Birchbox: December 2012 - Page 23

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Originally Posted by Antidentite 

Free Birchbox man box with a $50 purchase.  Its the BB man box that has the knit tie and the duffle bag so it seems like a pretty good deal. 

Originally Posted by quene8106 

buy $50 worth of stuff, get $45 worth of bb man stuff for free

Originally Posted by lolas 

That's great that you go to a good school, get good grades and are becoming an expert in what you are majoring in. I got my Master's in nutrition from one of the top ten schools in the nation in this field, so I am considered an expert in nutrition. Humans have been eating carbs in the form of vegetables and fruits for quite some time. The "insoluble" carbs you mention is fiber and it does count as a carb.

 

I really wanted to avoid this argument, but here are my main points:

 

1 - People are individuals and so their diets should be individualized. For the most part people do that. When they go on fad diets such as the keto diet, it is often unsustainable because it differs so drastically from what they normally eat. A dietitian or other health professional can help someone make small changes over time that last. Dropping 30 lbs in a matter of months is great, but not when you gain it back in a few more months. What is awesome is see a client keep off 160+lbs for more than 4 years due to small changes made over time.

 The best part is that they don't have to cut back on yummy foods like cupcakes and cookies.

 

2 - The keto diet was designed to decrease epileptic symptoms in children, not for weight loss. It is contraindicated in all others. In all others it has the potential to cause hypoglycemia, coma and death. If this diet works for you, fine, keep on doing it. I would just ask that you do not recommend it to others without prior medical consultation.

 

3 - Your reddit site that you get all your info from is essentially a forum. I get my nutrition information from textbooks, published journals and other reputable academic sources, so I really don't appreciate being called a liar. I can get academic evidence to back up all my points if you would like.

 

If you want to continue this conversation, PM me and we can continue.

 

However, I would like to get back to the purpose of this forum. I would love to get the eye gels in my box. All the other items in the sneak peek are just meh for me. No more perfume samples...I can't wear them to work and most smell like my grandma...

Originally Posted by kawaiimeows 

that's the one! :] nice to see another law student around here. our AWLS here is also doing a "white" themed charity ball in the spring so i'm sure i can find a use for the coupon ;]

Originally Posted by Legalista 

I missed Barrister's last year because of a mock trial so I'm excited for this year! Has anyone else been using SelfControl to help study but still have internet? I just discovered the app and it is saving me from putzing around here all day when I should be studying! It's a great app if you haven't tried it!

Originally Posted by quene8106 

oh ok. gotcha. i'm not gonna lie, but i ran over to the bb site as soon as you made that post, haha

Originally Posted by Missglammygirl 

So, did anyone who got the Mox botanicals lip butter the last few months like it like I did? I decided to check their website and saw they had this http://moxbotanicals.com/products/mox-sampler   It looks like a pack with samples of their 6 items. Has anyone gotten it? Im thinking about getting it, but it looks like its all little samples (like the ones you get at sephora when you want a sample of foundation but a purple-ish color with a label) If all it is a tiny sample, then I can't justify getting it. But It has 3 samples of their lip butters and 3 samples of their solid perfume... Idk, am I overthinking this?

 

So its $9 for the 6 samples and an extra 3 for shipping....

Originally Posted by bluemustang 

I need some advice.. I ordered Marylou Manizer a bit ago from BB and it arrived totally shattered. They sent me a new one but i would like to fix the broken one. What is the best way to do this? I have seen online where you can use a quarter to flatten an eye shadow but what is the best way for a bigger size? And will the shimmer be effected by any of it? Is it better to crush and make it a loose powder?
I looove this stuff. Like someone else mentioned, it looks good even if you have more oily skin. I wouldn't mind getting one in my BB so I have one for my purse.

Originally Posted by msdollfaced 

I talked about this on my blog awhile back. The best thing for a broken compact is to crumble it completely up, clean the edges and add alcohol directly to the powder to make a paste (there shouldn't be excess liquid though) smooth it out with a spoon and then cover it with a piece of tissue. Now depending on how big it is, you can now use a glass/cup/etc. to press down and flatten it the rest of the way, use firm but not overbearing pressure. Remove the tissue and let this sit and air out for ATLEAST a day, if not longer. You'll know that it's completely dry when you no longer smell alcohol. 

