Black Box (For Guys!) | August 2011

[acatalinar]

i cant get married *puppy dog eyes* awww :(

[amluciano93]

Can I just marry you, please?

[EarthAngel504]

did you say Aminals?

[lilkimilettuce90]

You're so adorable!



[koshinmusic]

I think you can get married in Europe!

[goldkear]

Honey badger don't give a shit if you shave it.

[htaykris]

I love u nic! I just subscribed to your beauty channel today although i've been subscribed to a couple of your other channels for awhile. This is news to me. A birchbox for men? how cool!

[sandraspirko]

I love this side of you, so glad you made this channel, i love comedy mixed with beauty.... love this .... thanks

[burlaism]

"Well i cant get married but lets pretend"

Awww poor Nic. High five!! We are gunna be forever alone :/

[Queenofmynamesucks]

"Well I can't get married ,but we'll pretend" haha i'm sorry but you made me laugh :)

[TheUnknownGenius]

i've been watching you for as long as I can remember and today with your "I can't get married" comment, I finally accepted that you're gay. 'cause let's be honest, I was hoping if I thought it enough, you'd turn out to be straight. LIFE IS A BITCH. D:

[LeeJonesLuvsU]

Thumbs up if you're a boy watching this video.

[123rcflyer]

EEWWWWWWWWWWWWWW OMFG ITS A MAN WITH MAKEUP ON ON AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH­HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!­!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Amarox3000]

You can't get married?! I thought that changed years ago! Man society sucks.

[XxXshonastarXxX]

"Well, I can't get married, but we'll pretend." You should be able to get married if you want!!!!  Hopefully one day that will change for the better.

[Ayami861]

I'm glad you did this review. I had no idea they had a birchbox equivalent for men. I'm going to let my hubby take a look at the site. Boy, he needs to. Thanks again, Nick!!!

[marym2011]

I WISH YOU WEREN'T GAY SO I COULD HAVE YOU TO MYSELF.

[wayiswho]

Their idea to have you promote them worked because my friend who watches your videos sent me the link and I now have a monthly subscription to Black Box.

[sarahp005]

They spelled their right. They just used it wrong.

[MsEureka1234]

Lol this iz the first vid u saw (of u-ness) I think I'm in live with u <3

[geeniebooxp]

You look like Flynn Ryder from Tangled during that side by side. Smoulder.

[davidluv4]

that lip plumping stuff brought back memories for me - you had an old video of you as Frankie putting on makeup, especially, lip gloss, and at the end of the video he's yelling "it's burning! it's burning!!" haha

[feitocomfruta]

So I tried to order stuff from Black Box, and all I can say is that it's really confusing in some places. Good thing they are still in Beta, because there are bugs to work out. However, I do like the concept and I hope that I can get my first one sent soon.

[feitocomfruta]

UPDATE: So I went back on their website, and magically, my profile starts working! I'm getting shampoo, shaving cream, glycolic facial cleanser, and the lip plumper. I'll let you know how it works for me!

[jambbar]

This is what my boyfriend calls my no no place.

[Oasen96]

aw you can't get married? <333 now I'm so angry I can't eat cake :(

[AbiROARtv]

Mainly, your lips look red. But, they may be a little fuller. I love the idea of black box! That was really cool. After you started your birch box videos, I was so excited, I sent several friends your link. I myself haven't been able to get it, but I look forward to when I can, and will use your link for sure. I absolutely love your videos! And you! Keep it up! <3

[syrapickles32]

Hey.... I joined. and I see you can get $12 credit for referring me..... I guess you just have to tell them who I am. send me a message if you want the info! I feel like you deserve it! I have joined Hautelook, Gilt, Birchbox, Ebates and now Black Box because of you. Hope I can help in some way! Thanks again.

[elohelreh]

they look a little plumped

[dncinmachine24]

nick, your hair is looking nice :)

[LivingwithRobots]

why cant you get married? just curious.

