Birchbox October 2012

[Angelalh]

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

There was a poster here who also complained about the size of the Mary Loumanizer--I thought it was kind of funny because I thought it was exactly what a deluxe sample should be.  It's cutely packaged in a way that it can be shut, and for using on the inner corner of the eyes, cheekbones, and browbones there are several uses.  I think other companies should take note, like Stila when they sample a palette.  

ive used it 4-5 days straight on cheekbones, forehead, nose cupids bow, chin, eyebrow, inner corner... and still not hitting the pan anywhere si i consider that a big deluxe size sample

 

[mellee]

Yeah, I'm really enjoying the Mary-Lou Manizer.  Think it's a good size - except I wish they would have had it sealed.  I accidentally dug a nail into it trying to find where you open it, only to find out that you don't.

Liked trying the Mox, too, although I didn't like the product.  The LiQWid conditioner was nice, even though it was a one time foil.  Wasn't enough to convince me to buy it.  Dunno if I may have, had I tried a few more times.  The wavy thing wasn't in my box - I emailed and they said they'd send.  Tea went to hubby.  Hated the pumpkin perfume.

Some people who got this box didn't like it, but I really did!  =)  Still, though, I couldn't see myself purchasing anything from it.  This was my third month and it's how I felt about all three boxes.  Enjoy trying stuff, but nothing I feel after trying that "OMG I HAVE TO HAVE IT!!!"

 

[Meshybelle]

Originally Posted by Canny Charlene /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I read that one post on their Facebook page that made me LOL..She was a bit too angry IMO threatening to call her cc due to fraud on BB's part lol

Originally Posted by Canny Charlene /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I read that one post on their Facebook page that made me LOL..She was a bit too angry IMO threatening to call her cc due to fraud on BB's part lol

My favorite this month in reference to the Goop boxes was, "I'm e-mailing Gwyneth, to let her know her good name is being sullied by Birchbox!"  LOL!!!

 

[mellee]

Have to add, too, that I got Hubby the men's box for his birthday in October.  Paid $20, they first sent an email saying "sorry we shipped it late so here's 100 points!", then he got his box, then I got an email saying "oops we sent you a second one our bad enjoy!"  So for my $20 he got two identical boxes (with the whiskey stones, jigger, pre-shave oil, Toweldry hair styler, and body powder), 100 points, + 50 more for his reviews (which I'm pestering him for info that I fill in).  And he really likes all the items!  I already ordered him the Toweldry for Christmas (used the 100 points I got for it being late and paid $8) and may order the shave oil, too.  Told him he gets 3 months for his birthday, and the second box'll be here shortly.  Hope he likes it as much!  Then I'll probably do 6 more months for Christmas, assuming he keeps liking each one.  So it's making for a great gift for a hard-to-buy-for guy!  I definitely know why some people are disgusted, seeing some of these boxes this month, but I'm kinda happy with BB at the moment. 

And I'll be REALLY happy when I don't get crappy stuff and have to cancel in the future 'cause you guys told them how it's gonna be this month!

 

[missionista]

I finally got my box yesterday, hooray!  However, I can't leave feedback for any items.  Anyone else having trouble?  I'll call CS on Monday, but if anyone has a workaround in the meantime, I'd love to hear it.

Thanks!

 

[mellee]

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

I finally got my box yesterday, hooray!  However, I can't leave feedback for any items.  Anyone else having trouble?  I'll call CS on Monday, but if anyone has a workaround in the meantime, I'd love to hear it.

Thanks!

They changed the wording from "feedback" to "review", which confused a lot of people.  Does it let you leave a review?

 

[thr33things]

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

I finally got my box yesterday, hooray!  However, I can't leave feedback for any items.  Anyone else having trouble?  I'll call CS on Monday, but if anyone has a workaround in the meantime, I'd love to hear it.

Thanks!

Mine says something like "Woofuu couldn't find the page!" with a 404 Error. Hmm. . .

 

[CrabbyMrsJ]

Originally Posted by Canny Charlene /img/forum/go_quote.gif

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

Reading through the BB facebook comments you'd think they'd have committed one of the gravest injustices known to mankind. I know FB company pages really bring out the crazy group-think thing, but after reading through a lot (I couldn't sleep!) it went from being sorta funny to just sad.  WIth all the threatening to cancel, adjective-rich disappointment sagas, and gloating about switching to ipsy, you'd think the complainers paid with their firstborn, not $10!

Looking over all the box variations many are definitely quite dismal and underwhelming but I was surprised how many people were furious about receiving essie nail varnish and the Mary Lou-manizer- two of the hottest items! There were quite a few people over the past couple weeks complaining that the Mary Lou was ONLY the size of a "small eyeshadow", that it should have been full size.  "How can BB call that a deluxe sample?"* hahaha.  And of course the "cheap" essies were in the most hideous, revolting, and unflattering shades of nail varnish ever made. "How dare BB send me full size $8 nail varnish knowing that the shade they are sending looks atrocious with my skin tone!"*

*paraphrasing only a little, sadly. 
I read that one post on their Facebook page that made me LOL..She was a bit too angry IMO threatening to call her cc due to fraud on BB's part lol

I responded to that one and pointed out that she sounded ridiculously angry and should leave the FB page completely. She might have taken my advice, because now her post is no longer there! All that fuss for some brand she already purchases. LOL.

