Birchbox February 2014 (SPOILERS)

[Lolo22]

Quote: Originally Posted by disconik /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I find it interesting that so many of us whose accounts didn't update until late last night/early this morning ended up with the same box given the number of box variations there were this month.  I'm not complaining about my boxes AT ALL.  I only have two dupes and they're both awesome things to have dupes of - Harvey Prince Hello and Beauty Protector Protect & Oil.

I wonder about the shipping variation.  Both of my boxes contain polish, so that's a non-factor. It seems as though they have two locations from which they send out boxes.  The NJ one and the NY one and one of the shipping methods isn't viable from one of them?
Quote: Originally Posted by usofjessamerica /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I agree!!! that is SO weird. so many of us getting the same box. i want it to be a glitch but it probably isn't but this isn't a horrible box!

I think everyone getting the Hello/SkinCo/OPI/BP oil/tea box is a new subscription/2nd acct.? Or at least most of us?  I wonder if new subbies only get like 2 or 3 variations.  Also interesting that @usofjessamerica said you didn't fill out the profile on yours, cause I did and we are getting the same box.  So I'm thinking the new subs defaulted to this and maybe a few other variations only.  Either that, or we're all in the naughty club for the 200 point glitch and they didn't want us having any fun

 

 

[PeridotCricket]

Got my box today. Does anyone have any clue what size the Joan Vass L'eau de Cristal perfume is? I can't find a size on it anywhere and I like to put the value of each product in the review. 

I think it's 2.5ml. Is it a sprayer or a vial with a pull-off cap? The ones that spray are generally 2.5ml and vials are 2ml or smaller.

 

[Amby6912]

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


I think it's 2.5ml. Is it a sprayer or a vial with a pull-off cap? The ones that spray are generally 2.5ml and vials are 2ml or smaller.
It's a spray vial. Thanks, much appreciated! 

 

[camel11]

Quote:Originally Posted by Lolo22 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

 

I think everyone getting the Hello/SkinCo/OPI/BP oil/tea box is a new subscription/2nd acct.? Or at least most of us?  I wonder if new subbies only get like 2 or 3 variations.  Also interesting that @usofjessamerica said you didn't fill out the profile on yours, cause I did and we are getting the same box.  So I'm thinking the new subs defaulted to this and maybe a few other variations only.  Either that, or we're all in the naughty club for the 200 point glitch and they didn't want us having any fun

 


Mine was in the 200 point glitch club and brand new... but I got the CR eye liner which I think is a nice punishment, if you ask me /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I also loved the tea the first time I got it, so I'm happy to have 3 more!

 

[gingerjenny]

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

My second box finally updated.

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/february-2014/february-2014-bb38

Kinda meh like my first box. I'll try the coola, and the ddf but have no use for the oil. I am looking forward to the mascara, and hello seems to be popular so I'm interested.

I'm just glad it updated. Now to wait for the arrival!
I'm getting the same box.  I don't wear sunscreen in the winter though.  It was 2 degrees today  Trust me I"m not outside long enough for any damage.  I am excited to try out the ddf though.  I use the brightening cleanser now so it will be nice to try this by them too. 

 

[Heather Hicks]

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

My last two boxes upated finally. Getting:
Beauty Protector Protect & Oil
OPI
Harney & Sons tea
Skin & Co Truffle Serum
Harvey Prince Hello

100% Pure Fruit Mascara
Camille Beckman Body Butter
Serge Normant Dry Conditioner
Harney & Sons tea
Juicy Couture Couture LaLa Malibu

I ended up with some dupes, but that's probably to be expected with my greed in getting four boxes, lol. I'll have:

Serge Normant x 2
Juice Couture x 2
OPI x 2 (different colors maybe?)
Beauty Protector Oil x 2
Tea x 3

