Birchbox October 2012

[Jess Bailey]

shocked mine arrived today as it wasn't due until the 11th and the tracking hadn't updated since yesterday. weight: 0.432 and i am very pleased.

 

[classybroad]

2 questions ladies:

1. Did anyone get their box yet who did NOT choose Goop? If you did not choose Goop and got a box did it have Goop tissue paper?

2. Did anyone who got a Luna bar in June get a Luna bar in this box, just a different flavor?

I am trying to narrow down my possible boxes.

 

[fanchette]

I got my box today, two days early (yay!)

I was in the group of "twenty somethings with about .75 weight (.7420 i think)

here's mine



  DDF Brightening Cleanser -there's the weight

Orofluido - smells amazing

Mighty Leaf Tea

Per-fekt lip crap (tiny and DARK) 

Cauladile serum 

All in all, a little disappointing, no beauty blender or essie which is what I really wanted, but I think the DDF will last me long enough that I think that makes up for the rest of the "perfect" crap. haha. And I think I'll really like the Orofluido and tea as well. 

 

[javagirl87]

I'm wondering if I'll get tea again since i got it my last 2 BB's...

 

[xiehan]

So, this is sort of an off-topic question, but not really.  I was initially kind of disappointed with my Beauty Blender since I don't wear foundation.  I don't need that kind of coverage.  But, admittedly, the last time I tried foundation was years ago.  Maybe it's time to retire the Cover Girl foundation-to-powder I've been using since 1998, lol, and give that Beauty Blender a try.  But, I'm sure I don't want to start using a powder, too - too dry, too heavy, an extra step I don't need. Can anyone recommend a good stand-alone foundation product?  Must go on wet.  Also, must have an extra, extra, extra pale shade.  MAC NW15 is noticeably too dark for me.

If you're not used to wearing foundation, I think the MAC Face + Body line is a great place to start. I'm super pale also (NC15) and the C1 works well for me; you'd probably want to try the N1. MUFE also has a comparable lightweight face + body line.

 

[heatwebb000]

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

You should put an instructional video on YouTube for the boxes!  Or, post detailed instructions with step by step photos (i'm a moron when it comes to that kind of thing).  You could open a thread for it here on Makeup Talk or if you have a blog.  

I'm asking you to do a lot of work - sorry!  Just a suggestion.

I will put post one tomorrow! I made this one today

 

[diana16]

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

I will put post one tomorrow! I made this one today

these are so beautiful! Think I'll do this too

 

[angela8815]

This might be the worst birchbox I have received to date...I am very dissapointed. Seems like with all the great products out this month I ended up getting the worst box. I don't even know what box number it is since I don't see it on zadidolls list. I received :Supergoop!® City Sunscreen Serum (yes after summer is over)

LUNA Bar (lemon zest, it was okay just had a weird aftertaste)
Malin+Goetz Grapefruit face cleanser (foil packet...what is the point of a face cleanser in a foil packet? Waste...) 
Malin +Goetz Bergamot Body Wash 
Sprout- Lip Balm
Ouidad- Hydrofusion Intense Curl Cream
 
At least I got 6 items to leave feedback on...SIGH...I might be going to glambag next month instead. I haven't even gotten an anniversary code yet. 

 

[mimosette]

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

Same here.  Did you opt in for a goop box?  I had a number for a bit and then it vanished, so I'm wondering if they had to redo the box for some reason...

No, I ignored the email. I have no idea what I'm getting.

 

[karenX]

*squee!!* My box got to me in record time this month, and I *LOVE* everything!

box weight was .50, and it was shipped friday.

Click pic to enlarge.

Edit to add: Oh, and yes, I did opt in for the goop box, and this is one. Also, I am 34.

 

[Roxane68]

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

found one of the ones with the balm!

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/october-2012/october2012box22

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/october-2012/october2012box23

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/october-2012/october2012box24

these look to be like complete boxes. a lot of the ones i found numbered 1-5 didn't.

they keep going too it seems that they're loaded up to 37

also, box 32 looks AWESOME.

I WANT box 32....please, oh please!

 

[KatiebuglovesBB]

I have two subs, one getting Goop, the other a regular/transformation box. I received the Goop box today, and as I stated before, I never received a shipping email from Birchbox, AND the tracking number for October on that account is wrong (be warned, ladies!).

