Julep Warehouse Sale

Today I want to show you the super discounted goods I got from Julep's Warehouse Sale! Some of these items were almost 90% off!! But the first item I will show you is something I actually purchased from Julep when I bought my June Mystery Box! 

 

 

Julep Tote Bag

 

This bag may have also been part of the Warehouse Sale or the Secret Store last month, but I actually purchased it when I bought my June Mystery Box. I collect eco friendly shopping bags to carry my stuff in most of the time. I have a large black one from Mary Kay that I love to use, and a few medium sized totes from Wegmans that I got for only a dollar a piece. I thought this bag would be close in size to the ones I get from Wegmans, but this bag was much smaller in comparison. It's not large enough for me to carry all of my everyday belongings, but it is just the right size to hold all my overnight beauty essentials. 

 

 

 

Julep's Exclusive Make-Up Bag

 

This bag was rated very  highly and it's a pretty large cosmetic bag as the website suggests. However, upon seeing it in person I was found I didn't like the look of it. There is nothing wrong with the bag and I feel it does resemble the picture on the website, but sometimes you just have to see the real thing. I plan to give this bag away since I'm sure someone else would love it. 

 

 

Lovely Lashes

 

As most people know you should change your eyelash curler pad every 3  months, but recently I read that you should also replace the actual eyelash curler every 6 months! I've never heard of this before!! Did you know about this?? Seeing as I'm on my second pad, I will be in need of a new curler soon!! And while I have a supply of mascara to last me the rest of the year, I figure I can always re-gift the mascara if I don't end up using it.   

 

 

Cabochon Ring

 

I didn't quite understand what this was when I purchased it, but it was only a dollar! After receipt, I found out you polish the stone in the ring to create your own Cabochon Ring-which is so cool. This will be a nice little DIY project and I'll have something unique to wear afterwards to show my love for polish!!

 

 

Pomegranate Body Scrub & Body Crème

 

Since I loved Julep's Fresh Citrus Skincare Set so much, I just had to try out this set! I love pomegranates and exfoliating, so this is the perfect combo for me! The body scrub and crème were sold separately, each retailing for $18. However, due to the Warehouse Sale, I got these on sale for $2 a pop!! Talk about savings!! The deal was so good I stocked up and got a second set. I'm not sure if I'll keep the extras as back up or give them away for someone else to indulge in.

 

 

 

Matte Top Coat & Maria

 

 

 
I don't currently have a matte coat polish since I typically prefer my nails shiny, but I figured I'd switch things up. I'll post some swatches at a later date when I test it out. However, I've had my eye on Maria since I've become a Julep Maven a few months ago. I finally grabbed it during the sale and I love it more than I thought I would! It's a gorgeous shimmer shade, which is best seen outside!! I wish my pictures could capture the beauty of Maria in the sunlight. You will just have to trust me and grab a bottle for yourself! So far this has been my favorite polish from Julep!!

 

 

 

 What do you think of my latest Julep purchase? What did you get from the Warehouse Sale?

Do you change your eyelash curler every 6 months? What type of curler do you like to use?

 

Julep Body Care: Fresh Citrus Skincare Set

As an exfoliating junkie, I was excited to try Julep's Fresh Citrus Skincare Set! The set consisted of a sugar scrub and frosting. Exfoliating is an important part in a skin care routine because it removes dead skin cells and impurities, helping you to achieve healthy skin. It is imperative to not over-exfoliate, so it is recommended to use a scrub no more than 2 to 3 times a week while taking a shower or bath.

First exfoliate the body using the scrub. Apply the scrub to wet skin, massaging in a circular motion over the entire body. Then rise off the scrub thoroughly. There are different types of body scrubs to choose from such as salt, oatmeal, or coffee. In this case I used a sugar scrub. This scrub had a nice grapefruit scent and left my skin feeling silky smooth afterwards.

 

Pink Grapefruit Sugar Scrub

After you will want to use a moisturizer. This step is also important because you will need to help replenish your skin's natural barrier by trapping in moisture. Pat your skin with a towel until it is almost dry. Then apply a generous amount of your favorite moisturizing cream or lotion. In this case, I used a frosting. It did in fact look like what you would find in a can of frosting! It felt very decadent, leaving my skin feeling smooth all over. 

 

 

 

Pink Grapefruit Body Frosting

 

I loved this set so much that I purchased Julep's Pomegranate Body Scrub and Pomegranate Body Crème during their Warehouse Sale! I'll post a review once I receive my order and try them out.

 

Have you tried any of Julep's scrubs? What's your favorite kind/brand of body scrub to use and why?

Julep DD Crème & Concealer Review

I purchased Julep's June Maven box because I was intrigued with the notion of a never seen before DD crème and concealer. With all the hype over BB and CC creams I just had to check it out. However, after trying out the products in my box, I was very disappointed with the results.

