No more B2M (Back to MAC)?

[Ruby_Woo]

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I haven't heard anything.I go to update in 2 weeks, I'll ask and let you guys know. The point is for people that B2M to replenish what they used up, and there for you know bring about return business. Some people definetly abuse it, and in this economy its getting tough. You have to cut cost.

I have mixed feelings about this both as an employee and MAC addict. But at the same time no other brand does this. We'll see.

Ill keep you guys updated.

 

[IDontKnowMomo]

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Super curious :x
I want to know more!

 

[SakurasamaLover]

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Lush has started something like B2M. Just like that... in some place at least.

 

[nursee81]

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^so had origins.

 

[Spikesmom]

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Originally Posted by nursee81 ^so had origins.

I think they take back your empty items but you do not get anything in return.

 

[miss_bailey]

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It makes sense for them to stop it in todays climate but hopefully when the economy is back on track they bring it back.

 

[vocaltest]

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Originally Posted by glitternmyveins I work for mac in the UK and last week our managers were told on an update that Mac will only be honouring back2mac for customers who come in for it and know about it already, but as ma's we will not be telling/promoting customers any more about this service as of now! But you will still be able to go in and get ur b2m if you ask about it. We just wont be promoting it anymore thats all x

Did they say exactly why?

I hope it isn't stopping... seriously, what a pile of shit if it actually is. I'm gonna investigate more tomorrow when I go to Canterbury.

 

[vocaltest]

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Originally Posted by Spikesmom I think they take back your empty items but you do not get anything in return.

you get a sample apparently. but its not just empty origins items... its any brand. any empty bottle etc. not sure if glass is allowed tho.

 

[[email protected]]

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Originally Posted by Ruby_Woo I haven't heard anything.I go to update in 2 weeks, I'll ask and let you guys know. The point is for people that B2M to replenish what they used up, and there for you know bring about return business. Some people definetly abuse it, and in this economy its getting tough. You have to cut cost. I have mixed feelings about this both as an employee and MAC addict. But at the same time no other brand does this. We'll see. Ill keep you guys updated.

I have mixed feelings too. No other brand has this kind of program, but other brands do the free gifts with purchase.

 

[erine1881]

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i just got back from update today and nothing was mentioned. so it may just be overseas.

that does suck seeing as how environmentally friendly it is.

 

[Miss Virtue]

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Originally Posted by vocaltest Did they say exactly why? I hope it isn't stopping... seriously, what a pile of shit if it actually is. I'm gonna investigate more tomorrow when I go to Canterbury.

Apparently it costs too much for them to run, was what I was told yesterday.

HTH

 

[statusmode]

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I realllyyyyy hope they don't stop the program.. =[

 

[boudoirblonde]

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Dear M.A.C,

If B2M is costing too much, why not up the number of empties then? To 8 per lipstick, or 10 even?

BUT DON'T JUST SCRAP IT! Honestly, I would stop buying some of their products if they did this (i.e Fix+, brush cleanser, fluidline)

Please say it isn't so!

 

[amy_forster]

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I'm in the UK and I was told by one of the MA in Nottingham that the B2M programme is being phased out.

She said they're stopping promoting the programme to customers as of now but are still honouring the programme for those who come in with their emties...but it IS being phased out. Gutted

 

[inconspicuous]

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Man, this sucks. Just a week ago my MAC SA was being very talkative about B2M and making sure I knew all about it. And now suddenly it's being phased out? Ubersuck. =[

Although as someone else said maybe they'd start doing GWP items instead, something like Clinique's Bonus Time, as incentives? We can dream, anyway...

Edit to add: If they're not actively promoting it anymore, you'd think they'd take the information about B2M off the website. I figure as long as the B2M page is up on the UK site we should still be good to go. So I'll be keeping my eye on there.

 

[BEA2LS]

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Originally Posted by inconspicuous Man, this sucks. Just a week ago my MAC SA was being very talkative about B2M and making sure I knew all about it. And now suddenly it's being phased out? Ubersuck. =[ Although as someone else said maybe they'd start doing GWP items instead, something like Clinique's Bonus Time, as incentives? We can dream, anyway... Edit to add: If they're not actively promoting it anymore, you'd think they'd take the information about B2M off the website. I figure as long as the B2M page is up on the UK site we should still be good to go. So I'll be keeping my eye on there.

other brands in MAC's price range does GWP, it really might be time for mac to start

 

[SMMY]

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Can you imagine how much single eye shadow sales will plummet, if they get rid of B2M? I imagine half the reason a lot of people buy the singles is with the idea of B2Ming the pots. Conversely, I predict if that happens, quad sales will go up a lot.

 

[LMD84]

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it'll be a sad day when back to mac ends however all good things end eventually. i'll still depot my shadows though because i like them in quads and i don't loose them! but i always get excited when i have enough for a free lipstick! i always get a colour that i wouldn't usually wear and because it's a freebie it doesn't matter if i only use it a few times. and sometimes i end up loving what i've got! ruby woo for example! i'd have never bought a bright red lippie but i thought why not! now i love it!!

 

[TISH1124]

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Yep I will be strict pro pan....But the good news is...we will probably see TONS of pots at the CCO ... The difference in the price there will equal to more than a free lippie if you buy 6...They are $10.00 ea. compared to $14.00

 

[vocaltest]

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Originally Posted by SMMY Can you imagine how much single eye shadow sales will plummet, if they get rid of B2M? I imagine half the reason a lot of people buy the singles is with the idea of B2Ming the pots. Conversely, I predict if that happens, quad sales will go up a lot.

I don't think it will plummet. The majority of MAC's customers aren't MAC Cosmetics fanatics like we are on here... most haven't even heard of MAC's Pro system etc let alone 'depotting' or pro pans, I know because I was one of those customers a few years back! Then again, I might be wrong.

I forgot to bloody ask today about it, ugh!