 

Also, the shimmer won't be affected.

 

I've also tried the loose pigment route and I could never get it completely fine and smooth without chunks. Hope this helps!

Originally Posted by heatwebb000 

Sorry off topic but just a question.  Can you pm me my son is 12 and weighs 130lbs I have tried eating good low sugar low fat low sat fat ect we work out everything I just don't understand he doesn't over eat if anything he doesn't eat every meal and never finishes his meals.  Now when he goes to his dads he gains 10 lbs in 2 weeks i cry myself to sleep over this I weigh 110 lbs he's trys so hard really he does please pm me if possible for advice!

Originally Posted by bluemustang 

I need some advice.. I ordered Marylou Manizer a bit ago from BB and it arrived totally shattered. They sent me a new one but i would like to fix the broken one. What is the best way to do this? I have seen online where you can use a quarter to flatten an eye shadow but what is the best way for a bigger size? And will the shimmer be effected by any of it? Is it better to crush and make it a loose powder?
I looove this stuff. Like someone else mentioned, it looks good even if you have more oily skin. I wouldn't mind getting one in my BB so I have one for my purse.

Originally Posted by bluemustang 

I need some advice.. I ordered Marylou Manizer a bit ago from BB and it arrived totally shattered. They sent me a new one but i would like to fix the broken one. What is the best way to do this? I have seen online where you can use a quarter to flatten an eye shadow but what is the best way for a bigger size? And will the shimmer be effected by any of it? Is it better to crush and make it a loose powder?
I looove this stuff. Like someone else mentioned, it looks good even if you have more oily skin. I wouldn't mind getting one in my BB so I have one for my purse.

Originally Posted by Missglammygirl 

gah! i wish i would have used a code! what is that for?

Originally Posted by marybbryant 

 

There seems to be a lot of great products this month.  I'm hoping I get the clarfying shampoo that was in the sneak peek video.  I use a lot of Orofluido everyday - I put it my hair when its wet, and then again once it's dry.  I'm not really sure if there is buildup or not, but I would like to try a clarifying shampoo and that appears to be the best one I have seen.  I also wouldnt mind getting the blush they are sampling this month.  Or a skincare item. 

Originally Posted by Cathie 

You are awesome! Thank you so much for this tip!! I now have 2 eyeshadows "curing".

Originally Posted by Amber Back 

My box is already in Pittsburgh! So I'm hoping it makes it's way to me in the suburbs tomorrow instead of it's scheduled Monday delivery.

 

Ps. Can anyone compare the Model Co mascara to the Julep one? I haven't opened mine yet because I have others to finish first... the only fiber mascara i've tried before is the Julep one and I hate it. (I always manage to poke myself in the eye or get a fiber stuck in my lash line... and I don't really think it does anything for volume.)

Originally Posted by Angelalh 

haha omg!!!! me and my family went to a chinese buffet this weekend and my sister in laws "FORTUNE" said BLESSED ARE THE CHILDREN FOR THEY WILL INHERIT THE NATIONAL DEBT.................... WTF!!!!!!

 

my bfs said "MONEY IS THE ROOT OF ALL EVIL AND MEN NEED ROOTS"

 

 

ive never ever seen such crazy "fortunes"

Originally Posted by Amber Back 

My box is already in Pittsburgh! So I'm hoping it makes it's way to me in the suburbs tomorrow instead of it's scheduled Monday delivery.

 

Ps. Can anyone compare the Model Co mascara to the Julep one? I haven't opened mine yet because I have others to finish first... the only fiber mascara i've tried before is the Julep one and I hate it. (I always manage to poke myself in the eye or get a fiber stuck in my lash line... and I don't really think it does anything for volume.)

Originally Posted by Jazbot 

Zadi can you find the box spoiler pics?

Originally Posted by queenofperil 

Boo. None of my info has updated yet. I don't really want theBalm blush because it's similar to NARS Orgasm, which I already own. I think this month's box is destined to be a bust for me. It's not the fault of Birchbox, though. I would really like to the the purple Eyeko liner, but I seriously doubt I will.

Originally Posted by jnm9jem 

Hello! First time poster here! I got a lime green eyeliner in my box last month  so it can only go up from here!

 

I have been a subscriber for over a year now and have been pleased overall with my subscription. It is a little annoying that I seem to get my box later than everyone else though!