Birchbox October 2012

[Meshybelle]

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

Can you put a spoiler tag on that, please? 

Seriously, WTF!!!!

 

[diana16]

Please put that in a spoiler! I didn't expect or want to see that lol

 

[queenofperil]

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

I only got the email because I had emailed them asking where my box was a week ago. lmao I literally just got THIS email:

Hi there,

This month, we're helping you transform your look—in ways both small and large—with a collection of exciting samples. Can't hardly wait? Watch our sneak peek video to learn more about this month's products and brands.  

Unfortunately, your October Birchbox is running a bit behind schedule. It will ship by end of day Saturday, October 13th. We're sorry for the inconvenience and we've added 100 Birchbox points to your account. Remember, 100 points equals $10 toward any full-size products in the Birchbox Shop.  

Your box is being shipped this month via UPS Mail Innovations and final delivery will be made by your local post office mail carrier. You can track its progress here: Please note that it may take the carrier 48 hours to update its records with your tracking information, and that delivery can take up to 10 business days to the West Coast. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

All I can say is, ARE YOU KIDDING?! hahahaha It will ship by end of day Saturday, October 13th. Guess who's going to get an angry call now?!

I got another email from Paulina saying that I should still get my shipping notification today. I'm calling bullshit. This is so incredibly ridiculous. 

 

[Snow24]

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


I got another email from Paulina saying that I should still get my shipping notification today. I'm calling bullshit. This is so incredibly ridiculous. 

Hey look at the plus side...at least they respond to your emails, and they don't completely ignore you. (Yup...4 emails and no response back)

 

[tulippop]

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


If you are referring to that old woman who sued mcdonald's over the cup of coffee, and you think that was frivilous, you should look up what happened to her from the coffee. She looked like somebody TORCHED her legs. Matter of fact, here have a look:

I remember that lawsuit.  That particular McDonald's had also been flagged and warned MANY times because their coffee was WAY WAY over the max. temperature allowed.  Despite all of the repeated warnings, they continued to keep it at that temperature citing that many of their customers buy their coffee togo and drink it later.  I know the US is known for many frivolous lawsuits but the McDonald's coffee one was not one of them imo.

 

[gypsiemagic]

I apologize for no spoiler tag, its been put up I actually thought about it right after I posted it, but I went to the mall to get my free Bath and Body Works Candle and Free Loccitane Hand Cream from Facebook coupons. I came back to edit it and it has already been done. Silly me for forgetting that spoilers aren't just for sample hints.

As an apology, here have a free mini candle : 

Quote:

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

I remember that lawsuit.  That particular McDonald's had also been flagged and warned MANY times because their coffee was WAY WAY over the max. temperature allowed.  Despite all of the repeated warnings, they continued to keep it at that temperature citing that many of their customers buy their coffee togo and drink it later.  I know the US is known for many frivolous lawsuits but the McDonald's coffee one was not one of them imo.
I watched a netflix documentary about them, and this was one part. I really don't see how people got it so twisted around. That poor poor woman. Definitely warranted, and she was only asking for exactly what she needed to pay the medical bills. Yeesh.

I'll get my coffee from starbucks where you can order it at whatever temperature you want, thanks.

 

[MissLindaJean]

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

I apologize for no spoiler tag, its been put up I actually thought about it right after I posted it, but I went to the mall to get my free Bath and Body Works Candle and Free Loccitane Hand Cream from Facebook coupons. I came back to edit it and it has already been done. Silly me for forgetting that spoilers aren't just for sample hints.

I watched a netflix documentary about them, and this was one part. I really don't see how people got it so twisted around. That poor poor woman. Definitely warranted, and she was only asking for exactly what she needed to pay the medical bills. Yeesh.

I'll get my coffee from starbucks where you can order it at whatever temperature you want, thanks.

I only order at Starbucks when my coffee stands are closed on Sundays...It feels like I'm cheating every darn time...oops. Oh...and definitely some lawsuits are warranted, absolutely!! I do think there could be tort reform, still...as there are the disgusting "ambulance chasers" who make it hard for people with real issues as your pic showed. 

PS...I stuck it in a spoiler, for those sensitive to it. I work in a hospital and have seen worse...self inflicted no less. Took a while to get the spoiler up on my phone and wasn't really thinking, so apologies peeps.

 

[LAtPoly]

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


It definitely looks gold, though, which would look terrible on my cool-toned, extremely fair skin.

It isn't my favorite highlighter FWIW.  I actually feel like theBalm is overrated for me with their powdered products (e.g. eyeshadows especially) - but I am impressed with their mascara that came in my ipsy bag.

 

[xoxelizabeth189]

I keep hearing about the fiasco for Octobers box. Can anyone tell me what it is?

 

[gypsiemagic]

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

I only order at Starbucks when my coffee stands are closed on Sundays...It feels like I'm cheating every darn time...oops. Oh...and definitely some lawsuits are warranted, absolutely!! I do think there could be tort reform, still...as there are the disgusting "ambulance chasers" who make it hard for people with real issues as your pic showed. 

PS...I stuck it in a spoiler, for those sensitive to it. I work in a hospital and have seen worse...self inflicted no less. Took a while to get the spoiler up on my phone and wasn't really thinking, so apologies peeps.

