Black Hair Media Forum : Beauty Sampling Programs http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/ Thu, 23 May 2013 16:40:09 +0000 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 10:51:00 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 10.15 360 Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=326253 <![CDATA[Black Hair Media Forum]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com//forum_images/BHM_Logo_v5_Forum.jpg http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/ <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I&#039;ve been so busy lately...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post10007344.html#10007344 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Dec 19 2012 at 10:51am

I've been so busy lately and haven't been on here much but I do have pics of my boxes the past couple of months. As you can see, Birchbox doesn't hold a candle to Glossybox but I'm considering canceling both subscriptions.  

November Glossybox:



December Glossybox: 


December Birchbox:





]]> Wed, 19 Dec 2012 10:51:00 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post10007344.html#10007344 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Just signed up to ipsy. Birchbox...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9943555.html#9943555 Author: bebe88
Subject: 326253
Posted: Nov 23 2012 at 7:21pm

Just signed up to ipsy. Birchbox was doing the most. Sending hair products I won't use....so they got cancelled.]]> Fri, 23 Nov 2012 19:21:59 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9943555.html#9943555 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I did receive my Birchbox!! I...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9935392.html#9935392 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Nov 19 2012 at 6:15pm

I did receive my Birchbox!! I got it last week but didn't take pictures.

I got Box 1! I was happy with the products but not the sizes.  I'm starting to lose hope with BB.  The Masqueology were all foil packets that I could barely do anything with. And I gave the Stila and MCMC perfume to my cousins.

Below is what I received in my box.

  1. Kiehl's Creme de Corps
  2. Masqueology 7D Moisture Cream
  3. Masqueology Masque Cleanse
  4. Masqueology Revitalizing Eye Mask
  5. MCMC Fragrance Phoenix Eau de Parfum
  6. stila all over shimmer liquid luminizer 
]]> Mon, 19 Nov 2012 18:15:20 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9935392.html#9935392 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Did anyone receive their box for...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9930564.html#9930564 Author: chinadoll77
Subject: 326253
Posted: Nov 17 2012 at 6:52am

Did anyone receive their box for this month yet?]]> Sat, 17 Nov 2012 06:52:47 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9930564.html#9930564 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : October GlossyboxWell my USPS...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9872746.html#9872746 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 22 2012 at 7:56am

October Glossybox

Well my USPS carrier didn't jack me for my GB!!!  Not too bad of a box. I didn't get any repeats like I heard a few ladies got (ie Illamasqua or heel cream).


My card has a typo that says September but this is definitely the October box. 

I never got around to trying the CD Shea Souffle so I'll test it out to see if I like it.  I'll probably use everything except for the lipstick/gloss duo. It looks nice but I'll probably just hand it over to my cousins. It's full size along with the loofa soap.
]]> Mon, 22 Oct 2012 07:56:29 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9872746.html#9872746 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Thank you so much for your reply..I&#039;ll...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9867233.html#9867233 Author: Prazol60
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 19 2012 at 2:40pm

Thank you so much for your reply..I'll look into Glossybox ]]> Fri, 19 Oct 2012 14:40:54 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9867233.html#9867233 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Prazol60 wrote:I would like...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9867047.html#9867047 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 19 2012 at 12:34pm

Originally posted by Prazol60 Prazol60 wrote:

I would like to get my sister a sampling box for her birthday. I would like to just make one payment for a year. She has light skin and loves colors and really experimenting. Can somebody recommend a program for me? 
 
It really depends on what types and brands she has a preference for.  There have been so many new subscription boxes since this thread was created. And the ones we're posting about don't even begin to cover all the ones that are out there.
 
I assume you're looking for beauty subscription boxes... but there are also ones for food, jewelry, clothes/shoes, etc.
 
