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Originally Posted by lovesmakeup2012 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


At least I can return the "HE products" that I've purchased if I don't like them. Nothing in the box looks good, imo. Then you all come back crying about a new subscription you despise.  I'll stick w/ the subscriptions I already have. Enjoy!
If we dont "come back crying" about it, how will people ever know what its like...I believe its called a review. If its good then everyone jumps on the bandwagon. If its not then those of us who tried it out are out a little $.

I also dont think this thread was an invitation to JOIN...it is a discussion ABOUT the box subscription itself.

 
Why be so rude? Attitude is not necessary and is mostly perplexing....

Originally Posted by lovesmakeup2012 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

At least I can return the "HE products" that I've purchased if I don't like them. Nothing in the box looks good, imo. Then you all come back crying about a new subscription you despise.  I'll stick w/ the subscriptions I already have. Enjoy!
 
I can understand not wanting to sign up for just anything however when a company hasn't launched then there are no sites to go get reviews from - which is why sites like MUT exist for members to talk about products especially new and upcoming products.

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

If we dont "come back crying" about it, how will people ever know what its like...I believe its called a review.
This made me chuckle... because it's true.

Edit: I actually appreciate when people tell me why they like or dislike certain items. Often times it helps me decide if I want to try something or not based on my own preferences.

 
This is one of the reasons I'm soooo hooked on MUT. I do like the fact I've been exposed to lots of new subs, beauty related anything! My wallet doesn't appreciate it, but my inner fawning, ego centric beauty diva luuuurves it lol. I know a lot of people want to do the "rosey posey" glasses and relegate all the complainers/negative comments to a seperate thread, but I find it's helpful to read ALL the info on subs. That's life, good and bad. Other people's experiences and opinions do factor in a bit when I consider these services and whether they'd be pleasing to me. My decisions aren't ruled by others' reviews, but do factor in a bit. Some people have had issues like damaged products, expired products, overcharging. Those are important factors that play into whether or not I want to get in on a sub, not just the contents. CS is another huge part. Also, info available and professionalism are up on my list as well.

That said, to the Boxmonthly rep, your company's website is a bit vague and does not seem well put together. I get you're a start up, but the lack of info/FAQ is not inspiring. Your overall charge for your box at the moment is $17, at your "promotional" rate. Considering what other subs are charging and going from the display picture posted above and on your website, it looks more like a home made gift basket and not that professional. 

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

Jesse's Girl? Really?! I don't think Jesse (the owner of Jesse's Girl) does subscription boxes, that is work with them. I spoke with him (and I have a post coming up on their upcoming products) at CPNA and he didn't seem to know what beauty box subscriptions were. Odd.
 So, Representative of Box Monthly , care to comment on this?

 
Can I just throw something out there?

When you open a sub, please invest in a good, professional-looking website. Please invest in professionally printed collaterals. Please disclose  on your website the origin of your products.  Otherwise, I am not sure why you should bother unless you are trying to scam innocent consumers.

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

I am a representative of Boxmonthly and did immediately reply to the customers request.  The product you are referring to is Pureology Precious Oil and it was sent from the company and is perfect.  The snacks are also from a company and they are good till 2/13 so it is not true that they are expired at all.  I refunded her money, because she was upset and that's what she asked for.  I was not aware of anything breaking.

The box was sent the items in a priority box from the post office and I assume something happened in the delivery process in the handling from the post office.  Boxmonthly is open to suggestions about alternative packaging and ideas.  We also are looking for people to work with us.  

This was not listed as purely a beauty box and we were integrating other features into it as the concept is for women to feel good about themselves as well as look good.  
I would love to know how it is that your company sends out beauty/lifestyle samples but does not know what a B.B. cream is. This is a quote from an email that Lori (the owner) to the client she sent a damaged box to.
“Hi,
Great information.  You made me laugh.    What is BB cream?  Burts Bees?â€
  Also, what is your excuse about when this customer tried to show you (via pictures from her Facebook page) exactly how bad the box was that you blocked her? Are you denying future clients an HONEST view of your company ? I honestly hope she finds the courage to make her video and post it to YouTube. I have seen the pictures. The items are old, dusty, and in various states of disarray. I feel sorry for the client who got that box. I feel sorry for the people who see your Facebook page, not realizing you BAN anyone who gives an HONEST opinion of what they received from your company. When a company refuses to have transparency with their customers then the company is not worthy of my time or my money.

