Boxycharm All Full Size or Full Size/Luxury Cancelled

Boxycharm All Full Size or Full Size/Luxury?

see very bottom page for easy-to-read list

All of this info is as of March 24th 2016

Boxycharm is a monthly beauty subscription box that sends 4-5 full-size beauty/makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $21 per month (FREE SHIPPING!)

They only ship to 48 U.S. states. (They don't ship to Hawaii or Alaska yet.)

That is the question folks. Try and find the answer on their website or social media... I dare you. Actually, since I'm the blogger here. I'LLLL do the dirty work. Here are screen shots from their website that give you the answer to that question.

I, very helpfully, sent these to their team as well. Hopefully they clear up the obvious inconsistency in what people, and I until recently, are paying to get and not get.

When I look at what I'm supposed to get in a subscription box the first place I look is the "How it Works" link that seems to be on all of the subscription box/bag websites.

That link SHOULD tell  you exactly how it WORKS right? No?

Boxycharm "How it works" screen shot
VERDICT: 4-5 FULL SIZE

If you are led directly to their website you might start looking there first though. Let's see what the main page says.

VERDICT: (top of main page) 4-5 FULL SIZE

When I pointed out that the "How it works" page made NO mention of "luxury" the response from Boxycharm was that it said it on the main page. As you can see from above... it doesn't. I scrolled down to the BOTTOM of the main page and found what that nice lady must have been talking about.

VERDICT: (bottom of main page) 4-5 FULL SIZE/LUXURY

What did she say again? Oh yes.. she said the main page AND faq pages mention the luxury items. Let's look there.

Hmm. I'm meant to look through these pages for the answer? I better just do a search because I don't want to bother reading all link lists. Search should bring up the answers! 

Here we go. Faq>Searched>Full Size

Oh no! This clearly says "What products will my BOXYCHARM contain?" 

VERDICT: (FAQ page 1) 4-5 FULL SIZE

 The second link we are provided from our search answers the question "Will I be receiving full size or sample size items?
VERDICT: (FAQ page 2) 4-5 FULL SIZE/LUXURY

 Even the FAQ section is confusing (I did get a 3rd result after searching full size but it was about full number of months you are able to subscribe in advance for-so not relevant)

I didn't even THINK to search for JUST luxury size?!

What about social media you ask? 

See bottom for list of answers

Below: Facebook

Below: Google+

 Below: Instagram

 Below: Twitter

Below: Pinterest

Facebook VERDICT - 4-5 FULL SIZE/LUXURY

Instagram VERDICT - 4-5 FULL SIZE

Twitter VERDICT - 4-5 FULL SIZE

Pinterest VERDICT - NEITHER (doesn't specify)

Google+ VERDICT - NEITHER (doesn't specify)

From ABOVE

"How it works" page VERDICT: 4-5 FULL SIZE 

VERDICT: (top of main page) 4-5 FULL SIZE

VERDICT: (bottom of main page) 4-5 FULL SIZE/LUXURY

VERDICT: (FAQ page 1) 4-5 FULL SIZE

VERDICT: (FAQ page 2) 4-5 FULL SIZE/LUXURY

Final Tally
Just Full Size: 5
Both Full Size and Luxury: 3
Not specified: 2

Conclusion?
They should be full size at LEAST 5 times out of 10 to 7 out of 10.
They should be both at LEAST 3 times out of 10 to 5 out of 10.

I sent them this list and they said they would have their boxy web developers look at all part.

I was dissatisfied with this answer. I felt like it was a response to a simple question rather than a customer who felt deceived and TOLD them I was thinking of cancelling. This email was the clincher and I cancelled. I subbed to Birchbox ($10 a month rather than the $21 a month that Boxycharm is)

I will have my review of March Boxycharm items still. I will post the review after I have had/used the items for a month.

♥ March Ipsy Unboxing + February Review ♥

♥ March Ipsy Unboxing + February Review ♥

Ipsy is a monthly subscription box for makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $10 per month

They ship to the U.S., and Canada

There is a wide variety of options for Ipsy bags. You take a quiz when you first sign up (this can be retaken as many times as you like). This effects what is in your bag each month. 

Each time you get a bag you have the option of reviewing the items you received. I've found that this is the best way to effect what you get in your bag each month. The more reviews you complete the more likely you are to like your bags. 