Personally speaking, Glossybox is my favorite as for a brands, samples sizes and box value.  I'd consider GB generally high-end beauty items. It's more expensive than most, $21 but you get atleast one full size item. But it seems that I've been averaging 2-3 full size items in my box.  They did have shipping and billing issues starting out (May timeframe) but it seems they have recitified that.  I believe they are currently offering a 3-month subscription with a free box right now.  I believe you have to use code "COSMO" for that. 
 
As far as other boxes, I also like Birchbox in terms or of their rewards system.  You get "money" back for your reviews.  In terms of content, they're hit or miss for me. But I haven't been disappointed enough to cancel (I've been with them for over a year.). I'd consider BB a mix of high-end, prestige and drugstore items.  Other ladies have used MyGlam/Ipsy which I heard has improved greatly in the last few months.  I've never tried them but it seems they have a mix of prestige and drugstore items.
 
HTH
]]> Fri, 19 Oct 2012 12:34:04 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9867047.html#9867047 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I never tried Luna bars but I...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9867025.html#9867025 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 19 2012 at 12:14pm

I never tried Luna bars but I wouldn't have been able to eat mine anyway. I'm doing a two month challenge and can't eat any type of gluten or sugar which I'm sure they contain. I'm still salty about my box but I'm going to take my surveys so I can get my points.]]> Fri, 19 Oct 2012 12:14:21 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9867025.html#9867025 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I would like to get my sister...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9866846.html#9866846 Author: Prazol60
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 19 2012 at 10:18am

I would like to get my sister a sampling box for her birthday. I would like to just make one payment for a year. She has light skin and loves colors and really experimenting. Can somebody recommend a program for me? ]]> Fri, 19 Oct 2012 10:18:22 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9866846.html#9866846 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : My lunar bar was lemon and I didn&#039;t...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9862928.html#9862928 Author: misscapri
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 17 2012 at 10:31am

My lunar bar was lemon and I didn't care for it too much and I didn't get a mascara, but I did receive a full sized cocoa butter chap stick. I can't remember the brand.]]> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:31:05 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9862928.html#9862928 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Sorry to hear that your box didn&#039;t...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9862658.html#9862658 Author: chinadoll77
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 17 2012 at 4:38am

Sorry to hear that your box didn't get to you.The masacra isn't great,I've had much better from drugstores,but I figured between that,and the Luna bar,it rounded out the $10 for the box..]]> Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:38:33 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9862658.html#9862658 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : This is BS!!! The one box that...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9860468.html#9860468 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 16 2012 at 1:32pm

This is BS!!! The one box that I was actually excited to get my carrier gives me a big FU!!!!! I called my local USPS and find out that my carrier scanned it delivered before she even left the post office!!! Angry  I call BB and they tell me they don't have anymore boxes!!!!!AngryAngry So they tell me they'll give me a credit for this month and next month!!! Ermm On top of all the other things going in my life.... I don't even care anymore!!!  Makes me feel better to know the Chantecaille didn't blow your mind.]]> Tue, 16 Oct 2012 13:32:06 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9860468.html#9860468 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : The mascara is okay,haven&#039;t...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9858673.html#9858673 Author: chinadoll77
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 15 2012 at 2:06pm

The mascara is okay,haven't used the eve lom yet..]]> Mon, 15 Oct 2012 14:06:02 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9858673.html#9858673 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I saw there were a bunch of ladies...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9856903.html#9856903 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 14 2012 at 4:12pm

I saw there were a bunch of ladies disappointed with their box this month but I was actually excited to receive mine. However, it appears that USPS jacked me for my box. They said they delivered but I never received it. I was supposed to get Box #5 with the Eve Lom and the Chantecaille mascara.  I'll just call BB on Monday.]]> Sun, 14 Oct 2012 16:12:56 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9856903.html#9856903 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Was not thrilled by the box this...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9856114.html#9856114 Author: chinadoll77
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 14 2012 at 4:46am

Was not thrilled by the box this month....Getting really tired of the facial cleansers....]]> Sun, 14 Oct 2012 04:46:34 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9856114.html#9856114 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : ^^ That looks like it will be...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9847262.html#9847262 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 10 2012 at 7:31am

^^ That looks like it will be a nice box - 2 full size items!! Thumbs Up  What is a "lip bomb" though?? It looks like a gloss!?!?]]> Wed, 10 Oct 2012 07:31:23 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9847262.html#9847262 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : My Glam/ Ipsy has been really...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834583.html#9834583 Author: mzbritt
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 04 2012 at 1:45pm

My Glam/ Ipsy has been really impressive these past few months. Here's whats coming in this months bag.
 
