Julep September 2013 (Spoilers)

[hiheather]

I got my package today, I love the new packaging on the bottles. I think it looks more put together than just plastic wrap. I'm not sure if I'm going to use them or try to sell/trade them. I'm still kinda 'eh' towards Julep so idk.

I can't wait to see reviews for the cleansing oil though. I still have my beautybio code locked and loaded to buy a bottle.

 

[chelsealady]

Looks like I won't be getting my box till Tuesday. My tracking hasn't updated and still says expected delivery of 8/31. And evil mail lady has already come and gone. I was really looking forward to getting my box to play with today.

 

[jessicalriley]

Looks like I won't be getting my box till Tuesday. My tracking hasn't updated and still says expected delivery of 8/31. And evil mail lady has already come and gone. I was really looking forward to getting my box to play with today.

Mine says "out for delivery" but my mail has already run & no box. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[deactivateduser232015]

OKAY So Reece swatches. My camera was angry at me for a while so I had to fight with it lol.

Also, if anyone ever wondered what someone who is Asian and has a cool skintone is like, this is as close as I could get to making my skintone right. How I am both yellow and pink at the same time is beyond me, and trust me, it's not neutral.

Index and middle are two layers, ring and pinky are one layer over black. It's actually pretty close, other than being darker around the edges.





~~sparklies~~



And here's a comparison with BL Knackered. As you can see, Julep is much darker and not really a layering polish, though you can use it for a coat. Also, the purple-green duochrome shift is pretty much missing from Reece. Over black though, they're practically identical, though I would still say that Reece is a bit darker.



I'd best characterize Reece as a oil-slick purple. There's something oddly grungy about it that Knackered doesn't have. Of the two, I prefer knackered because you can do more with it.

Oh, also because I hated the formula on Reece. definitely taking this to the thinner the next time I use it. It was goopy and streaky and hard to control. I thought I was just being whiny until I took it off and put on Julep Kathleen on (which had its own set of problems, but goopy/streakiness and clumping on the brush stem was not one of them).

eta:

one more side by side since the one yesterday wasn't very good. Reece is definitely darker, and doesn't have the duochrome shift around the edges as much

 

[Lulubelle107]

Originally Posted by chelsealady /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Looks like I won't be getting my box till Tuesday. My tracking hasn't updated and still says expected delivery of 8/31. And evil mail lady has already come and gone. I was really looking forward to getting my box to play with today.

This doesn't bode well for me, as I've got the same tracking info saying expected delivery 8/31 but it's said that for a couple of days, with no movement indicated.  I'm not home yet to check the mail.

 

[Lulubelle107]

Originally Posted by Kyuu /img/forum/go_quote.gif

OKAY So Reece swatches. My camera was angry at me for a while so I had to fight with it lol.

Also, if anyone every wondered what someone who is Asian and has a cool skintone is like, this is as close as I could get to making my skintone right. How I am both yellow and pink at the same time is beyond me, and trust me, it's not neutral.

Index and middle are two layers, ring and pinky are one layer over black. It's actually pretty close, other than being darker around the edges.





~~sparklies~~



And here's a comparison with BL Knackered. As you can see, Julep is much darker and not really a layering polish, though you can use it for a coat. Also, the purple-green duochrome shift is pretty much missing from Reece. Over black though, they're practically identical, though I would still say that Reece is a bit darker.



I'd best characterize Reece as a oil-slick purple. There's something oddly grungy about it that Knackered doesn't have. Of the two, I prefer knackered because you can do more with it.

Oh, also because I hated the formula on Reece. definitely taking this to the thinner the next time I use it. It was goopy and streaky and hard to control. I thought I was just being whiny until I took it off and put on Julep Kathleen on (which had its own set of problems, but goopy/streakiness and clumping on the brush stem was not one of them).

Too bad about the formula, as it looks really lovely on you!  I didn't get this as an add on as I didn't think the color would work with my skin tone, but seeing it on you makes me think otherwise.