Not disappointed at all. If I like the products, great...I have a backup. If not, it seems like I have some good tradeable items.
So glad to hear someone else got 4 boxes this month! I have been keeping 3 subs--2 monthly and 1 yearly--for quite a while now. I added a 4th because of the 200 points. I got the first box you listed as my new sub. I got a punishment box on one of my other accounts. Boo! But, I loved 3 of the boxes. The only dupes were 3 of the Beauty Protector Oil. Well, dupes out of the 4 boxes when comparing them to each other. I did get some things I already had, but mostly they were things I either liked or loved (like I now have 4-5 tubes of the Skin & Co serum because they finally sent me one and I sought them out in trade). The only 2 things I can think of that I wanted but didn't get are the W3LL stick (that only went out in a few boxes anyway) and maybe the Pores No More. Makes me glad I got that extra box, as it was the last to update, but it had my OPI in it! Yah!

I personally don't feel so bad about the 4 boxes for this month, because if you figure I spent around $40 for all 4 boxes, I got $20 with the 200 points, then with all the reviews, I get about $20 more in points. Results? In my mind, I got all 4 boxes for free this month! Yah! Makes it a lot easier to overlook that shampoo and conditioner, lol. But, I'm going to cut my new sub for next month and drop back down to 3. The 4 was a special thing because of the promo. 3 would be too much if I didn't have the yearly even. But then, I'm planning on cancelling Ipsy soon. Maybe just 1-2 more months with them to cash in on my rewards points and I'm gone. BB is the one for me. <3

 

[dousedingin]

Quote: Originally Posted by gingerjenny /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I'm getting the same box.  I don't wear sunscreen in the winter though.  It was 2 degrees today  Trust me I"m not outside long enough for any damage.  I am excited to try out the ddf though.  I use the brightening cleanser now so it will be nice to try this by them too. 

UV rays are still out and about in the winter! 

I use spf at least on my face all year long. I am in socal, but it's a good anti-aging preventative measure anywhere. I don't even go outside much, just car to/from work and walking a block to lunch. 

Well maybe the ddf will be more exciting than I thought!

 

[Heather Hicks]

Quote: Originally Posted by Lorenk /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I've mostly seen pink, I've seen one box so far with purple
Ooh! I'd love either of those. I think I'd prefer to try the pink, though, because if I like it, I could buy the full size purple with points. Either way, I'm stoked!

 

[jbird1175]

Wah! My box finally updated and I am bummed not to be getting the glittery ruby wing polish /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

I am getting box 45. Meh. https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/february-2014/february-2014-bb45

I guess it's OK, but I was hoping for some products fromt he sneak peek video.

Oh well, I am taking a break from BB anyhow. After two years, I think I am just burnt out on this sub. 

 

[Heather Hicks]

Quote: Originally Posted by disconik /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I was excited about the tea this month!  I'm getting the harney and sons.  I don't get excited about Ahmad tea just because I don't particularly care for it.  The H&S tea is better quality (IMO) and I prefer their sachets to the paper tea bags.
Ooh! Super excited now because in my last box, along with the OPI, I'm getting that tea sample. Never heard of them or tried them before. But the comments on here are encouraging. Seems like even people who normally don't like tea are happier about this brand. So yah!

 

[puppymomofthree]

Quote: Originally Posted by dousedingin /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
UV rays are still out and about in the winter! 

I use spf at least on my face all year long. I am in socal, but it's a good anti-aging preventative measure anywhere. I don't even go outside much, just car to/from work and walking a block to lunch. 

Well maybe the ddf will be more exciting than I thought!

 I was shocked to find out how concentrated the UV rays can get through car glass when you are driving.  My dermatologist says she can usually tell if someone drives or rides in cars more based on where their dark spots are.  Apparently drivers get more dark spots on their left side.  Who knew?

 

[gncoco]

I feel foolish asking this question

, but I'm new to Birchbox and was wondering how you find out what you are getting in your box if you don't have the iphone app?

 

[Lorenk]

Quote: Originally Posted by Heather Hicks /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Ooh! I'd love either of those. I think I'd prefer to try the pink, though, because if I like it, I could buy the full size purple with points. Either way, I'm stoked!
I kind of want the amber. Idk, I think I might have seen  my box & I'm getting the pink. It will be interesting to try.

