Birchbox October 2012

[Dena Fletcher]

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




For the record, I am not ashamed to speak for myself and would not make a separate account to make a comment. I also am not in the habit of calling people trolls or other names. (I am, of course, assuming this is the implication.) I admit, I did notice this poster had only one post and thought it was an interesting way to debut as well. I also am sure that many will choose not to believe that I am being honest here, but I obviously have no way to prove otherwise, so I guess I will have to deal with that. I would truthfully probably assume the same if I were looking in from the outside.

That being said, gypsiemagic, I do see your point, and I don't think it's wrong that we disagree. I do feel that your posts were unnecessarily hostile toward me personally, but as you stated, it is easy to misconstrue tone. As I said, there were many things I didn't know before going into business. My intention was merely to inform, not to condescend or otherwise generate hostility. I apologize if that was the impression given.

I would be happy if the conversation did not continue further. I apologize to the community for unintentionally turning this thread ugly. Maybe we can turn it back around? Where's Jannie with the late-night hyper commentary?

lets turn it around! so what i liked about my bb was this _______. i like my amika hair mask..  you?

 

[MyriadVoices]

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


lol I'm just a suuper private person. I don't even like the privacy features on fb /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />.

Oh, I agree! I certainly mean nothing against those who don't use their own pic. I just tend to find it is friendlier to see someone's face than a random pic. I only moved away from that myself, as I said, a few weeks ago, and even then, only because I noticed some other regular members doing so and I was amazed at how much it influenced my feelings about their posts (in a positive way). /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

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

definitely didn't intend to pinpoint anyone, I was just calling out the hypocrisy of whomever it was that felt the need to comment. I wasn't really following that whole side conversation anyway, and I'm sure it wasn't you. but whoever it was, was either trolling on the fact that they were trolling by name-calling 'trolls', or they were just being silly /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I appreciate that; thank you.

 

[americanclassic]

for those of you who had it in your box, how was the dry shampoo?



I have $30 in points, and I'm debating what to spend it on. I'm still on the lookout for a great dry shampoo--I've tried a bunch  (all spray formulas) I didn't have any luck, so I think a powder would be better for me.

does it go on clear or white? I've heard of people with dark hair DIY'ing their own with cocoa powder and corn starch, I might do the same..

 

[MyriadVoices]

Originally Posted by Dena Fletcher /img/forum/go_quote.gif

lets turn it around! so what i liked about my bb was this _______. i like my amika hair mask..  you?

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I haven't gotten my box yet (sad trombone sound), but I'm looking forward to the essie polish, even if it's super similar to the color I got just last month in my Sept. BB (which I haven't yet opened).

I'm also looking forward to the Kiehl's, as I haven't tried many of their products and I hear such great things about them. I also love anything orange!

 

[Dena Fletcher]

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


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I haven't gotten my box yet (sad trombone sound), but I'm looking forward to the essie polish, even if it's super similar to the color I got just last month in my Sept. BB (which I haven't yet opened).

I'm also looking forward to the Kiehl's, as I haven't tried many of their products and I hear such great things about them. I also love anything orange!

i LOVE kiehls! i and i hear the size is good! you can NEVER go wrong with kiehls.. in my opinion! meooow!

also.. even if the essie is similar to what you have, makes a great gift! i cant tell you how many lil gift baskets i have made with my extra goodies! so.. its all a win win! yay! hugs doll!

 

[Auntboo]

What I liked about my BB was...a mystery since its still not here! I do see a little confusion about the Eve Lom cleanser, though (which I am dying to try). It is a balm that you take a maybe pea sized amount of and rub into your skin - it is thick and grainy at first but softens and melts from your body heat. You then wet the muslin cloth with hot water and hold it to your face for a few seconds and repeat this step 3x - you don't apply more cleanser each time, just rewet the cloth with hot water. This helps open the pores and soften the cleanser even more. Then you use the cloth to remove the cleanser by rubbing gently and finally wet the cloth with cold water and press it to your face to refresh your skin. It is sort of spa-like. It seems like some people love it and some people hate it.

 

[MissLindaJean]

for those of you who had it in your box, how was the dry shampoo? I have $30 in points, and I'm debating what to spend it on. I'm still on the lookout for a great dry shampoo--I've tried a bunch  (all spray formulas) I didn't have any luck, so I think a powder would be better for me. does it go on clear or white? I've heard of people with dark hair DIY'ing their own with cocoa powder and corn starch, I might do the same..

Cocoa powder? Interesting, never heard that. I'm a fan of DIY, but rarely finish the D part lol! I'm up to 350 in points, have a 20% coupon about to expire and no box to review(stumbling on the drunken turtle party bus!). My coupon is going to expire and I'll probably keep adding to my points. Boscia BB cream is high on my wishlist, but sold out.. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I love the Amika masque, but have LOTS of sample packs(thanks to swaps)..maybe the MaryLouManizer... Oohh the options lol

 

[meetcutecrystal]

Quote: Originally Posted by Dena Fletcher 

lets turn it around! so what i liked about my bb was this _______. i like my amika hair mask..  you?

