Birchbox November 2012

[MissLindaJean]

Question - I am going to have 400 points after this month. I was going to cash out  and spend $50 to get free shipping.  BUT should I wait until next month and get my 20% off 6month code?  Does the 20% off code off before or after using points? AND any suggestions on things to get?

You can apply the code before your points, I believe. When you opt to check out, then it asks if you want to apply your points.

 

[xiehan]

Originally Posted by Kristin1387 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Question - I am going to have 400 points after this month. I was going to cash out  and spend $50 to get free shipping.  BUT should I wait until next month and get my 20% off 6month code?  Does the 20% off code off before or after using points?

AND

any suggestions on things to get?

Yes, you should definitely wait until next month because the 20% off code applies before points, so basically you can get $50's worth of stuff for $40 and then that $40 comes from your points, so it's essentially getting $50's worth of stuff free.

 

[Kristin1387]

Originally Posted by MissLindaJean /img/forum/go_quote.gif

You can apply the code before your points, I believe. When you opt to check out, then it asks if you want to apply your points.

Originally Posted by xiehan /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Yes, you should definitely wait until next month because the 20% off code applies before points, so basically you can get $50's worth of stuff for $40 and then that $40 comes from your points, so it's essentially getting $50's worth of stuff free.

Thanks!  Any suggestions on things to buy? I havent been very WOWed by things in my boxes

 

[xiehan]

Originally Posted by Kristin1387 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Thanks!  Any suggestions on things to buy? I havent been very WOWed by things in my boxes

That's hard to say without knowing what you like. Make-up wise, I'd say their nail polishes (except for the overpriced Color Clubs) are pretty good buys. Zoya periodically does some good sales on their own site, but Essie, Deborah Lippmann, and RGB are hard to find for cheaper than their normal MSRP so I think getting those with points/discount is worthwhile. I'm also planning to get the Sumita brow powder with my points + 20% off discount next month because AFAIK there's nowhere else where I can buy Sumita's products easily, so that makes it worth it for me. Besides that... I haven't heard anyone who got the Eyeko skinny liner and disliked it, so I think that's another good buy.

When I got my 3-month code, I got the Stila In the Light palette and the Pixi lip + line primer. I don't regret either purchase although I half-wish I'd gotten Stila's In the Garden palette instead because I already have so many neutral eyeshadows. The Pixi lip primer is great for use with my OCC lip tars.

I'm not so familiar with most of the skincare products Birchbox sells and most don't appeal to me, but the boscia cleansing oil is one of my HG products, so I can recommend that.

I'm also planning to get more of the TeaForte minteas next month because I actually really liked those but would never pay full retail price for them.

 

[Kristin1387]

Originally Posted by xiehan /img/forum/go_quote.gif


That's hard to say without knowing what you like. Make-up wise, I'd say their nail polishes (except for the overpriced Color Clubs) are pretty good buys. Zoya periodically does some good sales on their own site, but Essie, Deborah Lippmann, and RGB are hard to find for cheaper than their normal MSRP so I think getting those with points/discount is worthwhile. I'm also planning to get the Sumita brow powder with my points + 20% off discount next month because AFAIK there's nowhere else where I can buy Sumita's products easily, so that makes it worth it for me. Besides that... I haven't heard anyone who got the Eyeko skinny liner and disliked it, so I think that's another good buy.

When I got my 3-month code, I got the Stila In the Light palette and the Pixi lip + line primer. I don't regret either purchase although I half-wish I'd gotten Stila's In the Garden palette instead because I already have so many neutral eyeshadows. The Pixi lip primer is great for use with my OCC lip tars.

I'm not so familiar with most of the skincare products Birchbox sells and most don't appeal to me, but the boscia cleansing oil is one of my HG products, so I can recommend that.

I'm also planning to get more of the TeaForte minteas next month because I actually really liked those but would never pay full retail price for them.

Thanks!! I was thinking about the in the garden palette - I have a lot of neutrals too, so I know i should get away.. but i am always looking for good matte colors so maybe their matte palette?    I love the skinny liner.   i have blue eyes and I have it in purple.  it's lovely.    A while back I got all the TeaForte mints on ebay for I think under $3 each? It was a good deal. 

 

[jkwynn]

Originally Posted by xiehan /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Yes, you should definitely wait until next month because the 20% off code applies before points, so basically you can get $50's worth of stuff for $40 and then that $40 comes from your points, so it's essentially getting $50's worth of stuff free.

Also, maybe they'll have the plus 2 packs again, free if you buy 2 things from that month's box - so more free stuff?

 

[xiehan]

Originally Posted by jkwynn /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Also, maybe they'll have the plus 2 packs again, free if you buy 2 things from that month's box - so more free stuff?

Nope, those are not added until the end of the month/beginning of the next month, after the 20% off code expires. They purposely stagger them so you can't use both a discount code AND get a plus-2 pack. So you have to pick which you'd prefer.

