Birchbox: The June Box discussion

[Denise Moya]

I have found that calling BirchBox is much much faster than e-mailing.  The first time I called, I had to leave a voicemail but got a call back the very next day!! The last 2 times Ive called them, someone has answered right away. However, when I had to e-mail them, it took about 3-4 days to get a response. Hope this helps!

Thanks!

 

[SimplyChelle xX]

Originally Posted by ecgmjs12 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Has anyone tried the staniac as a cheek stain. I've used it for my lips but am nervous about trying it on my cheeks cause I dont want it to mess up my foundation.

I actually did not think that I liked the stainiac at all and traded the one I got in my first box.  When I got my second box, I decided to try it out and using my finger, dabbed 3 dots onto my cheek then blended it in. And this was over top of my foundation and powder because i was about to take my makeup off anyways before bed. Lo and Behold, I actually LIKED IT! I may actually take it off my trade list and use it when I go to the pool or beach for a little bit of color. However, I did not like it when applied on my lips, i guess it was something about the consistensy or the way it just did not go on evenly whatsoever!

 

[SimplyChelle xX]

Originally Posted by Denise Moya /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Thanks!

No problem! Good luck!!!

 

[Denise Moya]

No problem! Good luck!!!

They answered! Thanks again!

 

[SimplyChelle xX]

So I just wanted to see if anyone has thoughts or ideas on how to use the Melvita floral water. Do you use it as a facial toner, on your hair, or maybe as a refresher by the pool? Not quite sure if it would be effective as a toner or if it is safe to use on hair.... let me know what you guys think!! Thanks!

xX

 

[zadidoll]

I used it as a refresher while in Pasadena.

 

[Mandaqt532]

Hey guys, I am new here

   I received the Number 4 supercomb and I absolutely love it. Just ordered a full sized one from Birchbox using $20 I got from reviews. I ended up paying $14 and change for an amazing product! Yayyy!

 

[phoebehearts]

Originally Posted by SimplyChelle xX /img/forum/go_quote.gif

So I just wanted to see if anyone has thoughts or ideas on how to use the Melvita floral water. Do you use it as a facial toner, on your hair, or maybe as a refresher by the pool? Not quite sure if it would be effective as a toner or if it is safe to use on hair.... let me know what you guys think!! Thanks!

xX

I use it as a toner (not as much), as a face refresher on mornings/nights when I don't wash my face (I'm recovering from surgery and still not into my daily routine). I also use it in my hair. That's probably my favorite way to use it since I only wash my hair 2x a week, I use it in between just to make it smell nice. The scent doesn't last long on my hair but it is something that I like to use. I probably will order the full just for refreshing my hair.

 

[SimplyChelle xX]

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


I use it as a toner (not as much), as a face refresher on mornings/nights when I don't wash my face (I'm recovering from surgery and still not into my daily routine). I also use it in my hair. That's probably my favorite way to use it since I only wash my hair 2x a week, I use it in between just to make it smell nice. The scent doesn't last long on my hair but it is something that I like to use. I probably will order the full just for refreshing my hair.

Yeah I am thinking it would be nice to spray on the ends of my hair on days when i use dry shampoo at my roots. I also think I will pack it in my cooler when going to the pool or beach and spray my face/chest while laying out in the sun. Seems like a very versatile product. Oh and I wish you a speedy recovery!!!

 

[injectionenvy]

Did anybody get the Apothederm Stretch Mark Cream in their box? Just wondering if it works/ is worth nearly $90 for the full size

 

[ordinarysarah]

Originally Posted by SimplyChelle xX /img/forum/go_quote.gif

So I just wanted to see if anyone has thoughts or ideas on how to use the Melvita floral water. Do you use it as a facial toner, on your hair, or maybe as a refresher by the pool? Not quite sure if it would be effective as a toner or if it is safe to use on hair.... let me know what you guys think!! Thanks!

xX

I've been using it as a refresher towards the end of the day on my face and neck. ELF has a similar product I liked--it was actually like a "hairspray" for your makeup, but it was really refreshing with cucumber water. I've been wearing less makeup lately, so a refresher is really all I need. I've also been using it as a light perfume--if I just want a fresh scent instead of something overpowering. I also spritzed it a few times on my sheets before bed, and that was really nice! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Nisha760]

is there a trade thread for the june BB?

 

[Scooby Dynamite]

Originally Posted by Nisha760 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

is there a trade thread for the june BB?

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/121990/birchbox-open-trade-thread/1590#post_1897116

 

[marybbryant]

Originally Posted by princess2010 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I JUST got my June box. I got box 5 I believe.

It was the Borghese soap (hope it smells better wet)

Stainiac (I like it! Still prefer Benefit's tints but it's nice)

Bandaids (I use a ton of bandaids because of my psoriasis so I'm cool with these)

Ada Bronzer (Pretty golden peach color) I don't use a lot of bronzer but I might use this one.

My FAVORITE thing in the box is the Bvlgari Omnia Crytalline perfume. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!! I think I will buy a full bottle of this. I've been wearing the same fragrance for 10 years but I might switch to this!

I just purchased the full size Borghese soap, and it smells pretty much the same wet as it does dry.  I used it for the first time today, and didnt notice the scent on my skin after I rinsed it off.  I happen to like the scent, but I tend to like herby, woody type of scents.  I kept hoping I would get one in my BB, but never did so finally broke down and purchased it. That is one great big bar of soap!  I think its about the size of 4 regualr bath size bars.  I had to cut it in half so I could hold on to it in the shower. It left my dry skin feeling pretty moisturized, and not dry and tight, but I sitll had to use a body moisturizer afterwards.

