Birchbox: The June Box discussion
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tweakabell
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A size reference for those who are a little confused about what I am rambling about
Left: A free sample of eye cream from Beauty Bar (1 of 3) Weighing in at 5g in a FOIL packet
Right: Dr Jart's from my BB weighing in at 6g in a PLASTIC tube (According to Zadi only 2g of which is actually product, Thx for the update)
I got a free sample of eye care (probably at least a week's worth of morning and night applications) that contains more product than the sample I paid for from BB which has to cover my entire face.
SMH, BB and Dr. J, SMH.
Left: A free sample of eye cream from Beauty Bar (1 of 3) Weighing in at 5g in a FOIL packet
Right: Dr Jart's from my BB weighing in at 6g in a PLASTIC tube (According to Zadi only 2g of which is actually product, Thx for the update)
I got a free sample of eye care (probably at least a week's worth of morning and night applications) that contains more product than the sample I paid for from BB which has to cover my entire face.
SMH, BB and Dr. J, SMH.
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Maybe I'm the only one who liked my sample of BB cream. I have only used BB cream for over a year now and while I love my SKIN79, I was excited to try out another kind. I was able to get a few days of application out of it. With that said I do agree that the bottle is very misleading and the pics of the tube against the light really shocked me. I agree this is not deluxe sample sized and birchbox has done that for a long time. Those perfume samples have never been deluxe and you can get them for free, yet those seem to be one of birchbox's favorite items to add. Last months was disappointing for all the sizes of the products I got. This month I think was better for me at least with an eyeko jumbo pencil though having 2 extras and one being for a man was kinda disappointing. I did join Glossybox and the sample sizes I got last month was so much better. If I continue to like Glossybox I might drop birchbox again.
One thing about BB cream I do want to mention is that you don't need as much as you do foundation. That is why I might have gotten more use out of mine, or maybe mine just had more. Idk I didn't do the light test.
One thing about BB cream I do want to mention is that you don't need as much as you do foundation. That is why I might have gotten more use out of mine, or maybe mine just had more. Idk I didn't do the light test.
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It's so weird to me that the 'sample' of Dr Jart's premium BB cream that went out in Sephora's summer sun box was soooooooooooo much bigger- 10 mls! I still haven't used it up, and already bought a full size tube (with free shipping and $20 off using Birchbox points). I couldn't give the water fuse a fair comparison, since that tiny blue tube only had enough in it to use it twice.
To those who got box #26 this month- how many mls is the Dr Jart sample of premium BB cream?
To those who got box #26 this month- how many mls is the Dr Jart sample of premium BB cream?
tweakabell
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I haven't touched mine yet, I am too sad lol. I know I got more product out of the Jouer Moisturizing tint then I thought I would. I was just very disappointed, as this was a product I was really looking forward to. I am not faulting anyone who is happy with their box, I think I am just happier with my SS box even though there is less variety. I had planned to keep both subs for that reason but I feel like my money is being wasted on BB
. I really will miss them they definitely helped me wade into the world of beauty (my family is full of tomboys, I'm slowly learning on my own).
Edit: I would definitely stick with BB if I was a person who got lots of referrals, as their point system is AWESOME. I am a bit of a loner though so it is not a selling point for me.
Edit: I would definitely stick with BB if I was a person who got lots of referrals, as their point system is AWESOME. I am a bit of a loner though so it is not a selling point for me.
tweakabell
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I'm jealous of the Sephora one now lol
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I am with you ladies! I also got box #3 and am not that happy with it. It is my first box and I am very disappointed! The amount in the Dr. Jart BB cream is a shame, I am really having a hard time getting any product out. I am about to cut it open and see if there is anything in it. Really turns me off to the Dr. Jart brand. But.......
Originally Posted by tweakabell /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I haven't touched mine yet, I am too sad lol. I know I got more product out of the Jouer Moisturizing tint then I thought I would. I was just very disappointed, as this was a product I was really looking forward to. I am not faulting anyone who is happy with their box, I think I am just happier with my SS box even though there is less variety. I had planned to keep both subs for that reason but I feel like my money is being wasted on BB. I really will miss them they definitely helped me wade into the world of beauty (my family is full of tomboys, I'm slowly learning on my own).
