Birchbox October 2012

[ValentineLissar]

Has anyone been able to identify which boxes are transformation boxes and which are the Goop boxes?

Based on Zadi's post, I don't think I can tell which boxes are which because I feel that they featured at least one Goop curated item in all of the boxes. 

 

[amidea]

just got my goop box today. for the first time i was actually hoping it wouldn't be here yet since i wasn't a fan of the other boxes i'd been seeing...

my box weight was .758 and i got:

the ddf cleanser (which is huge! cant complain about that), the orofluide elixir, caudalie vinoperfect, tea, and the infamous flower.

  but - i got two of the flowers, which i'm guessing was a mistake.  they're TINY but at least i got two...  also, for the people who have gotten the mighty leaf tea before, you can review all three flavors, right?  i can't remember but if so then i'll be happy about having the extra points.

 

[queenofperil]

I'm going to be traveling at the beginning of the year. I kind of want a Tili bag specifically for that. 

 

[mellee]

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


My weight was .4380 and my box should be arriving any day, so I assume this is my box, too.  Le sigh.  A few of the items (the lifestyle extras, the "pink thing") are fine, and the Kiehl's looks awesome.

BUT...here's my beef.  I got the Benefit POREfessional last month (which is a very similar product to the DDF from this box), and I've gotten Joeur lip products THREE times already plus the LMT, and I got the DDF cleanser in August (I've been a subscriber since January).  I'm not one of the people who minds when Birchbox sends me something that I don't like or isn't my taste or isn't something that I can really use.  I like trying new products and I understand that it's the luck of the draw.  HOWEVER, that's the thing - I signed up for Birchbox to try NEW products.  Not the same brands and the same types of products (even if they're not technically duplicates) over and over, especially when it's so specific, like a pore reducing product, or the same kind of thing from the same brand multiple times.  I would be just as irritated if I got, for example, multiple eyeliners from stila in different colors/formulas, stuff like that.  (Only type of thing where I'd be ok with it is nail polish, but I'm a nail polish junky, lol.)

Hopefully I just got all worked up for nothing and I got a different box, lol.  But I doubt it.

I don't know - Porefessional doesn't work at all for me.  There are a few types of products I'd like to try a little of each out there, and see which works best!  (and yep - I'm a few pages behind...  sorry...)

 

[108Jessica]

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

just got my goop box today. for the first time i was actually hoping it wouldn't be here yet since i wasn't a fan of the other boxes i'd been seeing...

my box weight was .758 and i got:

the ddf cleanser (which is huge! cant complain about that), the orofluide elixir, caudalie vinoperfect, tea, and the infamous flower.

  but - i got two of the flowers, which i'm guessing was a mistake.  they're TINY but at least i got two...  also, for the people who have gotten the mighty leaf tea before, you can review all three flavors, right?  i can't remember but if so then i'll be happy about having the extra points.
I got the Mighty Leaf teas last month and only had one review unfortunately.

 

[LAtPoly]

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


Mines still like that as well. =(

Add me to that list.  It seems like I NEVER get my subs on time, lol.

 

[Kristin1387]

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


Not any more!  You have to purchase a sample from customer service or get it when you purchase something else on their website (which I definitely do NOT count as "free" since you can't spend less than $20 there).

Perfeck sent me it for free :-/

 

[Moonittude]

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

just got my goop box today. for the first time i was actually hoping it wouldn't be here yet since i wasn't a fan of the other boxes i'd been seeing...

my box weight was .758 and i got:

the ddf cleanser (which is huge! cant complain about that), the orofluide elixir, caudalie vinoperfect, tea, and the infamous flower.

  but - i got two of the flowers, which i'm guessing was a mistake.  they're TINY but at least i got two...  also, for the people who have gotten the mighty leaf tea before, you can review all three flavors, right?  i can't remember but if so then i'll be happy about having the extra points.

That is my nightmare box. I've seen other people saying they hate their box, so far this month, that had boxes I would be thrilled, or at least happy to get.

I don't use soap cleansers on my face, ever. Would totally dry out my skin. I don't waste precious moisturizer putting back what some silly soap product strips.