Here is my referral link

https://www.ipsy.com/new?refer=1wq8x

1. NYX Liquid Suede Cream Lipstick  in "Soft Spoken" 4ml - Full Size - $7

Below: doe foot applicator

Below: cute gem style top on the cap

 Below: swatch while wet (left one swipe; right two swipes)

 Below: swatch after it looked dry (less than 3 minutes)

 Below: swatch after it looked dry.... ran finger over to see if it smeared. Yes it does. lol I waited 15 minutes and tried this again on the bottom portion and it had the same effect. The most smearable liquid lipstick I have. It is a liquid suede (not matte) cream lipstick...

 Below: Before/No Product

Below: One coat

 Below: Long stripe is this liquid lipstick
I was comparing my lip liners: From top dash to bottom: Ofra liner in "Orchid", Rimmel London liner 011 Spice, and Lord and Berry liner in "Nude"
I think the top (Ofra "orchid" fits best with it)

Ipsters got colors Pink Lust, Kitten Heels, or Soft Spoken

I received "Soft Spoken"

Which I'm PRETTY happy with! The other two colors are a fushia pink and a darkish red

Website claims:

Waterproof

Infused with: Avocado oil and Vit E

Dries matte (eh..)

Applies opaque (true)

Long-wearing (we'll see)

Vivid color in one creamy swipe (true)

2. Pixi by Petra Beauty Blush Duo in "Rose Gold" without kabuki brush Luxury - size - $11.76 (sold only with brush for $18)
(To find the price I compared it to the other products prices based on ounce that do not include a brush)

I love the blush side but I'm not sure about the yellow "highlight" side. We'll see.

Website claims:

Natural glow

Silky blush/sheer

natural mineral powder that reflects light

applies true to color

hydrating

lightweight

can be worn alone or layered? Interesting.

3. Marc Anthony Nourishing Argan Oil of Morocco 3 Day Smooth Perfect Blow Dry Cream - Luxury Size - 50ml $2.25 (Full size 200ml for $8.99)

I have soooo many smoothing creams. I gave away the ones I didn't like and kept the ones I do. So.. hopefully I like this one! I feel as though I'm a smoothing cream expert!

Website claims:

ultra light

mediterranean oliver oil 

argan oil

shea butter

anti-frizz lock technology? (makes waves/curls straight)

Keratin (strengthen)

Vit E (nourishes)

Glossy

Smooth

Body

4. Manna Kadar Beauty Fantasy 3-in-1 Blush, Eyeshadow, and Highlight - Full Size - 3g $19

(I'm saying this is full size even though a weight isn't on the website. Mine says 3g and most of my eye shadow singles are around 3g and are full size)

 Below: Left swipe is first swipe; right swipe is the leftover! Not extra product (NO digging)

 This is highlight pigmented! I'm shocked because I had heard from spoilers that it wasn't. Look at the beautiful!? lol It looks SO plain in the container. I didn't expect shimmerbeauty lol

Website claims:

pigmented

long-lasting

wet/dry

apply on decolletage (um..no)

blush/highlight/eyeshadow in one (um..no way am I putting this on my cheeks lol or under my eyebrow)

5. Beau Gâchis Paris Eyeshadow Brush - Full Size - $12

Yay! Yessss feed my brush obsessssion! This is pretty and I'm hoping it will be my new favorite eyeshadow brush. It is smaller than the one I normally use. I really like the density. Not too loose.. not too dense. 

Website claims:

handcrafted

high grade animal and synthetic hair

natural wood

copper ferrules

High quality? Indeed!

Total spent for the bag: $10

Total bag is worth: $52.01

Total saved: $42.01

I'm really excited about the lipstick, brush, and shadow.... the smoothing lotion is meh and the blush/highlight duo is as well. That's a WIN!

 

FEBRUARY REVIEW

1. Trust Fund Beauty Nail Polish in "I'm kind of a big deal" - Full Size - $15

Always impressed with Trust Fund beauty polishes, this one is no different. I want them ALL. I wish they would create more of a rainbow of colors so I could buy the shades I REALLY love. 

2.  Tre'StiQue Baby Blush Stick in "Bora Bora Coral" - Deluxe Sample - ?? (Full Size $28 on sale from $34)

This has fast become my favorite blush. I normally dislike stick blushes because they apply directly to my face (bleh!) It is a powder, blends like a dream, lovely color, and it is scentless. Perfection.