]]> Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:45:04 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834583.html#9834583 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : osLOVER wrote: chinadoll77...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834525.html#9834525 Author: chinadoll77
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 04 2012 at 1:32pm

Originally posted by osLOVER osLOVER wrote:

Originally posted by chinadoll77 chinadoll77 wrote:

The nail polish started chipping on the first day.....Going to try the primer tonight..


 

I didn't even bother with the nail polish! It's a shame because I thought the color was pretty.  You got a primer in your box?  Or were you just refering to a base coat?

Yes,I got the primer.It was okay,I'm going to try it without any foundation this time....The first time my face was itching,couldn't tell if it was from the primer,or the new foundation that I tried..]]> Thu, 04 Oct 2012 13:32:44 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834525.html#9834525 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I understand what you mean. It&#039;s...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834235.html#9834235 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 04 2012 at 12:12pm

I understand what you mean. It's like as soon as I canceled Sample Society they send out a nice box with the Deborah Lippmann polish. But it sounds like folks are back to being disappointed with the boxes again this month. But I think I will canceling GB and BB by the end of the year.]]> Thu, 04 Oct 2012 12:12:24 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834235.html#9834235 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : bump BB its not longer worth my...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834147.html#9834147 Author: lambdoll
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 04 2012 at 11:33am

bump BB its not longer worth my money, i wanna switch to ipsy but the only thing thats making me hold on is that its the end of the yr and i have a feeling the new BB will have a slew of new products. and i dont wanna lose my place by canceling now]]> Thu, 04 Oct 2012 11:33:35 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9834147.html#9834147 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : Anyone else have trouble providing...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9833891.html#9833891 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 04 2012 at 10:03am

Angry Anyone else have trouble providing feedback on their BB products this month??  The submit button is blocked for me on a couple of products because of product videos and keeping me from getting my $30 off!!!]]> Thu, 04 Oct 2012 10:03:22 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9833891.html#9833891 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : lol yeah last month was horrendous....]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9829206.html#9829206 Author: ummmok
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 02 2012 at 4:14pm

lol yeah last month was horrendous.

BB has been slacking. I still have not received my Sumita brow pencil.]]> Tue, 02 Oct 2012 16:14:31 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9829206.html#9829206 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : lambdoll wrote: ummmok wrote: ...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9828380.html#9828380 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 02 2012 at 11:22am

Originally posted by lambdoll lambdoll wrote:

Originally posted by ummmok ummmok wrote:

Originally posted by lambdoll lambdoll wrote:

should i opt into the goop birchbox this month. checked goop out and i really dont know what to think.
I was wondering the same, I opted in. My fav BB collaboration so far has been Teen Vogue box back in March so hopefully I like this one, too. They did say a yes does not mean you're guaranteed to get one as supplies are limited. Goops site looks pretty boring though lol.

boring was exactly what i was thinking! i tried to see what kind of cosmetics they have on goop and if you look in the issues i saw some scrubs, body and lip and a multi-use blush. the products seem highend though but its not really my style. i dont need fancy lotion, cocoa butter is just fine for me. i would rather get fun cosmetics like the teen vogue box. honestly i would be done with BB if i had a better alternative.
 
I didn't opt in or out so I guess I'll just see how the dice rolls!!!  I just looked at their website and the only brand I recognize is Dr. Bronners!! Confused  But this month can't be worse than last month, can it???
]]> Tue, 02 Oct 2012 11:22:05 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9828380.html#9828380 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : chinadoll77 wrote:The nail...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9828364.html#9828364 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Oct 02 2012 at 11:16am

Originally posted by chinadoll77 chinadoll77 wrote:

The nail polish started chipping on the first day.....Going to try the primer tonight..
 