[gizellexoxo]

@LivingwithRobots i think he meant because he is gay and gay mariage is illegal in most states

[LivingwithRobots]

@gizellexoxo oooh yeahh, makes sense!

[robbiemilton]

they look red and a little different...  --- Sent From soundlyawake's AppRats (Facebook App)!

[tmmae100]

I might subscribe to this for my husband...Great review!!!

[superdyyduper]

"in like really fancy shmancy malls,,"

[dvillalove]

imma girl but i stilll watched this, i have no idea why. you are that entertaining.

[NicolaFoti]

Hey you! Upon further research, the shaving brush *IS* cruelty-free, so I take back my reservations about it! :)

[vi3t123bby]

the website sounds like a porn site does it not? his black box . LOL

[Fheabhas]

Should be called Crap Box. Booooo!

[LifeIsABish]

Lips look more "plump" to me, definitely. Then again, it was hard to look to your lips when your eyes were staring straight at me...

[christyisabear]

aminals?

[NicolaFoti]

@christyisabear you know, the furry things. well i guess they could be scaly too. or feathery.

[heyummrandommuch]

... The plumping doesn't work.. I think.

[speed0spank]

Most animal hair brushes are cruelty free, unless you are with PETA and think having pets is cruel etc.

So is that brush not cruelty free? Or do you have a specific reason for not being a fan? I really do want to know and hope you don't take this as..anything other than a question :)

[NicolaFoti]

@speed0spank you brought that to my attention! i looked it up and it IS cruelty-free! :) :)

[slygirls09]

hahahha you smell a unscented shaving cream and didn't know love it

[biggismalls4u101]

That cleanser is amazing ive used it

[bluiz2006]

Oh my fiance would not have ANY of the lip plumping stuff. He turns into a big baby if i wear that stuff and kiss him. I'd wear it though! :)

[mes5961]

It looked to me as if your lips got plumper,but it could have been that they were just more noticeable b/c of the redness.

[jessicawonderswhy]

Appreciate the honesty, Nic

[DeeHalston]

I was a little off-put that I was basically able to pick what I wanted for my first month, but a bit glad as well (I really wanted the lip plumper and cleanser, and pass on the shaving cream/brush). I want it. NAO.

[NixxmomR]

"aminals". Love it.  Also, they kinda lost me at "badger brush". The rest would be really cool though.

[NicolaFoti]

@NixxmomR it's actually cruelty-free as i just found out!

[Brandonality]

lmao pain=sessy lipz

[CoffeeIsMyCrack]

i think yo lips be lookin juicyyy;D

[xstevenprocess]

I'm gonna give this a go, thanks Nick!

[NicolaFoti]

@xstevenprocess no prob! :)

[CielleRavyncatt]

My favorite part(s) of a man are his shoulders and arms. I just think men aren't meant to have big plump lips like women unless you're doing drag or something along the lines of liking a womanly look or makeup, etc.

[beereeahnaw]

You are my most favoritest youtuber ever

[NicolaFoti]

@beereeahnaw that means a lot!! thank you! :)

[NewYork646NY]

Imma guy but I love this channel haha well only cause Nick is amazing xD

[NicolaFoti]

@NewYork646NY this video is FOR guys! LOL

[NewYork646NY]

@NicolaFoti LOL I know but most of the time there not ^_^

[faerie730]

You are awesome!

[OjosDeAmor18]

please more sexy posing!

[crazeeteddy]

why cant u get married? haha im confused

[Xylotomist]

@crazeeteddy; Gay marriage isn't legal in New Jersey, yet.

[nicobeing]

@crazeeteddy He is into guys and I don't think it's legal in his state. (I hope that wasn't crossing the line, Nicola)

[ClassicDominique]

I think you're lips look kissable. ...Before AND after *winkwink* No, but seriously, I noticed a difference... it was kinda weird watching it happen.