3. Margaret Dabbs London Miniature Crystal Nail File - Full Size - $17.04 (£12)
Love this! I was so excited to get one because I had been wanting one. I use it every chance I get (when my nail splits or starts to peel) and it helps IMMEDIATELY and without tearing up my nail.

4. Smashbox Cosmetics Photo Finish Primer Oil - Deluxe size - 0.13oz for $5.60 (Full Size 1oz for $42)

I wasn't thrilled with an oil based primer for makeup (on account of the oil I already make) but I've been using this as a nail oil and it is the BEST I've ever used! One dab covers all 10 of my fingernails. It makes them feel lovely and they split less. My nails are doing pretty great now. I think I'm getting one of these in my first Birch box (If I get the one my friend did.... I hope so lol so I get a second bottle of this)

5. Dr. Brandt PoreDermabrasion - Deluxe Size - 0.25oz for $7.28 (Full Size 2oz $58)

Ugh! There was barely any product in this bottle when I tried to use it. I had to cut it open and scrape it out to get ONE face/upper neck coverage

It felt nice (fine grit) not too harsh for my sensitive skin and smelled minty. Disappointed with the size though. I'm downgrading this to a sample and not a deluxe size. 1/4oz.

Thank you so much for following along. 

☼☼ March Boxycharm Unboxing + February Review ☼☼

☼☼ March Boxycharm Unboxing + February Review ☼☼

Boxycharm is a monthly beauty subscription box that sends 4-5 full-size beauty/makeup products.

I was not given this box. All opinions are my own. Based off my preferences! :D

Cost: $21 per month (FREE SHIPPING!)

My referral link

https://www.boxycharm.com/rewardsref/index/refer/id/38747/

They only ship to 48 U.S. states. (They don't ship to Hawaii or Alaska yet.)

1. Luxie Rose Gold Small Contour Brush #512 - Full Size - $16

As you can see below I have two Luxie brushes already (the 504 and 211) This new 512 is a shinier finish with glitter! Click on the picture below to compare the finishes. I like these pink brushes and their synthetic bristles. The brand is cruelty free, vegan, paraben free, and coated with an antibacterial solution. I adore them. More plz!

2. Chella Eyebrow Color Pencil in "Tantalizing Taupe" - Full Size - $18

A very fine tipped eyebrow penicl in the perfect shade to my brows. I hope everyone got a usable color. On their website they have 6 shades available 

Beautiful Blonde and Awesome Auburn being rare colors in eyebrow pencils... I hope they were sent out too. Although I don't know how they would have distributed that.

 Unfortunately, I think only this color is sold separately from their eyebrow kits. (Which are $54 and come with the pencil, gel, a highlight pencil, and a sharpener)

This pencil is mechanical, creamy, easy to use forward and backward. Look at how SMALL that line is without pressure or trying to go back over it.

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Packaged in tear-away shrink wrap

3. Ofra Body Illuminizer Charmer - Full Size without pump - $34.95 (with pump $39.95)

I have a medium skintone and I have no interest in being darker (or lighter to be honest) but I thought I'd see how it looked. Nothing happened. Ha ha. I put a whole bunch on one arm and compared and you could see no difference (which is why I didn't include the useless picture). 

What you COULD tell was that my left arm looked like it had been dipped in a vat of glitter. I couldn't get a great picture of the sparkle. I made the photo darker... so below if you click on the pic of my hand and zoom in... you can see the fine glitter covering me. It is 100% noticeable. lol I would never wear this... as a 30 year old. I'll be passing it along to a friend or family member.

Unscented lotion scent

Safety seal was not tampered with

4. Makeup Geek Eye Shadow Pan in "Cocoa Bear" $6 

This is a matte reddish brown shade that didn't seem that pigmented to me. I like the color and it wasn't difficult to build. I'm happy this company is cruelty-free, talc free, and paraben free. 

These are also affordable if you have a zpalette to put them in. I do not. These are my first container free pan shadows. I feel it inconsiderate of boxycharm to send us these which essentially forces people to buy zpalettes to place them in.

I consider these 100% deluxe sizes because of that. The packaging isn't suitable to keep them in 24/7 thus...deluxe in my opinion. I have already taken them in and out of the packaging only twice and already I dug the lid flap into the top of one of them. Thus.. I'm forced to pass these ON or buy a zpalette. Irritating to say the least. 

