tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post4743164632878958271..comments2024-01-02T02:40:15.623-05:00Comments on Shopping Obsession: Ditching Sephora for the Bay HaulShopping Obsessionhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-78390961980105500952014-04-28T15:06:05.262-04:002014-04-28T15:06:05.262-04:00oh i see. darn that means I should check more care...oh i see. darn that means I should check more carefully from now on or just pop into the store I guess =PMeikohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07406876610192117051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-42906307672781340992014-04-26T16:12:28.440-04:002014-04-26T16:12:28.440-04:00yes, I'm in Ontario too. I think the duty char...yes, I'm in Ontario too. I think the duty charges depend on where the products are manufactured. I try to buy products which don't charge me extra duty from there. For example, the GlamGlow products don't charge duty but YSL lipstick does.Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-24122613479612882472014-04-26T16:09:34.468-04:002014-04-26T16:09:34.468-04:00the Clinique blush is really nice. Some are more p...the Clinique blush is really nice. Some are more pigmented than others but the texture is truly very unique. Thanks for dropping by :)Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-46799233937405215412014-04-26T16:08:16.657-04:002014-04-26T16:08:16.657-04:00The Bay is such a good alternative to Sephora. For...The Bay is such a good alternative to Sephora. For some brands, like Origins, they carry more variety than Sephora.Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-29492821270369177782014-04-26T16:07:03.710-04:002014-04-26T16:07:03.710-04:00The Kiehl's midnight recovery concentrate is r...The Kiehl's midnight recovery concentrate is really good and worth the $. Definitely worth trying once you use up your stock pile :)Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-28144103731951039082014-04-26T16:05:51.515-04:002014-04-26T16:05:51.515-04:00so true. I wish there are more department stores w...so true. I wish there are more department stores which carry prestige makeup brands that I could buy more. Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-69641422321359794132014-04-26T15:30:13.977-04:002014-04-26T15:30:13.977-04:00I love all the GWP the Bay always offers too! I st...I love all the GWP the Bay always offers too! I still get suckered into Sephora stores though because I love how everything is open to try and lots of makeup remover around to wipe off swatches without having to ask a salesperson for it. <br /><br />You're in Ontario right? Strangely Sephora does not charge me duty online. Since reading your post, I checked my orders within the past two weeks and calculated they are only charging the 13% HST, though it appears in a line called Duties & Taxes or something like that. Maybe try putting some things in your checkout and calculate to see? Meikohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07406876610192117051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-1720376556084299772014-04-13T15:50:36.474-04:002014-04-13T15:50:36.474-04:00I really want to try the Clinique Blush! This is a...I really want to try the Clinique Blush! This is a great haul! New follower! :)Just a bit of allhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07434765715071491123noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-12423147844183626952014-04-13T13:15:32.144-04:002014-04-13T13:15:32.144-04:00The Clinique blushes are definitely calling my nam...The Clinique blushes are definitely calling my name! Great haul, I need to start checking out The Bay more often :)<br /><a href="http://www.beyondblush.com//" rel="nofollow">BeyondBlush</a> Beyond Blushhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03947051674736693304noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-80788121605650764552014-04-07T07:58:51.570-04:002014-04-07T07:58:51.570-04:00It's always great to find another reliable onl...It's always great to find another reliable online retailer that sells the stuff we like :) Such a great GWP! I've heard so many raves about the Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate, but I have enough face oils that I couldn't possibly buy another one until at least I use up 2-3 :p The Clinique blushes are getting a lot of positive coverage, though I think I can resist for now :) sleepandwaterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09916100256685023244noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-90645005402804332322014-04-06T13:15:27.276-04:002014-04-06T13:15:27.276-04:00Although there is no duty charge for me, I am star...Although there is no duty charge for me, I am starting to think Sephora and its occasional sales are more gimmicks than actual deals. I still shop there and try to use my points up, but nowadays many other department stores and competitors offer free shipping back and forth and generous samples.