[mariesoullier]

I like when "mens" products are cheaper than the womens even though they do the same thing. It's like a sale for smart people :)

[jessface777]

The title makes me think of that scouts song I learned as a kid: blackk socks, they never get dirty, the longer you wear them the blacker they get, sommeeday I think I will wash them, but something keeps telling me: don't do it yet! Not yet, not yet, not yet!" hahahha

[Haseye]

The lip pumper only made your lips red which gives an impression that they got bigger, but I don't think they go any bigger...

[LiamMawford]

This is only available in US and Canada at the moment. Sigh :(

[NicolaFoti]

@LiamMawford sawwyyy

[Sirrahlala]

Your lips definitely plumped, I was mesmerized by them as you were talking because it became more and more noticeable.

[simplayaj]

oh yeah, I'm totally getting lip plumper and animal blush for my dad :p

[Nessa5651]

You should listen to the song Black Box by Stan Walker =D Great song!!!

[KatDJZ]

I love how dismayed you look at the misspelling. I feel the same way.

[thestickynoteaddict]

Your lips just look more vibrant and well defined.

YOU GOT BUFF LIPS NOW

[SeaSireness]

love this channel! :D

[marcsoyeah]

lol you said "aminals " that was cute<3

[XKeelyX]

You have no idea how much my heart melted when you said "aminals" instead of "animals" ! So cute!

[makeupobsessed0001]

Y-You cant get married?!?!?!?!??! D;

[wuzzupl]

@makeupobsessed0001 he's gay... not legal in his state.

[SangtotheDy]

my 5 favorite gay youtubers:

soundlyawake

luanlegacy

itskingsleybitch

whatthebuckshow

wickydkewl

:)

[puppysfurme]

My thoughts on the lip plumper: I don't see any noticible difference in the plumpness of your lips, but I do think you're sexy no matter what. ;) Also, I consistently love your videos no matter what they're about. Your face and voice just brighten my day, Nick. I hope that you and your loved ones are staying safe with everything from Hurricane Irene lately. Lots of love from the West Coast. <3 <3

[NicolaFoti]

@puppysfurme thank you lots!! reading comments like this make me smile ^_^

[Kookyiey1]

I love how your view isn't bias! You state your own honest opinions and your not advertising falsely and saying only nice crap. Your giving the cons and pros. Love it!!!:)

[NicolaFoti]

@Kookyiey1 of course!! always!!

[theseasoniscalling]

you may like the idea of black box but i like the idea of black cocks

[NicolaFoti]

@theseasoniscalling oh?

[gabiedonnachie]

@theseasoniscalling hhahaha

[babymariah]

@theseasoniscalling wow.. that was Nice..

[Tahni]

OMG I want this. Definitely going to give it a try! Thanks!

[PJgaga]

why cant u get married???

[SangtotheDy]

@PJgaga he's gay -.-

[PJgaga]

@SangtotheDy oh,i never knew that he is..fo sho! :)...i wondered..just didnt know?? :)

[SangtotheDy]

@PJgaga it's obvious.

[sugarlessxgum]

"What is their not to love?" Oh, they spelled "there" wrong. I don't know what it is about your Birchbox videos, but I enjoy tuning in every time you post one (even though now you'll be doing black boxes for men).

[PrettyPisces88]

I love love love u!! U have me cracking up all the time!

[mmmkayplease]

Was that one of the new Sigma palettes I saw you holding towards the end?

You should do a tutrial with that :)

[kaily90]

aminals :) <3

[Piecesibble]

3:06

aaaaaw <3

[aerilyn]

Love this video, as always! :D

[AEreviews]

'Well, I can't get married, but we'll pretend'

Come to Canada, we accept you here ( L )

[mzkeva7]

Watched--Liked--Shared--Voted 10x--Life Is Good :D

[skullgryd]

blackbox is a nifty idea and without even really trying, you manage to crack me up everytime... now I gotta go get the glue again. dangit! XD

[emmargrethe]

CAN'T. STOP. LOOKING. AT. LIPS.

