Birchbox September 2013

[spmblueeyez]

I just got an email. 25% off for my 16th box. Y u tempt me, birchbox? I'm trying to SAVE points!

 

[basementsong]

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

Has anyone had any luck getting BB to use discount codes retroactively? I just got a 21% off code for my 21st month three days after I put in an order.


I think I saw something in their FAQs once about applying new codes to past orders, but within a tight time frame -- probably like 3 days. Maybe give them a call and see if they can retroactively apply it?

 

[kawaiimeows]

Quote: Originally Posted by basementsong /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
omg. Totally missed the memo that this collab was happening, but your posts just inspired me to buy the skirt in this pattern! SO CUTE.

http://www.target.com/QuickInfoView?partNumber=14617745&width=700&overlayId=QuickView

I was seriously thinking about going back and ordering this skirt!!! So many things that I wanted to get that weren't at my store are out of stock online now, but that's one of the few awesome items that's left. I have the navy blue one and the cut is SO good. I have a small waist but big butt/thighs so its really figure flattering.

 

[lindalou3]

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


I was expecting more from this list. Anyone else feel that way??

***thanks for giving me the link!!***
I totally feel the same way as you do.  I wrote to CS suggesting that a better way to do a discount in celebration of their 3rd anniversary would be to give us all 30% off our favorites from all of our previous boxes...or maybe things we stashed in our favorites.  We all have our personal faves from boxes we've received...and none of my favorites are on the all time customer faves list.  So that 30% off code is basically wasted on me. 

 

[goldenmeans]

I went to the Birchbox Local event again at lunch. No idea how I made it all the way downtown and back up again in an hour, but I did!

I got:

-- DDF eye cream, again because I really like it so far

-- Benefit Gimme Brow

-- Becca Skin Perfector

-- Origins Dermabrasion

-- Smashbox Primer

-- Chuao candy bar

I wish they would do this more often!

 

[goldenmeans]

Double post

 

[evildrporkchop]

Quote: Originally Posted by goldenmeans /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I went to the Birchbox Local event again at lunch. No idea how I made it all the way downtown and back up again in an hour, but I did!

I got:

-- DDF eye cream, again because I really like it so far

-- Benefit Gimme Brow

-- Becca Skin Perfector

-- Origins Dermabrasion

-- Smashbox Primer

-- Chuao candy bar

I wish they would do this more often!

Did they put out any new samples? The Becca is the only thing I didn't see when I was there on Friday.

 

[hindsighting]

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

I think I saw something in their FAQs once about applying new codes to past orders, but within a tight time frame -- probably like 3 days. Maybe give them a call and see if they can retroactively apply it?

Thanks for letting me know! I called and they refunded me 21%.

 

[goldenmeans]

Quote: Originally Posted by evildrporkchop /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
Did they put out any new samples? The Becca is the only thing I didn't see when I was there on Friday.

It looked like everything else was the same- the Becca was added where the Mally stuff had been when I was there last week.

 

[ariana077]

Quote: Originally Posted by IMDawnP /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I received box 17 which I was happy to get because I wanted the Hedge Fund so bad but didn't feel anything about the other items.

Hedge Fund looks gorgeous and is wearing fabulously. No chips at all and I am too lazy to use a base or a top coat. But it turns out I am totally loving the other items. The amika Blow Up Spray is great. It smells awesome and gives me the perfect amount of volume. I also broke down yesterday and tried the Dr. Jart  just to see and I think I get why everyone freaks for these BB/CC's. The Dr. Lipp feels exactly like Lansinoh which I also used on my lips back when I was nursing my kids so it will get used this winter for sure.

I haven't tested the mascara yet. Is the brush average sized or ?

I got this box too and unlike you I was SUPER pumped about everything in it.  The mascara is great, it really lengthens and curls your lashes.  I think I'll run my badgal benefit over them tomorrow and see if that helps volumize but the sample size is great and the brush size is a bit on the small side (but I've been using badgal so it could be that I'm used to the XL brush now that one comes with)

 

[kira685]

I never got a 3 month code /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> September was my 5th box.. oh well. I don't have any money to spend anyway lol

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by lexxies22 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by nikkimouse /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I really wanted the etoile and I still kick myself for not getting it

oh well


A friend gave me a $5 gift online via from gift app. I used it and ordered one etoile polish in urban violet. I got the pkg (they ship using fed ex) I paid $13 for one polish. When I opened the pkg, OMG! She gave me an extra polish for FREE! It's Misty Romance.

