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Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

Hi All! 

 

We are long overdue for an updated Subscription Sharing thread!  Whether it's BoxyCharm, Ipsy, or PopSugar we want to hear (and see) all about what you are subscribed to.

 

 

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Interested in trading with other users?  Here are some things you need to know from @SydBristow and her trade threads:

 

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IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with Sephora's terms of use, items cannot be listed "for sale" or even for trade for Sephora or other gift cards. Please do not list "prices" either (which implies selling), but you can list approximate trade value.


Because a number of fake items have been sent in trades, it is strongly advised you provide photos of your higher-end items, including the labeling (you may be asked for it anyway) and list WHERE you purchased the item from. Fakes are readily available from less reputable sellers and can contain toxins! It is important to everyone to know where their cosmetics come from.

Please also be aware that some makeup products cannot be sanitized - please use caution in your trades. When in doubt, ask the community, it's a great resource! Used items you may wish to avoid are mascara, liquid eyeliner, lip glosses, and cream products.

Acquiring Items
Please use discretion with whom you enter into trades with. There is a summarized list of trusted traders here: http://community.sephora.com/t5/Off-Topic/List-of-Successful-Traders-January-2015/td-p/1852954 Protect yourself in your trades, ask questions (such as where an item was purchased), ask for additional photos (to show level of usage and/or labeling to prove authenticity).
If you don’t feel 100% comfortable doing a trade because someone is new, you can request they send their items first.

Communication
Please use the private message system on Beauty Talk and/or tag the user you are trying to get in touch with. Communication is key! You can tell a lot about a trade by how the communication goes. If you will be unavailable for any periods of time, please be up front, and if there are any issues with shipping please be up front about that as well.


Delivery
Having tracking and insurance on shipments goes a long way to figuring out where an item might be. The USPS puts anticipated delivery dates and tracking numbers right on the receipt. If there is any issue with an item you have sent out, please follow up with the carrier.

SUCCESSFUL TRADE EXPERIENCES?
Consider providing your feedback on successful trades on this thread here: http://community.sephora.com/t5/Off-Topic/Successful-Trades-or-TSB-Experiences/td-p/1012387

 

**the previous thread can be found here: Subscription box photo sharing

Re: Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

That big face brush looks awesome, @lmaster !

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A girl can never have too many brushes,,, right? Lol @Tamara76  thanks 😘

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@lmaster I got a lot of the same products you did, and kind of feel "meh" about this one too. They've all been great so far though!

@Shosh85 the maelle mascara is terrible! and the benefit...

@Shosh85 the maelle mascara is terrible! and the benefit is kinda worthless too 🤨

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@lmaster oh my gosh, I agree about the Benefit! I opened it up and was a little confused. 🤔

Re: Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

Okay, I received my Boxyluxe today! I'm honestly not sure why I was able to get mine early/on time and in proper, as my luck is usually awful. I'd rather the experience be uniform (no joke) than receive a better result than others. Either we should all be pleased or all be disappointed! Anyways... My box arrived DESTROYED (great job FedEx!) with flaps hanging off and punctures, but amazingly nothing inside was damaged. Here's some pics! I received the Cover FX palette in Light-medium, Moda Brushes (powder & highlight), Iconic Eyebrow Cushion in Medium, Wander Beauty Lift Off Mask, Lilly Lashes Faux Mink Gaia lashes, IT Cosmetics Confidence In A Cream, Becca Ultimate Lipstick Love in Sorbet (C), Morphe Artistry Palette in (15-N) Nightmaster, Deborah Lippmann nail polish duet in O'Donna and Modern Love, and Boxycharm holographic traincase.

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Re: Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

Such a good box!  I can't believe nothing was damaged! Enjoy!! @KemoLove 

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@KemoLove that is a great box! I love the color combinations in the Morphe palette and the nail polishes look beautiful too! Now I’m almost tempted to sign up myself.

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@KemoLove  Whoa that box is totally trashed. I’m so amazed that the products inside all seem to have survived! 

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Wow your box does look super luxe!! The colours in the Morphe Nightmaster palette look especially appealing 😍 @KemoLove 

OMG! I'm shooked that your products all arrived in one pi...

OMG! I'm shooked that your products all arrived in one piece. I just got the shipping email for mine. I can't wait!

ooooo now I'm excited! @KemoLove this is a great box and...

ooooo now I'm excited! @KemoLove this is a great box and the palettes are beautiful

Re: Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

Looks like Boxycharm has curated another "F.O.M.O." box for new subscribers. Since the March box is now sold out, anyone who signs up for the first time (or reactivates their account) will receive this specialty box containing items from past boxes. There may be some box variation if many people sign up all at once, but as of right now the box will contain: Too Faced Better Than Sex Mascara, Tarte limited-edition Rainforest of the Sea ™ highlighting eyeshadow palette vol. III, Tula Bright All Night – Energizing Sheet Mask (Set of 2), MODA Powder Brush and Soft Glow Brush Kit, Oryza Beauty Lipgloss (shade may vary). Combined retail value over $100.

