Birchbox May 2011 and NewBeauty TestTube: QVC Edition!

My Birchbox May 2011 contained:

Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint
Archipelago Pomegranate Gift Set
BVLGARI Mon Jasmin Noir
Jouer Mini Tinted Lip Enhancers Kit
Erno Laszlo TranspHuse Night Serum

Prepare for a rant......

I would like to start off by saying that I have become completely disappointed with Birchbox.  The first couple of boxes I received I loved.  I raved about them and, dare I say, am probably the reason some people ordered theirs.  The problems started when I had to call customer service to get the debit card that I pay with every month switched because I had to cancel the one that was on file.  

It took me a couple days of trying to get through because their customer service department isn't open after working hours.  I have an office job and it is nearly impossible for me to make personal calls during working hours.  When I finally did get through the Birchbox Representative seemed less than interested in my issue.  I told her what I needed and she said "Yesterday was the cutoff to receive this month's Birchbox!"  I then explained that I tried to get in touch with them the few days before.  Didn't phase her so I had decided at that moment that I didn't need to continue the subscription.  

Days later I saw some reviews on what I missed out on and decided to sign up again.  I did it through the the site instead of over the phone out of convenience.  I was happy with the next box I received because I love Zoya polishes.  The box for May really disappointed me.  The biggest reason I am unhappy with the May box is because they sent me the Jouer Luminizing Moisture Tint.  I received that sample before. The first time I received it it was actually a deluxe sample size.  This time they are just the flimsy little sample packets.  

I emailed Birchbox to let them know how I felt and instead of addressing the issues I had they basically said "Thanks for your feedback."  They didn't try to work out the fact they sent me duplicate samples and frankly I got the same cold feeling I got from the customer service lady the first time I was in contact with them over the phone.  Uncaring.  I promptly emailed them back and told them to cancel my subscription.  I still haven't heard back from them and that was 3 days ago.  I will more than likely need to call.  /end rant!

NewBeauty TestTube: QVC Edition contained:

Borghese Fango Delicato Active Mud for Delicate Dry Skin, 1 oz

Dalton Color Creme Lip Gloss in Lisa Lou, 0.21 oz x2

Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pad Anti-Aging Exfoliating Self-Tanner, 10 towlettes

Pacifica Solid Perfume , 0.33 oz

Philosophy Inner Grace Perfumed Shampoo, Bath, and Shower Gel, 2 oz

ProStrong Pro Advanced Fluoride Nail Strengthener, 0.25 oz

Tarte Lights, Camera, Lashes Mascara, 0.10 oz

Tarte Maracuja Oil, 0.23 oz

Wen Cleansing Conditioner in Fig, 6 oz.

Wowza! I love this!  The value of the individual products is way more than the $30-something dollars that I paid for the tube.  The magazine alone is valued at $9.95.  From what I have gathered from my research on the internet is that these TestTube's used to include lots of full size products for the same price but I am still happy with the sizes I received in this one.

I hope you enjoyed this post and you walk away having learned something!

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