Thank you! I actually prefer Peet's, and its what is right next door to my apartment, and it is a local company, since it was started in Berkeley /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> However Starbucks offers sugar free syrups for their drinks and I aim to eat as little sugar as possible as a general healthy choice, so I feel like I have more options at Starbucks /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

And absolutely there are tons of examples of totally unwarranted lawsuits, but seems like everybody is quick to cite the mcdonalds coffee incident as the ultimate example of frivolous lawsuits. It was so not the case!

 

[calexxia]

Originally Posted by xoxelizabeth189 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I keep hearing about the fiasco for Octobers box. Can anyone tell me what it is?

People are peeved that the Goop boxes (much like previous "branded" forays) weren't anything particularly different from usual. People are also peeved that there are more foil packet samples than usual and that nail polish shades were from last year's collection instead of this year's collection. There were also a few folks with shipping mishaps which they did not feel were properly addressed by Birchbox.

 

[Scooby Dynamite]

Now the coffee picture is to the right of the thread in the 'recent images' box. sigh.

 

[americanclassic]

A little off-topic, but are we supposed to get 3/6/12 month coupons? Has everyone who's subbed long enough gotten one, or is it something only certain subscribers get? I've been subbed for 10 months, the past 5 consecutively since June's box. :|

 

[MissLindaJean]

As far as foils, I got Kerastese conditioning balm and it was a decent size.. enough to do my whole head, two foils included in the BB and my hair is moderate in thickness(wish for more hair, but it's thick enough when I wear it curly) and about 6" past my shoulders. My other box...the Goop one, was a dud. My worst box ever because I didn't want to try anything from it. Oh well, win some, lose some. I wouldn't have minded receiving a last season polish, since I wear polish according to my mood and what's not to like? Lol, I'll never turn down nail polish! But no polish this month, I got a Malin Goetz mini bottle of body wash, meh..have a lot by other brands/didn't need more and a foil of their facial cleanser. Sprout balm, which I'm giving to a coworker and have a lot of already. I use coupons and get chapstick/balm for free or next to it. Definitely not hurting for more. Some other items..really, I suppose the box isn't a total nightmare, just not that amazeballs this month. There's really nothing wrong with the products, just my personal tastes and BB's picks didn't mesh well this month. That's why I'm not ranting or having issues, although I did have a major shipping delay for one box. Oo..forgot about the Lunabar, sorry ladies, but I love them lol.

 

[queenofperil]

No shipping confirmation or email on my replacement box. Now I'm fucking pissed. There's nothing I can do, which really makes me mad. All I can do is send another damn email, but those are evidently getting me no where. I'm so let down right now. 

 

[OiiO]

On the topic of foils, I think Miss Jessie got it right. Aren't their foils huge? I got almost 6 uses out of their deep treatment sample!

 

[mirandamanda]

This month was a so-so month for me, I love the DDF cleanser, but I also received the LUNA Bar and Mighty Leaf Teas. I also got a few uses out of the Skin Transformer packets and I'm not even going to attempt to use the tiny Caudalie sample. The flower gloss went to my daughters.

 

[MissLindaJean]

No shipping confirmation or email on my replacement box. Now I'm fucking pissed. There's nothing I can do, which really makes me mad. All I can do is send another damn email, but those are evidently getting me no where. I'm so let down right now. 

I'm sorry to go 1942 on ya, but can we clean up our language? That's for EVERYONE. Please be aware that while this is a free site and expletives can force a point home, using them and other derogatory language isn't necessary. There are people who don't want to see certain words or images, referencing the coffee pic and retarded commentary. Sorry, but true people. I hate to be so PC, because I have a mouth like a sailor, but show some consideration. The language seems to be getting more derogatory and inflammatory lately, which raises everyone's hackles. Most of us are adults and before you think of hitting back with free speech and censorship, realize while you CAN say something, doesn't always mean you SHOULD or need to do so in a manner that can be so polarizing. It's just about respect and courtesy.

 

[JHP07]

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

A little off-topic, but are we supposed to get 3/6/12 month coupons? Has everyone who's subbed long enough gotten one, or is it something only certain subscribers get? I've been subbed for 10 months, the past 5 consecutively since June's box. :|

I received 20% discount codes for my 'welcome', 3 and 6 month BB anniversaries.  I finally purchased some items with my 6 month code and 500 points!

Perhaps you should just try to use the promo code ('3months20', '6months20', etc.) around the 13th of the respective month (I received my discount code e-mails on the 12th and 13th of the respective month).  Codes are good for 1 week.  If that fails, then reach out to BB directly and hope that they will give you access to a code. 

 

[Jackieblue]

My friend said that her Jouer MMT wasn't going to work for her once she tried it on and gave the tube to me. I swatched it on my hand and it is HAZEL. For reference I am a BB cream person. Hazel is a crazy-dark almost orange shade. I was about to pitch it but after looking at the swatch, if I can get enough to do my whole face except right around my eyes, I am going to put a pair of tanning goggles on my head and go for Halloween as TAN MOM. The one who was in the news so much. That is the color of the MMT. I seriously may do this.