I didn't even bother with the nail polish! It's a shame because I thought the color was pretty.  You got a primer in your box?  Or were you just refering to a base coat?
]]> Tue, 02 Oct 2012 11:16:46 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9828364.html#9828364 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : ummmok wrote: lambdoll...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9818805.html#9818805 Author: lambdoll
Subject: 326253
Posted: Sep 28 2012 at 12:45am

Originally posted by ummmok ummmok wrote:

Originally posted by lambdoll lambdoll wrote:

should i opt into the goop birchbox this month. checked goop out and i really dont know what to think.
I was wondering the same, I opted in. My fav BB collaboration so far has been Teen Vogue box back in March so hopefully I like this one, too. They did say a yes does not mean you're guaranteed to get one as supplies are limited. Goops site looks pretty boring though lol.

boring was exactly what i was thinking! i tried to see what kind of cosmetics they have on goop and if you look in the issues i saw some scrubs, body and lip and a multi-use blush. the products seem highend though but its not really my style. i dont need fancy lotion, cocoa butter is just fine for me. i would rather get fun cosmetics like the teen vogue box. honestly i would be done with BB if i had a better alternative.
]]> Fri, 28 Sep 2012 00:45:43 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9818805.html#9818805 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : lambdoll wrote:should i opt...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9818119.html#9818119 Author: ummmok
Subject: 326253
Posted: Sep 27 2012 at 8:20pm

Originally posted by lambdoll lambdoll wrote:

should i opt into the goop birchbox this month. checked goop out and i really dont know what to think.
I was wondering the same, I opted in. My fav BB collaboration so far has been Teen Vogue box back in March so hopefully I like this one, too. They did say a yes does not mean you're guaranteed to get one as supplies are limited. Goops site looks pretty boring though lol.

Edited by ummmok - Sep 27 2012 at 8:22pm]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2012 20:20:01 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9818119.html#9818119 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : should i opt into the goop birchbox...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9817571.html#9817571 Author: lambdoll
Subject: 326253
Posted: Sep 27 2012 at 5:19pm

should i opt into the goop birchbox this month. checked goop out and i really dont know what to think.]]> Thu, 27 Sep 2012 17:19:42 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9817571.html#9817571 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : The nail polish started chipping...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9807531.html#9807531 Author: chinadoll77
Subject: 326253
Posted: Sep 24 2012 at 1:00pm

The nail polish started chipping on the first day.....Going to try the primer tonight..]]> Mon, 24 Sep 2012 13:00:41 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9807531.html#9807531 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : I just realized from the picture...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9804232.html#9804232 Author: osLOVER
Subject: 326253
Posted: Sep 23 2012 at 7:50am

I just realized from the picture that they sent me 2 conditioners instead. LOL Still not a bad box; I think Glossy is demonstrating some improvements. Perhaps when I get back in my sew-in I'll try the tie. I just don't think my natural hair will take too kindly to it. And I will let you know about those drops! LOL]]> Sun, 23 Sep 2012 07:50:31 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9804232.html#9804232 <![CDATA[Beauty Sampling Programs : osLOVER wrote:HTH you get that...]]> http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9801715.html#9801715 Author: ummmok
Subject: 326253
Posted: Sep 21 2012 at 9:53pm

Originally posted by osLOVER osLOVER wrote:

HTH you get that tie to work?? LOL I should have tried those "Focus" 21 Drops today because I felt like I did nothing at work today!!
it actually holds my weave up in a nice pony tail. Yeah, let me know if these focus drops work ha.]]> Fri, 21 Sep 2012 21:53:34 +0000 http://Forum.BlackHairMedia.com/beauty-sampling-programs_topic326253_post9801715.html#9801715