Birchbox February 2014 (SPOILERS)

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I am getting 3 boxes this month, and I really hope I don't get the Beauty Protector oil. I am probably the only person alive who can't stand how it smells. When I got the spray, shampoo, and conditioner, I had to quarantine it far away from me and my stuff. I bet I will end up with 3 of the oils. 
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Quote: Originally Posted by BlackMagicRose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am getting 3 boxes this month, and I really hope I don't get the Beauty Protector oil. I am probably the only person alive who can't stand how it smells. When I got the spray, shampoo, and conditioner, I had to quarantine it far away from me and my stuff. I bet I will end up with 3 of the oils. 
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LOL I just recently received my very first Beauty Protector product (the Protect and Detangle)... and haha I don't like the smell at all. I was expecting it to smell amazing based on all the reviews. But unfortunately, the scent is not for me. XD I'm definitely hoping that I don't get the Beauty Protector Oil either. I am getting two boxes though, so it's highly possible seeing as how so many of the box variations include it this month. 

 
I feel like the shampoo and conditioner smell super intense!

I am getting 3 boxes this month, and I really hope I don't get the Beauty Protector oil. I am probably the only person alive who can't stand how it smells. When I got the spray, shampoo, and conditioner, I had to quarantine it far away from me and my stuff. I bet I will end up with 3 of the oils. :icon_eek:
 
Quote: Originally Posted by usofjessamerica /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I feel like the shampoo and conditioner smell super intense!

Agreed. I think the spray is just fine but the shampoo and conditioner were too much.

 
I thought the opposite! I think the spray is way stronger than the shampoo and conditioner. I don't notice the scent as much with the latter.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by ikecarus /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  LOL I just recently received my very first Beauty Protector product (the Protect and Detangle)... and haha I don't like the smell at all. I was expecting it to smell amazing based on all the reviews. But unfortunately, the scent is not for me. XD I'm definitely hoping that I don't get the Beauty Protector Oil either. I am getting two boxes though, so it's highly possible seeing as how so many of the box variations include it this month. 

You're definitely not alone
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! I'm one of those crazy people who isn't into smelling like food (the gourmand scent trend needs to eventually simmer right?!) So I was relieved when none of the BP products impressed me no cotton candy hair for me, I would have been conflicted! 

 
so, as it is now February, would it be too late for me to change my profile any?

I ask because I'm noticing the "Half up" item in some boxes...my hair is razored short in the back, so I was like "Oh, I probably won't get that." But then I realize I probably haven't touched my profile since I first signed up like two years ago, (I haven't been a subscriber for most of the last year) and my hair was actually long then.

 
Thoughts so far, based on what's been uploaded:

I don't want any of the hair products. I already own more than I will ever get through (oil, shampoo, conditioner, and treatments), and I typically dye my hair once a month, cut it once a month, and my daily routine is shampoo-condition-dry. Sometimes I use heat protectant, sometimes not. I only have so much hair anyways (assymetrical bob)

BUT I'd be willing to try the Beauty Protector oil. I've never tried any of their products,but they seem to get good reviews

Harvey Prince, I would not be jumping up and down, but I wouldn't be sad. I like some of his perfume. Can't remember if I've gotten this one before.

Mascara-no thank you.

Body butter-ehh. I would definitely use the Whish, just because I've heard good things.

Ruby Wing-Yes please! I haven't subscribed the entire time they've had this brand, even though I have a ridiculous amount of nail polish, I really want to try this!

Color Club-maybe. I just reduced/reorganized my collection, I feel like it would probably be too similiar to a preexisting shade (I own a lot of glitter.) I did just get this beautiful dark blue shimmery one from them that I love though!

W3LL people-It would definitely get used. I love the idea of having more natural stuff in my collection. It's just, I already have a whole (Glossybox) box full of blush/highlighters.

Tea-No thanks! but I know someone has to get it..

Cynthia Rowley-I reallllly want that eyeshadow palette, but I bought Naked 3 and I know that I don't need both. I want to try SOMETHING from her, I really do, but black eyeliner just isn't going to cut it. I probably have three at the moment. & I don't even normally wear black! 

