GlossyBox - June 2012

[iugirl13]

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

Hi Everyone!

I've been reading this forum for a few months now and a big fan of beauty products but only got into the sub boxes in the past two months...how fun!!

Quick Question...I received the Ahava in my GB and it was all over everything, like many other boxes here. I was kinda bummed but was on the fence about contacting GB and thinking that I would just go and order one online, but when I went to the Ahava site this morning, noticed that the sample was $8.00. In your experience, is it a good idea to contact them about a leaked sample (I mean there was basically nothing left in the bottle) and I think the Wella leaked, as well.

Thanks for any feedback!!

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I emailed them about my spilled AHAVA and they wanted to know the extent of the damage so they would know what needed to be fixed. I emailed them about the damage yesterday and they got back to me today telling me they would be sending me a new one. I feel like it is always a good idea to email them just so they know that this happened and what they need to do next time to make sure it doesn't happen again. I would just email them and tell them that the Wella and the AHAVA leaked.

 

[JessP]

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

For those of you that received the Shea Terra, do you love it? I kept reading good things about the Bourbon Vanilla...any other suggestions? I went to their site and you can order the minis in a bunch of scents...thought those would be nice to throw in the handbag since they seems really nice.

Love this product! I've been using it constantly for the past few days, and I don't even need to because it works so nicely lol. I just really like the smell (I got Bananas & Baobabs).

 

[Dots]

Originally Posted by iugirl13 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I emailed them about my spilled AHAVA and they wanted to know the extent of the damage so they would know what needed to be fixed. I emailed them about the damage yesterday and they got back to me today telling me they would be sending me a new one. I feel like it is always a good idea to email them just so they know that this happened and what they need to do next time to make sure it doesn't happen again. I would just email them and tell them that the Wella and the AHAVA leaked.

Okay, I took your suggestion and just e-mailed them, hopefully I hear back!  /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Thank You!

 

[Dots]

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

Love this product! I've been using it constantly for the past few days, and I don't even need to because it works so nicely lol. I just really like the smell (I got Bananas & Baobabs).

Is it greasy at all or just moisturizing? I wash my hands all the time so they tend to be dry.

 

[JessP]

Quote: Originally Posted by Dots 

Is it greasy at all or just moisturizing? I wash my hands all the time so they tend to be dry.

It does feel a bit greasy when you first apply it, but it absorbs into a more powdery/dry finish (if that makes sense) after a minute or two. I find it to be really moisturizing and longer-lasting than a regular lotion-type product.

 

[Dots]

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

It does feel a bit greasy when you first apply it, but it absorbs into a more powdery/dry finish (if that makes sense) after a minute or two. I find it to be really moisturizing and longer-lasting than a regular lotion-type product.

Ooh yay!! Thank You! I was TRYING to be good, but I may need to give in and order a few.

 

[lovepink]

YUM white chocolate!  I got Bourbon Vanilla

Originally Posted by shanny21 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I finally got my Glossybox today! (first one yay!) I was a little nervous about the box, especially since I hadn't had any credit card or customer service issues (so far), I figured it was about my time for something bad to happen lol. I did get the wella, the mascara, the urban organics perfume (only half full), the white chocolate Shea terra, the kinerase, and the shave cream. 

When I opened the perfume vial to smell it, my cat who was sitting by me started sniffing, looked grosses out, and then got up and left! So I guess if you hate cats, this is the perfume for you!

 

[JessP]

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



Ooh yay!! Thank You! I was TRYING to be good, but I may need to give in and order a few.

Sure! I want to try more of the scents myself and have been checking their site out, too. I'll probably place an order next week lol!

 

[maclothier]

I received my first Glossybox yesterday.  My Ahava body wash had opened and spilled all over the other contents.  I didn't stop to take a picture!  LOL  I cleaned up that mess ASAP, since it was sitting on my bed.  I rinsed off the products and had to throw the pretty box away.  I didn't bother calling.  Frankly, I'm not sure they would have cared and I didn't want to waste my time and get frustrated.  This was my FIRST box FFS!!  The Ofra eye shadow was a mustard-gold color. Hmm.  However, the worst product by far was the perfume.  I have to preface this by saying I am not one of those that hates perfume samples.  I love them!  I must have at least 75 little vials not to mention my personal stash of full size luxury perfumes.  I love perfume!  When I put this on, my son said I smelled like potpourri and my husband said I smelled like Pine Sol.  Hah!  I'm not sure what I'm going to do. If it was just a $10 subscription, I'd keep it around to see what happens...but $21.  Sheesh...I just don't know.  