Especially... as boxycharm sent me a banana powder in the same type of packaging from ofra last month. I know have three of these. (At the bottom of the post before the review of last months I address contacting boxycharm, their response, and what will be happening in the future)

In the picture below it is the package on the right.

In the picture below it is the swatch on the left.

5. Makeup Geek Duochrome Eye Shadow Pan in "Mai Tai" $6

This is an apricot with orchid reflects (is how it is described on the website)

In my opinion this is a shimmery peach with blue/violet notes that duochromes to a yellow brownish gold. It is simply ...beautiful. I adore this shadow.

I felt it was more pigmented than the matte but I expect mattes to be tougher than shimmers in general.

 Again, I'm happy this company is cruelty-free, talc free, paraben free, and affordable.

For the same reasons above I feel as though I need a zpalette to keep this! The cheapest I could find is $14.99.

In the photo below the package is on the left.

In the photo below the swatch of this shade is on the right. 

Just..look at it. Lovely. I didn't even MEAN to take a picture with it displaying the duochrome halves. It just natural shifts. So beautiful. I can't wait to wear it.

6. Catherine Malandrino Style de Paris - Deluxe Size - 10ml $16 (Full Size 50ml $80)

Clearly a deluxe size, no question about that. I don't like getting perfumes because I can only wear natural oils without my lungs burning, coughing, asthma attacks, etc. 

This has a powerful scent and seems to last decades. I haven't wore it yet and I probably won't be though. TI sprayed the packaging and it still smells of the perfume days later.

Scent (according to website): Oriental with fun fruits

Italian Mandarain, rube red grapefruit, nashi pear

Orange blossom, sweet jasmine, fresh gardenia

Amber and musk

I like the scent but it is overwhelmingly strong. If I could dab a little on it would be nice.

Total spent for the bag: $21

Total bag is worth: $96.95

Total saved: $75.95

Full size: Brush and Eyebrow Pencil
Part Full size: Bronzer (without pump)
Deluxe samples: 2 eyeshadows and the perfume.

If you want the whole emails I can post them but...
I wrote to boxycharm and told them "I didn't want the items revealed to me for understandable reasons" but that I would LIKE at least some reassurance that there would be 4-5 full size products in Aprils box like they SAY I'm paying for.

I don't like or dislike these products any more than any other boxycharm box but I don't have to pay $21 a month for them.

Their response was:

My response was:

To send them a screenshot from their own website. Unless I get a satisfactory response to this email, I will be cancelling before Aprils box. I'll go with a birchbox and a second ipsy rather than being subtly deceived out of no where.

FEBRUARY REVIEW
1. Beauty For Real Blush (in coral crush) + Glo Highlight (in Hi Beam) Duo - Full Size - $24

These are pretty and blendable but the scent is overpowering (why is anything but perfume scented!)

2. Spongellé You Have My Heart On a String Body Wash Buffer + Polish - Full Size - $15

This is wayyyyy to scratchy for my sensitive skin on the SOFT side. I used it on my legs but it was torture. The scent is nice but I found it too cloying.

3. Shray Boxycharm Limited Edition - Ms. Amazing Gift Kit - $12

Loved this mask! I love masks in general.. but I've never seen a difference after using any of them. Still happy to have it.

4. Ofra Cosmetics Banana Powder Godet - Full Size - $12

This was way too dark for my skin tone (even though I'm a medium/light) I'm not sure what I'll do with it. Maybe a random eyeshadow?

5. RealTree Perfume - Deluxe Size - 10ml $12 (Full Size 100ml $24.99)

Terrible scent. I'll be passing this one along (with the new one they just sent me)

6.  Freeze 24-7 Anti-Aging Eye Serum - Deluxe Size - 0.23 oz $54.76 (Full Size 0.50 oz $115)

Love this! Again... like masks.. I love using eye serums. I noticed it helped my eyes a bit though but it stings after awhile. It comes out really fast though so I was super careful to just dab it out and use that amount.

2 Full size

4 Deluxe Sized

I let this pass for this box but again for both Feb and March.. is too much for me. Now they are trying to email me that they have ALWAYS done Full/Luxury? No.

Thank you so much for following along.