 

[jkwynn]

Originally Posted by xiehan /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Nope, those are not added until the end of the month/beginning of the next month, after the 20% off code expires. They purposely stagger them so you can't use both a discount code AND get a plus-2 pack. So you have to pick which you'd prefer.

Well, somehow I used them both on Aug 28 - 

Quote: Subtotal$46.00

Shipping & Handling$15.00

Discount (Free Sample Pack with Purchase, Free Shipping, 20% Off For You, 20foryou)-$17.20


After points, my total for this order was 3 bucks and change. I know they changed the Plus-2 terms at some point, though...so maybe you can't now. 

Edit - that is the same 20% off code, right? If not, ignore me, lol.

 

[xiehan]

Originally Posted by jkwynn /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Well, somehow I used them both on Aug 28 - 

After points, my total for this order was 3 bucks and change. I know they changed the Plus-2 terms at some point, though...so maybe you can't now. 

Edit - that is the same 20% off code, right? If not, ignore me, lol.

No, we're talking about the 20% off anniversary codes. Those are usually only valid from the 11th until the 15th of the month.

 

[jkwynn]

Gotcha.

Well, maybe we'll get lucky and there will be another 20% off code come to out - I looked through my email and had that code at least twice this year, Feb and Aug.  

I'm all about the stacking, lol.

 

[JHP07]

Originally Posted by marybbryant /img/forum/go_quote.gif

If kind of funny, because I can walk into a store all set to shop and buy nothing, but its the online shopping that gets me everytime!  If I go to a site like a Sephora, the first thing I do is look at the weekly specials, and then I look at what I can pick up with my Beauty Insider points.  If there is something I want to try or a product I really like, I cant pass it up.  I also hate to pay for shipping, so I will spend the 50.00 to get free shipping all to get whatever the weekly special or Beauty Insider deluxe sample is. 

I have the same shopping mentality as you!  When I'm shopping online it's much easier for me to spend money and I find that I enjoy the anticipation of the package arriving.  When I'm in a store I scrutinize products, think more logically about whether or not I 'really need' the product, and can easily walk away without purchasing anything.  Additionally, if I have the option of spending $6 on either shipping and handling or on a product...the product wins every time.  Finally, if a gift with purchase is involved, it's hard for me to resist!

Although perhaps I should cut down on my online spending because my boyfriend's brother came to stay with us for a weekend and he stated, 'I've never seen that many products in a bathroom before...um...where can I put my toiletries?'  We live in NYC, so you can imagine what a small bathroom we have.  

 

[evlady]

Sneak Peek video is up!

I'm excited, but I always am lol. I also love how they are getting more organic/natural products.

 

[diana16]

Originally Posted by evlady /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Sneak Peek video is up!

I'm excited, but I always am lol. I also love how they are getting more organic/natural products.

do you have a link?

 

[kawaiimeows]

Originally Posted by diana16 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


do you have a link?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ur3FtptnEfQ

 

[kawaiimeows]

wow how many more months are they going put that hair powder in boxes. i really hope i don't get it.

glad they're bringing stila back. i've missed getting their products.

 

[diana16]

Thanks for the link!

Nothing really made me excited for the box, but hopefully I get at least one interesting thing.

 

[lauravee]

Wow I'm extremely thrilled about the chocolate! I know there will be complaints about it, but I'm really obsessed with this stuff and will be happy to see it return to the BB store so I can stock up /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Lisa N]

I'd be happy with any of the products, since none of them would be repeats for me.  I'm really interested in the One Love Organics though.  I had to watch it with no sound, and they don't have it on their website yet, anyone get a better idea of what it was?

 

[amidea]

i really want to try those body serums!  are those the sizes they're sending out?? they look huge

 

[msdollfaced]

They just posted this on their blog: 

We’re excited to share that Birchbox is back to business as usual and fully operational. Our offices are open. Our warehouse is shipping full-size orders on time. Monday has never felt so good!

Full-size orders from the shop are shipping immediately. Our November women’s boxes will begin shipping in waves starting on Wednesday 11/7. We expect 50 percent or more to be out the door by our promised deadline of November 10th. A portion of boxes will ship as late as the 15th of the month. We appreciate your patience as we make up for lost time due to our warehouse’s closure and reduced staffing.

We are so thankful for the support of our customers during this difficult time. We’re extremely proud of the dedication of the Birchbox Team over the past week, working together in a challenging situation to continue service to the best of our ability. We couldn’t be more excited to get back to work delivering you delight and discovery.

Yours,
Hayley, Katia and the entire Birchbox Team

P.S. .Keep an eye out for our exciting holiday launches! We’ll be unveiling the Birchbox Holiday Shop later this week and announcing our latest (very giftable) Limited Edition box shortly!