Popsugar Must Have March 2015 *may contain spoilers*

[QuixoticGirly]

They won't let you off the wait list. I've tried before.

This box is really Meh for me as well I'm getting it free as a referral box so at least I didn't pay for it.

Thanks for letting me know! I guess I'll just have to wait & hope they are really sold out. I just ordered a couple of days ago, so maybe...I don't hate the box, I would use the travel bag for my wet bathing suit or SPF, but it's something I might pay a couple of bucks for.

I won't use the Bliss. I never use anything abrasive on my face. So, those are the two "high ticket" items. I love my wet brush, so the little one will go in my suitcase, I'm a Virgo, so I don't need a pack list, I have my own overly detailed one haha. The diffuser, I agree, they don't give off enough scent for me. I'm a candle girl, but this would be nice for the guest room. The popcorn & makeup samples are ok...

I agree, there is just not a wow item for me. Great value though, esp if you like Bliss. Hoping for an awesome April box for everyone!

 

[Kaistone]

The diffuser is so years gone by, I see them in the dollar store, Ross and mostly in the clearance sections of department store, not really a "hot" item. I've tried them years ago and was unhappy that they did not give off much of a scent, and my friends and relatives tried them and had the same opinion in the end. I don't use a brush much, and have two of the larger wet brushes. I agree with Miss Jexie the pouch does look cheap. The pack list is different, LOL, I just don't go anywhere often enough..... I don't think I'd find it when I finally needed it! Maybe Popsugar is concentrating on making a SUPER resort box?????? I can hope!...... But after last year's mess I'm still gun shy on taking the leap on buying that box.

Exactly, I'm glad I'm not the only one thinking this! I had one 6 years ago, and did not like it for the same reason, the scent did not carry much. I know people have complained about candles and scarves, but I will take them any day. That's why I signed up for Popsugar, lol! This box is ok, but doesn't do it for me at all. I'm still on a high after the February box, so I'll get over this lack luster March box... I guess. But please let April be good. I expect to feel a little luxury in my Popsugar boxes. And why or why do the pics on the brush packaging look to be from the 1990s!!!!!!

 

[blank2aa]

Call me crazy but I really like this box! On a side note does anybody else get their tracking number after its already delivered? This happens to me every month! 

 

[Teach22]

I think for me I have a hard time wrapping my head around the idea that the pink bag is one of the most expensive items in the box.  I mean I wanted a travel cosmetic bag but I would never ever pay that price so it kinda feels like the box is missing value.  I must say thank goodness for the benefit bonus items because without them I feel like the box would be severely lacking.    Even though they are sample/travel size they make it a bit more worth while for me I ve heard really good thing about that mascara and really like porefessional but for some reason I never buy it . I m happy to try the wet brush (I wasnt subscribed when they sent the other one) but I m kinda surprised they'd send another one.

 

[nicepenguins]

They sent a great diffuser a year or two ago from Barr and Co and it is very good at throwing scent. I still have it in my office but it is almost out. It was also a lot more expensive than this one, so maybe the expensive diffusers are good because they have more essential oils. I'll try this one and see how it is.

I like diffusers for offices because the smell helps the space feel more personal and comforting. We don't have windows that open so there isn't much fresh air where I work.

I agree that a diffuser isn't exactly a new or innovative item...

 

[MET]

nicepenguins, on 07 Mar 2015 - 09:25 AM, said:
They sent a great diffuser a year or two ago from Barr and Co and it is very good at throwing scent. I still have it in my office but it is almost out. It was also a lot more expensive than this one, so maybe the expensive diffusers are good because they have more essential oils. I'll try this one and see how it is.

I like diffusers for offices because the smell helps the space feel more personal and comforting. We don't have windows that open so there isn't much fresh air where I work.

I agree that a diffuser isn't exactly a new or innovative item...

nicepenguins, on 07 Mar 2015 - 09:25 AM, said:
They sent a great diffuser a year or two ago from Barr and Co and it is very good at throwing scent. I still have it in my office but it is almost out. It was also a lot more expensive than this one, so maybe the expensive diffusers are good because they have more essential oils. I'll try this one and see how it is.

I like diffusers for offices because the smell helps the space feel more personal and comforting. We don't have windows that open so there isn't much fresh air where I work.

I agree that a diffuser isn't exactly a new or innovative item...

I hated diffusers too but last year I picked up a particular one from Target and I get SO many compliments on how nice my house smells (although I can't smell it).  So I look forward to trying a new scent - the rest of this box is just okay with the exception of the bag (IMO it is a throwaway item).

 

[hilaryrose90]

I have to say... I am in love with this box!

I totally understand peoples qualms with the abrasive face prodcut and the cheap-looking plastic bag, but I just didn't have the same reaction. This could be due to the fact that I just booked a tropical honeymoon for the fall, so I've got travel on the brain. I also ordered the Resort box for this reason. 
- I love diffusers for in the bathroom - I agree that they don't throw scent as well as a candle, but in a small, closed room they are just the ticket. 

- I will use the scrub, I've gotten a sample of it in the past and REALLY liked it.

-I used to be susbscribed to Ipsy, so I have more travel bags than I know what to do with, but this one looks big enough to jam wet swimsuits into, so that's good.

- Can't see myself ever using 60 pages of the what to pack notebook, but it's cute regardless. It'll help me focus when I'm packing.

- WET BRUSH YES. I lost my full size one and am so jazzed to be getting a new one. I know they aren't that expensive, but they are amazing. Perfect size to throw in a beach bag.

- I will never be upset about popcorn

- Benefit samples - ehhh even though they are special extras the sample size bugs me. I would have rather had a full size of one or the other. Either way, I've been wanting to try the roller lash, and a mini of porefessional is always good to have around. 

And, I definitely think the PS Gods were thinking "Spring Break" when they made this box, which is why it's travel themed and summery. I would rather have these items than another round of winter stuff, and winter/fall are my favorite seasons! But it's already starting to warm up a little in New England, so I imagine the rest of the country must be as well. It will be "officially" spring in just under two weeks!

 

[moonandsun]

I'm feeling "meh" about the March box, too, but it helps soooo much to see positive thoughts -- maybe I can be talked into liking it lol.

I love both Benefit samples. Porefessional is one of my holy grail products and I just sampled the Roller Lash (wearing it now) in Birchbox and it is amazing. I need major help for my skimpy lashes and this is one of the few mascaras that work for me.

I'm looking forward to trying the diffuser, too - I also haven't used one of those since the 90s when they were all the rage in Pier 1 lol.

Seriously $40 value for that plastic pouch? Someone in the valuation dep't must have over-inhaled cucumber diffuser fumes while coming up with that. The neon pink and the pineapple design don't offend me, though, so I'll use it. I'll be sure to put it in the hotel safe when I travel due to its high value.

I probably would have been excited for the Bliss product if I didn't have a ton of cleansers I'm trying to get through. I was encouraged by the positive reviews though.

Never tried a wet brush but I'll give it a whirl. And fancy popcorn? Yes, please!

 

[Teach22]

Seriously $40 value for that plastic pouch? Someone in the valuation dep't must have over-inhaled cucumber diffuser fumes while coming up with that. The neon pink and the pineapple design don't offend me, though, so I'll use it. I'll be sure to put it in the hotel safe when I travel due to its high value.

HAHAHA!  Thanks for the laugh!

 

[MissJexie]

The diffuser is so years gone by, I see them in the dollar store, Ross and mostly in the clearance sections of department store, not really a "hot" item. I've tried them years ago and was unhappy that they did not give off much of a scent, and my friends and relatives tried them and had the same opinion in the end. I don't use a brush much, and have two of the larger wet brushes. I agree with Miss Jexie the pouch does look cheap. The pack list is different, LOL, I just don't go anywhere often enough..... I don't think I'd find it when I finally needed it! Maybe Popsugar is concentrating on making a SUPER resort box?????? I can hope!...... But after last year's mess I'm still gun shy on taking the leap on buying that box.

The thing about the diffusers is that there are some really lovely, high end ones that look and smell beautiful. But becuase they were such new/popular product many years ago, a ton of companies ran with it and started making their own, and many of them were poor in quality. I got one as a gift from a friend that was from Yankee Candle, and let me tell you, not only did it smell for months and month on end, but even after the oil had dried out it had a very strong scent. If this is a high quality diffuser, you could put it in a very large room and it will work well! It really depends on the quality of the reeds and the oil itself. 

And off topic, but can I just tell you how jealous I am that you have a Ross near you? There is none anywhere remotely close to MA and one of my favorite DIY youtubers is always finding fantastic products at Ross to use in her projects and I so desperately want to go to one LOL

 

[girlnamedpete]

This is my 1st PSMH box and I have to say I am liking it. I L.O.V.E. traveling and have 2 trips in the works so a lot of this will be useful.

The diffuser will NOT be traveling with me /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> , and while not a fan of cucumber I am hoping the lemon is the dominant scent. I needed a new one of these for the master bathroom.

The bag (can't understand the $40 value) but will be great for beach vacations for my Kindle and phone since my beach bag is mesh and sand gets everywhere. It will also be great for keeping toiletries in my carry-on.  I will be able to easily see what I need.

The Bliss I am interested in trying.

The brush is great for my travel bag to just leave in there so I don't need to always remember to pack mine.

I won't use the list pad but I am putting together a bunch of travel stuff for my recently divorced friend who will be going to London next year with me to celebrate our *gulp* 50th birthdays.  Money is tight for her so I have been putting together a bag of stuff that she won't have to go buy like sleep mask, neck pillow, travel blanket, packing cubes, in-flight toiletries, etc so she can save her money to have fun in London.  The little pad would just be a fun thing to add to the mix.

I have been interested in trying the Benefit Roller lash and Porefessional seems to be a hit, too.

I am sure my 11 yo daughter will be happy to steal the popcorn.

I signed up for this box after canceling Ipsy + Boxycharm.  With a 3 mo sub + a coupon the are about the same monthly cost.  I will be using WAY more of the PSMH contents than I ever do from the other two, so the value is definitely there for me.  I also got suckered into the Resort Box because it was travel related.   :blush2: Hopefully, it will be worth it, as well!

 

[MissJexie]

This is my 1st PSMH box and I have to say I am liking it. I L.O.V.E. traveling and have 2 trips in the works so a lot of this will be useful.

The diffuser will NOT be traveling with me /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> , and while not a fan of cucumber I am hoping the lemon is the dominant scent. I needed a new one of these for the master bathroom.

The bag (can't understand the $40 value) but will be great for beach vacations for my Kindle and phone since my beach bag is mesh and sand gets everywhere. It will also be great for keeping toiletries in my carry-on.  I will be able to easily see what I need.

The Bliss I am interested in trying.

The brush is great for my travel bag to just leave in there so I don't need to always remember to pack mine.

I won't use the list pad but I am putting together a bunch of travel stuff for my recently divorced friend who will be going to London next year with me to celebrate our *gulp* 50th birthdays.  Money is tight for her so I have been putting together a bag of stuff that she won't have to go buy like sleep mask, neck pillow, travel blanket, packing cubes, in-flight toiletries, etc so she can save her money to have fun in London.  The little pad would just be a fun thing to add to the mix.

I have been interested in trying the Benefit Roller lash and Porefessional seems to be a hit, too.

I am sure my 11 yo daughter will be happy to steal the popcorn.

I signed up for this box after canceling Ipsy + Boxycharm.  With a 3 mo sub + a coupon the are about the same monthly cost.  I will be using WAY more of the PSMH contents than I ever do from the other two, so the value is definitely there for me.  I also got suckered into the Resort Box because it was travel related.   :blush2: Hopefully, it will be worth it, as well!

Even though this box is a miss for me, I still think that PSMH is THE best subscription for the price, overall. I'm constantly surprised by the products included, and I think out of all the subscriptions I've received, I put the items in popsugar to use most often. I actually bought this months Allure Sample Socitety so I could try the Roller Lash, so now I guess I'll have two! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I do love the Porefessional- I have massive pores on my nose and I just pat a small amount of it onto my nose and it really really helps! I'm happy to have those little extras in the box this month. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Saffyra]

I have to agree with you.  Even though sometimes Popsugar is a miss (for me... and really, it's pretty rare, I normally slobber all over my PS boxes with happiness and delight), I think they're one of the best subscription boxes out there.  Absolutely.

 

[boxesandboxes]

has anyone seen any activity in shipping? :/

 

[Shauna999]

I'm excited to try the rollerball mascara & love the mini wet brush- that will definitely be thrown into my purse for daily use. The reed diffuser will sit in my vanity/dressing room- it will be enjoyed daily /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Everything else is a miss for me but that's ok, but that's what trade boards are for /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[QuixoticGirly]

Totally agree. Even when boxes/products are a miss for me they are still usually great items that I can gift or swap. Popsugar is one sub I'll probably always be excited about. I just spent the last week on Marco Island & Key West & used my Popsugar Kooringal Giselle crushable sun hat, Samudra fold-over pouch, pink wet brush, Sachin + Bibi sarong & my two Sisco Berluti bracelet sets every day! I was like a walking billboard haha!

 

[QuixoticGirly]

Seriously $40 value for that plastic pouch? Someone in the valuation dep't must have over-inhaled cucumber diffuser fumes while coming up with that. The neon pink and the pineapple design don't offend me, though, so I'll use it. I'll be sure to put it in the hotel safe when I travel due to its high value.

Bahahahaaa

 

[cpl100]

has anyone seen any activity in shipping? :/

Yes, mine has moved from CA to UT last night.

 

[GirlyGirlie]

Something STRANGE just happened with my credit card and my PSMH box.

I had been a charter subscriber under another email addy. Cancelled the box a few months ago.

I signed up using a different email address and a  very small discount code last month- I think it was for $5 off. I did get a Feb. box although they said I wouldn't.

When the Resort Box was still available, I ordered one, and was charged that day, March 5. The charge is still charged. I assume that I will receive the Resort Box. I ordered it under my " old" PSMH email address because it is my primary email address and I forgot that I signed up last month using a different email addy. I hope this is clear- two email addys, one subscription. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />. One resort box ordered and receipt received.

However, there is a $39.99 credit from PSMH that just went through my account. The charge was ALSO made on March 5.

I don't know if they thought I wanted to resub. under the old email, or if this was a refund for the March box because it sold out and although I HAVE a current subscription, they didn't honor my subscription.

I can't find any info using either email that would tell me what they've done. Also, they've not sent me any email saying I won't get March box as a subscriber. I can't see that the email account I'm using as a current subscriber has ever been charged for March yet, though it does list " March" as my next box to receive in the " My Account" part.

Has anyone else ever had them refund a month's box without asking and without explanation and just not send one to you as a subscriber?
I tend to think they were going by the old account and re-activating that subscription, then realized I'm already getting a subscription under a different email, but I'm not a mind reader. 

IF you have had them cancel your monthly sub. because they were oversold, please say so. The refund without explanation is concerning. Thank you for reading!!! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[melanie0971]

I don't know why this box is meh.  It doesn't seem like it should be but for some reason it is.  Maybe it's because I don't have it in hand.

I think it might be the neon plastic pink thing that brings it down because the diffuser looks great, the Bliss is a nice product I will use and HalfPops are freaking amazing!

Of course the cheap wet brush and a neon plastic thing and the benefit samples just don't do it for me. I'm happy to have the Benefit samples and I know theyre an extra but still.  They just make the box feel low value.  Am I crazy?

I will use the What to Pack list, though, as I've several trips planned, so that's fun.

It feels meh to me because it feels like a rerun. Diffuser we got last year, half pops also were last year weren't they? and the wet brush, also last year. The mascara I just got in Birchbox and its ok, but bad, not amazing. So that leaves the Bliss and the over priced bag. I'm usually pretty positive about popsugar so sorry to be negative I'm sure I'll be more positive when I get it.