Birchbox October 2012

[denise89]

Quote: Originally Posted by yanelib27 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


How do u know the liqwd samples are not decent sized? Has someone posted pictures of it or are u just assuming?
  I saw someone say on here they are foil packets and I have a feeling they will be but I'm hoping not.

 

[calexxia]

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

Is it just me or are half of Birchbox's "deluxe" samples always stuff that other companies (or the companies themselves) are giving away for free, whether it's a promotion or by a customer's request? The more I think about it, the more I think that all of the stuff that we get in our boxes is just stuff that Birchbox has managed to get for free in exchange for advertising the products and sticking a link in their shop.

Well, yeah.

But not just that--most companies aren't going to make "exclusive" samples for specific campaigns in the amounts that would be needed, you know? More likely that they'd do a run, and use it for all promo for that period of time.

 

[xoxoelyse]

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

Okay compare my glam to your BB which one wins?

Is Ipsy (my glam whatever) as high quality brands as BB? That is why I have stuck with BB is I feel it is more high end stuff. I was going to get my glam in June when I subbed to BB too, but I saw some youtube videos saying their bags smelt bad and were low quality and that the brushes were low quality and unbranded, which wasn't something I wanted to pay for. But seeing they have theBalm mascara makes me interested. 

 

[calexxia]

Originally Posted by tinkerbll695 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


that's the muslim cloth that you use with the eve lom cleanser

Great typo. Especially considering that followers of Islam DO use "prayer cloths"!

 

[Roxane68]

Originally Posted by quene8106 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

i don't think you're allowed to give referral codes out on here. i got in trouble for that when i first joined mut lol

Ahhh....thought about that after I asked. Thanks!

 

[calexxia]

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

Okay compare my glam to your BB which one wins?

For me, this month, at least, still BB. 

My box had:

Luna Bar- Lemon Zest (no big, I eat these all the time anyways)

Orofluido - Which everyone here raves about

Embryolisse (foil packets, but that's fine when the rest of the stuff is decently-sized)

Chantecaille Mascara - Smaller size than the theBalm product, but not trippin', as I acrtually prefer smaller mascaras

DDF Pore Minimizer - Shall be fun to play with

The Ipsy?

Be a Bombshell Eyeliner--this is actually a brand I'm interested in trying, so this would be a win

Coastal Scents Eye Shadow -- Eh, not a fan

TheBalm Mascara - Probably nice, but not enough to send me over the moon--I really consider this item to be a tie.

Lip Bomb Lip Gloss - Absolutely NOT interested

Couldn't tell what the oil product is

So while it might be close, BB is still edging it out for me, this month, anyway.

 

[heatwebb000]

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

Is Ipsy (my glam whatever) as high quality brands as BB? That is why I have stuck with BB is I feel it is more high end stuff. I was going to get my glam in June when I subbed to BB too, but I saw some youtube videos saying their bags smelt bad and were low quality and that the brushes were low quality and unbranded, which wasn't something I wanted to pay for. But seeing they have theBalm mascara makes me interested. 

I would say at this point they are way better than BB and from past bags they carry name brand products.  Its worth it now they have revamped everything I had a sub and canceled it but came back when they revamped and I am glad I did.

 

[heatwebb000]

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

For me, this month, at least, still BB. 

My box had:

Luna Bar- Lemon Zest (no big, I eat these all the time anyways)

Orofluido - Which everyone here raves about

Embryolisse (foil packets, but that's fine when the rest of the stuff is decently-sized)

Chantecaille Mascara - Smaller size than the theBalm product, but not trippin', as I acrtually prefer smaller mascaras

DDF Pore Minimizer - Shall be fun to play with

The Ipsy?

Be a Bombshell Eyeliner--this is actually a brand I'm interested in trying, so this would be a win

Coastal Scents Eye Shadow -- Eh, not a fan

TheBalm Mascara - Probably nice, but not enough to send me over the moon--I really consider this item to be a tie.

Lip Bomb Lip Gloss - Absolutely NOT interested

Couldn't tell what the oil product is

So while it might be close, BB is still edging it out for me, this month, anyway.

You also get the bag which is a plus for me last months bag and products

 

[Wynter]

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

Is Ipsy (my glam whatever) as high quality brands as BB? That is why I have stuck with BB is I feel it is more high end stuff. I was going to get my glam in June when I subbed to BB too, but I saw some youtube videos saying their bags smelt bad and were low quality and that the brushes were low quality and unbranded, which wasn't something I wanted to pay for. But seeing they have theBalm mascara makes me interested. 