I did just paint my nails with pink glitter to be festive this week, we're not supposed to wear glitter to work but A) I'm not sure anyone really notices & B) I'll just blame it on the holiday, lol. I remember people did stuff like that for the 4th of July (nails are also supposed to be all the same color, boo). but I'm normally not really a pink kind of girl.

 

[dousedingin]

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

 I was shocked to find out how concentrated the UV rays can get through car glass when you are driving.  My dermatologist says she can usually tell if someone drives or rides in cars more based on where their dark spots are.  Apparently drivers get more dark spots on their left side.  Who knew?
It makes sense. On any super long car trip I've taken while being the driver, my left arm is always slightly darker than my right. It's less noticeable from basic driving about. (I'm pale with fair skin due to my mom's swedish half, but my dad's vietnamese half makes my skin more likely to tan than burn.)

I would love to wear sunscreen all the time, but I've never found one that feels ok. They're all so greasy and smelly. How is it face products manage to do it but no one makes one for the body that isn't disgusting?

 

[Heather Hicks]

Quote: Originally Posted by dousedingin /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  It makes sense. On any super long car trip I've taken while being the driver, my left arm is always slightly darker than my right. It's less noticeable from basic driving about. (I'm pale with fair skin due to my mom's swedish half, but my dad's vietnamese half makes my skin more likely to tan than burn.)

I would love to wear sunscreen all the time, but I've never found one that feels ok. They're all so greasy and smelly. How is it face products manage to do it but no one makes one for the body that isn't disgusting?
I found a great one. Then it was discontinued. Figures!

 

[chaostheory]

So I emailed Birchbox customer service and asked if there was a glitch in my box on the website, because it looked like I was receiving Ruby Wing twice in a row. You rockstars told me that's common so I figured it was a lost cause. I just receive a response from customer service that said:

"Unfortunately, there was some trouble with our allocation this month, and it looks like you may be receiving a duplicate product. So sorry about that! For the trouble with the sample, I have added 100 points to your account, and that is equivalent to a $10.00 credit in our Birchbox store. I hope this helps!"

I didn't expect such a generous solution! 

 

[Heather Hicks]

Quote: Originally Posted by chaosintoart /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  So I emailed Birchbox customer service and asked if there was a glitch in my box on the website, because it looked like I was receiving Ruby Wing twice in a row. You rockstars told me that's common so I figured it was a lost cause. I just receive a response from customer service that said:

"Unfortunately, there was some trouble with our allocation this month, and it looks like you may be receiving a duplicate product. So sorry about that! For the trouble with the sample, I have added 100 points to your account, and that is equivalent to a $10.00 credit in our Birchbox store. I hope this helps!"

I didn't expect such a generous solution! 
I had to mail them about my Ruby Wing. Not because it was a dupe, but because the lid was half on and half off. Not much leaked, but some did. Plus, it seems a bit thicker for being exposed to the air. Hope they give me the points too. I really only wanted the glitter version, anyway, but got the pink kitten heels.

 

[chelsealady]

Quote: Originally Posted by gncoco /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I feel foolish asking this question

, but I'm new to Birchbox and was wondering how you find out what you are getting in your box if you don't have the iphone app?

If you log onto your account and click on box and women's box, you should be able to see what it is in your box. If it hasn't updated yet, it should in the next couple of days. 

 

[smiletorismile]

I just got my box! I got the pink Ruby Wing polish (I much would have rather had the glitter, but I don't have any hot pink polish so I guess it's okay), the hair oil (which leaked all over everything), the Smashbox palette card, the Smashbox mascara, and the Coola (which I love Coola, so I was cool with this). I don't even think I'm going to email them about the leaking oil, since not much is missing and I didn't really want it anyway. I'm pretty happy with my box

 

[tivoli92]

just wondering if anyone has gotten the OPI in a color other than the pink/magenta? i'm getting it in both my boxes and am hoping for some variety!