Birchbox October 2012

[deactivateduser232015]

In defense of the Luna bar, I think these are pretty good and I don't even like Lemon Zest. LOL, after eating Clif bars for so long (which actually tasted like cardboard), I guess maybe my view is skewed

 

[Kristin1387]

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

I'm in LOVE with the DDF cleanser that I received, once it runs out I will definitely be purchasing the full size. I'm really surprised by all of the negative reviews about burning skin and extreme irritation, I know everyones skin is different. I'm just surprised none of this happened to me since I do have sensitive skin and insanely bad allergies. Anyway, in case anyone wants to check it out, I have a review posted on my blog! For all you lovelies that are afraid to check it out, I definitely suggest giving it a try! 

Check out TJMaxx and Marshalls ..they sell DDF for around $10.

 

[Meggpi]

Which Clif Bars?  I really like the trail mix bars, but they are all so full of sugar I only eat them after a run if I'm in a pinch.  I ate my chocolate raspberry Luna bar for breakfast this morning and it was one of the worst nutrition bars I've ever tasted, like cocoa flavored wet cardboard with raspberry jam.  (Luna is actually made by Clif)    

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

In defense of the Luna bar, I think these are pretty good and I don't even like Lemon Zest. LOL, after eating Clif bars for so long (which actually tasted like cardboard), I guess maybe my view is skewed

 

[msdollfaced]

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


Check out TJMaxx and Marshalls ..they sell DDF for around $10.

Thank you! I'll definitely be on the lookout for it when I run out! 

 

[prachisrk]

I agree. Box # 3 is such a bummer.

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



In stark contrast, the value of box #3 is $13.79, $1.25 of which is made up by a Luna Bar. Basically it barely just makes it over the value of the actual box.

Yeah, BB and I are going ot have some words

 

[Annie92]

My shipping finally updated to October yesterday and I can now see the contents of my box. Box 22. 

I've avoided the LUNA bars and other atrocities for so long that I guess I had a bad box coming. *sigh*

I think I'll stick with Birchbox a little longer, I like the fun of getting a surprise goody box every month and (in general) I like BB's products/price better than most other subs. I think I'm in the minority when I say that I'd rather get one or two products I really love (and a bunch of girly stocking stuffers), as opposed to a lot of products I just like. 

 

[nicepenguins]

Re: Twistbands, homemade or otherwise, I know I can make them more cheaply, and have done so, but it is hard to buy a variety of colors and pay shipping if you're only making them for yourself. When I made these it ended up costing me $30 for materials that made like 100 ties. Not everyone would need or want that many. I gave a lot away! 

So I can see why someone would recommend etsy for a slightly higher price, even though yes, it is just [f'ing] elastic. 

Back to [f'ing] Birchbox! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[JamieO]

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

Well, I finally heard back from Birchbox in regards to my box that supposedly shipped on the 10th, but has no updated tracking information... The Customer Service Rep told me that my box was "probably lost"... Really? So now... She is sending me a replacement box. And to top it all off, I have to wait for another shipping email =) How fun! So basically, I get to wait ALL OVER AGAIN... 

This happened to me in July, and they sent me a replacement that showed up fairly quickly. Then, at the end of the month, I got the original box, and it was an awesome one, so I ended up with 2! Hopefully maybe your original box will still show up and you'll get 2 as well!

 

[emmakey9]

So the $15 worth of Joanna Vargus serum? Eh, I could take it or leave it. It feels nice going on, but I really don't see or feel any noticeable difference after 3 days. Definitely not for the $85 full size. It's cool to get to try things like this that I would never be able to purchase.

Even though I know a lot of times it's a marketing ploy, I still sometimes equate super high $$$ serums to good quality. That's obviously not always the case. I would LOVE to try the Sunday Riley serum on BB's site that retails for $120 though because I've read numerous makeup artist and model blogs that swear by the stuff.

OFF TOPIC: Purchased Orly Bonder and Essie "Penny Talk" yesterday. LOVE both! My nails really are the color of pennies!