<br />I got a Berry Pop and I totally agree with you. Love how non-powdery it looks on! :)Lena Lhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10485496107102256334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-19909073735120449672014-04-06T12:25:32.227-04:002014-04-06T12:25:32.227-04:00For some products, they are exempt from being char...For some products, they are exempt from being charged duties. I guess all depends on where they are manufactured?! But I think it is really ridiculous that they start charging duties as I thought BorderFree shipping is taking care of that. I really enjoy the customer service from the Bay. I got the order within 3 business days. Quite reliable. Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-25569582760137331182014-04-06T12:22:44.268-04:002014-04-06T12:22:44.268-04:00thank you so much for introducing me to Celeste. I...thank you so much for introducing me to Celeste. I have been wearing that every day since I got it :) The Canadian website for Sephora is charging much more than the US site already. When they introduced the BorderFree shipping service earlier, it is supposed to take care of all the duties. Now they are charging extra which is really ridiculous. But in a good way, I'm trying to refrain myself from ordering insanely there.Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-25029622569152986792014-04-06T12:20:51.551-04:002014-04-06T12:20:51.551-04:00can't wait to see your review on the cheek pop...can't wait to see your review on the cheek pop. Ginger pop is a very nice color but not as pigmented as I thought it would be. Curious about the other shades. I am trying to be good at ordering from Sephora. The prices are much more than the US websites already and now they charge extra to ship across the border. I really have to re-think before I order online anymore from them.Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-33159410169161286512014-04-06T12:18:41.522-04:002014-04-06T12:18:41.522-04:00Thanks for your post about the Sephora duty charge...Thanks for your post about the Sephora duty charges, I wouldn't have noticed it. I have also tried the Midnight recovery eye but not as impressive as the concentrate.Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-17892233753644171992014-04-06T12:17:15.816-04:002014-04-06T12:17:15.816-04:00the Clinique cheek pop is not as pigmented as I th...the Clinique cheek pop is not as pigmented as I thought it would be applied on cheeks but still a very pretty color. I have tried the Philosophy Grace fragrance which is very nice and refreshing. Thinking of getting it in full-sized :)Shopping Obsessionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11161189047882208037noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-91164837690866872282014-04-05T23:08:16.856-04:002014-04-05T23:08:16.856-04:00Thanks for the heads up about the duty charges fro...Thanks for the heads up about the duty charges from Sephora. I was about to place an order online, but now I think I will just visit a store to take advantage of the VIB promo. I love ordering from the Bay. They run Friends & Family promos about 2-3 times a year, with 10% off cosmetics & fragrances.Louise @ INGREDIENTShttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09883303245642039938noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-82552339509224449882014-04-05T22:59:06.099-04:002014-04-05T22:59:06.099-04:00I'm glad you like Celeste! :) that's too b...I'm glad you like Celeste! :) that's too bad about the extra fees from sephora. I hate when companies do that or when they make you spend an obscene amount for free shipping or a free gift. It's just ridiculous. A Delicate Rosie Beauty https://www.blogger.com/profile/16694318178455185384noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-47512760232646863382014-04-05T15:28:07.286-04:002014-04-05T15:28:07.286-04:00Awesome haul! I got one of the Cheek Pops too and ...Awesome haul! I got one of the Cheek Pops too and the EL Night repair serum sample. Can't wait to try them. I think you got a much better deal on the Bay website. I wish I could shop at Sephora though - their shipping policies are terrible.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11534238706317602995noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-17217373300036505072014-04-05T12:59:09.997-04:002014-04-05T12:59:09.997-04:00what an amazing haul! thanks for the link :) I ado...what an amazing haul! thanks for the link :) I adore the midnight concentrate, i should have a review up soon :) I really really want the clinique blushes but i am trying to be good. that gift with purchase is amazing! Zoëhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05485997747361791052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2669388162144253637.post-23322623938839726082014-04-05T12:55:25.496-04:002014-04-05T12:55:25.496-04:00So jealous of the Clinique cheek pop! I'd love...So jealous of the Clinique cheek pop! I'd love to see some reviews of the Philosophy bits and bobs you got in the goodie bag!<br /><br />Ellie xx | <a href="http://theleobeauty.blogspot.co.uk" rel="nofollow">http://theleobeauty.blogspot.co.uk</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09479157376671612940noreply@blogger.com