[MegLouTro]

Oh awesome! I should probably get this so my good smelling things stop mysteriously disappearing from my shower. Also, just FYI, I had to confirm my king of the web account 5 times just so I could vote for you because I heart you, and am all about decreasing student loan debt. :)

[JGshowboi]

Yay - but bad for me as I'm in the UK. We need a UK box like that. Hope you enjoy the items :) x

[meckaleckahi]

Your lips definitely plumped up a bit! :3

OH also, "If you like AMINALS you don't have to buy the brush."

I went back like four times to hear you say "aminals."

[goldenxninjaxchick]

They can spell "glycolic" but not "there?"

[LaliEmiru]

"I can't get married but..."

Honey, I feel like grabbing a samurai sword and avenging you.

COULD be the alcohol though...

[andielush]

wipe that shit off ur lips right now before u get a 3rd degree burn!!!

[lipsyglossy]

well, you're lips look yummy, so maybe you should keep using it :)

[shelbycan]

And nick, did you say "Aminals?"

[shelbycan]

LOL, They spelt there wrong

[teamsalvatore23]

i like you.

[MakupStarlet]

I LOVE your videos, regardless of the content. You always crack me up. lol!

[ThePinkie033]

My husband loves to snatch at least one thing from my Birtchbox every month like eye creams because he's terrified of getting older and edible goodies and we're only 24! lol I'm signing him up for BlackBox to surprise him. Thanks for the video!!

[14rockstarz]

love you for not liking the brush!

it's just a really grotesque idea to kill an animal and then using parts of that animal to enhance your "beauty". same thing with make up brushes.

[butterflycake7]

Nick, the lip plumpy thingy puts me off for myself so wouldn't want for any guy around me :( also lip plumping makes people look so strange in my eyes so nooooooo, but thank you for the video. I missed ya xx

[wuzzupl]

you guys, vote for him for kingoftheweb!! :)

[NicolaFoti]

@wuzzupl thank you!! link's in the description! :)

[duckduckgander]

you should recycle that mascara packaging - not trash it! rip off the plastic part for plastics and the paper backing for cardboard! the animals would love it ;)

[NicolaFoti]

@duckduckgander thanks! i'm always doing something wrong ;)

[duckduckgander]

@NicolaFoti ha. not wrong. i am a recycling fool :)

[nicnaknoc]

1:43 - perfect kissing lips and just get better and better

[carolcarol92]

yea cuz my dad wants some lipgloss...

IM GETTING HIM ONE!!!

HAHAHAHHAH!!!!

[Mz59Fifty]

"Because here at NicolaFoti we are professionals.. We meaning me.. Meaning not" I cracked up hahaha.. And I couldn't use that badger brush because I just think vag when I think of badger.. Don't ask me why.. But badger vag hair brush just sounds like it fits *shrugs* lol..

[theonewithtiffany]

Wait, is it honey badger hair? Cause you know he doesn't give a shit...

[Violka1987]

Off topic: I'm going trough hard time at the moment- someone, who I considered my best friend screwed me over so epicly it's almost unreal, it shattered my heart badly... To keep myself distracted, I decided to go to your soundlyawake channel and watch all vids from day 1. I'm already feeling better and I've only watched about 15 of them. Thank you for that.

[NicolaFoti]

@Violka1987 people suck sometimes--you learn a lot from sucky experiences! glad i could cheer you up! :)

[J2KGTS6]

Duuuude I totally mentioned black box to you in a comment on your first birchbox video! Lol my husband has gotten 2 so far, he loves the shave lotion and cleanser but he's not down with the lip plumper lol. I will say although the badger brush is animal hair, using a brush to lather up the shave lotion makes a big difference in how the product works.

[Bobbinator17]

They spelled let's and it's without the apostrophes and used their instead of there. I will not be trying this product because such heinous grammar errors in their product descriptions, which are meant to be read, reflect a lack of professionalism and imply bad quality in my opinion. Also, I reached that decision before I even saw the badger brush--in the situation of a package whose contents are supposed to be a surprise, I don't think that morally objectionable products are appropriate.

[TwistedxJester]

The lip plumping pain is the collagen being activated in your lips.

[xnobzx]

So cool that there is a mens version of birchbox!