I'm not sure which box I received (maybe 9?), but the weight was .7415, shipped on 10/6/12, and was expected to be delivered by 10/12/12.

Box pictures:





1) Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum. No where near deluxe sized, but I used it, will get a few uses from it, and like it so far. It's one of those items I never would have tried if it weren't for Birchbox, but happy I get to.

2) DDF Brightening Cleanser.  Great size. I was thisclose to trading it because It smells of licorice and reminds me of Sambuca/Jager Meister (puke)..however, I heard such GREAT reviews on it that I had to try it. I did and the smell is very much diffused by the time you lather it on your face, and begins to smell very clean. It could be placebo effect, but I feel like my skin IS slightly brighter; plus, it pairs well with the Caudalie Radiance Serum. Excited to see its effects after extended use.

3) Orofluido Beauty Elixir. I have almost purchased this 4 or 5 times. I'm so glad to finally be able to try it first! Birchbox has me hooked on hair oil and this stuff does really smell THAT good. SO excited to use it tomorrow morning.

4) per-fekt Beauty Lip Perfection Gel (Melrose). What else can I say about this 'sample' other than it is depressingly laughable and insulting.. I really can't believe this is one of the four deluxe samples. I grow more livid every time I think about it. I'll post a picture below, and I'm emailing Birchbox later. Sure, I did get the huge cleanser, but that doesn't not make this OK! What's more, it really is nothing special.. I have nearly the exact same product (same color too) from Burt's Bees AND Alima Pure for a fraction of the price.

LIFESTYLE EXTRA:

Mighty Leaf Tea (Organic Earl Grey, African Nectar, Green Tea Tropical). The boyfraaan and I will use these, but it's sort of "meh" and boring to me.
So, this month was ok for me... actually less than ok, but luckily I have a regular/transformation box coming AND my boyfriend got an awesome BBman today too. Hoping for the EVE LOM cleanser/cloths (if these will be in the transformation boxes), or the Mary Lou-manizer.

Here's the depressing picture of my 'deluxe' sample, described above:

per-fekt Beauty Lip Perfection Gel (Melrose):



YUP, that's the 'deluxe' sized sample after you remove the frilly misleading flower petals. See what I meant when I said it looked like a corner of a pill insert in my previous post? CANNOT wait to email Birchbox and have them tell me "So sorry. We think you'll love it anyway *smile*" This is ridiculous.
I hope you guys fair better than I did!!! On a side note, my Old Navy green rockstar jeans came today! I'm in lurve:



(disregard messy floor and puppy's foot.)

thoughts?

 

[Moonittude]

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

I can't say anything about liquid foundation (I use bareminerals) BUT I use one for my bb cream/tinted moisturizer and it is great!  It definitely goes on a lot smoother and I don't end up wasting so much of it!

You guys are making me think that I need to give the beauty blenders a chance. I am using Dr Jart Premium BB Cream, now. My main motivation for not trying a beauty blender, was I was afraid it would soak up some of my precious and expensive bb cream. It doesn't do that?

 

[quene8106]

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

I wasn't on MUT in July but did recieve a glamour box. Did we have the choice to opt in or out of those too?

everyone got a glamour box and a gossip girl box. the teen vogue was the only one that i had the chance to opt in or out of as long as i have been a member (since january 2012)

 

[MissLindaJean]

I will put post one tomorrow! I made this one today

Thanks for sharing. Now I know what to do with my samples and goodies I gift! I'm making present boxes for bdays and the holidays with this idea.

