tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post3914131020749605937..comments2024-03-28T05:49:21.414-04:00Comments on Rocaille Writes: Not Quite There: YSL Gloss Volupté Pure in 203 Corail GandouraAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10222921812909264644noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-46226738883743026052014-05-21T12:58:29.993-04:002014-05-21T12:58:29.993-04:00Darn about this not working out, but it's grea...Darn about this not working out, but it's great you are willing to let it go rather than forcing it to work somehow. I'm finding the items I've tried to make work are the ones that I ignore because they require too much elbow grease. And I'm right there with you when you said the more you try the more critical you become...I'm finding I'm like that too! Gummy @ Gummy Visionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04489464878294691116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-2547478886283888682014-05-06T15:25:47.977-04:002014-05-06T15:25:47.977-04:00I definitely understand where you're coming fr...I definitely understand where you're coming from - I used to work in retail and frequently had to deal with customers exploiting the return policy, or even plainly trying to scam; my favorite story was a customer trying to return an empty product that was also bought from a different store :) And I do feel apologetic for returning things because I realize it could have been avoided, and in most cases the returned product (sometimes used or not) will ultimately be damaged out. <br /><br />But when I realize almost right away that even the carefully researched (and tested at a counter!) product doesn't meet my expectations, I prefer to return it where possible instead of regretting the purchase. With online shopping, the more flexible return policies are often another incentive to get people to purchase in the first place - it's a marketing tool. Anyway, that's my take on returning cosmetics - kudos to you for being such a smart shopper and being able to avoid returning most of the time!Monika @ RocailleWriteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18117181518300212515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-47746828182366463832014-05-06T14:09:43.060-04:002014-05-06T14:09:43.060-04:00I don't return a product unless I have a bad r...I don't return a product unless I have a bad reaction to it or it is flawed/damaged. I'd never consider returning a product simply because I didn't like the color or because I decided I didn't really like it after all. I saw it, I swatched it, I bought it, and so shame on me if I decide later that I don't want it. I'm very selective when I make purchases, but on the rare occasions that I misjudge, if the product can be sanitized, I donate it to a local women's shelter. (BTW, I donate my GWP's to the shelter where they're greatly appreciated) The only exception I'd make regarding color is if I purchased online and the color representations were off. My reluctance to return products stems from the fact that I began wearing makeup back when cosmetic returns were strictly forbidden. Old habits die hard and even when I have an excellent reason for returning something, I always feel apologetic.<br /><br />It saddens me to know that there are people who will spend hundreds of dollars on a haul only to return most of it within a few days. They're basically addicted to shopping and the sense of immediate gratification and fulfillment that they get when making purchases. Unfortunately, the glow wears off quickly and so the products get returned. Then there are some bloggers who purchase with wild abandon, photograph and review, and then return. They're exploiting return policies for their own benefit and it is easy to understand why retailers dislike them. Then there are those people who buy products for a special occasion with every intention of returning them after they've gotten their use out of them. That is dishonest; a kind of theft. That simply wouldn't happen in many countries because, like the US back in the "old days", returns aren't permitted.Eileenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01591893495803781535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-75814655707350045232014-05-05T17:40:22.828-04:002014-05-05T17:40:22.828-04:00I think returning this gloss is a good decision. F...I think returning this gloss is a good decision. First of all, I don't like trying on gloss, yuck! so it's not something that you can try out at the counter. Second of all, I also cannot stand strong taste/smell in lip products and you cannot tell just by trying it (IF you decided to try it on the counter) if the smell will go away quickly, etc. since testers are exposed to air for quite sometime. <br /><br />In general, I hate returning stuffs and haven't been for a long time, but I think it is because I am very conscientious on what I buy lately that even if I came across a dud, I'll try to make it work. My last resort lately is donation: it gives a finite ending to a journey of "stuff," at least from my part.Clairehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18179420902933819052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-78957130712816069282014-05-03T16:15:46.788-04:002014-05-03T16:15:46.788-04:00I agree with everyone, stunning eye make-up! I nee...I agree with everyone, stunning eye make-up! I need to teach myself to go ahead and return things if I don't like them. Mostly, I make up some funky logic and end up keeping the products. I absolutely can not stand lip products with strong taste/smell. For some reason, the smell of Milani lipsticks happens to be too strong for my liking-a pity, considering that their lipsticks have such bright, lovely hues! I only have one of their lipsticks-lovely shade, terrible taste (that lingers on, like, forever).musicalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07166797277993509485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-55068851141951675212014-05-03T12:22:33.077-04:002014-05-03T12:22:33.077-04:00Last