Bar soap?! yawn.

Paula's Choice Serum-got this from some other sub and haven't even tried it yet. Lots of serums lately. & I try to care about anti-aging stuff, but I'm 22! (same goes for the "Truffle serum," I have too many to use up!)

Reviver Dry deodorant swipe-would get used at some point, but very unexciting. Like the time I got the "fashion tape" in my BB that has yet to be used, to this day.

CS Revealed palette-I'd take it. Good travel size. I want the full size, but again, probably have something just like it.

Anything Caudalie-I'll take it. I've used the cleansing water before and it was just ok. It did a good job of removing makeup, but so do almost any wipes (I like Simple & Yes to...) I would like to try the foaming cleanser. That seems to be a new trend, I'd compare it to others I've recently tried.

Dr Brandt-sounds interesting. I've never noticed any difference in products that claim to reduce pores, in the past.

Dry conditioner-I only heard of this a few days ago, in one of the BB posts. I'd definitely try, I've only recently managed to find dry shampoos that actually make my hair look decent. AKA not a hot oily mess only 24 hours after washing.

All the Benefit products-yep, they'll get used. They don't super excite me, but I love Benefit.

Please no Coola tinted moisturizer...I am VERY pale. I got this in a trade once, it ended up exploding or something in travel, but it was sooo far off from my skin color.

Strivectin-yeah, that would probably be put up on Ebay, just because it seems to be a big ticket item. and I'm 22. and I have more skin care products than I know what to do with.
Oh, and on the topic of Whish...I did receive a small jar of their shaving cream before (like the kind a scrub comes in, where you just scoop product out with your fingers), and I guess my plan was to save it for when I went on a trip or something and only needed a sample size amount. but when I got around to using it, it seemed dried out or past it's prime...maybe they use less preservatives or something. Anyways, I was wondering if anyone had experienced this with any of their other products?

 
I'm hoping that I get the color stick.  And that I do *not* get mascara or liquid liner.  This is an every-month thing:  I don't use either.  Neither of them works in my life (my eyelids hate mascara, my hands are too unsteady to be able to handle liquid liner).  Birchbox *loves* to send me mascara, though, so I have to assume I'll be getting it.  Skincare:  Unless they're sending out oil (either cleansing or facial), I'm not interested right now.  Oils work the best for me this time of year.  Oddly, I'm not sure I really care enough to even go look at what's being sent out this month.  Maybe it's my low-buy kicking in, but I kind of feel like whatever I get is whatever I get, and I'll just wait until my box loads before I start really paying attention, and even then, it will mainly be to see what's in the boxes so I can check out what has free shipping.

As a side note, I used the Beauty Protector shampoo, conditioner, and spray tonight.  My black kitty tried to eat my hair.  Multiple times.  I told my aunt that he only cultivates an air of stupidity so he can be underestimated and get away with being a sneaky, conniving little shit, but now I'm not so sure it's merely an act.  Maybe his intelligence comes and goes like mood swings.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by Rachel S /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
It probably just hasn't updated to Birchbox that it arrived. Although, I would still think it should show the contents of your box?

What do you see when you go to this link: https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1 ?
It says "You're first box is shipping soon." But when I go to the account info, it shows the tracking number and that it has been delivered.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I'm hoping that I get the color stick.  And that I do *not* get mascara or liquid liner.  This is an every-month thing:  I don't use either.  Neither of them works in my life (my eyelids hate mascara, my hands are too unsteady to be able to handle liquid liner).  Birchbox *loves* to send me mascara, though, so I have to assume I'll be getting it.  Skincare:  Unless they're sending out oil (either cleansing or facial), I'm not interested right now.  Oils work the best for me this time of year.  Oddly, I'm not sure I really care enough to even go look at what's being sent out this month.  Maybe it's my low-buy kicking in, but I kind of feel like whatever I get is whatever I get, and I'll just wait until my box loads before I start really paying attention, and even then, it will mainly be to see what's in the boxes so I can check out what has free shipping.