 

[quene8106]

Originally Posted by angela8815 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

This might be the worst birchbox I have received to date...I am very dissapointed. Seems like with all the great products out this month I ended up getting the worst box. I don't even know what box number it is since I don't see it on zadidolls list. I received :Supergoop!® City Sunscreen Serum (yes after summer is over)

LUNA Bar (lemon zest, it was okay just had a weird aftertaste)
Malin+Goetz Grapefruit face cleanser (foil packet...what is the point of a face cleanser in a foil packet? Waste...) 
Malin +Goetz Bergamot Body Wash 
Sprout- Lip Balm
Ouidad- Hydrofusion Intense Curl Cream
 
At least I got 6 items to leave feedback on...SIGH...I might be going to glambag next month instead. I haven't even gotten an anniversary code yet. 

i got that box too and i'm not pleased with it. i'm so tempted to give the dog the top item LOL and i got the bottom item in my curlBOX last month.  if anyone wants to trade any of these items in my box for a pink thing let me know

 

[AngeBrooklyn]

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


You guys are making me think that I need to give the beauty blenders a chance. I am using Dr Jart Premium BB Cream, now. My main motivation for not trying a beauty blender, was I was afraid it would soak up some of my precious and expensive bb cream. It doesn't do that?

Not really--I'm currently using the same BB cream right now and I don't use more of it when applying with my fingers or foundation brush than with the beautyblender.  You run the beautyblender under water until it expands, then squeeze out the excess water, and then dab the BB cream.  Even after you squeeze out the water from the beautyblender, it's still pretty full of water so it doesn't absorb the bb cream as much as it would dry.

 

[diana16]

If anyone doesnt want their beauty blender ill trade lol /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

im still waiting for my box i did opt out, i have a tracking # but it still wont update.

 

[quene8106]

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

I have two subs, one getting Goop, the other a regular/transformation box. I received the Goop box today, and as I stated before, I never received a shipping email from Birchbox, AND the tracking number for October on that account is wrong (be warned, ladies!).

I'm not sure which box I received (maybe 9?), but the weight was .7415, shipped on 10/6/12, and was expected to be delivered by 10/12/12.

Box pictures:





1) Caudalie Vinoperfect Radiance Serum. No where near deluxe sized, but I used it, will get a few uses from it, and like it so far. It's one of those items I never would have tried if it weren't for Birchbox, but happy I get to.

2) DDF Brightening Cleanser.  Great size. I was thisclose to trading it because It smells of licorice and reminds me of Sambuca/Jager Meister (puke)..however, I heard such GREAT reviews on it that I had to try it. I did and the smell is very much diffused by the time you lather it on your face, and begins to smell very clean. It could be placebo effect, but I feel like my skin IS slightly brighter; plus, it pairs well with the Caudalie Radiance Serum. Excited to see its effects after extended use.

3) Orofluido Beauty Elixir. I have almost purchased this 4 or 5 times. I'm so glad to finally be able to try it first! Birchbox has me hooked on hair oil and this stuff does really smell THAT good. SO excited to use it tomorrow morning.

4) per-fekt Beauty Lip Perfection Gel (Melrose). What else can I say about this 'sample' other than it is depressingly laughable and insulting.. I really can't believe this is one of the four deluxe samples. I grow more livid every time I think about it. I'll post a picture below, and I'm emailing Birchbox later. Sure, I did get the huge cleanser, but that doesn't not make this OK! What's more, it really is nothing special.. I have nearly the exact same product (same color too) from Burt's Bees AND Alima Pure for a fraction of the price.

LIFESTYLE EXTRA:

Mighty Leaf Tea (Organic Earl Grey, African Nectar, Green Tea Tropical). The boyfraaan and I will use these, but it's sort of "meh" and boring to me.
So, this month was ok for me... actually less than ok, but luckily I have a regular/transformation box coming AND my boyfriend got an awesome BBman today too. Hoping for the EVE LOM cleanser/cloths (if these will be in the transformation boxes), or the Mary Lou-manizer.

Here's the depressing picture of my 'deluxe' sample, described above:

per-fekt Beauty Lip Perfection Gel (Melrose):



YUP, that's the 'deluxe' sized sample after you remove the frilly misleading flower petals. See what I meant when I said it looked like a corner of a pill insert in my previous post? CANNOT wait to email Birchbox and have them tell me "So sorry. We think you'll love it anyway *smile*" This is ridiculous.
I hope you guys fair better than I did!!! On a side note, my Old Navy green rockstar jeans came today! I'm in lurve:



(disregard messy floor and puppy's foot.)

thoughts?

pretty jeans and so sorry to hear about that lame sample /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[queenofperil]

I may be the only one who wants the tea and the lip balm. I'm OBSESSED with lip balm. And because I want to try it, I know I'm not going to get it. -_- /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />