Birchbox Promo Codes

[v0ltagekid]

Quote: Originally Posted by bluturtle /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I just got an email offering me an upgrade to a yearly subscription using YEARLY99, you get 99 points and a year subscription for $99. I added the mystery 2 pack as well.
Thanks, I did the same thing just now. I had a 10 dollar gift card too, so yay!

 

[bluturtle]

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Do you have a monthly subscription? If not, start that first, then add the yearly99 code the next day.

 

[lotigirl]

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


Do you have a monthly subscription? If not, start that first, then add the yearly99 code the next day.
I'll try that -- thanks!

 

[JC327]

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

I used points earlier in the month and got this for $5 + 500 points. My super goop serum had run out and I kept wishing for more so I went with the travel bag because I get to try some of the other super goop products too. Plus it seemed like a better overall value. Hello flawless powder in petal. Kept debating between a powder or concealer, next time I'll go with a concealer. And my mystery pick two was the color club and Bain de terre shampoo. I got the lighter color club grey in my box previously so I think using them together will be fun. I used my 6month code. I didn't expect to have 500 pts by 6m but I ended up with a referral + 100pts from a missing item (points were way better than what I was going to get!)



Nice!

 

[Disneyfan]

Am I doing the math right here?

With yearly 99 code:

12 month yearly subscription = $99 out of pocket

99 points with code = almost $10 to spend in the store.

then assuming 5 products in each box for 12 months = 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store

At the end of one year, before points expire -  gives you 699 points OR almost $70 in points to spend in the birchbox store.

IF you do monthly, you spend $120 for a one year subscription (12 months X $10).

You get 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store. 

So, the advantage of yearly subscription is:

A savings of $21 and an additional 99 points to spend in the store.

I'm on monthly, but thinking I should upgrade. 

 

[meaganola]

Am I doing the math right here? With yearly 99 code: 12 month yearly subscription = $99 out of pocket 99 points with code = almost $10 to spend in the store. then assuming 5 products in each box for 12 months = 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store At the end of one year, before points expire -  gives you 699 points OR almost $70 in points to spend in the birchbox store.

This is correct. And after you calculate the per-box cost after adjusting for points, it's what I refer to as "justification math."

 

[Disneyfan]

Justification math - Oh I see:

Monthly - taking points into account - $5 a box ($60/12 months)

Subscription - taking points into account - $2.50 a box  ($29/12 months)

 

[RenoFab]

Quote: Originally Posted by Disneyfan /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Am I doing the math right here?

With yearly 99 code:

12 month yearly subscription = $99 out of pocket

99 points with code = almost $10 to spend in the store.

then assuming 5 products in each box for 12 months = 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store

At the end of one year, before points expire -  gives you 699 points OR almost $70 in points to spend in the birchbox store.

IF you do monthly, you spend $120 for a one year subscription (12 months X $10).

You get 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store. 

So, the advantage of yearly subscription is:

A savings of $21 and an additional 99 points to spend in the store.

I'm on monthly, but thinking I should upgrade. 
Do you get 99 EXTRA points with the code? If so, don't you also get 99 points for the amount you spent? Making it 198 pts. Or is the code just for a discount on the annual sub which is usually $110?

 

[PeridotCricket]

  Am I doing the math right here? With yearly 99 code: 12 month yearly subscription = $99 out of pocket 99 points with code = almost $10 to spend in the store. then assuming 5 products in each box for 12 months = 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store At the end of one year, before points expire -  gives you 699 points OR almost $70 in points to spend in the birchbox store. IF you do monthly, you spend $120 for a one year subscription (12 months X $10). You get 600 points for reviewing or $60 to spend in the store.  So, the advantage of yearly subscription is: A savings of $21 and an additional 99 points to spend in the store. I'm on monthly, but thinking I should upgrade. 

Do you get 99 EXTRA points with the code? If so, don't you also get 99 points for the amount you spent? Making it 198 pts. Or is the code just for a discount on the annual sub which is usually $110?

It's 99 points total with this promotion. 1 point for every dollar you spend. That's why I haven't upgraded yet. I'm waiting for a double points promo.

 

[meaganola]

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


It's 99 points total with this promotion. 1 point for every dollar you spend. That's why I haven't upgraded yet. I'm waiting for a double points promo.
You're not really saving anything, though.  $99/year plus 99 (rounding up to 100 because chances are high at least one of those months will be a six-item box.  I get at least two six-item boxes a year) points plus 600 feedback points equals an average per-box price of $2.50 ($100 - $70 in points = $30/12 months = $2.50).  $110/year plus 110 points (for the dollars spent) plus 110 (for the double points) plus 600 feedback points averages out to... an average per-box price of $2.50 (I'm rounding down to 100 points for each of the 110-point increments because you can't really do anything with 20 points, but chances are slim that you'll get enough six-item boxes to make up that 80-point gap) (and the math:  $110 - $80 in points = $30/12 months = $2.50).  Exactly the same.  It might *feel* like you're getting a better deal because extra points!  But mathematically, it breaks down to exactly the same per-box cost, so you're basically spending $11 more on your subscription in order to get $10 more in points.