Orofluide has silicones. The radiance serum is for discoloration, thankfully not a problem for me. And the flower sample just sucks. I would drink the tea, but that really isn't the point of a birchbox. You have my condolences, and I hope I don't get the same box as you.

I seriously hope I don't get that cleanser. IMO, they shouldn't send soapy cleansers to anyone over 30. Or anyone who has dry skin.

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

I'm really disappointed with the tiny samples I got. Here's what I received: 



The only thing not pictured is the Luna bar (in a lemon flavor) because my kids promptly ate it. I hadn't been online since Sunday afternoon due to a 2-day holiday, so I was surprised to get my box because I hadn't received an email about it yet. I did not opt for a Goop box but that's what I got and I'm not excited about any of the items I received. I already tried the lip gloss and it's so light, it isn't visible on me at all.

I would love to get that box. The anti-aging oil is basically ever botanical oil known to man, plus fish oil and emu oil, but I'd try it and that looks like a decent sample size. And I'd love to try that serum. I'm sorry you were disappointed. But thank you for showing us a picture. I don't know why, but pictures are always more fun than just text.

 

[jaimelesmots]

As an aside, for any of you that have an interest in the Mighty Leaf, I got some at my local grocery store (on sale) and it was delicious! I got the vanilla bean (since many of you ladies on here said it was good) and Bombay Chai because I love chai and 'tis the season. (also, fun fact: chai is actually the word for 'tea' in Hindi, so I giggle to myself every time someone says 'chai tea' even though I know it's more of a reference to the spices used)

 

[sinatraskitten]

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

Where do you get the paper? This is such a good idea!!!

 

[Roxane68]

Just got my shipping email! Whoop! Getting a goop one...(I opted in for goop)..........

Hi there,

Your October Birchbox has shipped. This month, we’re joining forces with goophttp://link.birchbox.com/50748a8e75903c91df8e2ae5o02p.5lk/UGy_zZsfig8ergDQB018d, our go-to source for lifestyle inspiration, to bring you an exciting collection of goodies. While you’re waiting for your goop-curated samples, watch our sneak peek video to learn more about some of this month’s products. 

I have a low weight (.4440) so I am hoping for a beauty blender.

 

[amidea]

also, adding a picture bc as moonittude stated pictures are more fun /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Bethybee]

Woot! Got my email and I am not getting goop'd!! Those boxes dont interest me at all. But, no update to weight so I guess I will get to see my box tomorrow!

 

[javagirl87]

How do you guys know if your getting the Goop or not by your shipping email?

 

[quene8106]

Originally Posted by javagirl87 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

How do you guys know if your getting the Goop or not by your shipping email?

There's a quote in your shipping e-mail that states "blah blah blah goop" or "blah blah blah transformation". That should give you a hint.

 

[CourtneyB]

So jealous of those getting the DDF Brightening Cleanser. I LOVE it, but it's sold out in the store.

Seriously, if anyone doesn't want theirs, PM me!

 

[merkington]

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

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GAH so pretty sure I'm getting this box since my weight is .7560. Dangit. I'm definitely not in the market for a new cleanser

 since I have very sensitive skin and that seems to be the big item in this box. If I do get this box (and I probably will) I'd totally do a full box trade/just the item I mentioned above trade. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Missglammygirl]

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

GAH so pretty sure I'm getting this box since my weight is .7560. Dangit. I'm definitely not in the market for a new cleanser

 since I have very sensitive skin and that seems to be the big item in this box. If I do get this box (and I probably will) I'd totally do a full box trade/just the item I mentioned above trade. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I would be sooooo pissed if i got that box! Luckily i got tea last month.

 

[amidea]

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

I would be sooooo pissed if i got that box! Luckily i got tea last month.

i'm so not excited about the tea... at least the tiny samples i will use.  i'm not a big tea person though and there are really only two teas i like.  i wish at the very least i could review the different flavors /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[BEAUTYBUNNY10]

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

also, adding a picture bc as moonittude stated pictures are more fun /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I am pretty sure I am getting this box too since my box has 0.7450 weight. I really want to trade for the Beauty Blender, if anyone got the Beauty Blender and want to trade I will offer anything in my box.