#Review: Julep Nail Color in Octavia

I had my first experience with Julep nail color. (It's weird that I have five colors from them and haven't tried any. I guess I  feel like I'm cheating on OPI or something). 

Julep Nail Color in Octavia

$14USD

http://www.julep.com/octavia.html

First of all this color is completely gorgeous. The midnight blue was something I was hesitant to try because I wast sure how it would look with my skin but since blue reds are good on my lips, I figured blues must be good for me as well. The color (at least the creme finish ones) is so concentrated! I put on one coat and was thoroughly impressed. The appearance of the laquer itself looked like it already had topcoat, since it was so glossy.  In the photo above, I still haven't had the time to put topcoat!

Update: After a few days, there have been chips here & there but nothing major. I'm attributing the chips to the lack of topcoat. 

Verdict: Julep nail color is pricey, but their creme finish colors, if anything like his one, are spot on. The Maven box   <http://julep.com> is really worth the money. It's like getting two for the price of one! I think it's worth trying. You only pay the $3USD for shipping. 

#Nailed: This month's Julep Maven box

Before I start, this is my 300th post! *Throws confetti*🎉

Okay, so I forgot to cancel my subscription to Julep's Maven Box (yeah, times are hard) and found my Amex being charged for another month. So when curiousity killed the cat, I opened up my package to see two free products so of course I did what any other person would do... I kept it. 

February Maven Box 

Came with Love Nail color & liquid eye creme in 

#Ridiculous Deal: Julep Maven Box

I just got my Julep Maven box in the mail today. I got it from Wrapp, an iPhone app my sister insisted that I download to send her free gift cards. The special was a free maven box and the only thing required was shipping and handling- only $3 USD. The Maven box is without a doubt, attempting to compete with BirchBox- a monthly subscription that sends out beauty products. I, of course, had to try.  

Of all the descriptions listed (below) ...

...when I did my Beauty Bio I was branded as "classic with a twist" which confused me at first because I usually don't dress that way, but I realized that makeup-wise, I'm a sucker for a cat-eye with red lips. 

The box included this serum which I'll be reviewing shortly. 

It's pretty hydrating. My cuticles look significantly healthier. 

Two nail colors: Myrtle (red) and Zora (pearl)

 

I also received a 50% off as well.

Contents of the entire box.