As a side note, I used the Beauty Protector shampoo, conditioner, and spray tonight.  My black kitty tried to eat my hair.  Multiple times.  I told my aunt that he only cultivates an air of stupidity so he can be underestimated and get away with being a sneaky, conniving little shit, but now I'm not so sure it's merely an act.  Maybe his intelligence comes and goes like mood swings.

I actually feel the same way about checking the boxes this month.  I don't "need" anything, I've been very happy with my boxes these past few months, so there's no point in going through and making a wishlist if I'm just going to make myself sad that I don't get one specific item!  And I think it is because of my low-buy and my recent stash re-organization - but I always love discovering new stuff through BB, so no chance of my cancelling!

 
I went through the box links and I realize that most of the boxes only have a couple of items posted, but I was a little surprised that there are so many recycled products. I guess I thought that with the US Weekly promo that there would be more new items. Some of the boxes loaded have 5 items loaded and they are all items that have been offered before. I just wonder if new subbers aren't going to be disappointed when they don't receive what's in that photo that was shown in the promo.

 
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I went through the box links and I realize that most of the boxes only have a couple of items posted, but I was a little surprised that there are so many recycled products. I guess I thought that with the US Weekly promo that there would be more new items. Some of the boxes loaded have 5 items loaded and they are all items that have been offered before. I just wonder if new subbers aren't going to be disappointed when they don't receive what's in that photo that was shown in the promo.
From the pictures I could find, the only items I see that aren't already present in any boxes is that hot pink OPI polish, and something from Miracle Skin...probably that BB cream they've already sent out in a few subs (maybe Birchbox too, I haven't been subbed for a while)

I'm still holding out for some new, exciting products!

Also, I'd like to point out "Ohh, they have Smashbox this month!" But it's BLACK MASCARA. Why. I would probably be excited about anything else.

ETA: So from looking up some of the promo picks, I see that the W3LL people color stick is not going to be a stick, but a little pot. Idk how I feel about that now. 

 
Quote: Originally Posted by dawn767 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  It says "You're first box is shipping soon." But when I go to the account info, it shows the tracking number and that it has been delivered.

In that case I would email them as others suggested. I can't remember how long my first box took to show up but better to just get it taken care of than wait, I'd say. You have the whole month to do your reviews though don't worry :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Good luck!

And how did you like your first Birchbox??

 
Quote: Originally Posted by Lorenk /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  so, as it is now February, would it be too late for me to change my profile any?

I ask because I'm noticing the "Half up" item in some boxes...my hair is razored short in the back, so I was like "Oh, I probably won't get that." But then I realize I probably haven't touched my profile since I first signed up like two years ago, (I haven't been a subscriber for most of the last year) and my hair was actually long then.

It's worth a shot! They probably do have them all set by now but you might as well change it anyway for the future. If you get that maybe someone else who didn't would want to trade :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

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

I went through the box links and I realize that most of the boxes only have a couple of items posted, but I was a little surprised that there are so many recycled products. I guess I thought that with the US Weekly promo that there would be more new items. Some of the boxes loaded have 5 items loaded and they are all items that have been offered before. I just wonder if new subbers aren't going to be disappointed when they don't receive what's in that photo that was shown in the promo.

I know what you mean, I was expecting nearly every box to be full of "new" items? But on the plus side, I've only been subscribing since September so there are still a ton of things I haven't sampled yet. I think I'll be happy either way, but slightly disappointed if I don't get at least 2 of the pictured items on the Us Weekly promotion image.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  And that I do *not* get mascara or liquid liner.  This is an every-month thing:  I don't use either.  Neither of them works in my life (my eyelids hate mascara, my hands are too unsteady to be able to handle liquid liner).  Birchbox *loves* to send me mascara, though, so I have to assume I'll be getting it.  
Birchbox must be sending all the eyeliner and mascara to the wrong Meghan/Meagan!  I want ALL THE MASCARAS!  :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Also: My billing error is also gone and my account was charged this am.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by lsarao /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Boxes are semi-populated up to #58 now! My fingers are crossed for

Benefit It's Potent! Eye Cream
I've been dying to try it! 

It is just ok imo

 

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