Originally Posted by princess2010 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I JUST got my June box. I got box 5 I believe.

It was the Borghese soap (hope it smells better wet)

Stainiac (I like it! Still prefer Benefit's tints but it's nice)

Bandaids (I use a ton of bandaids because of my psoriasis so I'm cool with these)

Ada Bronzer (Pretty golden peach color) I don't use a lot of bronzer but I might use this one.

My FAVORITE thing in the box is the Bvlgari Omnia Crytalline perfume. I LOVE LOVE LOVE it!!!! I think I will buy a full bottle of this. I've been wearing the same fragrance for 10 years but I might switch to this!

 

[marybbryant]

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


I've been using it as a refresher towards the end of the day on my face and neck. ELF has a similar product I liked--it was actually like a "hairspray" for your makeup, but it was really refreshing with cucumber water. I've been wearing less makeup lately, so a refresher is really all I need. I've also been using it as a light perfume--if I just want a fresh scent instead of something overpowering. I also spritzed it a few times on my sheets before bed, and that was really nice! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Mario Badescu has a rosewater, aloe and herb facial spray that is similar too.  It has a floral scent that is mostly rose.  Its less expensive than the Melvita (7.00).  I mostly use it as a refresher, and was really glad to have it on the near 100 degree days we had in Boston last week.  I love the scent of cucumbers in the summertime, so might try the ELF spray too. Thanks for sharing that!

If anyone is interested, if you email Melvita with your address, they will send you samples of a few of their products.  I emailed them a couple of weeks ago, and recievied 6 or 7 samples a week later.  The samples were all organic skin care items. 

 

[princess2010]

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


I just purchased the full size Borghese soap, and it smells pretty much the same wet as it does dry.  I used it for the first time today, and didnt notice the scent on my skin after I rinsed it off.  I happen to like the scent, but I tend to like herby, woody type of scents.  I kept hoping I would get one in my BB, but never did so finally broke down and purchased it. That is one great big bar of soap!  I think its about the size of 4 regualr bath size bars.  I had to cut it in half so I could hold on to it in the shower. It left my dry skin feeling pretty moisturized, and not dry and tight, but I sitll had to use a body moisturizer afterwards.

Thanks for the review! I'm definitely going to give it a shot. The whole point of a sample service is to find new things to love so I'll embrace it. Sounds like the full bar is HUGE!

 

[tigrlilyem]

Has anyone tried the Kelly Van Gogh Protect and Illuminate tonic? I was curious how it compared to the No4, which left my hair so soft.

 

[yanelib27]

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

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


I've been using it as a refresher towards the end of the day on my face and neck. ELF has a similar product I liked--it was actually like a "hairspray" for your makeup, but it was really refreshing with cucumber water. I've been wearing less makeup lately, so a refresher is really all I need. I've also been using it as a light perfume--if I just want a fresh scent instead of something overpowering. I also spritzed it a few times on my sheets before bed, and that was really nice! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
Mario Badescu has a rosewater, aloe and herb facial spray that is similar too.  It has a floral scent that is mostly rose.  Its less expensive than the Melvita (7.00).  I mostly use it as a refresher, and was really glad to have it on the near 100 degree days we had in Boston last week.  I love the scent of cucumbers in the summertime, so might try the ELF spray too. Thanks for sharing that!

If anyone is interested, if you email Melvita with your address, they will send you samples of a few of their products.  I emailed them a couple of weeks ago, and recievied 6 or 7 samples a week later.  The samples were all organic skin care items. 

Thanks for the tip! 

 

[PeridotCricket]

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

Mario Badescu has a rosewater, aloe and herb facial spray that is similar too.  It has a floral scent that is mostly rose.  Its less expensive than the Melvita (7.00).  I mostly use it as a refresher, and was really glad to have it on the near 100 degree days we had in Boston last week.  I love the scent of cucumbers in the summertime, so might try the ELF spray too. Thanks for sharing that!

 

If anyone is interested, if you email Melvita with your address, they will send you samples of a few of their products.  I emailed them a couple of weeks ago, and recievied 6 or 7 samples a week later.  The samples were all organic skin care items. 


Wow, thanks for the tip. I e-mailed Jouer about samples 3 weeks ago. I know I was late, but they still have them available. I missed out on getting Jouer lip products in my Birchbox because I was not able to sign up until March 29. I am still waiting for my Jouer samples to arrive. They have very nice customer service and a prompt response, and you get to choose your samples from a list they have available. Be sure to use the info@ address if you e-mail Jouer. Their contact us form is not so great at getting a prompt response.

 

[SimplyChelle xX]

Originally Posted by peridotcricket /img/forum/go_quote.gifWow, thanks for the tip. I e-mailed Jouer about samples 3 weeks ago. I know I was late, but they still have them available. I missed out on getting Jouer lip products in my Birchbox because I was not able to sign up until March 29. I am still waiting for my Jouer samples to arrive. They have very nice customer service and a prompt response, and you get to choose your samples from a list they have available. Be sure to use the info@ address if you e-mail Jouer. Their contact us form is not so great at getting a prompt response.
What did you say in the e-mail to jouer? Ive been wondering about this....How did you like the samples? and what did you choose?