Birchbox February 2014 (SPOILERS)

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Quote: Originally Posted by Charity1217 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I'm surprised you were only able to get one use from the Fake Up.  I received it as a sample from Birchbox a few months ago and I was able to get almost 3 weeks worth of it (using it every day on both under my eye and my lids).
I've discovered that most under-eye things can go a long way, because they really require so *little* product. I have a Peter Thomas Roth eye treatment that I've been working on for like a year because it only required a dab, and I've barely made a dent in it. That's one reason I reserved my judgment on the fake up sample - the peelie on the other hand just looks terrible.

 
I'm surprised you were only able to get one use from the Fake Up.  I received it as a sample from Birchbox a few months ago and I was able to get almost 3 weeks worth of it (using it every day on both under my eye and my lids).
Yes, there was only a very thin layer on the push up part. It surprised me too. I have never ever had so little of a sample before. Didn't leave much to sample. I was so disappointed in it all and I've just decided to cancel my box and then I don't have to worry about it anymore. The samples BBB gives you aren't worth the cost of the box they put them in. There are so many better boxes out there to try and this will give me funds to maybe try Petit Vour which has awesome products in it! M
 
Here's a high quality picture of the fake up sample - have most of them been about that size twisted all the way?



 
Quote: Originally Posted by meganbernadette /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  @kawaiimeows yup, I got that size in my October box and its lasted me 2 months so far. It doesn't look like a lot, but you only need one very light swipe and then you rub it in. It's not a bad sample
Seems decent enough. I might buy a sample on ebay to try out because I need something for my dark circles. the Peter Thomas Roth eye treatment does a good job at decreasing puffiness, but I haven't found anything that looks natural and gets rid of the dark circles. I got Benefit Ooh La Lift with points last year and didn't notice any difference.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Seems decent enough. I might buy a sample on ebay to try out because I need something for my dark circles. the Peter Thomas Roth eye treatment does a good job at decreasing puffiness, but I haven't found anything that looks natural and gets rid of the dark circles. I got Benefit Ooh La Lift with points last year and didn't notice any difference.
Dark circles seems to be the hardest thing to tackle. I've been focusing more on concealers than creams because of that. However, I think I have more trouble with puffiness (from being a worry wort and night owl). So, I LOVED the 100% Pure Coffee Bean Eye Cream from last month. Glad I was able to trade for it. I already placed a full size order using my points. It is now my favorite eye cream, even above my Ahava and Michael Todd.

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


If you are going the full size route then check hsn because they have this set that seems to be a pretty great deal
http://www.hsn.com/products/benefit-fake-up-concealer-and-a-lister-lip-gloss/7183636?variant=7183637

This is perfect! Thanks!

Quote: Originally Posted by Heather Hicks /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Dark circles seems to be the hardest thing to tackle. I've been focusing more on concealers than creams because of that. However, I think I have more trouble with puffiness (from being a worry wort and night owl). So, I LOVED the 100% Pure Coffee Bean Eye Cream from last month. Glad I was able to trade for it. I already placed a full size order using my points. It is now my favorite eye cream, even above my Ahava and Michael Todd.
Ahhhhh I was wondering what the 100% Pure Coffee Bean eye cream was like! I'm glad someone who is a worry wort and night owl like me likes it. I may have to check out the trade threads and see if anyone is still trying to get rid of it.

 
Does anyone know what size the Paula's Choice serum is? I'm hoping it's not a foil packet. Or if all the Whish lotions are pomagranet?

 
Does anyone know what the full size Fake Up looks like when it's twisted all the way up? The sample looks small, but really does last a long time (I still have mine from October and I use it a few times a week.) I just want to see how much comes in a tube and most reviews on the product don't show the entire thing twisted up. I can look at the actual amount (.12oz) but I'm a much more visual person. I'd run to a Sephora or something but I don't have any close by.

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

Does anyone know what size the Paula's Choice serum is? I'm hoping it's not a foil packet. Or if all the Whish lotions are pomagranet?
paulaschoice_serum_swp_900x900.jpg
 

It's like a little tube about the size of my pinky. Lasts a long time though!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by MissJexie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Does anyone know what the full size Fake Up looks like when it's twisted all the way up? The sample looks small, but really does last a long time (I still have mine from October and I use it a few times a week.) I just want to see how much comes in a tube and most reviews on the product don't show the entire thing twisted up. I can look at the actual amount (.12oz) but I'm a much more visual person. I'd run to a Sephora or something but I don't have any close by.
I scrolled down google images and this was the tallest I've found - not sure if its all the way though

(image via musingsofamuse)



eta: a second angle from the RAEviewer



 
Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
right?? there's actually a TON of confusion/anger/pitchforks from people who were expecting the whole Dr. Brandt kit. This is how you know I'm procrastinating, reading the BB FB page while munching on popcorn :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

this is also from the fb wall:

Quote:  As a woman I notice something important...not a single bit of CHOCOLATE in February Box section?! With def. Valentine's Day around the corner or for those w/o someone to love, chocolate is VERY IMPORTANT! I know its too late now but kinda bum not a single piece/pretzel/fortune cookie! Chocolate and women go together like salt and pepper and PB & J! Please the powers that be maybe for Feb 2015 just a little bit of chocolate, please!
i dont know why but i found this HILARIOUS. 

I've also had a few friends in real life who asked me if i got a mini smashbox palette. like an actual one with mini pans. umm..no? i mean, that would be totally awesome but no 

 
Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I scrolled down google images and this was the tallest I've found - not sure if its all the way though

(image via musingsofamuse)



eta: a second angle from the RAEviewer



Yea it's hard to tell...I appreciate you finding these pictures though! That's still a decent size considering my itty bitty sample from BB has lasted me so long!

 
@usofjessamerica BAHAHA. also i'm kind of glad birchbox didn't do chocolate this month. i'm trying *really* hard to diet and be good. and my fiance getting me a bunch of japanese candy for valentines day didn't help.

 
Quote: Originally Posted by kawaiimeows /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  @usofjessamerica BAHAHA. also i'm kind of glad birchbox didn't do chocolate this month. i'm trying *really* hard to diet and be good. and my fiance getting me a bunch of japanese candy for valentines day didn't help.
my  boyfriend decided that he will not do anything for me on valentines day that's out of the ordinary. my gift is a target clearance candy shopping spree on Saturday. maybe this is him telling me that he wants me to stop trying to lose weight.

besides, i loved this theme idea way more than a valentines day theme!

 
Quote: Originally Posted by usofjessamerica /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  right?? there's actually a TON of confusion/anger/pitchforks from people who were expecting the whole Dr. Brandt kit. This is how you know I'm procrastinating, reading the BB FB page while munching on popcorn :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

this is also from the fb wall:

i dont know why but i found this HILARIOUS. 

I've also had a few friends in real life who asked me if i got a mini smashbox palette. like an actual one with mini pans. umm..no? i mean, that would be totally awesome but no 
I'm sorry, I whine every now and then about my Birchbox but COME ON. LOL. It's a $10 box, and you get $5 back in credit every month, AND you get free shipping. It's a ridiculously low price. I know how it sucks when you get a craptastic sample but people need to calm down. Whenever I get crappy samples for a long period of time I e-mail them and they always try to help as much as they can to get my profile in a place that will get me the things I want.

I just think people expect way too much out of Birchbox. I LOVE the points system and will gladly pay $10 for a $5 credit and a box of samples shipped (for free) to me every month!

 
I also get mad at Birchbox (I'll never forget this Smashbox card, though. That's some BS), until I start trading for what I want.  I just wish they'd give me a better box so I wouldn't have to pay for postage. 

 

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