The DD Crème was only available in four shades: Light, Medium, Medium-Dark, and Dark. I went with the Light shade, and though I don't consider myself the fairest girl in the world, it was still a bit too dark for my skin tone. If I was having issues with color matching then my fairer sister and mother would definitely have a problem with Julep's color options. I read reviews that others had a similar problem, but I wonder if anyone had the reverse problem with their darkest shade being too light for them. Hopefully, in the future Julep will expand their color range to better suit client needs.

But color wasn't the only problem I had. I also got a ton of shine from using this product. While it's great the product contains SPF, I had to use a loose powder over it to help with the shine. For a product that claims to be a dynamic-do-all, I sure feel I'd get more out benefit using a variety of other products together than using this one crème. The concealer was a bit better, but I didn't feel it was anything to write home about. I didn't see any benefits to justify the price compared to a typical concealer, and the portion size was quite small! Now, I'm really glad I didn't buy their Double Duty Makeup Brush! While the brush may work amazingly well, I already have a few brush sets and would have only purchased the brush to go with the DD products that I ended up disliking.

This was the first time since becoming a Julep Maven that I had been disappointed in their products. Trying a new product before testing it or doing research is always a gamble, so being a conscious shopper is important. Learning how to read ingredient labels and knowing what a product can really do for you is an important part of shopping for cosmetics and skin care products. You can't just trust the claims the brand makes or judge a product based on its packaging. However, I decided to take the risk trying out this product since I would be getting it for a fraction of the cost. But I won't be buying this product again, especially at the retail price. Sometimes, you luck out and other times you end up with a product that doesn't work for you. You have to decide if it's worth the cost to try out a brand new product or if it's better to wait until others have sampled and reviewed it.

While I had my first bad experience with Julep, this doesn't deter me from ever shopping with them again or trying new products. My love for Julep continues-I  just picked up a few new things from their first Warehouse Sale (post to follow)!

Did you try Julep's DD Crème or Concealer? What shade did you try and what did you think of it?

Julep Mystery Box: Miami Destination Box Verison 3

This month Julep offered three mystery boxes, each with a different destination. The choices were Laguna Beach (Trendy, Vibrant, Fun), Miami (Glitzy, Bold, Energetic), and The Hamptons (Classic, Preppy, Glam)! While it would have been nice to have the budget to get all three, I decided to go with Miami since the picture and description was the most appealing.

After looking at some spoilers online, I was hoping to get the box containing the Rock Star Hand Crème, but no such luck. Here was the box I received:

 

The box included Dry Clean Invisible Dry Shampoo, which I would have been psyched about had I not just purchased one from the Secret Store and had my heart set on the Rock Star Hand Crème. But of course if the product ends up being as good as I hope it is, I won't mind having another one for later use!

 

While I didn't get the product I had hoped, Julep did throw in a sample of the Rock Star Hand Crème in my package. I tested it out last night and love it! It leaves your hands feeling hydrated for sure!! I will def be looking to purchase this in the future.

 

 

I also received the Strawberry Mint Lip Balm. I wasn't jumping up and down upon receipt of this because I still have a ton of chap sticks in my collection from the short period of time that I was selling AVON. But they do not come close to this lip balm! The tube's packaging is nice and sleek and the balm glides on smoothly! I can tell that this is going to be my new summer fav!

 

 

 

I got Paris, Isla, and Lauren for my polishes. I'm guessing that Paris is Glitzy, Lauren Bold, and Isla Energetic. I love glitter, metallic, and hot pink shades so these colors may work for me. I'll post my swatches when I test them out.

 

Did you get a mystery box this month? Which destination/version did you get?

Julep: June Secret Store

Every month Julep gives the mavens who've purchased a maven box that month access to their Secret Store. For only 72 hours these mavens can purchase select products for up to 50% off! The discounts just keep coming!! Since I've already received a bunch of new polishes in my maven and mystery box, I decided to focus my sights on non-polish products. Seeing as this was my first time shopping in the Secret Store, I went a little crazy and purchased the products below.

The Beach Ready Pedi Set consists of Julep Instant Warming Foot Scrub, The Best Pedi Prep Ever!, Julep Foot File, Kaylen, and Toe Seperators. While I already have two Mary Kay pedicure sets, I just couldn't resist this one. I'm not dying to try Kaylen, but I can always re-gift it. I also didn't really need another set of toe separators, but I guess it never hurts to have extras. However, I am overdue for a pedicure and am very excited to try out the Instant Warming Foot Scrub and The Best Pedi Prep Ever!
 

 

 

Fresh Citrus Skincare Set includes a Pink Body Scrub and Pink Body Frosting. I absolutely love body scrubs-I'm a bit of an exfoliating junkie! And body frostings seem so lavish-it makes taking a shower or bath feel more luxurious! So I just had to get this duo-I love that it's a pink grapefruit scent. I can't wait to take my next bath!!

The Primped N'  Proper Mani Set includes Glycolic Hand Scrub, Essential Cuticle Oil, Acetone-Free Conditioning Nail Polish Remover, Pink Glitter Pot, and Lauren. While I already had a tube of the Glycolic Hand Scrub and the Acetone-Free Conditioning Nail Polish Remover, I decided to buy this manicure set because of the great value. I figured I'd still be able to use the duplicates when I run out. I just love the scrub so much, I'm happy to have a back up tube! I didn't care about getting Lauren, but was more interested in trying out the Essential Cuticle Oil and Pink Glitter Pot. I'll let you know what I think when I try them out.

