It’s time to review my oldest subscription box: Julep. Their January “Future Fresh” collection featured a brand new facial oil and some shimmery polishes that can be worn alone or layered over other shades.
MY CUSTOMIZABLE MAVEN BOX
Boost Your Radiance – Reparative Rosehip Seed Facial Oil
(Retail $36.00/Maven Price: $28.80)
Verdict: Like!
Description: “A reparative “wonder booster” that leaves all skin types radiant and hydrated. Prevents and repairs the appearance of fine lines and hyperpigmentation while regulating oil production. To use: Massage 1-2 drops onto face after cleansing and toning. Can be used alone or added to your favorite moisturizer, treatment, or liquid makeup for a hydrating antioxidant boost. Use day or night.”
I haven’t had a chance to try this out yet, but I love so many Julep skincare products that I am happy they are expanding their line. Once I finish up some of my other open products, I’m going to give this one a try. I’d love to see Julep keep expanding on their successful Korean skincare line and give us an awesome eye cream.
Yulia
(Retail $14.00/Maven Price: $11.20)
Verdict: Love!
Description: “This iridescent polish can be worn alone for sheer shimmery color or layered over a crème shade to transform it into something altogether magical and new.”
Color: Turquoise Sheer Iridescent Shimmer
I adore shimmery polishes and iridescent finishes and I like shades that you can layer. I can’t wait to try this out with a variety of different colors beneath it.
Darcy
(Retail $14.00/Maven Price: $11.20)
Verdict: Hit!
Description: “This iridescent polish can be worn alone for sheer shimmery color or layered over a crème shade to transform it into something altogether magical and new.”
Color: Baja Sunrise Sheer Iridescent Shimmer
I chose this one because it had that kind of oil-slick shimmer, that I think is both edgy and feminine. I want to try this out over some dark holo polishes.
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OVERALL:
Verdict: Hit!
I love the shimmery iridescent polishes and I wish my budget would have allowed me to pick up a few more shades. I’m interested to see if I love the hydrating oil as much as the cleansing oil, but for $21.39 for all three products, it was worth taking a gamble on. The retail cost of this box came out to $64, while the maven cost was $51.20. Overall, I feel like I got a great deal. I’d pay more for drugstore products that aren’t as unique and don’t have quite as nice packaging.
Do you like to layer polish shades? What are your favorite combinations?
THE BACKSTORY
(Just remember this signs you up for a monthly subscription. If you don’t wish to receive boxes you will need to call Julep to cancel. You can also opt to skip a month and you will not be billed.)
Julep specializes in toxin-free nail color but also features beauty products. They are a small company based in Seattle and have been featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things List.
Monthly Maven Options:
My Maven Subscription: $24.99 per month – Allows you to customize your box
3 Month Prepaid: $19.99/month
Maven Luxe: $39.99 per month – Gives you access to add on more expensive items
3 Month Prepaid: $34.99/month
The options (Take the quiz here):
Modern Beauty – (For those who prefer beauty items over nail color) – “You’re a savvy tastemaker obsessed with the art and science of beauty.” Get two full-size beauty products in every box.
Boho Glam – “You’re a dynamic free spirit with a creative eye.”
Bombshell – “You’re a confident frill-seeker with magnetic appeal.”
Classic With a Twist – “You’re an iconic beauty with a timeless aesthetic.”
It Girl – (For those who want polish only) “You’re a colorful trendsetter who’s not afraid to be bold.” Get three limited-edition nail colors in every box.
Julep will email you with the contents of your regular box selection, and at that time you can opt to keep it as is, change it, or skip. Every time you purchase a box you get the option of add-ons along with access to Julep’s “Secret Store” that lets you get other products at great prices. Another perk is that when you’re a maven you get 20% off anything you purchase from Julep’s website along with free Shipping.
Julep also has a rewards program that gives you “jules” for taking your monthly boxes and on your birthday. You can use jules to pay for monthly boxes and some other items chosen by Julep.
Lisa Preziosi 