 

[Babs]

Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  You're not really saving anything, though.  $99/year plus 99 (rounding up to 100 because chances are high at least one of those months will be a six-item box.  I get at least two six-item boxes a year) points plus 600 feedback points equals an average per-box price of $2.50 ($100 - $70 in points = $30/12 months = $2.50).  $110/year plus 110 points (for the dollars spent) plus 110 (for the double points) plus 600 feedback points averages out to... an average per-box price of $2.50 (I'm rounding down to 100 points for each of the 110-point increments because you can't really do anything with 20 points, but chances are slim that you'll get enough six-item boxes to make up that 80-point gap) (and the math:  $110 - $80 in points = $30/12 months = $2.50).  Exactly the same.  It might *feel* like you're getting a better deal because extra points!  But mathematically, it breaks down to exactly the same per-box cost, so you're basically spending $11 more on your subscription in order to get $10 more in points.
I did this exact math and realize the 99/yr is the better option.

 

[Disneyislife]

What are the current Promo codes?  I'm new to BB.

 

[mrst909]

Does anyone know if BB sends a promo code during your birthday month and if so how much is it usually? Or do they just send anniversary codes?

 

[kawaiiwoofs]

Does anyone know if BB sends a promo code during your birthday month and if so how much is it usually? Or do they just send anniversary codes?

Nope. Just anniversary

 

[mrst909]

Nope. Just anniversary

dang! Thanks. I got a 6 month code in February but I don't think it's good anymore...

 

[meaganola]

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dang! Thanks. I got a 6 month code in February but I don't think it's good anymore...
They're good for a two-week window after you receive one, so it's probably expired at this point, but just hang on a couple of months because you'll get another one for your 9-month!  If you don't get one for a month when other people are reporting getting one (if my last code is any indication, they're sent out around the 15th of the month), check this thread for the code for your particular month:

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/141017/birchbox-anniversary-codes#post_2288630

They usually activate codes for accounts that hit the milestones even if they don't get the emails sent out.

(Psst, @kawaiimeows -- There's also one for 25% off at 34 months!  The code is SPECIAL34.)

 

[kawaiimeows]

Thanks @meaganola !!

 

[mrst909]

Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  They're good for a two-week window after you receive one, so it's probably expired at this point, but just hang on a couple of months because you'll get another one for your 9-month!  If you don't get one for a month when other people are reporting getting one (if my last code is any indication, they're sent out around the 15th of the month), check this thread for the code for your particular month:

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/141017/birchbox-anniversary-codes#post_2288630

They usually activate codes for accounts that hit the milestones even if they don't get the emails sent out.

(Psst, @kawaiimeows -- There's also one for 25% off at 34 months!  The code is SPECIAL34.)
Thanks so much--that's really helpful!

 

[kotoko]

I'm so excited because I snagged that Yearly99 code at the last second last night! (And sure as heck paid for it in lack of sleep this morning.. Whew!)

 

[RenoFab]

Ok ladies I have a Birchbox story to tell and need your input. 

So my bf and I broke up a few months ago. I had bought him a 6 month Birchbox Man sub and he just got his last box last month. I was the one that did all his reviews so I went into his account and gifted myself $30 worth of GC's to my second sub. Felt a little guilty but not really. He would have never used them. I then bought the BP trio with a discount code for %20 off and with the points I had on this sub and the GC's it was FREE. I also got a Pick 2 of course. 

The Pick 2 was shipped separately and I got that like three weeks ago but for some reason the BP trio took a while and I got it yesterday. The box was crushed and the shampoo inside had leaked about 30% of the product. The conditioner and leave-in were fine though. I took pictures of the box and the items inside and described that only the shampoo was damaged and leaked in an email to Birchbox CS last night. 

By the time I woke up, the CS rep had sent me a reply that they would not only be replacing my item, they would also be giving me an additional 100 points into my account! I thought WOW! That is great, I really ONLY wanted the shampoo replaced since I love it and losing 30% of it was sad. Maybe it was even 25%. 

Anywho, I check my email later and there is an email confirmation and I check the items and they are replacing the ENTIRE BP TRIO PLUS MY PICK TWO!!!!! I feel awful about this! I want to email them back and tell them that I really only needed the shampoo, but it is already shipped. I do not like taking advantage of companies because then I feel that slowly they do not make as much profit and our perks as customers become less. (i.e. Julep). 

What should I do? Should I see this as a "we know you are going thru a break-up and could use a little present" sign? I want to email them back and at least say something. I was really clear that ONLY the shampoo was damaged.