 

[MissLindaJean]

I got Bourban Vanilla as well and love it!! I like vanilla scented butters because they're easy to layer with other scents 

 

[TinaMarina]

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

I may be the only one here who actually doesn't mind the Urban Organic perfume lol!

Same here. 

  I wouldn't spend $65 for it, but I'll definitely use the sample.

 

[Dots]

Gosh, all of their scents sound like a holiday dessert that we should be eating, but they all sound so lovely!

 

[JessP]

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


Same here. 

  I wouldn't spend $65 for it, but I'll definitely use the sample.

Agreed! I think we're the two odd men (ladies) out on this /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[TheNittyPretty]

Well, my box arrived today and to my dismay... add me to the list of people who had Ahava destroy the box, and the excitement. The flip top cap flips open and shut effortlessly and there is no safety seal. That stuff COMPLETELY emptied out into the box and all over everything else. Aside from an empty ahava bottle and a messy box, I got the tiny Vbeaute tubes, the Ofra eyeshadow in Never Black which is not a nice color in my opinion (guess I'll try using it as a base or something), I got that nasty smelling perfume oil, and the shave cream. This box totally sucks!!! Even if nothing leaked, it still would suck! Not happy at all!! I emailed the CS and let them know I expect either a full refund of this box or a replacement. If I don't hear something back, I'll email them again, and again, and again. I better get heard and compensated. $21.00 is too much to spend on a disappoinment of this magnitude. Here's looking forward to my Birchbox and Myglam bag showing up soon to cheer me up.

 

[princess2010]

Kittables I'm in south Florida too! Yes it STILL shows its in Maryland and has been there since June 29th. I'm dying here!

 

[MakeupGalore]

I am starting to feel super lucky that I received a box with the Ahava and my box was totally in tact and unharmed. AND I live in hot as can be southern Arizona!

 

[MyriadVoices]

Originally Posted by MakeupGalore /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I am starting to feel super lucky that I received a box with the Ahava and my box was totally in tact and unharmed. AND I live in hot as can be southern Arizona!

Me, too! I don't live in AZ, but it's hot and super humid here! I think the day I got mine was the same day all my Facebook friends were posting photos of their car gauges and phone apps with 108 degree highs... I got the AHAVA and not a single drop had leaked out. I hope everyone has that luck next time! I always feel bad for people who get damaged stuff. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[TheNittyPretty]

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

Agreed! I think we're the two odd men (ladies) out on this /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Okay, I ranted earlier (was just really mad about the Ahava spillage) and mentioned the perfume oil smelled nasty. At first smell, it was odd. I put a dab on my wrists, rubbed my wrists together and waited a bit. Now the smell is quite delicate! I can smell the lemon, ginger, and basil.  It's actually quite summery and nice. So I take back what I said. I'd still like them to replace it because the card is stained and damaged and the vial isn't even 1/2 full. Otherwise, it's nice.

 

[JessP]

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

Okay, I ranted earlier (was just really mad about the Ahava spillage) and mentioned the perfume oil smelled nasty. At first smell, it was odd. I put a dab on my wrists, rubbed my wrists together and waited a bit. Now the smell is quite delicate! I can smell the lemon, ginger, and basil.  It's actually quite summery and nice. So I take back what I said. I'd still like them to replace it because the card is stained and damaged and the vial isn't even 1/2 full. Otherwise, it's nice.

Cool, I'm glad you gave it a chance! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[tilliefairy]

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

For those of you that received the Shea Terra, do you love it? I kept reading good things about the Bourbon Vanilla...any other suggestions? I went to their site and you can order the minis in a bunch of scents...thought those would be nice to throw in the handbag since they seems really nice.

I got the Banana Shea Terra a couple of months ago from Beauty Army. I may be in the minority here but I didn't like it. It was way to thick and didn't blend in well. I also hated having to stick my finger in the tub b/c once it gets under your nail its hard to get it off. If I get it in my box its going up for trade.

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

Still waiting in Little Rock, AR, too.  My shipping info hasn't updated since the 3rd and says it's still in Indiana. 

  I am really not happy with this shipping issue.

I live in Camden, AR and haven't got mine either. I think Arkansas must be a shipping black hole!!