So what is Blisscovered?
Blisscovered is similar to birchbox.Every month around 4-5 luxury products will be shipped to you at your doorstep.These products are sample sized products.What are the benefits?You get to try a variety of products and if you like it,you can purchase the bigger versions of the same.
Finally, our prayers have been answered!Same concept,different name.Blisscovered is the indian version of Birchbox.
How much do they charge and what do you get?
Blisscovered charges Rs.700 per month.You get 4-5 handpicked trial size products each month.
Before you purchase the box,there a few question you may have to answer like “what’s your skin type?” ” Do you like natural products?” “Your favourite products?” etc.Because they send the products accordingly.
The website states that “We curate the products to ensure they are tailored to suit your individual needs“
-I came across this website on twitter and was super excited.I have been watching birchbox reviews for such a long time now and i have always wanted this concept to reach india.But obviously i was skeptical about the companies providing sample sized products for the same.Well..i am glad that they started it .We all know how exciting it is to open a beautiful box full of tiny little products every month!(though i wouldn’t say the box was “full” of products)
How was my experience?
-First i logged into blisscovered.com
-I clicked on “Join”-“One month membership” -“Add to cart”-“Filled in the form which had a few questions-filled in my address.It was a little confusing initially because when i tried to login ,it didn’t accept my login information.
-So i contacted the customer care and they replied promptly.My issue was solved.
-I received an email “Thanking” me for the purchase.
-A week before ,i received an email saying that i can expect the blisscovered box around the second half of next week.
-i received a mail this week saying the box has been dispatched .
-I was provided with the tracking number the next day and i received the box the same day.
Initial reactions?
-The main blisscovered box came inside a sturdy white box.
-Inside the box was the ” blisscovered box” . As i tore apart the white box violently( I know it sounds wrong,but you know how girls are!) ,i could see something purple.Yes,this was it,i discovered Bliss (Blisscovered).A beautiful lavender/purple coloured box.
-I opened the box.Read the list of the products and the prices were mentioned there too (which is a PLUS!)
-A personalised letter was sent with the box
-Also, a Rs.300 discount coupon to purchase the bigger versions of the dwarf like products.
(Scroll down to see what products i received ,the pros and cons and other details )
The products i received were:
Forest essentials-Hair oil (50ml)
Lancome-Genifique-Youth Activating Concentrate (5ml)
Clarins-Clear Softening Peeling Renewing Lotion (30ml)
Diesel-Loverdose (Eau De Parfum) (1.5ml)
Omved-Mint Lip Balm (250g) -This one was a full size for Rs.250
Pros:
– I loved the packaging.Beautifully packed and well presented.
-Cash on Delivery/Pay on delivery
-Cash on Delivery/Pay on delivery
-The service is good.Prompt replies is a PLUS!
-Arrived quickly.
-Fun way to discover new products.
-You can purchase the full size products from their website .(Blisscovered Boutique)
-I might use it as a jewellery box.
(You can read one of my old tutorials on how to make a ring box HERE)
-Loved the personalised letter and description of products
Cons:
-The price is a little steep.Birchbox charges $10 per month,which is around Rs.500.I feel Blisscovered should charge somewhere between Rs.500-600 which is more reasonable.But i understand that it’s a start up company and it takes a lot to put everything together.
-I had mentioned in the questions that they had asked on their website before purchase that i do not prefer “Natural” products.But they did send natural products which is a big turn off.
-i had emphasized more on Makeup products than skin care products.I wish there was at least one makeup product included in the box.Didn’t like that part.
Will i subscribe for the next blisscovered box?
I might.Not sure, as i received more of skincare products and i am scared that i will receive the same next month.I would prefer more of makeup products ,nail paints and leave in conditioners.
Rating for the January 2012 blisscovered box-3.5/5
Again,different people might receive different products.We never know.We cannot judge this concept by one little box in one month as the products will be different every month.So i do recommend trying this out as it’s a fun way to try new products .You can definitely experiment by subscribing for a month and see how it works for you.
Let me know what you guys think.Have you tried Blisscovered yet?