year I started to return items I wasn't i...Last year I started to return items I wasn't in love with. Never used to do this before but Sephora has made this super easy. Too bad this one didn't work for you, it looks so pretty but you're right, it's a little too sheer, I soo get what you mean about the scent/taste. I just can't stand strong ones anymore. I don't mind so much on application but it has to go after 20 min or so otherwise it gets to me, even the nice ones. :(Icariahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16114329642527743675noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-21727534509573123412014-05-02T13:06:19.841-04:002014-05-02T13:06:19.841-04:00I return stuff Im not 100% in love with either. F...I return stuff Im not 100% in love with either. For the price that we pay, I always expect perfection, and I try to test stuff out before buying too, so as to minimize the returns. I like the colour in the tube but its barely visible on your lips. And your eye-makeup, excellent.ahhhsoNeohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11308961353635087232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-6924918262157769272014-05-01T20:34:42.181-04:002014-05-01T20:34:42.181-04:00Aw, that's too bad it didn't turn out the ...Aw, that's too bad it didn't turn out the way you wanted! I usually have no problem with scents but color is an issue! I have heard the formula is lovely though!Sharlynn https://www.blogger.com/profile/16757611222415772717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-6547987555370914652014-05-01T18:42:30.024-04:002014-05-01T18:42:30.024-04:00I had high hopes for these glosses, so I'm not...I had high hopes for these glosses, so I'm not sure what to think. The colour looks completely different on the lips, so that's a bit of a downer. In the end, you're very lucky to be able to return makeup, I wish we had the same customer service here as well. Opened or unopened, it doesn't make a difference, there is a strict no return policy :(BeautyLoveshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15559006139969550851noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-52946729700517593632014-05-01T15:43:46.336-04:002014-05-01T15:43:46.336-04:00Hi Meghan, thank you! I used a new eyeshadow for t...Hi Meghan, thank you! I used a new eyeshadow for the lid that I'll be blogging about very soon, and Rouge Bunny Rouge Eclipse Eagle in the outer corner/crease :)Monika @ RocailleWriteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18117181518300212515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-25487556575883125662014-05-01T15:42:45.589-04:002014-05-01T15:42:45.589-04:00Yes, I'm really glad that here in the States w...Yes, I'm really glad that here in the States we can return most things, even in drugstores! The scent seemed nice to me at first, but I couldn't stand it on my lips :( The eyeshadow I used for the lid shade in this look is coming to the blog very soon, so keep an eye out! :)Monika @ RocailleWriteshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18117181518300212515noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-19483387589559859782014-05-01T13:11:11.083-04:002014-05-01T13:11:11.083-04:00Yup I return stuff if I'm not happy with it. I...Yup I return stuff if I'm not happy with it. I'm glad Sephora has that return policy. Too bad as it is a gorgeous shade on you! I don't get why companies put such strong, fruity scents in gloss. Especially YSL-I mean cripes their stuff is so $$$$ which means only older beauty junkies(well, not young teens if you know what I mean) will buy it. And us older chicks DON'T want to taste and smell fruit punch all day long!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-74234237220054198452014-05-01T12:08:01.778-04:002014-05-01T12:08:01.778-04:00Oh, it's a pretty nude, but not as peachy as y...Oh, it's a pretty nude, but not as peachy as your swatch - back it goes! I don't think I'd buy another one, either - I only like mine because it's orange, lol.<br /><br />Mine smells like the usual YSL mango. Is yours different? I wish they wouldn't scent them, lol. It's really annoying.Lariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11200818450787830416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-60224066815986312402014-05-01T11:44:08.232-04:002014-05-01T11:44:08.232-04:00I know this is a post about lip gloss but your eye...I know this is a post about lip gloss but your eye makeup looks amazing in that photo! I'd love to know what you used for that eye look if you have time to share.<br /><br />Meghan<br />www.todaysbeautyobsession.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18234960162539153375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-63488272273302637102014-05-01T09:02:43.830-04:002014-05-01T09:02:43.830-04:00Hey Monika, I'm sorry to hear this is not love...Hey Monika, I'm sorry to hear this is not love for you! It looks so promising, but I can definitely see your point. We can't return ANYTHING here, so we have to be really super ultra cautious when we buy stuff!Sunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00409850103638680902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7589727970044632991.post-44368880589568104122014-05-01T08:41:45.022-04:002014-05-01T08:41:45.022-04:00mmm thats too bad that the scent actually makes it...mmm thats too bad that the scent actually makes it feel like you're tasting it. thats sort of icky. i havne't given these a sniff in stores yet but the fruity smell would have been appealing had you not stated that. i would defs return things if i'm not in love. why waste the money right? the worst is drugstore stuff though. in Canada, we can't return that if we open it.<br /><br />and can we give points to the eye situation going on in the photo! awesome look! what are you wearing?!abeautifulzenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06232935500750408509noreply@blogger.com