 

[Alicia Loves]

I love those swatches! Your pictures are so clear! I never would have thought to use black underneath. I got my box today and I was happy to see the primer was full unlike the past dd cream and concealer, more notably the concealer which they might as well have put in a foil packet. I'm pleased with the whole collection. I don't really care much about the extras. They're a nice addition but they technically don't even promise to include them so the nail polish wipe didn't bother me. I'm really going to miss speedy usps shipping next month.

 

[greatbleuheron]

Originally Posted by Kyuu /img/forum/go_quote.gif

OKAY So Reece swatches. My camera was angry at me for a while so I had to fight with it lol.

Also, if anyone ever wondered what someone who is Asian and has a cool skintone is like, this is as close as I could get to making my skintone right. How I am both yellow and pink at the same time is beyond me, and trust me, it's not neutral.

Index and middle are two layers, ring and pinky are one layer over black. It's actually pretty close, other than being darker around the edges.





~~sparklies~~



And here's a comparison with BL Knackered. As you can see, Julep is much darker and not really a layering polish, though you can use it for a coat. Also, the purple-green duochrome shift is pretty much missing from Reece. Over black though, they're practically identical, though I would still say that Reece is a bit darker.



I'd best characterize Reece as a oil-slick purple. There's something oddly grungy about it that Knackered doesn't have. Of the two, I prefer knackered because you can do more with it.

Oh, also because I hated the formula on Reece. definitely taking this to the thinner the next time I use it. It was goopy and streaky and hard to control. I thought I was just being whiny until I took it off and put on Julep Kathleen on (which had its own set of problems, but goopy/streakiness and clumping on the brush stem was not one of them).

eta:

one more side by side since the one yesterday wasn't very good. Reece is definitely darker, and doesn't have the duochrome shift around the edges as much

Kyuu,

Thank you so much for posting these pics!  They are very clear and very helpful.   Your hands look really pretty

I also appreciate your description of Reece's formula as being a goopy and streaky.  I've been trying to decide whether or not to order, and I think that comment turned the tide!  

(But you did kind of make we want the Butter London polish, hah!)

 

[jessicalriley]

Apparently, there were multiple mail deliveries today, so I DID get my box! Packaging is nice & I'm excited to try out the cleansing oil tonight. None of the polishes really excited me....kinda wish I would have gone with modern beauty. Maybe I'll change my mind once I get them swatched.

 

[DragonChick]

Originally Posted by greatbleuheron /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Kyuu,

Thank you so much for posting these pics!  They are very clear and very helpful.   Your hands look really pretty

I also appreciate your description of Reece's formula as being a goopy and streaky.  I've been trying to decide whether or not to order, and I think that comment turned the tide!  

(But you did kind of make we want the Butter London polish, hah!)

You totally want Knackered, you know you do!

 

[deactivateduser232015]

Originally Posted by DragonChick /img/forum/go_quote.gif


You totally want Knackered, you know you do!

If it's any consolation, Ulta's days of beauty is supposed to be in september... last  year this time they had BOGO butter london which would (now) make them $7.50/ea. But the offer in spring was $9/ea... either is still cheaper by the mL than the Julep offer, but Julep is still cheaper overall...

 

[pghmom1292]

Has anyone tried the cleansing oil yet? It smells nice but I'm afraid to try it and end up breaking out. I use dermalogicas pre cleanse when I wear makeup so I'd only use the cleansing oil when I wore makeup but I still want someone else's thought first.

 

[deactivateduser232015]

Originally Posted by Lulubelle107 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Too bad about the formula, as it looks really lovely on you!  I didn't get this as an add on as I didn't think the color would work with my skin tone, but seeing it on you makes me think otherwise.

Originally Posted by greatbleuheron /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Kyuu,

Thank you so much for posting these pics!  They are very clear and very helpful.   Your hands look really pretty

I also appreciate your description of Reece's formula as being a goopy and streaky.  I've been trying to decide whether or not to order, and I think that comment turned the tide!  

(But you did kind of make we want the Butter London polish, hah!)

Thanks ladies! Glad to be of service. It was kind of overwhelming to wear it since it was super hot today and I took pictures and was like "uh how overbearing!" But then I remember it's supposed to be a fall polish....

 

[greatbleuheron]

Originally Posted by DragonChick /img/forum/go_quote.gif


You totally want Knackered, you know you do!

NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[jessicalriley]

Has anyone tried the cleansing oil yet? It smells nice but I'm afraid to try it and end up breaking out. I use dermalogicas pre cleanse when I wear makeup so I'd only use the cleansing oil when I wore makeup but I still want someone else's thought first.

I'm going to use it tonight, & I'm planning on using it as a pre-cleanse make-up remover as well. I'll let you know how it works out, but it will take a couple of days of use for a break-out to manifest (if it is going to!). My current regimen (I use the Boscia black line) keeps breakouts at bay, so I'm hoping just adding a pre-cleanse won't cause any issues.

 

[jessicalriley]

I used the cleansing oil tonight & here are my thoughts: It smells really nice, & it's not overpowering. I used two pumps of oil and it was plenty to cover my face. I had on makeup, & it did an amazing job removing it all- even my waterproof mascara. I didn't even have raccoon eyes afterward. It was all gone! However, I did feel a slight stinging in my eyes. It wasn't at all like getting soap in your eyes, but those of you who do have sensitive eyes may want to avoid the eye area. I don't have any sort of cloudiness in my eyes like I experience with a lot of eye makeup removers. It made my skin feel nice and soft, which was really nice, but it didn't feel clean. My preference for squeaky clean skin may arise from having combo/oily skin, but I did to ahead and use my regular cleanser and moisturizer afterward. All in all, I really like it! I'm going to try to be a little more careful with my eyes, but I do like this as a makeup remover. As far as my colors go- after getting them swatched, I'm a lot more excited about them! I have Karmen, Reece, Padma, Daria, & Candace, & I think they are all pretty! Reece & Padma were a little patchy, but workable. I am wearing Daria now & I love it! Grays are the first polishes that I hoarded when I got into nail polish, so I've got a soft spot for them. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[barbyechick]

Originally Posted by Kyuu /img/forum/go_quote.gif



Thanks ladies! Glad to be of service. It was kind of overwhelming to wear it since it was super hot today and I took pictures and was like "uh how overbearing!" But then I remember it's supposed to be a fall polish....

Thanks for the swatches!!!! I was really tempted by it but with the goopy formula I'll pass, it's also not as dreamy as I expected. I can't pinpoint why but I thought I'd love it more, hmmm...

 

[starletta8]

Happy to hear some Mavens got their box before September.

I'm hoping I'll get mine by the end of next week.  For the first time, not even excited for the Secret Store since it'll be weeks before I see any purchases from there.

Dear Julep, I think our love affair might just be over.

 

[JC327]

Originally Posted by Kyuu /img/forum/go_quote.gif

OKAY So Reece swatches. My camera was angry at me for a while so I had to fight with it lol.

Also, if anyone ever wondered what someone who is Asian and has a cool skintone is like, this is as close as I could get to making my skintone right. How I am both yellow and pink at the same time is beyond me, and trust me, it's not neutral.

Index and middle are two layers, ring and pinky are one layer over black. It's actually pretty close, other than being darker around the edges.





~~sparklies~~



And here's a comparison with BL Knackered. As you can see, Julep is much darker and not really a layering polish, though you can use it for a coat. Also, the purple-green duochrome shift is pretty much missing from Reece. Over black though, they're practically identical, though I would still say that Reece is a bit darker.



I'd best characterize Reece as a oil-slick purple. There's something oddly grungy about it that Knackered doesn't have. Of the two, I prefer knackered because you can do more with it.

Oh, also because I hated the formula on Reece. definitely taking this to the thinner the next time I use it. It was goopy and streaky and hard to control. I thought I was just being whiny until I took it off and put on Julep Kathleen on (which had its own set of problems, but goopy/streakiness and clumping on the brush stem was not one of them).

eta:

one more side by side since the one yesterday wasn't very good. Reece is definitely darker, and doesn't have the duochrome shift around the edges as much

Thanks for posting, great swatches!

 

[sweetharlot]

This is my first real month with Julep - last month I received the starter set. It's such a bummer that their shipping has changed and is now much slower, ugh. Does anyone know what time the secret store usually opens? Is it a set time every first of the month?