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I keep forgetting to post, but I’ve been loving this Boxwalla subscription, with the Most lovely, natural  skincare products. It’s an every other month subscription with full sizes. I haven’t gotten to try everything yet, but have enjoyed immensely everything I’ve tried! Descriptions from Siam Seas website in the spoilers.

 

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Said Clear Skin

Sai is a powerhouse antioxidant serum that synergistically combines a stable form of vitamin C and science-proven actives to create a second skin-like protective layer providing a firming appearance and natural glow.  It uses organic plant extracts’ energies to smoothen skin texture, soothe lesions and redness, brighten dark spots and even skin tone.

Uniqueness of Sai Serum

Sai is supposed to be mildly grainy. The graininess/powderiness comes from Duan Shi Gao or Gypsum, It is great for tissue regeneration & wound healing, used in TCM in powdered form on burns, scalds, as well as for eczema.  I synergistically combined it with 3 other botanical extracts in Sai to create cooling effect,  reducing heat therefore impacting in the reduction of inflammation & acne, and lesions on the skin, like in conditions such as psoriasis, rash or eczema.

Duan Shi Gao’s very fine powder is mixed in and suspended in Sai formula. However if you open up the bottle to look, it may look clumpy. This is because naturally, gypsum draws & holds water from its surroundings. This causes gypsum to expand even in suspension. However gypsum releases water out when it’s warmed. It is a pretty fascinating process actually!

How to apply Sai Serum

So the best way to apply Sai, is to pump onto the palm of your hand, rub your palms together to activate & warm up the gypsum powder then apply it on to your face in slightly outward & upward direction. You will barely feel tiny particles like powder on skin. The powderiness then will dissipate as you apply Sai onto your skin but the gypsum is there, cooling & releasing moisture onto your skin.

 

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Kwam Rak Body Serum

Kwam Rak (means love) is a gorgeous true hybrid body serum that instantly hydrates like body lotion and deeply moisturizes like body oil.  This light, creamy textured serum immediately absorbs into the skin after application leaving only a delicate layer of oil to support and protect the health of your skin barrier and moisture within, while creating a radiant glow.

It is infused with synergistic botanical extracts and plant Ceramides to support the health, healing and moisture retention of your skin.  The unrefined organic mustard seed oil provides a cooling skin sensation as it is traditionally used as a massage oil to improve circulation and smoothen skin texture.

The grounding scent of nutmeg and faint mustard seed bestow comforting energy before the scent gently transfers into a blooming floral essence of Jasmine Sambac and Frangipani.

 

Re: Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

Oh wow!  What an awesome way to try unique and niche skincare!  Enjoy!  @sister13 ❤️

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@sister13~ Thank you for sharing with us! I've been following Boxwalla for a while but have yet to sub. The products always look so luxe! I like seeing how others enjoy their selections and hearing your opinions on the products. The Boxwalla group seems to have a pretty good setup for exploring new brands. Glad you are enjoying yours!

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I think I first got hooked when the had African Botanics $250 oil for the $50 box price. It’s the only subscription I do. I like that it’s every other month, full size, and limited in scope with high quality brands. Though I admit I have no business. Getting new skincare! @KemoLove 

Subscription Central (Spoilers, Unboxings, and More)

FYI Boxycharm apparently messed up a lot of people's cover fx palette shade. (We all knew it was coming.) I even saw that some people received emails explaining there was an "it glitch" that caused groups to be mixed up based on the beauty quiz and that boxy is out of the palette so they are giving people like 4500 charms and telling people to check out trading groups. 😞 The label for my BoxyLuxe hasn't even been created yet. I really hope that means they are double checking the remaining boxes. 🤞 I hope I receive the lighter version. If I receive the darker palette, I will be willing to swap someone. @Kim888 I know you mentioned resubscribing for the palette. I hope everyone gets the right one.

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@Lazybeautybeast~ Thank you for posting about this, I didn't even realize it was happening. But, as you said, we all pretty much knew this was coming lol. I received an e-mail yesterday morning saying that my Boxyluxe was already on it's way. I guess we'll see what I end up with. I'm not sure why I'm receiving this box so soon, as they don't usually send mine out so early. And @Kim888, I agree, it's simple enough just to state "we don't use profiles." Don't bother saying that you will incorporate them and then choose not to for convenience.

UPDATE: I just received an email from boxy saying "Becaus...

UPDATE: I just received an email from boxy saying "Because of reasons outside our control we experienced a slight delay with our boxes this month. We are doing everything in our power to get you your box as soon as possible. Stay on the lookout for your tracking email next week!" I hope the "reasons" are they are checking the palettes.
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