 

[CrabbyMrsJ]

Originally Posted by thr33things /img/forum/go_quote.gif

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

I finally got my box yesterday, hooray!  However, I can't leave feedback for any items.  Anyone else having trouble?  I'll call CS on Monday, but if anyone has a workaround in the meantime, I'd love to hear it.

Thanks!
Mine says something like "Woofuu couldn't find the page!" with a 404 Error. Hmm. . .

I couldn't get points (for the lack of a better term) either. Le sigh.

 

[hindsighting]

This is off-topic, but I have a nice little $25 reward coming from my debit card (I only had to spend $7,000 to get $25 back!) and I'm thinking of using it to get another subscription box for November. I'm looking at Glossybox, but does anyone have any suggestions on which to go with or how to choose?
 

 

[mellee]

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

This is off-topic, but I have a nice little $25 reward coming from my debit card (I only had to spend $7,000 to get $25 back!) and I'm thinking of using it to get another subscription box for November. I'm looking at Glossybox, but does anyone have any suggestions on which to go with or how to choose?

(1) Which ones do you already get?  (2) What do you look at to judge whether one of your boxes is great or crap?

 

[hindsighting]

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


(1) Which ones do you already get?  (2) What do you look at to judge whether one of your boxes is great or crap?

I'm only subscribed to BB right now. Getting high quality brands is more important to me than getting huge sample sizes. I also find that I generally like receiving skin care and hair products over makeup (though obviously I like makeup too!)

 

[queenofperil]

I just signed up for Ipsy. Turns out I could spare another ten bucks this month, so I figured I'd give it a shot. I'm hoping that tomorrow someone from BB Ops will respond to one of my numerous emails and calls. Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if my replacement box arrives in November. 

 

[tulippop]

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

This is off-topic, but I have a nice little $25 reward coming from my debit card (I only had to spend $7,000 to get $25 back!) and I'm thinking of using it to get another subscription box for November. I'm looking at Glossybox, but does anyone have any suggestions on which to go with or how to choose?

If you're looking for high end samples I would highly suggest Glossybox.  I've been loving that sub so far.  There have been a few WTF moments but overall I'm pretty happy with them.  Love that they send shampoo WITH conditioner.  Love that there is always at least 1 fullsized item.  Love the size of the samples.  There are cons like their glossydot point system is lame, they generally only send out 5 items and they charge tax in CA whereas BB doesn't but I feel like the pros outweigh the cons for me.  Here's what I've gotten since they started their service in the US (minus the April box since that was only for bloggers/giveaways and not for purchase). 

October



September



August



July (foil sample was an extra)



June (small perfume sample was an extra)



May (brush was in extra)

 

[calexxia]

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




I'm only subscribed to BB right now. Getting high quality brands is more important to me than getting huge sample sizes. I also find that I generally like receiving skin care and hair products over makeup (though obviously I like makeup too!)

In that case, Sample Society may be your best bet.

 

[hindsighting]

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


If you're looking for high end samples I would highly suggest Glossybox.  I've been loving that sub so far.  There have been a few WTF moments but overall I'm pretty happy with them.  Love that they send shampoo WITH conditioner.  Love that there is always at least 1 fullsized item.  Love the size of the samples.  There are cons like their glossydot point system is lame, they generally only send out 5 items and they charge tax in CA whereas BB doesn't but I feel like the pros outweigh the cons for me.  Here's what I've gotten since they started their service in the US (minus the April box since that was only for bloggers/giveaways and not for purchase). 

October



September



August



July (foil sample was an extra)



June (small perfume sample was an extra)



May (brush was in extra)

Wow, those are some huge samples! Thank you so much for adding pictures, GB is at the top of my list for sure now!

 

[mellee]

I'd think Sample Society would be a good one, too.  I only got it for one month - a little more high-end than I'd ever buy, but the products are nice, samples are good size, customer service is really good.  Guessing someone who's been subscribed for a while'll step in an tell you how great that one is!  =)

 

[BagLady]

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

In that case, Sample Society may be your best bet.

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




I'm only subscribed to BB right now. Getting high quality brands is more important to me than getting huge sample sizes. I also find that I generally like receiving skin care and hair products over makeup (though obviously I like makeup too!)

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

In that case, Sample Society may be your best bet.

I agree that Sample Society is your best bet for high quality brands and skin care!

 

[MyriadVoices]

Originally Posted by MissLindaJean /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I think BB should cap their memberships at this time. Deal with concerns, as they seem to be hiring more staff based around BB blog intros. Focus on retaining their original customer base by attempting to address concerns and grievances. Through the issues discussed here, there have been some interesting solutions brought up by ladies. I like the idea of adding an allergy q to the survey, X more foils for a better sample run if they're going to toss them in, etc.. I'm a happy subber, but it bums me out a bit so many are not.

I think this is a good idea. It would allow them to deal with concerns as well as generating a little exclusivity and anticipation.

 

[tgooberbutt]

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

To cancel or not to cancel: that is the question:

Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer

The slings and arrows of foil packets,

Or to take arms against a sea of perfume samples,

And by opposing end them?

I love hamlet! 

who would the fardles bear to grunt sweat under horrible boxes

but the fear of  amazing boxes ahead?

The undiscovered boxes from who's bourne no subscriber can know, puzzles the will!