Birchbox November 2012

[mermaidly]

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

I got the Oscar Blandi as well when I literally have enough curly and EXTREMELY thick hair for 3 people. The switching profiles may be useful to an extent, but in my case it's kind of hard to change my profile to exclude volumizing products when it's already what it should be doing. Plus I think it's a bit ridiculous that we would have to "adjust" our profiles to things that are necessarily not true just to get stuff that we SHOULD be getting based on our real profiles. Sometimes I really do think they have too many of a particular shade and too little of other shades (like the Jouer MMT from a few months ago) so they just go and just dump it in a single box # across the board, and then give a lame excuse like "oh we sent it for contouring!!" when people email to complain.

Yep, I got the Jouer MMT in Linen, and didn't even realize how bad it looked until Jouer sent me a sample of the Porcelain and I realized that the Linen looked totally orange in comparison. Thank goodness for Jouer and their amazing willingness to send out samples! I ordered a full-size tube of the Porcelain and that's been my foundation ever since. I'm glad Birchbox introduced me to the brand and everything, and I realize that my skin tone is difficult to match product with because I *am* so incredibly pale (literally, like PALE pale, like ghost pale, but I don't tan because I want to love the skin I was born with and work with what I've got, lol). But I feel like I indicated that in my profile and the least they can do is send me the lightest shade available. It's cool if I try a sample and don't end up digging it because of the formula or scent or texture or whatever, because that's the point of BB, to try out new things and see if you like them. But if I can't even use a sample at all because Birchbox ignored my profile...that kind of just sucks. :/

 

[quene8106]

OMG I want this set by Lulu Organics even though they have a cheaper set on their (Lulu's) website:

http://www.birchbox.com/shop/brands/lulu-organics/lulu-organics-holiday-tote

If only I had 700 birchbox points, lol

 

[heartsandwhimsy]

You're welcome! I've been changing my profile around so many times to see if I would ever get the powder and I haven't.  With my luck, it might show up in next month's box, lol

I think dry shampoo is either something you love (and use every day) or just have no use for. Its my "if you were stranded on a deserted island" product for sure. I've been using

 

[heartsandwhimsy]

You're welcome! I've been changing my profile around so many times to see if I would ever get the powder and I haven't.  With my luck, it might show up in next month's box, lol

Oops! Pressed reply on accident! I have been using dry shampoo for YEARS I remember when I would ask places if they carried it and get funny looks, way back when the only company that I knew made it was Bumble and Bumble. B and B is actually my absolute favorite but its too damn expensive at 38 bucks a bottle and I use it daily for volume so it lasts 3 to 4 weeks if I am lucky! So I am shopping around trying to find another dry shampoo that I love (tried so many). The B and B is an aerosol and doesnt last long so I am hoping that the LuLu one works great and I love it since its an actual powder it should last longer.

 

[heartsandwhimsy]

OMG I want this set by Lulu Organics even though they have a cheaper set on their (Lulu's) website: http://www.birchbox.com/shop/brands/lulu-organics/lulu-organics-holiday-tote If only I had 700 birchbox points, lol

I was eyeing that also! But I just cashed in my points for a second BB sub!

 

[sleepykat]

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

Yep, I got the Jouer MMT in Linen, and didn't even realize how bad it looked until Jouer sent me a sample of the Porcelain and I realized that the Linen looked totally orange in comparison. Thank goodness for Jouer and their amazing willingness to send out samples! I ordered a full-size tube of the Porcelain and that's been my foundation ever since. I'm glad Birchbox introduced me to the brand and everything, and I realize that my skin tone is difficult to match product with because I *am* so incredibly pale (literally, like PALE pale, like ghost pale, but I don't tan because I want to love the skin I was born with and work with what I've got, lol). But I feel like I indicated that in my profile and the least they can do is send me the lightest shade available. It's cool if I try a sample and don't end up digging it because of the formula or scent or texture or whatever, because that's the point of BB, to try out new things and see if you like them. But if I can't even use a sample at all because Birchbox ignored my profile...that kind of just sucks. :/

Another super-pale girl here who refuses to tan; I wear SPF on my face every day. However, when I do find a foundation (or BB cream, since I've given up foundation) that is light enough for me, it either covers any color that is naturally in my cheeks or doesn't provide enough coverage, so I do wear blush. I was interested in trying the Jouer MMT, though. I didn't see any in Porcelain on the trade threads.

