I Hate Beautychoice.com
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user79
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You're def allowed your opinion but I totally disagree with it. Of course some people will think that, but honestly, ALL prominent beauty bloggers get gratis. All of them. Same with beauty magazines. That's how the business works. Companies want end consumers to know about their products so they will send bloggers and industry insiders products to use and test, and hopefully write about them. I don't see why it should be different on Youtube when the entire beauty industry works that way.
Sure, it's nice to get gratis stuff once in a while, but do you honestly think the offer of some free eyeshadows or a lipglass will sway a person's opinion on it that much? Not everyone's integrity can be so easily bought with the offer of some free lipgloss. I do think that maybe some people have started giving less honest reviews and don't mention the down sides to some products, some videos are honestly more like infomercials, but there's also plenty of us who get gratis and tell our honest opinion on stuff. I've also received things that weren't up to par so didn't recommend them to my viewers or use them in videos because the product was not good. But I think some smaller, less prominent companies do deserve to get raved about because their products are amazing but people hardly know about them - Obsessive Compulsive springs to mind. And people should know about them because the products are great quality and on par or better than MAC for example.
Also, what good would it do me as a video maker if I rave about some product that was actually crappy, then my viewers bought the product and realized it was crap? They would never believe a single word out of my mouth again, so what benefit does that have for the video maker?
That's my take on the issue, I know some people don't trust video makers just because they get free products but I don't see it that way. I personally value my viewers too much to review or showcase products that are actually crap. Also, if I'm about to purchase a product that I have never heard of before, I make sure to get a variety of opinions, not just one person.
Originally Posted by kdemers1221
i hate all of these "raved" about companies by youtube gurus. free stuff will always sway an opinion no matter how much people claim they're giving unbiased opinions. it makes me sick that companies will send free stuff knowing damn well they'll get new business from it and then still rip off the consumer. it's all hype and i won't ever buy from a company raved about by gurus because you just can't trust it. |
You're def allowed your opinion but I totally disagree with it. Of course some people will think that, but honestly, ALL prominent beauty bloggers get gratis. All of them. Same with beauty magazines. That's how the business works. Companies want end consumers to know about their products so they will send bloggers and industry insiders products to use and test, and hopefully write about them. I don't see why it should be different on Youtube when the entire beauty industry works that way.
Sure, it's nice to get gratis stuff once in a while, but do you honestly think the offer of some free eyeshadows or a lipglass will sway a person's opinion on it that much? Not everyone's integrity can be so easily bought with the offer of some free lipgloss. I do think that maybe some people have started giving less honest reviews and don't mention the down sides to some products, some videos are honestly more like infomercials, but there's also plenty of us who get gratis and tell our honest opinion on stuff. I've also received things that weren't up to par so didn't recommend them to my viewers or use them in videos because the product was not good. But I think some smaller, less prominent companies do deserve to get raved about because their products are amazing but people hardly know about them - Obsessive Compulsive springs to mind. And people should know about them because the products are great quality and on par or better than MAC for example.
Also, what good would it do me as a video maker if I rave about some product that was actually crappy, then my viewers bought the product and realized it was crap? They would never believe a single word out of my mouth again, so what benefit does that have for the video maker?
That's my take on the issue, I know some people don't trust video makers just because they get free products but I don't see it that way. I personally value my viewers too much to review or showcase products that are actually crap. Also, if I'm about to purchase a product that I have never heard of before, I make sure to get a variety of opinions, not just one person.
rbella
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^^^I agree Miss. I think that people who are ethical and have a good history and longstanding background within the "guru" sect (when did we start using "guru" so much?) should receive gratis. It is up to you, the consumer, to know whether or not you are listening to a reliable source.
If someone has a disclaimer stating that they want some free products to try, "please send", well then I wouldn't trust them. I don't know that much, so I could be totally off. I don't watch youtube peeps. But, I do know that there are a group of names out there I trust and don't trust. Most of which you learn very quickly.
Also, I like to know that there are others that I can turn to for a valuable opinion on a product versus just relying on a cosmetic company to tell me it rocks. I value Specktra for this.
Sorry this happened to you. I hope it does get resolved.
If someone has a disclaimer stating that they want some free products to try, "please send", well then I wouldn't trust them. I don't know that much, so I could be totally off. I don't watch youtube peeps. But, I do know that there are a group of names out there I trust and don't trust. Most of which you learn very quickly.
Also, I like to know that there are others that I can turn to for a valuable opinion on a product versus just relying on a cosmetic company to tell me it rocks. I value Specktra for this.
Sorry this happened to you. I hope it does get resolved.
kdemers1221
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I agree with what you are saying, that is business. the issue is that some of these companies are not well run or have good customer service. Youtube gurus are sending their viewers to these companies and while the products might be great but if the company never gives you the product you ordered or have any form of customer service whats the point then? obviously the gurus had good experiences it was sent to them... it wasn't their money being taken without a product showing up in the mail. i'm sure most gurus don't just give reviews about products just because they got them for free. i just think people should be careful. beautychoice is raved about all over youtube and now its obvious they're not all they're cracked up to be.
