POPSUGAR Must Have - October 2012

[CaliMel]

Oh thank you for sharing the photos!

I'm excited for the box, but from the reviews that book sound like it's terrible! I'll probably just end up donating it to the library for their book sale or something.

The socks are alright, but I do like those kind for bumming around the house in.

Super excited about the nail polish, the gummy bears and the candle and the shampoo/conditioner! I've been really wanting to try those shampoo/condioners out and haven't gotten a chance to buy them yet.

 

[farrah3]

If you have a FedEx Tracking number you can usually call Fedex & re-route it.

 

[meaganS]

Seriously? $35 for a book, shampoo/conditioner, candy, candle, and nail polish? Is it just me or does anyone else think that we are CLEARLY being taken advantage of? Thank goodness I got this box 50% off- I couldn't imagine having to pay full price for it. But it definitely does not feel like it's valued at over $100. Once my 3 month subscription ends, I am definitely not renewing.
 

 

[Kristin1387]

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

Seriously? $35 for a book, shampoo/conditioner, candy, candle, and nail polish? Is it just me or does anyone else think that we are CLEARLY being taken advantage of? Thank goodness I got this box 50% off- I couldn't imagine having to pay full price for it. But it definitely does not feel like it's valued at over $100. Once my 3 month subscription ends, I am definitely not renewing.

For me, I would not pay $35 for this, just because I'm not that into OPI and I wasn't planning on reading that book because I'm so busy with my Graduate school work.  I just bought a lot of candles - but can always use another. I wish they didn't put all the good stuff in the Sept. box and kind of divided it among all the Fall boxes.  This was a referral box for me -  but now I know I'm not resubbing. 

 

[Kerryliz]

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

Seriously? $35 for a book, shampoo/conditioner, candy, candle, and nail polish? Is it just me or does anyone else think that we are CLEARLY being taken advantage of? Thank goodness I got this box 50% off- I couldn't imagine having to pay full price for it. But it definitely does not feel like it's valued at over $100. Once my 3 month subscription ends, I am definitely not renewing.

I agree completely - also, I already bought the book when it first came out... and it's really not very good at all. Including an expensive, heavy hard copy book seems ridiculous to me... I would have much rather gotten a gift certificate to the Kindle store or something so we could choose our own! (even if you don't have a Kindle, there are free apps for it on everything)

As for the rest...

Candle - seems nice. Flower petals are pretty cool

Nail Polish - I like that it's pink for breast cancer (I really hope that means PopSugar donated, and didn't get them as some sort of marketing deal..) but I don't really wear nail polish so too bad for me!

Shampoo/Conditioner - I don't consider sample sizes of anything in the box to really count, considering one of the main selling points is "full size products," so I can't get excited about these.

Socks - Seriously??

Pirates Booty - Acceptable.

Gummy Bears - SERIOUSLY?? Haven't tried them yet, but come on. Gummy Bears?? These better be some seriously gourmet, organic, melt in your mouth gummy bears. Looks more like Haribo brand. 

I'll probably (definitely) continue my subscription, because I'm a sucker, but still..... not happy with this box at all.

 

[ricarlav]

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



I agree completely - also, I already bought the book when it first came out... and it's really not very good at all. Including an expensive, heavy hard copy book seems ridiculous to me... I would have much rather gotten a gift certificate to the Kindle store or something so we could choose our own! (even if you don't have a Kindle, there are free apps for it on everything)

As for the rest...

Candle - seems nice. Flower petals are pretty cool

Nail Polish - I like that it's pink for breast cancer (I really hope that means PopSugar donated, and didn't get them as some sort of marketing deal..) but I don't really wear nail polish so too bad for me!

Shampoo/Conditioner - I don't consider sample sizes of anything in the box to really count, considering one of the main selling points is "full size products," so I can't get excited about these.

Socks - Seriously??

Pirates Booty - Acceptable.

Gummy Bears - SERIOUSLY?? Haven't tried them yet, but come on. Gummy Bears?? These better be some seriously gourmet, organic, melt in your mouth gummy bears. Looks more like Haribo brand. 

I'll probably (definitely) continue my subscription, because I'm a sucker, but still..... not happy with this box at all.

I haven't even gotten my box and I'm disappointed! I already have the book on my nook, and the other stuff is just not exciting. I'll stick around for November, but if that isn't awesome I'm out.

 

[ashleyanner]

Are there any discounts floating around?  I've just seen the $5 off and it isn't that great of one to make me want to sign up.

 

[OiiO]

That's the one I ended up using because there were no better ones. 

I kind of rushed though because I didn't want to miss out on December box too, since November is already sold out.

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

Are there any discounts floating around?  I've just seen the $5 off and it isn't that great of one to make me want to sign up.

 

[LuLu6781]

 I just received my first box, and I'm not completely disappointed, but it's definitely a downgrade from September's box that I missed out on! I guess it's just going to be hit or miss each month?! 

 

[ricarlav]

My box has been in processing since 10/15 and STILL NO TRACKING INFO!! I want to know what the freaking hold up is! Customer services standard line seems to be "you're box will ship in the next day or two, we hope you enjoy your Popsugar Must Have Box!"

 

[Loladevil]

My box shows out for delivery but never arrived, hopefully it will turn up tomorrow.

 

[Jesipae]

I just can't believe that last month's box had 13 items and this month has 7 items! That's a huge discrepancy, ESPECIALLY since last month's box had an $84 big ticket item, and this month the "whopper" is worth a whole $35, or at least it was when it first came out, before it got a whole 3 star rating. I cancelled in July after receiving that disappointment, then resigned after seeing September, thinking they had actually improved, and it was all a gimmick to get more subscriptions before Christmas. Well, it worked for them.

On a positive note, I love this board, I have been following you all since July, but didn't sign up til now, I feel like we're all friends now!!! Love ya all!

 

[Beauty-Flawed]

Still not even a shipping notice for me

 

[JessP]

I just can't believe that last month's box had 13 items and this month has 7 items! That's a huge discrepancy, ESPECIALLY since last month's box had an $84 big ticket item, and this month the "whopper" is worth a whole $35, or at least it was when it first came out, before it got a whole 3 star rating. I cancelled in July after receiving that disappointment, then resigned after seeing September, thinking they had actually improved, and it was all a gimmick to get more subscriptions before Christmas. Well, it worked for them. On a positive note, I love this board, I have been following you all since July, but didn't sign up til now, I feel like we're all friends now!!! Love ya all!

Aw, well welcome! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> While I'm still excited for the October box, I do wish I had stayed signed up through September (canceled after August). Hopefully it will get even better in November and December!

 

[JessP]

Still not even a shipping notice for me

That stinks! Have you logged you logged into your account to check just in case? I'd say to try and contact them, but I did so on the 16th and still have yet to hear back..

 

[tanyamib]

Still not even a shipping notice for me

same here. crying :'(

 

[Beauty-Flawed]

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

That stinks! Have you logged you logged into your account to check just in case? I'd say to try and contact them, but I did so on the 16th and still have yet to hear back..

Yeah it still says processing I sent them an email yesterday but haven't heard back either /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Leslie Wetzel]

Wasnt last months box's worth near $300? I wasn't expecting anything crazy for this month and am actually really happy with the products. Last month was really great, but this month has some really high quality items and a nice range. I'm happy that this sub exists and hope it continues to improve or remain at this level as its refreshing to get some high quality items that are worth the money and are beyond just the beauty category.

 

[Rach212]

So, my box actually arrived today!! 

I also came up with a box value of $90-$105.  I didn't take a photo since there were already a few on here but I can if anyone wants to see another one.   

Red Flower Petal Topped Candle - these retail for $38 on their website.  I did see it on another site for $34.  These are the 6oz candles that are supposed to have a 50 hour burn time. 
I received the Japanese Peony which, honestly, I don't love.  It does have a STRONG scent though - I have not even opened the box yet, and I can smell it from the other side of the room.  I don't know if I will burn it, or gift it at Christmas. They show 8 different scents on their website and I've seen a few different ones in the other photos, so we're not all getting the same one.

The Casual Vacancy - $35 cover price; Amazon has it for $20.90
I didn't even know JK Rowling had written a book targeted toward adults.  I've never read any of her stuff.  I love to read, so I'll give it a chance and then pass it on to any of my friends that want to read it. 

Crescent Moon Socks - $9.99 at their website
I love socks, so these will get use, though not as intended (the website made them seem geared toward yoga). 

OPI Pink of Hearts Nail Polish Duo - $17
I already have a ton of nailpolish, so I don't really *need* this, but it's pink and sparkly so it will get used. 

Dylan's Candy Bar Gummy Bears - approx $2-$3 based on what they are selling on their website
They actually have some really cool stuff on their website - Glee candy bars, election themed candy. 

Pirate's booty - ~$1.00 (based on their case pricing)
Looks neat.  My 8-year-old son got the giggles over the name and liked their website.  Fun treat.

Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy - around $2.50 total (Full size sells for $5-$6)
I know these are only sample sizes but I'm actually excited to try them - I haven't seen them in the stores yet, and this is the type of product I need (if it does what it says!).  And it's not foil packets which is awesome because those are never enough for even one use, I have so much hair.


I'm not as in love with the box as I was with September ... but it's not a bad box.  I just wish I hadn't gotten such a stinky candle!

 

[xheidi]

does anyone have a code to subscribe?