teaser, "Our #1 bestselling brand just launched a new product -- and it works on ALL hair types." (My bolding). So, I go to the link and it is the BB store's product page for the Beauty Protector Oil. Now, I'm fully aware that this is a super new product and I even thought, "I wonder if anyone has even purchased this yet?" Personally, the first time I found out about this product was when someone in this thread linked us to the box pages. Yet.... IT ALREADY HAS TWO REVIEWS. It has two reviews from 3 days ago, which would theoretically mean that someone (or two someones) had to order it at least a week ago (considering shipping) to get it and review it immediately (with almost no time for true product testing). 1) I highly doubt this since the product is so new and it had not been promoted yet.
2) Check out the language of the first review (blonde, oily, straight): "If you're a fan of Beauty Protector's Detangler, Shampoo or Conditioner you will LOVE this oil. This stuff smells amazing and it keeps my hair shiny and frizz free through heat styling and crazy winter weather. After a couple uses, I can really feel my hair getting stronger. And it has the same amazing smell as their other products. I normally don't get hair oils because I have hair that tends to get oily but this works on everyone. My friend with thick curly hair loves it too. I would definitely recommend this product!"(My bolding)
-- Now, doesn't that sound a lot like Birchbox's social media team? It sounds exactly like the way they tease things, or explain things on their blog. And how likely is it that the first person to purchase and review this product would make sure to mention that this oil would work on everyone, even their friend (who also has access to this brand new product?).
3) The second review also makes sure to rave about the product, but it also has a directly opposite profile (wavy, fine, brunette). Thus, enforcing the idea that this oil "works on everyone." Very crafty and intentional, indeed.
So, basically, I am like 95% sure that Birchbox staffers padded this product page with the first two reviews. This might not seem like a big deal to anyone else, but I just found it to be really odd, kindof hilarious, yet also a little shady. Am I reading too much into this, or do these reviews seem sketchy to anyone else?
And it makes me wonder, if these are 'fake' reviews added by BB staff: do they do this all the time, with every product? How legit are their website reviews, really? I have frequently used their store reviews as a way to get an idea if a product will work for me or not, but now I feel that I can't really trust their review process.
It's not uncommon for companies to do this. I've been on quite a few websites that the first few reviews are labeled as "staffer" or something to that effect. Granted if those reviews WERE written by BB staffers, it would have been nice for them to at least label them as such. I'm sure they just think it's not a big deal. They most likely give products to their staff to test out so that they can better help customers, and in turn, invite them to leave reviews. Maybe they think that if people see it's a staff review, they won't take it seriously? I have no idea, but I do know that it's a very common practice, although I think it would look less shady if they just had "Staffer" next to their names or something.
Also, we all knew that the Beauty Protector Oil was going to be in the boxes before they announced it, as I already had it on my wishlist. It's possible that some BB subscribers have already tested it outside of getting a sample in their BB and reviewed it?
As someone else said, I honestly wouldn't put too much stock into the BB reviews. Especially if the item was offered as a sample in boxes. I only lightly test a product before leaving a BB review, and there are times where I change my mind for better or worse once I've had it for a while. Most people just leave reviews on their first impression of the product. I'm not saying there aren't reviews that are legitimate, but I wouldn't base my decision on a product on the BB reviews alone.
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Originally Posted by Lolo22 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
In my year and a half of being a subscriber I have never once wrote a review of a product after I actually used it. I make up my reviews every single month and sometimes before I even receive my box. I don't consider the BB reviews to be all that helpful anyway since people write them based on a specific factor of their sample (too small, wrong color, etc.). It's the same with most sites that have product reviews so I don't think much of it.
What's the point in making up the review when you can just leave that portion blank? :-/
I always put thought into the review, if I bother to write one. I guess I just assumed other people did the same.
If I haven't received my box yet, or if I don't really have anything to say about the product, I just leave it blank.
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It's not uncommon for companies to do this. I've been on quite a few websites that the first few reviews are labeled as "staffer" or something to that effect. Granted if those reviews WERE written by BB staffers, it would have been nice for them to at least label them as such. I'm sure they just think it's not a big deal. They most likely give products to their staff to test out so that they can better help customers, and in turn, invite them to leave reviews. Maybe they think that if people see it's a staff review, they won't take it seriously? I have no idea, but I do know that it's a very common practice, although I think it would look less shady if they just had "Staffer" next to their names or something.
Also, we all knew that the Beauty Protector Oil was going to be in the boxes before they announced it, as I already had it on my wishlist. It's possible that some BB subscribers have already tested it outside of getting a sample in their BB and reviewed it?
As someone else said, I honestly wouldn't put too much stock into the BB reviews. Especially if the item was offered as a sample in boxes. I only lightly test a product before leaving a BB review, and there are times where I change my mind for better or worse once I've had it for a while. Most people just leave reviews on their first impression of the product. I'm not saying there aren't reviews that are legitimate, but I wouldn't base my decision on a product on the BB reviews alone.
I would never buy/not buy a product based on BB reviews alone, but I definitely use them to find out if a product smells good, if a lot of people with sensitive skin are having reactions to it, or if it is going to pill off of my face (ex: benta berry moisturizer). I can't imagine that I'm the only one who puts a relative amount of trust into the reviews, especially amongst non-MUT women. But again, maybe that was my mistake.
