Sample Society

[Souly]

I just got this email from beauty bar

 
Sample Society
 
We channeled our obsession with prestige brands into the perfect beauty cocktail: Sample Society.

Catering to tried-and-true beauty devotees, this exclusive program delivers 5 fresh deluxe-sized samples - culled from beauty's finest - to your doorstep each month.

For $15 a month, you'll receive:

• 5 deluxe-sized samples from beauty brands like Murad, Stila, and Bond No. 9.
• $15 gift code to redeem on a $50 purchase - when any product from the brands you've sampled is included in your order.
• Expert beauty advice to accompany your samples from the editors of Allure.
• A bonus one-year subscription to Allure magazine ($12 value). See below for offer & refund details.
• Visit beautybar.com/samplesociety

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[zadidoll]

Reija, one of the site admins, also got that email and I believe she signed up. I attempted to sign up but got a "authorize fail" on my card despite the fact that I KNOW I have money on the card. I wonder if it's because it's a pre-paid debit card and not a "real" credit card. I won't use a real credit card for any subscription except Birchbox.

 

[Souly]

I joined but I'm still feeling a little hesitant. I ordered from beauty bar earlier this month & they sent me a USED nail polish. I called them & they did send a new bottle.  But still...

 

[Playedinloops]

I just signed up. We'll see how this goes...just add it to my list of new subscriptions lol. 

 

[Isabelsjewely]

I wonder how different this will be from BB?

 

[zadidoll]

You get a magazine subscription for a year with Allure but other than that I see no difference. I think they don't have a points system. I know they have a referral one but not sure about a points one.

 

[Pancua]

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

You get a magazine subscription for a year with Allure but other than that I see no difference. I think they don't have a points system. I know they have a referral one but not sure about a points one.

Birchbox's point system has really gotten me, if it comes down to BB, MyGlam and Beauty Army, I think BB would win.

 

[ahkae]

You only get deluxe sized samples and no full size products?

 

[CookiesGirl327]

I just saw this and I'm pretty excited..Im already signed up for beauty army n myglam, and I can't afford ALL of the subscriptions I want, nor could I use so much stuff...I have so much makeup that I just never have time to use! This seems worth it for the magazine and the fact u get 15 off ur $50 purchase..

 

[zadidoll]

No full size as far as I can tell.

 

[MakeupA]

Oh, this sounds interesting!

 

[calexxia]

Bear in mind that if you don't want the ALLURE subscription, they will refund $15, so it's kinda like getting the first box free if you do that. I figured I would give it a shot, simply because I have a wee bit more faith in it with the ALLURE branding tie-in (not the subscription, just how they are phrasing it) than I do (at this point) of My Glam actually managing to get it together.

 

[yanelib27]

Good Point.. If I dont like MyGlam I will cancel that and do this one. I just found one for shoes and I really want to try it.

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

Bear in mind that if you don't want the ALLURE subscription, they will refund $15, so it's kinda like getting the first box free if you do that. I figured I would give it a shot, simply because I have a wee bit more faith in it with the ALLURE branding tie-in (not the subscription, just how they are phrasing it) than I do (at this point) of My Glam actually managing to get it together.

 

[zadidoll]

Originally Posted by yanelib27 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I just found one for shoes and I really want to try it.

Which one? Shoe Dazzle, Sole Society or Just Fab?

 

[makeupgooroo8]

i subscribed. i buy SOOOOO much from their partner sites diapers.com, soap.com etc... and they have such good customer service

 

[amygab1126]

Thanks for posting this! I just subscribed. It looks awesome!

 

[goldenmeans]

I just subscribed to this one, too. I figured if it's even loosely affiliated with Allure it will be run better than My Glam, which I had been thinking about, but looks like an epic disaster. It says my first box ships on March 5th, so I'll take a look at that and my March Birchbox and decide which one I'll keep and which I'll get rid of.

 

[antonella]

wait im confused so if we say we dont want the allure subscription  we get it for free?

 

[zadidoll]

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

wait im confused so if we say we dont want the allure subscription  we get it for free?

Sort of. You have to pay the $15 for your first box which includes the subscriptions. AFTER you get the first subscription you can cancel.

From their FAQs: When will I receive my first issue of Allure magazine? Expect the first issue 6-8 weeks after you enroll in Sample Society. Allure magazine subscriptions are provided directly by Condé Nast. Please call Condé Nast customer service at 1-800-578-1825 for subscription questions. You can also manage your subscription online here.

  Can I cancel my Allure magazine subscription? You are not billed for this subscription, nor will it automatically renew. The subscription is a special bonus included with your Sample Society membership. If you do not wish to receive an Allure subscription (or you prefer to receive a refund for the value), please click here and mail your request - along with current (within 30 days) Sample Society proof of purchase (your $15 monthly membership fee) to: Condé Nast Special Programs, Sample Society, PO Box 37722, Boone, IA 50037-0722. Refund requests without completed forms or proof of purchase, or those received more than 30 days after the postmark on the refund request envelope will be forfeited.

 

[antonella]

thx zadi u always knnow everything /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> speaking of everything have u found any info on februarys bb? im dying to find out some hints on wats gona be in the box