Birchbox February 2014 (SPOILERS)
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Quote: Originally Posted by jocedun /img/forum/go_quote.gif
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.
If you look at the product page, under "Related Content" there is a link to a bunch of Birchblogger Reviews (with the bloggers names and blogs) for the new oil. They must have sent out a bunch as a preview, so that could be where the reviews are coming from.
http://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/10-birchbloggers-review-beauty-protectors-brand-new-protect-oil
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.
If you look at the product page, under "Related Content" there is a link to a bunch of Birchblogger Reviews (with the bloggers names and blogs) for the new oil. They must have sent out a bunch as a preview, so that could be where the reviews are coming from.
http://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/10-birchbloggers-review-beauty-protectors-brand-new-protect-oil
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Quote: Originally Posted by alisong /img/forum/go_quote.gif
If you look at the product page, under "Related Content" there is a link to a bunch of Birchblogger Reviews (with the bloggers names and blogs) for the new oil. They must have sent out a bunch as a preview, so that could be where the reviews are coming from.
http://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/10-birchbloggers-review-beauty-protectors-brand-new-protect-oil
That's very true! Some of those blogger reviews even sound similar to what is said in the BB reviews, which might be why those reviews felt so polished and initially very sketchy (to me). This makes me feel a lot better to know that they might be real testimonials!
If you look at the product page, under "Related Content" there is a link to a bunch of Birchblogger Reviews (with the bloggers names and blogs) for the new oil. They must have sent out a bunch as a preview, so that could be where the reviews are coming from.
http://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/10-birchbloggers-review-beauty-protectors-brand-new-protect-oil
That's very true! Some of those blogger reviews even sound similar to what is said in the BB reviews, which might be why those reviews felt so polished and initially very sketchy (to me). This makes me feel a lot better to know that they might be real testimonials!
Thanks for the tip ladies! I also didn't know until reading this that you could leave a review without putting any text in that box. I would usually try out a product at least once before writing a review, but occasionally if I didn't have time to use it I would just make something up, because I too assumed that a text review was required. I'm glad to know that as I'm sure people looking for real reviews get annoyed reading posts like "this was not a good color for me so I gave it to my sister" or "I don't drink tea so I gave it to a friend" which is what I do when I'm not gonna use a sample LOL 
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Quote: Originally Posted by alisong /img/forum/go_quote.gif
If you look at the product page, under "Related Content" there is a link to a bunch of Birchblogger Reviews (with the bloggers names and blogs) for the new oil. They must have sent out a bunch as a preview, so that could be where the reviews are coming from.
http://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/10-birchbloggers-review-beauty-protectors-brand-new-protect-oil
Almost just wrote out the exact same thing! Haha
If you look at the product page, under "Related Content" there is a link to a bunch of Birchblogger Reviews (with the bloggers names and blogs) for the new oil. They must have sent out a bunch as a preview, so that could be where the reviews are coming from.
http://www.birchbox.com/magazine/article/10-birchbloggers-review-beauty-protectors-brand-new-protect-oil
Almost just wrote out the exact same thing! Haha
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elizabethrose
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Only somewhat related: Whenever I see someone say "BP Oil" I momentarily forget that I'm reading MUT and am wondering how I was transferred into a vortex where I'm reading about British Petroleum.
lovepink
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I never type in the text box when doing my reviews! I always just use the drop down menus. I am happy they finally added on the drop down menus a "have not tried sample yet."
The one time I took time and wrote a long thoughtful review Birchbox never posted it.
The one time I took time and wrote a long thoughtful review Birchbox never posted it.
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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.
Honestly I don't pay the reviews any mind, unless I'm really hard up for some feedback on a product and can't find anything about it on any blogs. Normally I just use my experience, and feedback from users around here.
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.
Honestly I don't pay the reviews any mind, unless I'm really hard up for some feedback on a product and can't find anything about it on any blogs. Normally I just use my experience, and feedback from users around here.
I asked this last month but haven't seen anyone pop up with this month's again: birchbox plus emails anyone? i wanna keep an eye out to see if they drop the beta
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Quote: Originally Posted by barbyechick /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I asked this last month but haven't seen anyone pop up with this month's again: birchbox plus emails anyone? i wanna keep an eye out to see if they drop the beta
I haven't gotten any! Then again I never got any emails about them to begin with bahahah.
I asked this last month but haven't seen anyone pop up with this month's again: birchbox plus emails anyone? i wanna keep an eye out to see if they drop the beta
I haven't gotten any! Then again I never got any emails about them to begin with bahahah.
I know a lot of BB subscribers were looking to buy the Coastal Scents Revealed palette, so I thought I'd put this here: Coastal Scents has a deal for Valentines Day called the "Sweetheart Collection" where you can get the Revealed palette, a 10 shade blush palette, liquid liner, pink kabuki brush and a 7 piece brush set with case for $24.95, which is about $10 cheaper than the Revealed palette and brush set Birchbox has right now.
http://www.coastalscents.com/sweetheart-collection-1.html
http://www.coastalscents.com/sweetheart-collection-1.html
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No emails for this yet that I've heard.
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Just signed up a second sub, sigh.. lol. It says shipping February 10th 2014 /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
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Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I haven't gotten any! Then again I never got any emails about them to begin with bahahah.
I don't get any e-mails from them either….I can't remember the last time I got a "special code" e-mail.
I haven't gotten any! Then again I never got any emails about them to begin with bahahah.
I don't get any e-mails from them either….I can't remember the last time I got a "special code" e-mail.
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I did too! How do you see the shipping date?Just signed up a second sub, sigh.. lol. It says shipping February 10th 2014
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Harvey Prince is having their annual sale until 1/31. 40% off most things on their site including samples. I know several girls liked the journey scents they received last month. ANNUAL40 is the code.
even their sample roller balls are 40% off, i noticed - so that makes them like 7 bucks. I thought about getting eau de creme but i'm also in love with journey right now.
Harvey Prince is having their annual sale until 1/31. 40% off most things on their site including samples. I know several girls liked the journey scents they received last month. ANNUAL40 is the code.
even their sample roller balls are 40% off, i noticed - so that makes them like 7 bucks. I thought about getting eau de creme but i'm also in love with journey right now.