I think your point about having a "staffer" marking next to their name would be very helpful. I'm not even saying that staffers aren't reliable. In fact, they might be more reliable reviewers since they actually test the product, discuss it with other people, and then write their reviews. But it also has the potential to be padding the reviews to sell more product (ex: EM by Michelle Phan).
Originally Posted by Lolo22 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
In my year and a half of being a subscriber I have never once wrote a review of a product after I actually used it. I make up my reviews every single month and sometimes before I even receive my box. I don't consider the BB reviews to be all that helpful anyway since people write them based on a specific factor of their sample (too small, wrong color, etc.). It's the same with most sites that have product reviews so I don't think much of it.
What's the point in making up the review when you can just leave that portion blank? :-/
I always put thought into the review, if I bother to write one. I guess I just assumed other people did the same.
Quote: Originally Posted by MissJexie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
It's not uncommon for companies to do this. I've been on quite a few websites that the first few reviews are labeled as "staffer" or something to that effect. Granted if those reviews WERE written by BB staffers, it would have been nice for them to at least label them as such. I'm sure they just think it's not a big deal. They most likely give products to their staff to test out so that they can better help customers, and in turn, invite them to leave reviews. Maybe they think that if people see it's a staff review, they won't take it seriously? I have no idea, but I do know that it's a very common practice, although I think it would look less shady if they just had "Staffer" next to their names or something.
Also, we all knew that the Beauty Protector Oil was going to be in the boxes before they announced it, as I already had it on my wishlist. It's possible that some BB subscribers have already tested it outside of getting a sample in their BB and reviewed it?
As someone else said, I honestly wouldn't put too much stock into the BB reviews. Especially if the item was offered as a sample in boxes. I only lightly test a product before leaving a BB review, and there are times where I change my mind for better or worse once I've had it for a while. Most people just leave reviews on their first impression of the product. I'm not saying there aren't reviews that are legitimate, but I wouldn't base my decision on a product on the BB reviews alone.
I would never buy/not buy a product based on BB reviews alone, but I definitely use them to find out if a product smells good, if a lot of people with sensitive skin are having reactions to it, or if it is going to pill off of my face (ex: benta berry moisturizer). I can't imagine that I'm the only one who puts a relative amount of trust into the reviews, especially amongst non-MUT women. But again, maybe that was my mistake.
I think your point about having a "staffer" marking next to their name would be very helpful. I'm not even saying that staffers aren't reliable. In fact, they might be more reliable reviewers since they actually test the product, discuss it with other people, and then write their reviews. But it also has the potential to be padding the reviews to sell more product (ex: EM by Michelle Phan).
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What's the point in making up the review when you can just leave that portion blank? :-/
I always put thought into the review, if I bother to write one. I guess I just assumed other people did the same.
If I haven't received my box yet, or if I don't really have anything to say about the product, I just leave it blank.
I would never buy/not buy a product based on BB reviews alone, but I definitely use them to find out if a product smells good, if a lot of people with sensitive skin are having reactions to it, or if it is going to pill off of my face (ex: benta berry moisturizer). I can't imagine that I'm the only one who puts a relative amount of trust into the reviews, especially amongst non-MUT women.
Oh definitely! I'm just saying that it's common for people to just leave reviews based on very basic knowledge of the product. As I said, I tend to just leave them after first impressions. As someone said above, I didn't even know it wasn't a requirement to leave a written review in order to get the points until recently, and I'm sure many others don't know either, which is why you find the "I didn't like this" reviews every now and then lol
What's the point in making up the review when you can just leave that portion blank? :-/
I always put thought into the review, if I bother to write one. I guess I just assumed other people did the same.
I would never buy/not buy a product based on BB reviews alone, but I definitely use them to find out if a product smells good, if a lot of people with sensitive skin are having reactions to it, or if it is going to pill off of my face (ex: benta berry moisturizer). I can't imagine that I'm the only one who puts a relative amount of trust into the reviews, especially amongst non-MUT women.
Oh definitely! I'm just saying that it's common for people to just leave reviews based on very basic knowledge of the product. As I said, I tend to just leave them after first impressions. As someone said above, I didn't even know it wasn't a requirement to leave a written review in order to get the points until recently, and I'm sure many others don't know either, which is why you find the "I didn't like this" reviews every now and then lol
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Up until a few months ago I didn't even know you didn't have to leave a text review to get your points. I'd get my box, skim the contents and go leave feedback so I wouldn't forget!
Quote: Originally Posted by jocedun /img/forum/go_quote.gif
What's the point in making up the review when you can just leave that portion blank? :-/
I always put thought into the review, if I bother to write one. I guess I just assumed other people did the same.
If I haven't received my box yet, or if I don't really have anything to say about the product, I just leave it blank.
LOL, ok, well I just learned this today! I always saw the "must be a minimum of 50 characters" thing and just assumed it was required. I actually just logged in and tested it and you're right, it's not required! Doh, silly me!
Up until a few months ago I didn't even know you didn't have to leave a text review to get your points. I'd get my box, skim the contents and go leave feedback so I wouldn't forget!
Quote: Originally Posted by jocedun /img/forum/go_quote.gif
What's the point in making up the review when you can just leave that portion blank? :-/
I always put thought into the review, if I bother to write one. I guess I just assumed other people did the same.
LOL, ok, well I just learned this today! I always saw the "must be a minimum of 50 characters" thing and just assumed it was required. I actually just logged in and tested it and you're right, it's not required! Doh, silly me!