This month - you see

September, they sampled a Soho Smudge brush, Carol's Daughter split end sealer, Jane sparkle gloss (full), Mirabella eye shadow, Circus by Andrea's Choice nail polish (in a purple color - full)

August - Dementer roll on perfume (full), Salty cosmetics eye shadow, eclos facial serum, eclos moisture therapy regenerative cream, and Circus nail polish (I got an orange - full)

July - Nume Hydropunch conditioner, Kiehl's oil-free facial lotion, yes to cucumbers towelettes, Josie maran lip & cheek stain (full), and Circus nail polish (yellow - full)

June - NYX lipstick (full), philosophy take a deep breath moisturizer, living proof styling cream, mirabella permanent eyeliner pen (full)

May - philosophy love sweet love fragrance, studio gear lipstick (full), miss beauty nail bling (full), myglam concealer and defining eyeliner brushes (full)

April - UD 24/7 eyeliner, All-Belle false eyelashes (full), DermStore lip quench (full), myglam eyeshadow and eyeliner brushes (full)

March - pur-lisse daily moisturizer, pur-lisse lip nourisher (full), dermstore $25 gift card, kera-color leave in treatment, myglam crease brush and brush case (full)

Feb - Dead Sea facial serum, x out (full?), NYX roll on shimmer (full), freeman mask (full)

Jan - Freeman mask (full), Sheer Cover duo concealer, Wen cleansing cream, the Balm shady lady

Dec - mai couture blush paper, UD sin eyeshadow, tarte lights camera lashes, NYX lip cream, UD primer potion

There's been some iffy months when they were first starting, but overall, I've been happy with my MG bags.  The bags did have a smell for a couple of months, but they changed shippers, and I haven't noticed a problem since they did that.

 

[heatwebb000]

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

You also get the bag which is a plus for me last months bag and products

The oil was Couture Colour

Pequi Oil Treatment

 

[joyworld]

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

I love Birchbox.  I know that some months/items are going to be awful, but at least I get to try them and make the decision for myself.  With that said, I'm really happy with my boxes this month:

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

I don't really want anything in this box but the Manizer by The Balm, but I'm thinking it is going to be awesome on its own! 
https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/october-2012/october2012box1

Love that I'm getting the polish, lipgloss, the Kiehls, and even the raspberry bar.  I'm sure the serum is great, but eeh.
And to make this month even more sweet, I have an order coming too where I saved like 100 bucks!!

Me and Birchbox:

Item Sku Qty Subtotal Kusmi Tea Paris - Essentials
ESSEN02 1 $21.95
Mighty Leaf Tea - Tea Pouches Flavor
Citrus Chamomile 30001 1 $9.95
September Plus Two Pack   LA FRESH Makeup Remover & Instant Body Soother Wipes SEPT-2PK-2 1 $10.00
LiQWd Professional Volumizing Catalyst
LIQWD-J 1 $22.00
Benefit they're Real! Mascara
602004039200 1 $22.00
willaâ„¢ Lavender Facial Towelettes
10800 1 $7.00
Juice Beauty Stem Cellular Repair Eye Treatment
JUICELLEYE-FZ 1 $45.00
Subtotal $137.90
Shipping & Handling $0.00
Discount -$41.98
600 reward points -$60.00
Grand Total
$35.92

If u dont mind my asking, are they any discount codes other than the 3/6/12  month anniversary code?

 

[PaisleyFox]

I'm getting Box 31. 

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/october-2012/october2012box31/

 
I'm not super enthusiastic, but I suppose I could do worse.

 

[heatwebb000]

Have you seen The Look Bag

http://thelookstore.com/thelookbag

 

[baiservole1177]

I am just so confused on my profile it says I'm getting a transformations box but I just got a Goop email... weird? I hope I get what I have on my profile Im super excited about the Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentr

 

[Scooby Dynamite]

Shouldn't we be keeping the Ipsy stuff on the Ipsy threads?

 

[Shannon28]

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

I'm getting Box 31. 

https://www.birchbox.com/shop/birchbox-1/october-2012/october2012box31/

 
I'm not super enthusiastic, but I suppose I could do worse.

I like your box!

 

[gemstone]

Originally Posted by Scooby384 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Shouldn't we be keeping the Ipsy stuff on the Ipsy threads?

I agree!  I am not a fan of ipsy because while some of their brands are great, I feel like a lot of the ones they use are tacky/cheap/definitely not my style. I think getting a new makeup bag every month is very wasteful, and I really don't want to read about the contents in the birchbox thread.  Obviously if people are unhappy with bb, and were recommended ipsy, they have probably already gone to check out the ipsy thread.

 

[calexxia]

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

You also get the bag which is a plus for me last months bag and products

For me, the bag is irrelevant, so I didn't include it. I'm not knocking EITHER service, honestly. I've said all along that each one has different goals, and no one box will ever be perfect for everyone.

 

[calexxia]

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

The oil was Couture Colour

Pequi Oil Treatment

Ok, so a hair oil--I'll call that on par w/the Orofluido. It's funny that although there were very few makeup items in my BB, the two are fairly even in terms of my personal preferences...nothing majorly differentiating them, for ME.

 

[drk51284]

Interesting that the Luna Bar and the Malin + Goetz face cleanser are both considered "lifestyle extras"... maybe because the cleanser is truly a one-time use?!

The Ouidad is actually probably enough for 3 solid tries - maybe two if you have longer hair, like I did up until a week ago.
ETA: Sorry, meant "Got my box" but the lack of sleep is catching up...

Just tried the lip balm in "Cocoa" - AWFUL.
It's probably just because I'm not a chocolate person, but it's overwhelming and kinda gross. Smells like hardcore cocoa powder and greasy...