Edit: I would definitely stick with BB if I was a person who got lots of referrals, as their point system is AWESOME. I am a bit of a loner though so it is not a selling point for me.
I feel the same way about $ being wasted on BB. In the last 3 months I havent used anything from any of my boxes more then once. I get way more use out of GB & Myglam so im sticking with them. BB is just not for me. Im cancelling after I recieve my order from redeemed points.
tweakabell
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Yea 3 vials of perfume in the last 4 months was one of my issues. I've used some of my samples from BB but because they are getting smaller I find myself saving them for special occasions instead of trying them.
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I think what kinda aggrivates me the most is that some people got 7 products in their box while other people (like me) only got 5. So after leaving feedback, I'll only get 50 points while other people will get 60 or 70. That's not right and it's not fair. So now I have to wait until after my July box to build up my points to the amount I need so I can get something... then I'll probably cancel. I don't know, for me it's resting on the July Glamour Box. I like everything that came in my June box but the value and number of contents of each box needs to be equal... seriously. Each month I'm getting more and more turned off and less excited about this sub. At least with Glossybox and SS, I use EVERYTHING in my boxes! One more month will tell for me.
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Originally Posted by Linabunnie /img/forum/go_quote.gif
That looks similar to the one I got... April was my first month. Was your Befine sample box expired by like... 3 freakin years like mine was?!?! At least I got 100 BB points for that SNAFU but first that, then the empty Dr. Jart tube, then a box this month with only 5 products (including the lifestyle "extra") so I only get 50 feedback points while other people get 70... it's just not right.(I think you know what I mean because I'm pretty sure you and I were box #11 twins, LOL!)
tweakabell
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I would have rather got 5 deluxe sized products to review than a box full of samples that can be picked up for free. The rose water and the Stainiac were the only items even close to a deluxe size sample. The shampoo and conditioner I have for review won't do one application on my hair. The BB cream is a packet sized amount. The perfume (if mine hadn't spilled) seems to be the same volume as a normal vial just configured to look like more. The rose water and Stainiac were fine and the box of Band-Aids that they say is worth $15 but can be found for $3-$10 online at many stores. Those were my 7 samples to review.
1.BB Cream
2.Stainiac
3. Shampoo
4.Conditioner
5.Rose water
6.Band-Aids
7.Perfume
1.BB Cream
2.Stainiac
3. Shampoo
4.Conditioner
5.Rose water
6.Band-Aids
7.Perfume
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Not thrilled with my June box. If I don't like the July box I am canceling.
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Oompa Loompa, do-ba-dee-doo...
So I tried my Comodynes tanning cloths. I'm sure you can all guess where this is going.. lol. I followed the directions exactly and I still turned out orange and streaky (and to top it off, I forgot to do my feet, so I look like I'm wearing orange leggings!) I only did my legs, not sure if I want to try the 2nd cloth to see if I can even it out, or might that make it worse?
So I tried my Comodynes tanning cloths. I'm sure you can all guess where this is going.. lol. I followed the directions exactly and I still turned out orange and streaky (and to top it off, I forgot to do my feet, so I look like I'm wearing orange leggings!) I only did my legs, not sure if I want to try the 2nd cloth to see if I can even it out, or might that make it worse?
tweakabell
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I'm so sorry, but that made me laugh. Is it really that bad?
Same here, I had to unsub to the "July spoiler thread" or else I might be sucked back in lol
Originally Posted by TheNittyPretty /img/forum/go_quote.gif
That looks similar to the one I got... April was my first month. Was your Befine sample box expired by like... 3 freakin years like mine was?!?! At least I got 100 BB points for that SNAFU but first that, then the empty Dr. Jart tube, then a box this month with only 5 products (including the lifestyle "extra") so I only get 50 feedback points while other people get 70... it's just not right.(I think you know what I mean because I'm pretty sure you and I were box #11 twins, LOL!)
The Befine, yep sure was expired. SMH