[Shloerful]

i've never understood how those lip plumpers work. i remember getting one when i was a kid and putting it on in the mall and after a minute i was like what is happening to my lips right now holy crap.

[cmrtv100]

omg i love your big eyes hehe

[JennyLovesBeauty]

Thanks for showing this off! My husband is well kept but, not into all the products that I think he should be using to be at his best. I was looking for a Birchbox type system that catered to guys and look! You found one! Thanks so much!

[landth78]

I'm a guy and I want to get Blackbox!

But I feel that if my family finds out I'm subscribed to it, they'll instantly realize that I'm gay

[prettypuzzler]

I think my husband might pass out in laughter if I came after him with that lip plumper. "But honey I want your mouth to be puffy just like that one time you ate lobster!" <3 I love that you pronounce animals, aminals it's adorable. Very neat that they're doing a Black Box

[sayanythingbr00ke]

Your camera is against animal cruelty.

[icecreamcakeandpiex]

"What is their not to love?" "What is their not to love?????"

THEIR?!?!?!

WHAT.

[sayanythingbr00ke]

Why did you have to show this. Birchbox is not at ALL appealing to me, I kind of hate sample shit, so that gimmick pass by me but Andrew LOVES it. Bye bye money.

[TisKujo]

By chance, did you happen to use a similar product to the plumping lip balm on your buttocks? 'Cause dat ass be voluptuous! ;D

[hevydevy2112]

There's just something about watching you open boxes that makes me happy. 

[mantronixtube]

i think birchbox and now black box (terrible logo with the two bellies bumping each other) are cheap, sloppy, they need a proofreader, rip-offs. you can go once a month to the mall or shops and ask for samples and get a ton.

fail. but i love your review.

[feitocomfruta]

I will say though, that tomorrow when I get paid, I'm going to sign up to get my Black Box. I mean I signed up for Birchbox, but I haven't really ordered any of them.

[blaytonx04]

Awww you can get married! NY just passed the law so you can there :)

[iAmEphalent]

and as a hufflepuff, that badger brush deeply offended me

[chelsisms]

Your top lip looked a little fuller, other than that, it just made them a little red. Still adorable, though. <3

[NeraFX]

So... the lip-plumping thing... does it just burn your lips to the point where they get all red and swollen? Because you know. You can get the same effect by making out with someone. LOL. Or I guess, if you're going for plumper BECAUSE you want to make out with someone, you can also just bite the shit out of your lips. Fun fact: That's free.

[iAmEphalent]

am i the only one who couldnt stop staring at his lips after he said "lets see if this works" lmao

[feitocomfruta]

I noticed a little difference in your lips in the side by side. I'd say you need to use it and kiss someone to test this theory next time. :P

[lilacofdamnation]

they spelled there wrong. XD

[Fireball0]

I think the reason they included the badger brush was because it's needed to build a proper lather with the shave cream. If you are interested, there are synthetic shave brushes now on the market.

Also, you are just adorable.

[AlyxSexbobomb]

your lips...fantastic.

[stachelbeere91]

cool idea =D

[UKBrandonable]

:/ I dunno, the badger brush kind of put me of the whole black box thing and there website and products, I mean if they use badger hair(or whatever) in their brushes what's to say they don't put animal in other products (or even animal testing) loved the video though :) (I'm extremely against animal Fur, Testing and other Abuse) xox

[XxRynethxX]

'Well, I can't get married, but we'll pretend' XDD

I love you.

[layluhskellington]

Upper lip; kinda plumper.

Most difference is redness.



[JaissieN]

lol they spelt it wrong .. fail

[aelievense]

I wanted to kiss you by the end of the video with that lip plumper on your lips!

I mean, I usually want to kiss you anyway, but I guess the lip plumper works!

;-)

[tonjesml]

it's clear you are trying to steal black box from metonyv. I thought we already went through this shit.

[NicolaFoti]

@tonjesml hahaha

[xoxo1234321]

or brothers, cousins.. etc. lolooooool

[madisoncarlin]

:D