 
By the way,hello everyone!
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 I am Becca. I have read tons of posts and had so much fun reading these forums. You all make talking about make-up so much fun and give such awesome honest reviews. I really enjoy the entire forum. I have never talked and just recently made an actual profile but I am the kinda girl who usually prefers to listen and watch before jumping into the conversation. I hope to get to know you all and wish everyone an excellent week.

Warmest Regards,

Becca R.

 
I subscribed to this box and I am waiting on it still, it might be in the mail now I haven't checked yet. I will post my opinion once I get it..

 
Just received an email stating my box was on its way and should get it by the end of the week.....

(no tracking #) so I emailed and asked for one.

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

Just received an email stating my box was on its way and should get it by the end of the week.....

(no tracking #) so I emailed and asked for one.
I contacted them yesterday about the shipping because I was told a week or two ago that all boxes should have been shipped and received last month. I was told that I would get it by the end of this week. I never got a tracking number either..

 
Wow... At this point the only people who would not know what a BB Cream is are those who never see any beauty news, do any beauty research, read any fashion and beauty blogs and magazines and never go to stores like Sephora. Seriously, the BB ads are everywhere these days, even on TV!

I wouldn't want to give my money to a company (or is it just 1 person?) that has been living under a rock for the past several years.

Originally Posted by LunaFaerie79 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I would love to know how it is that your company sends out beauty/lifestyle samples but does not know what a B.B. cream is. This is a quote from an email that Lori (the owner) to the client she sent a damaged box to.
“Hi,
Great information.  You made me laugh.    What is BB cream?  Burts Bees?â€
 
Well the drama certainly is going up on this company. I'm not going to get into it here - yet - until I do some more research on this company. Suffice it to say it has shades of The Posh Pod all over it. Enough red flags were raised for me to start an "investigation" into Box Monthly.

 
It is weird that on their site, or wordpress I guess, that all of the comments everyone wrote have been deleted and you cannot comment anymore..

 
LOL....I do not know if you can open a magazine without seeing an ad for at least one BB (beauty balm) product. They have been THE product of the year for sure. :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> It is still new to a lot of consumers, but for a company that is sending out monthly boxes the person who owns said company should be on the up&up when it comes to these products. That is just my humble opinion. :) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 
I don't know how I missed the initials.  I have a couple of beauty balms that I love, but with BB is birchbox here more commonly, I just couldn't figure out how that fit in the context.
 

 
http://6monkeysinabarrel.com/2012/08/01/box-monthly-updated-with-pictures/

What that blogger is reporting is that at one point in time Box Monthly had an award that claimed they were the best beauty box subscription company out there. Really?! How can something that just launched be the BEST?! After being called out on it was removed. The more I find out about this company the more it comes off as another Posh Pod. Between the owner claiming she's disabled and was in a wheelchair, to her mom being confused by the "mean" comments due to having Alzheimer's to her giving friends with cancer free products makes me think she's Gina/Silver incarnate (and she's not as far as I've been able to determine).

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

http://6monkeysinabarrel.com/2012/08/01/box-monthly-updated-with-pictures/

What that blogger is reporting is that at one point in time Box Monthly had an award that claimed they were the best beauty box subscription company out there. Really?! How can something that just launched be the BEST?! After being called out on it was removed. The more I find out about this company the more it comes off as another Posh Pod. Between the owner claiming she's disabled and was in a wheelchair, to her mom being confused by the "mean" comments due to having Alzheimer's to her giving friends with cancer free products makes me think she's Gina/Silver incarnate (and she's not as far as I've been able to determine).
Wow!

 

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