| Originally Posted by MissChievous
You're def allowed your opinion but I totally disagree with it. Of course some people will think that, but honestly, ALL prominent beauty bloggers get gratis. All of them. Same with beauty magazines. That's how the business works. Companies want end consumers to know about their products so they will send bloggers and industry insiders products to use and test, and hopefully write about them. I don't see why it should be different on Youtube when the entire beauty industry works that way. Sure, it's nice to get gratis stuff once in a while, but do you honestly think the offer of some free eyeshadows or a lipglass will sway a person's opinion on it that much? Not everyone's integrity can be so easily bought with the offer of some free lipgloss. I do think that maybe some people have started giving less honest reviews and don't mention the down sides to some products, some videos are honestly more like infomercials, but there's also plenty of us who get gratis and tell our honest opinion on stuff. I've also received things that weren't up to par so didn't recommend them to my viewers or use them in videos because the product was not good. But I think some smaller, less prominent companies do deserve to get raved about because their products are amazing but people hardly know about them - Obsessive Compulsive springs to mind. And people should know about them because the products are great quality and on par or better than MAC for example. Also, what good would it do me as a video maker if I rave about some product that was actually crappy, then my viewers bought the product and realized it was crap? They would never believe a single word out of my mouth again, so what benefit does that have for the video maker? That's my take on the issue, I know some people don't trust video makers just because they get free products but I don't see it that way. I personally value my viewers too much to review or showcase products that are actually crap. Also, if I'm about to purchase a product that I have never heard of before, I make sure to get a variety of opinions, not just one person. |
I agree with what you are saying, that is business. the issue is that some of these companies are not well run or have good customer service. Youtube gurus are sending their viewers to these companies and while the products might be great but if the company never gives you the product you ordered or have any form of customer service whats the point then? obviously the gurus had good experiences it was sent to them... it wasn't their money being taken without a product showing up in the mail. i'm sure most gurus don't just give reviews about products just because they got them for free. i just think people should be careful. beautychoice is raved about all over youtube and now its obvious they're not all they're cracked up to be.
L1LMAMAJ
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Well I'm not saying that Beautychoice's products are crappy. They actually sell top quality products. That's not the reason why I started this thread. What I was trying to say is that the customer service is crappy and to warn others that if you want to make a purchase with Beautychoice, do so at your own risk. They may treat guru's well by giving them free stuff and whatnot (I'm not putting any guru's down for accepting) but it says nothing about their customer service.
L1LMAMAJ
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very trueee
| Originally Posted by kdemers1221
I agree with what you are saying, that is business. the issue is that some of these companies are not well run or have good customer service. Youtube gurus are sending their viewers to these companies and while the products might be great but if the company never gives you the product you ordered or have any form of customer service whats the point then? obviously the gurus had good experiences it was sent to them... it wasn't their money being taken without a product showing up in the mail. i'm sure most gurus don't just give reviews about products just because they got them for free. i just think people should be careful. beautychoice is raved about all over youtube and now its obvious they're not all they're cracked up to be. |
very trueee
L1LMAMAJ
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well said. i'm glad misschievouz spoke up and said that she wasn't the type to lie for a company because they gave her free stuff. i really admire that. however, there are so many beauty gurus out there that are not like that.
but then again the topic of this thread is how horrible the customer service at beautychoice is...not about how gurus feel about getting free stuff and whatnot.
| Originally Posted by Forever
Im afraid that yes i do believe that one free lipstick or gloss can very much sway a youtubers review of the product or company just because it was free.If a company is giving you something free your order is going to be on time,because you never ordered it lol You wont be missing an item from your order because you didnt buy any of it.If you do have any issues the owner of the company calls you directly.Whats there to complain about? But if were talking about reviews of a product.Then i think if a youtuber starts giving bad reviews of products not only will that company stop sending them free things because it wont be helping there buisness any to be getting bad reviews.But others companies will/might catch on and start doing the same.And send there freebies to one of the many other youtubers who will be happy to tell a lie for a free lipgloss.So i think maybe some good reviews/lies are given out in fear the companies will stop sending them free products in the future.At least thats the way i see it.And im not saying all youtubers would do this.Some are very nice,talented and genuinely cool people.Im just saying there are so many beauty youtubers now.And not all of them are concerned about there viewers or with there integrity. |
well said. i'm glad misschievouz spoke up and said that she wasn't the type to lie for a company because they gave her free stuff. i really admire that. however, there are so many beauty gurus out there that are not like that.
but then again the topic of this thread is how horrible the customer service at beautychoice is...not about how gurus feel about getting free stuff and whatnot.
Enchantedcameo
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I have never ordered from beautychoice.com and most defently won't be now. Thanks to everyone.
VCI
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I've had the same experience as you with beautychoice.com--slow to no customer service. It's ridiculous the amount of time it's taking them to give your money back. Have you looked into better business bureau.com? Seems like they can be a good mediator for you.
I also felt it misleading utilizing third parties to "round up" customers and then not following through. I'm really disappointed in the youtubers who've become biased for the free stuff they receive.
Anyhow, hope you get your money back soon!!
I also felt it misleading utilizing third parties to "round up" customers and then not following through. I'm really disappointed in the youtubers who've become biased for the free stuff they receive.
Anyhow, hope you get your money back soon!!
L1LMAMAJ
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yea they're so stupid. i hate their customer service. good thing my cc company refunded me. i would've had to wait a million years and beautychoice probably still wouldn't refund me. i'm never ordering from them again. i don't care how cheap their shit is. they're aren't getting my money.
| Originally Posted by VCI
Great! If they're gonna return it then why not do it to begin with, eh? Sheesh! Sooooo glad to hear that you got your money back and hear a success story. I'm going to spread your word whenever I see someone having a difficult time similar to yours. Have a good day! |
yea they're so stupid. i hate their customer service. good thing my cc company refunded me. i would've had to wait a million years and beautychoice probably still wouldn't refund me. i'm never ordering from them again. i don't care how cheap their shit is. they're aren't getting my money.
Candy Christ
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For $160 you can buy a T3 from Sephora. I hear they're better than GHD anyway