This is Urban Violet. Sorry for the sloppy heart; it kinda looks like a Mickey Mouse LOL.



This is misty Romance



The owner of etoile gave me a code to use 30% off on next order. Will do that next month. I'm impressed with the quality of etoile polish. Those are so sparkling due to diamonds dust. Beautiful colors!

 

[Sunnie045]

Just an FYI for those of you whose sea salt spray spilled. I got a response from Birchbox and they will be shipping me a replacement! Nothing else in my box was ruined by the spill so I was satisfied with this response.

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by KayEss /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I just ordered Folle de Joie! I feel so guilty, but with 30% off and $40 in points it cost me $28 instead of $98, plus a free pick two. Even the cheapest perfume isn't that cheap, so I will try not to feel too bad. I have been drooling over that perfume since I got a sample a few months ago. Hoping for an awesome pick two!
Don't feel guilty you got a great deal plus you used points. Enjoy!

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by JennG315 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 

Super Happy that I recieved my very first box (#17) with Birchbox...so here it is!!! 

 

 

(The Dr. Lipp is pretty tiny 0.1Fl. Oz and the Dr. Jart 0.17Fl. Oz...

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So when I first signed up & claimed my Birchbox on the 18th last month the Ruffian Nail polish was one of the reasons why! I also wanted to try Dr. Jart which I believe was in last month's box sadly I didnt sign up in time for September but I got Lucky this time around!!! 

Love 

 it!!! & this color "Hedge Fund" was my 1st choice.​

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That's a great first box!

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by jannie135 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  So I got the "dreaded" coastal scents quad, but unlike other quads I've gotten (from Ipsy) I really really liked the colors!! So I tried them out using the Nyx jumbo eye pencil in milk as a base (something I also learned from the Ipsy thread lol).

I got the Nyx item in a set of 6 because one was like 4 something and then I had a 20% off coupon and then $3 off at Ulta so I got them for like 14 bucks! Also I got the same CS quad in both my boxes lol...



Tadaa!



Conclusion: I won't go out of my way to buy these because they were really crumbly and if I didn't have a base I don't think they would have fared so well, but they lasted all night with primers! It was also a little difficult to blend. But I'm spoiled since I use mostly Urban Decay shadows lol.

I love make uppppppppp soooo much it hurts. lol

Pretty!

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by grayc /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Here is a picture of the Fox Hunt... i'm in LOVE with the color.  Great fall Red/Orange.



Love that color, might have to buy the set!

 

[spmblueeyez]

got one of my birchboxes, after seeing the Fox Hunt on someone, I might just stick it on my trade list... I was hoping it would be more orangey. Besides that, and MAYBE the hair spray, I'm surprised I'm excited for everything in my box! Can't wait to try the peel, and the lip gloss, can I just say FINALLY!!! Makeup has been my "can't have enough" and for MONTHS on this account I've watched everyone getting Cargo blush, lip gloss, mascara, eyeliner, etc while I've gotten no no makeup items at all. Lol I'm still bummed I never got the cargo blush, I have one thats almost empty and I LOVE it!

 

[kira685]

My sea salt spray leaked a little but didn't ruin anything in my box and it was still 2/3 full - more than enough to try it a few times. I haven't contacted cs solely because I don't want another one - I'd just trade it and I kind of don't want to have to ship it to someone in a trade since it obviously doesn't travel well. The demand for it on the swap list keeps making me double minded about my decision lol

 

[Moonittude]

I just got box ten. The skin perfecting polisher leaked and is now only half full. I took a picture, but now I'm trying to decide if it's worth contacting cs, because I also had a leaker last month. The perfume is berry berry strong, and is kind of giving me a headache, but I still think it is a fabulous box. I'm getting ready to paint my nails and toenails in foxhunt. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />