*Spoilers* December 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[LindseyJ]

My box is finally at my post office! I should be getting it tomorrow and my clarisonic mia 2! (I know I've posted about getting the mia on a few places here, but I'm just so excited, haha!) Anyway, I'm planning on gifting the chocolates because I've got a christmas party to go to where we have a 5-10 dollar limit and the chocolates fit that price range. I might add in some lotion or something like that. The bracelet might get worn, I'm not sure. The chain looks a little chunky and my wrist is tiny so I dont know if it will look right to me, but I'll see once I get it. I'll use the wrapping paper, also. Its not very exciting. but it is pretty and will get used so I wont complain. I'll eventually use the mascara once I run out of what I have. I keep getting them in my subscriptions so I have tons and never really use it much. I'm actually very excited about the cups! I have two kids that tend to break everything they touch! lol. And I do think they look nice. Oh, and the popcorn might also be gifted. I forgot about it. Maybe I'll put that and the chocolate together into one and wrap it with the paper? sounds good enough to me, haha. Not really the best box, but not the worst either. I might be cancelling after next month for financial reasons (I'm thinking of buying a new car) so I'm hoping Januarys box is incredible!

 

[northwest22]

What I don't get...is why when I typed the coupon code into the window would it not "take"? I'm not new to this game of ordering online...and my husband works in the interactive business. Working with companies that have shopping carts...and all the crazy back-end coding.....it's more intricate than the average person gives credit to. The coding...may have faulted...and yet I'm just "out of luck" I did check my email...and it is $39.95...but that's still crap customer service in my opinion. Had I known that .40 would have been taken off...I would've contacted them sooner....or cancelled the gift subscription. (That was the ONLY reason I purchased the gift subscription...) I had a bent makeup brush in my ipsy bag...contacted them. No Questions asked (even though I offered to supply a picture)...and they're sending me a new one. It's a cheap necklace...I know. But...it's more about the whole point. "I'm sorry, there's nothing we can do" ...that's not an answer...that's a cop-out.

I I totally agree. They have terrible customer service. The only reason I knew about the 40cent thing was I saw that on my confirmation email and contacted them to make sure it meant I would get a necklace. I think it took a week to hear back. The service is so lacking compared to other companies. For example Wantables has amazing service. They get back to you within 1 day. They seem to really want you to b happy. Popsugar seems to deal more in bulk. Is not really a personalized experience. I like the boxes though and have already paid for a years subscription. I just wish they would up the customer service a bit.

 

[Kittylasmu]

My box ended up being more useful than I anticipated.

The wrapping paper--I had no problems at all and wrapped 4 gifts so far with about 1.5 sheets left. I really liked the snowflake print. It didn't rip, tear or shred. I have nice paper scissors I keep really sharp and only use for paper, so that may have been part of the magic.

The mascara--I liked that it wasn't gloopy, but honestly--it's average for me, nothing magical. I am biased and love my Buxom.

The bracelet--I really like it, super cute and I am definitely going to polish over the back like others have, the print on the back is not my favorite.

I got the pistachio popcorn and have a little nibble now and again at work, very yum.

The chocolates have come in handy as extra treats in some cookie gifts I'm putting together.

I've not tried the nail strips yet--I will after I finish baking this weekend, just as an accent so I can use them a few times.

I haven't used the flutes yet--but will very soon. 

I am sad to hear so many people have had bad Customer Service experiences. When I wrote about the Stitchfix code I got an email back quite quickly and an offer for a Baublebar necklace as compensation. I've contacted them about other items and they were quick to respond as well. 

I do agree, this box wasn't 'knock your socks off' worthy, but I still look forward to what the coming months bring.

I hope this finds you all well and happy /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[nicolecat]

Yup...and they use zendesk to process all claims...which means they're tracking "ticket times"...or they "could" be.

Which makes their lackadaisical response times that much more of a peeve.

#cancelledsubscription

I feel free...lol.

now onto other adventures...and more boxes.

 

[DevinMcWhite]

Thanks! Must be just me then /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I used a full sheet as well to wrap a shirt box and it went well, no ripping. It does have the consistency of newsprint tho.

 

[kristab94]

Quote: Originally Posted by nicolecat /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Yup...and they use zendesk to process all claims...which means they're tracking "ticket times"...or they "could" be.

Which makes their lackadaisical response times that much more of a peeve.

#cancelledsubscription

I feel free...lol.

now onto other adventures...and more boxes.
If you're looking for a sub company with good customer service I'd recommend Quarterly.  Just had an amazing experience with their customer service after a box arrived damaged.  Highly recommend!  Customer service is so important to me. 

 

[DevinMcWhite]

Wore my nail strips today for our office holiday luncheon. I think they were easy to work with and went on well. I'm moving offices so I'd been working with my hands a lot so there is a good amount of chipping anyway and my nails are short - but the nail strips stayed put. I like them and I hope to use the polka dots for valentines day- I hope they don't dry out. I used a (very) cheap nail strengthener on my natural nail before I put the sticker on so maybe that helped. I got slight bubbling at the tips of my nails after I added a top coat but nothing I couldn't fix. Overall, I'm more happy with them than the nail strengthener I paid for. It makes the paint on my nails peel off like kiddie polish. Ugh.

 

[lsarao]

Mine too. My tracking says its been in CA since 12/12. Boo

 

[lsarao]

Errr.. why do these never quote right for me? 

 

[yousoldtheworld]

Quote: Originally Posted by lsarao /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Errr.. why do these never quote right for me? 
Do you hit "quote" instead of reply? It took me forever to get used to the fact that "reply" was basically useless...haha. 

 

[lsarao]

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  Quote: Originally Posted by lsarao /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Errr.. why do these never quote right for me? 
Do you hit "quote" instead of reply? It took me forever to get used to the fact that "reply" was basically useless...haha. 


Quote: Originally Posted by yousoldtheworld /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by lsarao /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Errr.. why do these never quote right for me? 
Do you hit "quote" instead of reply? It took me forever to get used to the fact that "reply" was basically useless...haha. 

Yes, I thought I did. Hopefully I'll get the hang of this soon. Thank you for the tip! 

 

[honeybee7]

pretty sure taint getting my goodies til after Jesus birfday.it's ok popsugar box, you are just as cute as the other boxes.snot your fault they ship smartpost

 

[LindseyJ]

I just got my box and I absolutely love, love, love the bracelet! The chain part feels super cheap, but Im glad it's not heavy. It's a little loose on me, but not too bad. The rest of the box is fine, but I really am just excited about the bracelet! I didn't think I would like it, but Im happily surprised, lol.

 

[dousedingin]

So I used the nail strips at noon today (they were really hard to work with, and I've used a variety without much trouble) and it's 340pm right now and they're already wearing and peeling. I used a base and top coat as instructed. That's disappointing!

 

[lorez88]

I tried to paint the back with nail polish but I can't quite hide the engraving. Maybe if I add eight more layers? Haha

 

[CourtneyC]

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So I used the nail strips at noon today (they were really hard to work with, and I've used a variety without much trouble) and it's 340pm right now and they're already wearing and peeling. I used a base and top coat as instructed. That's disappointing!

That's exactly what I'm scared of :/

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I tried to paint the back with nail polish but I can't quite hide the engraving. Maybe if I add eight more layers? Haha


Good start! I like the way it turned out so far. 

 

[Spiritwind10]

I tried to paint the back with nail polish but I can't quite hide the engraving. Maybe if I add eight more layers? Haha

You could fill it with filler and then paint over!

 

[MoiSurtout]

Originally Posted by lorez88 

I tried to paint the back with nail polish but I can't quite hide the engraving. Maybe if I add eight more layers? Haha

Yes, mine took lots of layers. I thought I never would see the end of the little dip where the text is. 

The Lulu Frost site says the bracelet chain is brass, and it’s not. It’s copper with a thin layer of brass over it. The plating is wearing off on mine and the copper is very obvious. I can’t imagine why they’d lie about it or not use brass in the first place!

 

[CuriouslyAmanda]

Quote: Originally Posted by lorez88 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I tried to paint the back with nail polish but I can't quite hide the engraving. Maybe if I add eight more layers? Haha


I painted mine and I didn't even bother counting the layers. I just set it on the table and painted a new layer every once in a while. I definitely did at least a dozen though. (I was using a fairly pale color, to be fair.) 

 

[nicepenguins]

I like them; plastic means they're really lightweight and good for packing for picnics or hiking. I do think it's funny that they sent them in the middle of the winter when most of us aren't going to be needing them for those reasons.  I think their thought process probably had to do with their convenience for a holiday party, but who's going to throw a party with only 3 guests and be worried about glasses breaking? 

I don't think this is their target market but my husband and I have a toddler and are excited to pour some cava in these on Christmas and New Year's Eve. No worries about a curious little person grabbing a glass and breaking it. These will also definitely get packed on trips. They would also make cute bud vases for a bathroom. I kind of like the squishy material bc it means that they are not going to get a crack in them if I pack them in a suitcase. I do get that they're not luxury but I am happy with them.