 

[Missglammygirl]

Has anyone gotten box 14?

 

[BagLady]

I received my box yesterday and posted a pic yesterday but last week I also signed up for a 2nd account using the Goop link for Birchbox and it looks like i'm getting box 18...as of now. Of course there's a tracking # but it has yet to update. I'm hoping I do in fact get Box 18 because I've been wanting to try the pink thing for a long time

 

[lauravee]

Originally Posted by emmakey9 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

So the $15 worth of Joanna Vargus serum? Eh, I could take it or leave it. It feels nice going on, but I really don't see or feel any noticeable difference after 3 days. Definitely not for the $85 full size. It's cool to get to try things like this that I would never be able to purchase.

Even though I know a lot of times it's a marketing ploy, I still sometimes equate super high $$$ serums to good quality. That's obviously not always the case. I would LOVE to try the Sunday Riley serum on BB's site that retails for $120 though because I've read numerous makeup artist and model blogs that swear by the stuff.

OFF TOPIC: Purchased Orly Bonder and Essie "Penny Talk" yesterday. LOVE both! My nails really are the color of pennies!

I Love the way the JV serum smells and i feel like my face is softer, but that's about it. $85 is hella pricey and not something I could really afford regularly, but I do wonder what the long term effects would be.... 

 

[queenofperil]

I just called Birchbox customer service to inquire about my replacement box. Damn thing hasn't even left the warehouse yet! The rep told me I should be receiving a shipping confirmation in a few days. For lack of a better phrase, this sucks. 

 

[Gayle Ray]

In California still waiting for box 29.  was shipped on the 10th and still nothing updated to tracking info.  its probably lost, which really sucks because this months box was a free comp for last months box that came completely ruined.  so now for 2 months in a row they have screwed me with no box  Will cancel as soon as I can get a refund to my credit card.  I dont want any more "replacement boxes" or points.  Just give me my money back so I can spend it some where else.  

 

[MollyC2153]

fyi ladies, the princess gloss has almond oil in it. SURPRISE! I could tell shortly after I put it on that my lips felt funny, but i thought that was just the plumping ingredients. Nope. That's almond oil. again, thank GOODNESS I'm not super duper allergic. 

I'm usually so good about checking. Not sure how this one slipped past me. 

 

[queenofperil]

Originally Posted by MollyC2153 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

fyi ladies, the princess gloss has almond oil in it. SURPRISE! I could tell shortly after I put it on that my lips felt funny, but i thought that was just the plumping ingredients. Nope. That's almond oil. again, thank GOODNESS I'm not super duper allergic. 

I'm usually so good about checking. Not sure how this one slipped past me. 

I'm glad you're okay! I don't eat red meat, pork, or gelatin, and there are times where I don't check ingredients because I think there can't possibly be in what I'm eating. Over the years I've gotten better at checking, but man, there are so many surprise ingredients in the most random of things. 

 

[Lindzluv]

I opened the serum and ended up being able to seal it back up by using the other side of the tip I ripped off. Don't know if it was designed this way on purpose but it worked for me!

 

[mimosette]

I just cashed in my points and canceled. Man, did I ever leave an essay on why.

 

[MollyC2153]

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


I'm glad you're okay! I don't eat red meat, pork, or gelatin, and there are times where I don't check ingredients because I think there can't possibly be in what I'm eating. Over the years I've gotten better at checking, but man, there are so many surprise ingredients in the most random of things. 

Thanks!! Yeah, my roommate has that problem too. Some foods that you would NEVER think have pork or gelatin do.. it's pretty gross. 

It sucks, I kind of liked the color of that gloss too. Oh well. 

 

[itsjaimiehere]

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

This happened to me in July, and they sent me a replacement that showed up fairly quickly. Then, at the end of the month, I got the original box, and it was an awesome one, so I ended up with 2! Hopefully maybe your original box will still show up and you'll get 2 as well!

That would be great! It's box 23, so it's a pretty good box compared to what others are receiving...