 

[lovestarbrooke]

Oops! Pressed reply on accident! I have been using dry shampoo for YEARS I remember when I would ask places if they carried it and get funny looks, way back when the only company that I knew made it was Bumble and Bumble. B and B is actually my absolute favorite but its too damn expensive at 38 bucks a bottle and I use it daily for volume so it lasts 3 to 4 weeks if I am lucky! So I am shopping around trying to find another dry shampoo that I love (tried so many). The B and B is an aerosol and doesnt last long so I am hoping that the LuLu one works great and I love it since its an actual powder it should last longer.

Suave makes an aerosol dry shampoo that is actually awesome! It smells good too. I was skeptical but I figured for $2.50 why not, right? I'm on my 3rd can in 4 months.

 

[MissMonica]

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

Suave makes an aerosol dry shampoo that is actually awesome! It smells good too. I was skeptical but I figured for $2.50 why not, right? I'm on my 3rd can in 4 months.

Ditto on the Suave.  It's one of my favorite products.

 

[Angelalh]

grrrrrrrr.... i live in illinois, and i just checked my tracking and saw this

it was in illinois.... and somehow went to california??? lol

Date/Time
Event Name
Location
18 Nov 2012 12:13 Package processed by local post office
BELL GARDENS, CA 15 Nov 2012 18:42 Package processed by local post office
FOREST PARK, IL 15 Nov 2012 18:13 Package processed by local post office
FOREST PARK, IL 15 Nov 2012 12:33 Shipment Info Received by Post Office
FOREST PARK, IL Date
Description
Location
Nov 15 2012 Ready for post office entry Carol Stream, IL Nov 15 2012 Package received by dest MI facility Carol Stream, IL Nov 14 2012 Package transferred to dest MI facility Edgewood, NY Nov 13 2012 Package processed by Mail Innovations Edgewood, NY Nov 13 2012 Package received for processing Edgewood, NY

 

[angiepang1e]

where the HELL is my box, BB?! still no tracking update, confirmation, nada.  Thanks for making me feel like a forgotten customer.  But my purchase at the shop was made, sent confirmation of order, shipping updates AND i received the package all within like 3 days...

 

[bluemustang]

I can't get dry shampoo to work for me.. I've tried suave and Oscar Blandi.. But not the Lulu powder.. I looked good right after but doesn't last long. Do I not sure enough?? Too much? Gah.. I wish it would work!

 

[cbs73]

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

grrrrrrrr.... i live in illinois, and i just checked my tracking and saw this

it was in illinois.... and somehow went to california??? lol

Date/Time
Event Name
Location
18 Nov 2012 12:13 Package processed by local post office
BELL GARDENS, CA 15 Nov 2012 18:42 Package processed by local post office
FOREST PARK, IL 15 Nov 2012 18:13 Package processed by local post office
FOREST PARK, IL 15 Nov 2012 12:33 Shipment Info Received by Post Office
FOREST PARK, IL Date
Description
Location
Nov 15 2012 Ready for post office entry Carol Stream, IL Nov 15 2012 Package received by dest MI facility Carol Stream, IL Nov 14 2012 Package transferred to dest MI facility Edgewood, NY Nov 13 2012 Package processed by Mail Innovations Edgewood, NY Nov 13 2012 Package received for processing Edgewood, NY

Hey....at least you got shipping information!  Guess what has yet to update in my account settings?  Gee Crystal, the BB Customer Service Wonder, I guess we have different definitions of "very very soon!"  If I don't see anything by noon tomorrow, I'm going to call...........again.

