Sample Society

[Caryatid]

Nope, not petty. I wouldn't mind if it had been a glitch that they fixed, but since some people can get it and others can't, I'm disappointed.

 

[yanelib27]

No, I was able to stack codes on 2 March orders. I also used the March SS code twice, and when I tried to use it a 3rd time they said its a one time use code... obviously it WASNT before... so yea

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



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

I tried stacking codes and it wouldnt let me. I guess they caught on, since I was able to stack codes on 2 orders. O well, I have my SS code for April and one that came with my last order and 15.00 of credits, so thats 45.00 anyway /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I will more than likely order the Dermalogica and brush cleaner just gotta add one more thing from the brands this month. Does anyone like Oscar Blandi shampoo?
I tried stacking the March and April codes (and I think some other people did too) and It didn't work. I think you are only allowed to stack 3 codes (BBAFF, BBTWITTER and a sample society code) if it's your very first order from them. When I tried to do it I got an error message along the lines of "someone in your household has already used this promotion."

 

[bluemustang]

Me neither. Is it petty to feel ripped off? Myself and many others couldn't get the same benefits that other members did?

 

 

I would be very disappointed to not be able to stack at least two codes for at least one order..

 

[yanelib27]

So now I have to pick something from the April brands so I can use the April code.. and I dont want anything from those brands. I would even get Boscia blotting papers but I just got some from Birchbox...

 

[onthecontrary]

I was also able to stack 2 codes on an order in March as well, but some of the newer codes (like BBTWITTER) are for first time customers, so you wouldn't be able to use it at all if you placed an order in March. What I was saying was that stacking the march and april sample society codes didn't work even with brands from both months in the cart. 
 

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

No, I was able to stack codes on 2 March orders. I also used the March SS code twice, and when I tried to use it a 3rd time they said its a one time use code... obviously it WASNT before... so yea

 

[onematchfire]

For anyone who happens to cancel, make sure you keep an eye on your bank statement, just in case.

I canceled on March 29th and the site indicated that I had been credited for the April box.  I checked my bank statement, and I had not been credited, but HAD been charged $15 on April 2nd (despite the fact that my account says it's canceled).  Customer Service said the first credit somehow hadn't completely processed, but that they're re-issuing credit today.  Here's hoping.

 

[Cynnelise]

Hey guys newbie here..

This was my first and last box with sample society. I just didn't need anymore skincare products. I got plenty from beauty fix besides my skin is very sensitive. Anyway I only came out of lurk mode to say to those who had an issue with the codes that it may have something to do with what browser you're using.. Just a guess because I had no issue stacking codes I got 40 dollars off my first order and got what I really wanted lol. I used google chrome btw Firefox didn't work so easily maybe those of us who had no issues could compare idk. Anyway I'd also like to thank you all. Seeing all of the feedback has really helped me with my decisions. I'm officially addicted. Are there meetings for this?? LOL

 

[jreule]

I could only get 2 codes to stack, and I WAS using Firefox. I should have tried Chrome /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Cynnelise]

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

I could only get 2 codes to stack, and I WAS using Firefox. I should have tried Chrome /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

The idea itself seems a bit far fetched but that's the way it worked out for me.

 

[javagirl87]

I'm using chrome and it wouldn't let me stack any /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I could only stack 2 last month

 

[PaleBeauty66]

I just signed up for this box. I get mine on may 1st or about that time. I hope it is worth it, since this is my first beauty box subscription. I'm nervous now.]

 

[Bflopolska]

Originally Posted by PaleBeauty66 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I just signed up for this box. I get mine on may 1st or about that time. I hope it is worth it, since this is my first beauty box subscription. I'm nervous now.]

This is one of the better ones. Their shipping is quick and the samples so far tend to be larger than some other companies may provide. Beauty Bar has some of the best customer service I have ever run into, anywhere, and I have never been unhappy with them or their products. However, I'm with several others here who will say that if you want makeup, Sample Society may not be the best option. So far SS seems to be more about skincare, but we're only on our second boxes--things may change!
 

I have come to the conclusion that none of the subs is going to be makeup-heavy, and that if I'm lucky each of mine will have a makeup component every other month or every three months. I think it's because cleansers and primers are probably the cheapest to make and package so they're good teasers into any full line. (For my part I will erupt volcanically if I get one more eye makeup remover from anyone. I'm swimming in the stuff--Lancome and Estee Lauder give it away with nearly every GWP and I must have almost 20 bottles of floating around my house!)

 

[yanelib27]

I agree that this is one of the better subs, and if you use the 15.00 SS code for a purchase, its like the box was free /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[Caryatid]

I canceled even before I got my first box because I'm getting full up on skincare samples for now, and I wanted to save a little money while I'm gone over the summer, but dang! This box is great!

 

[WarPaint1739]

Ugh, something from that box broke my skin out. I tried all them last night. My skin is very tempermental. Now I have to go to a banquet with bumpy skin. Note to self: stick with my current routine!

 

[Dena Fletcher]

i was surprised they would put that runny ddf in a tube like that..  i opened it and tons ran out..

 

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

Hi everyone! This is my first post here, though I've been reading the forums for a while. 

I thought this month's Sample Society box was pretty decent. I wasn't super wowed by any of the products because I've seen them before, but I'm still going to stay subscribed for another month. I think last month's box definitely had bigger samples, but it was the first month, so I'm sure they wanted to impress. Like everyone else, I hope to see more makeup/nail polish, but I'm glad a received skincare items I will actually use.

Boscia cleanser: nice size sample. I love this brand and have used some of their other cleansers, so I think this will be good. I used it last night and this morning and liked it.

Oscar Blandi Jasmine Serum: I really like Oscar Blandi products and have some other treatments from the jasmine line that I really like, so I'm excited to try this. It smells so good! The sample size is tiiiiny, but you really don't use that much when you use a serum (and my hair is really fine), so I think this sample will last at least a few months. My only gripe is that I have so many hair oil/serum samples from sub services!

Murads Hybrids Primer: kind of a makeup-y item I guess. I have super oily skin and was hoping to get the Peter Thomas Roth mattifying gel in last month's Teen Vogue BB, but got the blotting papers, so I'll give this a go. I thought it looked kind of dark at first but the color blends and matches.

DDF Amplifier: I was kind of surprised at how watery it was, but according to reviews on Sephora that's the normal consistency. It smells a little funky, but that faded fast. I used it last night and my skin looked smoother and brighter today. It's pricey, so I probably won't buy the full size, but I can see this sample lasting a long time as well since you only need a few drops for your whole face.

By Terry Rose Cream: This is kind of a dud for me. 6ml is kind of a small sample, especially compared to last month, though I do appreciate the inclusion of an expensive brand that I wouldn't normally try. I really want to like this because I've heard great things about it, but I think it smells terrible! I really don't like rosy/floral scents, and it smelled so strong coming out of the tube that I don't think I'd be able to put this on at night without setting off my allergies. I'll probably trade this since it seems like other people really like it.

I hope there are more stackable codes this month. Last month I got a LaVanilla perfume and Fekkai hair mask for ~$25 by stacking the March code and I think the spring one. Of course today I saw an extra $10 off your first order from Beauty Bar in my spam folder that I could have used too! hmmph!

 

[onthecontrary]

Right? It seems weird that it's in a tube (I think the full size is in a pump type bottle). What I've been doing is holding it upside down and then just tilting it a little bit so a few drops run out, I don't even squeeze it or else it would just go everywhere. It doesn't smell the best though, kind of like an old orange that you left sitting out for too long. 

Originally Posted by Dena Fletcher /img/forum/go_quote.gif

i was surprised they would put that runny ddf in a tube like that..  i opened it and tons ran out..

 

 

[sleepykat]

Originally Posted by WarPaint1739 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Ugh, something from that box broke my skin out. I tried all them last night. My skin is very tempermental. Now I have to go to a banquet with bumpy skin. Note to self: stick with my current routine!

I think my skin would break out, too, if I tried them all in one night.

 

[Playedinloops]

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



I think my skin would break out, too, if I tried them all in one night.

lol, my thoughts too.

 

[yanelib27]

So I am having issues with shipping THIS month as well.. and seeing how I probably wont be able to stack codes anymore and that even if I do use the code, I will need to buy a skincare item (which I dont really need) I am considering canceling this sub.. I will try the April products and then decide if I will keep it, but if May box is nothing but skincare, it will need to go.