Dry Clean Invisible Dry Shampoo. I have fine hair and have to wash it almost every day. I might be able to skip a day, but if I wait too long between washings it can look greasy. I've been in desperate need of a good dry shampoo and was ecstatic to find Julep had one for sale. After watching this video I was sold! I never knew you should first apply dry shampoo to clean hair!! I can't wait to try this out the next time I skip washing my hair.










Did you get anything from the Secret Store this month? Is anyone else going to the upcoming Julep ONLINE Warehouse Sale this Monday?

Julep Maven Box: June Modern Beauty

My addiction with Julep is growing. Since my last post I've not only decided to buy a Maven box for June, but shortly after purchased a great deal of items from the Secret Store (post to follow).

I didn't love the polish colors offered in the Bombshell box, but I was very intrigued by the idea of a DD crème. This DD crème is considered a dynamic do-all crème, going beyond a BB crème. Being the first of it's kind and wanting to stay on top of the latest technology, I decided to try it out for myself. All the Maven boxes included the DD crème, but I chose the Modern Beauty box because it also included another DD product instead of polish.

Here was my June box:

 

 

 The box included a DD Crème and DD Concealer, along with a few pieces of candy.

 

 

I have not tested the products as of yet, but will give my opinion of them once I do. I will say that I really like the packaging of the DD crème and concealer though.

 

 

 

Julep also had a Double Duty Makeup Brush offered as one of their add-ons this month. I was tempted to purchase it because the brush was made to go with the DD crème and concealer and it would be convenient to have a 2-in-1 portable brush to take to the gym. However, since I already own 3 brush sets in addition to some other make up brushes, I ended up declining and avoided any add-ons this month! However, when it came time for the Secret Store, I went crazy buying up more Julep goods before I've even tried my newest box contents. Once I receive my order, I'll share with you what I got from the Secret Store!!

 

 

 

Julep Mystery Box: Hooray For May!

I was so excited about the Julep Maven program that before I even received my first starter box, I ordered their Hooray For May! Mystery Box. Every month Julep offers a mystery box for $24.99 which contents anywhere form $70 to $200 worth of goods. This month's box was said to include one bright and a bonus nail color in a little gift bag. Based on the hint in the email the bright shade would either be a yellow or a green.

This is the box I received:

Overall, I am content with the contents of my mystery box. I was hoping to get the green bright since I love green nail polish and don't wear yellow much.

I got Chelsea, Korin, Dakota, Amelia, Annette, and Jackie.

Jackie was the bonus polish which came in a cute bag perfect for giving!!

As if the mystery box wasn't enough, I also purchased the Sea Salt Collection after reading this blog post about Madeline.

The set included Sadie, Jill, and Madeline.

I am super excited to try out the sea salt polishes-I'm loving the textured polish trend!! I'll make a follow up post with pictures when I try out my new polishes!!

Julep Mavern: Bombshell Starter Box

I came across a Julep video on the internet advertising a FREE Julep Maven starter box, so I signed up!! I love free stuff!! I took their style quiz and got Bombshell. I added on a few extra items to my order to qualify for free shipping, but I hear it's about $3.99 for shipping if you just sign up for the box and not buy any add-ons (but still $4 isn't bad since the box is suppose to contain at least $40 worth of goods!!).  I was excited to try the beauty item which was to be included, but didn't automatically love the colors shown in my selected box. However, I wanted to keep an open mind and try out what was picked for me especially since I didn't already have colors like them in my current collection.

Here is a picture of the box I received:

I loved the Glycolic Hand Scrub-it smelled amazing and made my hands so soft!! I used it before doing my manicure. A single polish remover pad and nail file made nice little additions to the box's contents.

After watching this video I created the look using Gloria and Vivien below:

I'm still not totally in love with these colors on their own, but I do think they go well together in this nail art. I received a compliment on them and it was nice to try something new.

Here are the add-ons I chose:

I love the Acetone-Free Conditioning Nail Polish Remover-it's easy to use and reminds me of the ones they use in the salons! The Quick Dry Polish Drops and Freedom Polymer Top Coat both dry nails quickly. I haven't tried out the Glow On Age Defying Hand Brightener or Facial for Hands yet, but will review them when I do.

If you sign up to be a Julep Maven,  you will be presented with a box based on your answers to their style quiz. If you love the contents of the box, you can choose to buy the box. If you don't like what's inside you can choose to purchase another box offered (there are 5 different boxes offered every month). If you don't like any of the boxes presented you have the option to skip that month and will not be charged anything. You will be charged a $19.99 monthly fee unless you cancel your subscription or skip the month. Each of the polishes retail for $14 and each box is supposed to include product worth $40 or more. Julep Mavens receive many benefits such as product discounts, access to a secret store, and the ability to earn points for use towards future purchases. Use the code “FREEBOX” if you want to try it out.