 
So far the Orofluido makes me have Pantene commercial hair. Its shinny, bouncy and my flyaways are tamed. If it holds up all week I am purchasing it. The Kusmi Euphoria is also really tastey.

 

[MissLindaJean]

Yes on Kiehl's products! I am jelly of you lucky ladies getting that brand this month!

 

[elleystar]

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

for those of you who had it in your box, how was the dry shampoo?



I have $30 in points, and I'm debating what to spend it on. I'm still on the lookout for a great dry shampoo--I've tried a bunch  (all spray formulas) I didn't have any luck, so I think a powder would be better for me.

does it go on clear or white? I've heard of people with dark hair DIY'ing their own with cocoa powder and corn starch, I might do the same..

I got that a few months ago, and was super excited about it because a dark haired friend of mine swears by it.  I was planning to buy the full size before ever trying it out. When I got the sample...meh. I used it maybe 3 times. It just didn't seem to absorb oils and make my scalp feel fresh enough to make it worth skipping a shampoo. By the end of day 2 with the hair powder I'd be driven to insanity by the itchy not-clean feeling. I ended up not even finishing the sample packet. Also I thought I would adore the smell but I didn't like it much after all.

 

[l0ser_dust]

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

for those of you who had it in your box, how was the dry shampoo?



I have $30 in points, and I'm debating what to spend it on. I'm still on the lookout for a great dry shampoo--I've tried a bunch  (all spray formulas) I didn't have any luck, so I think a powder would be better for me.

does it go on clear or white? I've heard of people with dark hair DIY'ing their own with cocoa powder and corn starch, I might do the same..

I really love this product! Even though the sample is small, it lasts a LONG TIME (still haven't had to make full size purchase but will do so one my sample finishes) and I have almost waist length really thick dark brown hair. I've had the same sample for months now.

I've tried Psst and Suave brand dry shampoo aerosol sprays and they really don't even compare to this powder. The powder itself is slightly off white but once applied to my really dark brown roots it's clear. Doesn't leave any residue and doesn't show at all.

 

[Dena Fletcher]

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

So far the Orofluido makes me have Pantene commercial hair. Its shinny, bouncy and my flyaways are tamed. If it holds up all week I am purchasing it. The Kusmi Euphoria is also really tastey.

thats so awesome! what is your hair type? i have super baby fine hair,  booooooooooooo (

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[melonz]

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

....What?? Huh??? ...Oh, sorry...I was napping.  Just hangin' out here STILL waiting for my Birchbox to come...

Haha! My box is, without fail, late every month (going by the tracking number estimate), but I actually got mine earlier than usual this month since I think it was one of the first boxes to go out. I'm in Seattle!

 

[elleystar]

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

So far the Orofluido makes me have Pantene commercial hair. Its shinny, bouncy and my flyaways are tamed. If it holds up all week I am purchasing it. The Kusmi Euphoria is also really tastey.

Now THAT is a hair product I would buy! I might have to try to trade for it to see for myself!

 

[stellar136]

Originally Posted by heatwebb000 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Did  you notice they have to review your comment before it is allowed on there site! ha

I was going to say that too.....it makes me think about how biased the comments *may* be. I want people's real opinions, not opinions that are seemingly pick and choose...

 

[meetcutecrystal]

Originally Posted by Dena Fletcher /img/forum/go_quote.gif

thats so awesome! what is your hair type? i have super baby fine hair,  booooooooooooo (

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I have really thick hair that is prone to getting oily. I can not go a day without washing it unless I just keep it up. It is curly but I blow it out every morning.

 

[astokes]

Originally Posted by stellar136 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Quote: Originally Posted by heatwebb000 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Did  you notice they have to review your comment before it is allowed on there site! ha
I was going to say that too.....it makes me think about how biased the comments *may* be. I want people's real opinions, not opinions that are seemingly pick and choose...


I'm pretty sure it's just to keep out spammy/profane/inappropriate/personal info. reviews. If you go look at some of the reviews on there, they are definitely not all positive.

 

[americanclassic]

I loove the Mary Lou Manizer! lol I don't want to overhype it and get people disappointed, but if you don't already have a highlighter you like, I'd definitely consider it. it's kind of like a white-gold color--really shimmery, without being outright glittery and noticeable. 

though you could technically use your favorite finely-milled shimmery eyeshadow as a cheek highlighter as well--it'd probably have the same effect. I just find that a lot of shimmery blushes/highlighters for cheeks tend to use chunkier glitter, which I don't really like as much.

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

..maybe the MaryLouManizer... Oohh the options lol

haha I'll update you on the cocoa powder/cornstarch stuff. I'd feel kind of weird putting food powder in my hair, but it seems like the Lulu stuff is already food-based (corn starch, rice powder, etc)

 

[Jennifer Love]

Originally Posted by Dena Fletcher /img/forum/go_quote.gif

lets turn it around! so what i liked about my bb was this _______. i like my amika hair mask..  you?

I liked my Luna bar. . .

 

[Dena Fletcher]

Originally Posted by Jennifer Love /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I liked my Luna bar. . .

i think i ate my luna bar before i went thru my whole box ! hahahahaa