 

[Rochellena]

I really loved my box this month. I hadn't hated the last couple of months, but they had been just ok for me, and BB was starting to lose it's shine. This month was really great though. I got Box 3, and while not everything worked for me (the stila in bronze is not at all compatible for my palest of the pale skin but was a nice eye color), I was really excited to try several new things, and thought the sample sizes were perfect. It got me all reinvigorated excited for next month. BRING ON DECEMBER! 

 

[Loladevil]

Well even though I've had my tracking number for well over a week it hasn't updated. Just checked the birchbox site and see my box has changed from box 11 to box 1, I'm disappointed, wanted the full sized mascara and the texturizing stuff /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[quene8106]

Well even though I've had my tracking number for well over a week it hasn't updated. Just checked the birchbox site and see my box has changed from box 11 to box 1, I'm disappointed, wanted the full sized mascara and the texturizing stuff /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Oh no! Not the punishment box. I guess this is their leftover box smh

 

[heartsandwhimsy]

Originally Posted by bluemustang /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I can't get dry shampoo to work for me.. I've tried suave and Oscar Blandi.. But not the Lulu powder.. I looked good right after but doesn't last long. Do I not sure enough?? Too much? Gah.. I wish it would work!

Suave is crap (in my opinion) and Oscar Blandi is meh... try the Bumble and Bumble it's amazing!  I also like the big sexy hair dry shampoo which is a bit more affordable.

 

[heartsandwhimsy]

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

Suave makes an aerosol dry shampoo that is actually awesome! It smells good too. I was skeptical but I figured for $2.50 why not, right? I'm on my 3rd can in 4 months.

The Suave didn't do much for me.. but thanks : )

 

[gingerjenny]

my box changed from 11 to 1 too. I'm pissed! I got a tracking number on the 9th of november. It hasnt moved and now this!? I reallly wanted to try the mascara. Now I feel like i"m getting the punishment box too.

 

[americanclassic]

I've tried a buunch of different aerosol dry shampoos, and I didn't like any of them--they just made my hair feel grimy, like I sprayed a bunch of hairspray in my hair or something. some did (very) temporarily work, but they made my hair crunchy  and sticky.

you could try using corn starch, as that's the main ingredient in the Lulu powder. just pat it onto your scalp, let it sit a few minutes, and thoroughly shake out. I googled DIY dry shampoos, and a bunch of people recommended baking cocoa for dark hair--it actually works, for me at least /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />. you'll never get something that actually cleans your hair, but at the very least it'll reduce the appearance of oily hair.

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

I can't get dry shampoo to work for me.. I've tried suave and Oscar Blandi.. But not the Lulu powder.. I looked good right after but doesn't last long. Do I not sure enough?? Too much? Gah.. I wish it would work!

 

[kawaiisquawks]

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

Yep, I got the Jouer MMT in Linen, and didn't even realize how bad it looked until Jouer sent me a sample of the Porcelain and I realized that the Linen looked totally orange in comparison. Thank goodness for Jouer and their amazing willingness to send out samples! I ordered a full-size tube of the Porcelain and that's been my foundation ever since. I'm glad Birchbox introduced me to the brand and everything, and I realize that my skin tone is difficult to match product with because I *am* so incredibly pale (literally, like PALE pale, like ghost pale, but I don't tan because I want to love the skin I was born with and work with what I've got, lol). But I feel like I indicated that in my profile and the least they can do is send me the lightest shade available. It's cool if I try a sample and don't end up digging it because of the formula or scent or texture or whatever, because that's the point of BB, to try out new things and see if you like them. But if I can't even use a sample at all because Birchbox ignored my profile...that kind of just sucks. :/

I got it in hazel and it left a dark brown streak on my arm when I swatched it. I emailed Jouer asking if they could send me a sample of Linen and they agreed, but it's been 2 months and I never got anything.. I was a little bummed but I don't actually really even use any sort of foundation - I just wanted to at least try a shade that would work on my skin though because I'd heard such great things about it. My skin tone is also difficult to match but like you, I wish Birchbox would at least make an EFFORT to try and get it halfway right instead of just sending whatever they feel like and then making crap excuses up.