Julep September 2013 (Spoilers)

[MissTrix]

SECRET STORE CONTENTS



















Prices:

single polishes: $6.99

polish duos: $12.99

polish trios: $19.99

polish quads: $24.99

Travel Hands: $7.99

Off & On: $19.99 Primp & Go: $24.99 Happy Feet:  $19.99 Julep Nail Therapy: $8.99 Double Duty Makeup Brush: $12.99 Julep Pomegranate Body Crème: $3.99 Julep Pomegranate Salt Scrub: $3.99 Gleaming Olive Bangles: $5.99 Emerald Druzy Statement Necklace: $2.99     source: http://thepolishobsessed.com/julep-secret-store-is-open-for-september/

 

[deactivateduser232015]

It's just funny to me because Reece is cheaper outside of the SS than it is in it right now. 

 

[jessicalriley]

I got my box last night.  Woohoo for arriving on my birthday.  I at least got to open one present!  I used the cleansing oil last night.  I really like it.  It does have a fantastic scent.  I used 4 pumps which was probably too much, but I didn't know how much to use.  It took all my makeup off including the mascara.  I didn't have any stinging in my eyes or cloudiness and I had forgotten to take out my contacts first.  So I consider that a plus.  I rinsed it off and then used the konjac sponge afterwards just to make sure I got all the oil off.  My skin felt very clean actually, so I didn't bother using another cleaner after the oil.  I'm still not totally clear whether I'm supposed to or not.  No new breakouts this morning, but considering my skin is still recovering from a massive breakout over the past 2 weeks, I'm not sure I'm the best person to ask about reactions. Also, now I really want Knackered!

Happy birthday! I'm glad you liked the cleansing oil. I was pretty happy with it, too!

 

[angismith]

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


I got my box last night.  Woohoo for arriving on my birthday.  I at least got to open one present!  I used the cleansing oil last night.  I really like it.  It does have a fantastic scent.  I used 4 pumps which was probably too much, but I didn't know how much to use.  It took all my makeup off including the mascara.  I didn't have any stinging in my eyes or cloudiness and I had forgotten to take out my contacts first.  So I consider that a plus.  I rinsed it off and then used the konjac sponge afterwards just to make sure I got all the oil off.  My skin felt very clean actually, so I didn't bother using another cleaner after the oil.  I'm still not totally clear whether I'm supposed to or not.  No new breakouts this morning, but considering my skin is still recovering from a massive breakout over the past 2 weeks, I'm not sure I'm the best person to ask about reactions.

Also, now I really want Knackered!

Happy Birthday, rainpetal! What colors did you get for your birthday?

 

[angismith]

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

I picked up Reece too as well as 2 orange foot soaks.  I got the September Box Inspiration email, it seems that Reece, Tatiana, Candace, and Karmen were inspired by the bog 4 fashion week cities NYC, Milan, Paris, and London respectively.  How cool.  I was on the fence about Reece after reading the posts here, but I must have the Fashion Week polishes!!!

It would be SO VERY NICE to know this stuff BEFORE we commit to a selection. Like last month's Fiore story coming out after the selection window closes. It just so happens this month that those are the EXACT colors I picked (plus getting Daria because I wanted Karmen.

 

[angismith]

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

It's just funny to me because Reece is cheaper outside of the SS than it is in it right now. 

Glad someone besides me noticed this....

 

[angismith]

I went back to the SS and picked up Barbara and Faye. Just didn't seem right not to order ANYTHING. Of course, they will be shipping DHL, so there's no telling when they will get here. My September box shows scheduled delivery date for Wednesday, but I'm hoping it gets here Tuesday. Can't wait to get my hands on Tatiana!

 

[AMaas]

Did I miss the Secret Store email? I don't even remember seeing one this month.

 

[Jac13]

No the secret store is open. There isn't really anything I want. I may get the body scrub and lotion because I heard it was pretty good. Overall I am not pleased with the offerings. It just seems like there should be more discounts and more choices.

 

[hiheather]

Angela looks very pretty. Tempted to order it.

 

[angismith]

Angela is a very beautiful teal blue creme on me, although the Julep description is a molten metallic/chrome. It does have depth to it, more so than a regular creme.

 

[linda37027]

Trying to decide whether to just get Angela or get the Pretty Bird combo with Angela and Sylvia. Anyone have Sylvia? Do you like it? I have Anne and  Morgan. Do I need Sylvia? I tried to add the nail therapy to my bag and it said sold out.

 

[angismith]

Can anyone suggest a color to wear under Barbara and Carly?

 

[Alicia Loves]

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


A good way to determine if you need to use another cleanser after the cleansing oil is to wipe your face with toner on a cotton ball afterwards.  If you see evidence of makeup/dirt, then another cleanser may be warranted.  For a long time I only used cleansing oil, but now that I have a Clarisonic, I use that after the cleansing oil at night.  In the mornings I just use a foaming cleanser of some sort.

I think I'll try this out and use the oil at night before the clarisonic. Thanks for the tip! I'm going to buy Ally in the secret store since it was sold out for so long when I tried to get it in the last sale. Does anyone have the glycolic scrub? Does it make your hands softer?

 

[jessicalriley]

I went back to the SS and picked up Barbara and Faye. Just didn't seem right not to order ANYTHING. Of course, they will be shipping DHL, so there's no telling when they will get here. My September box shows scheduled delivery date for Wednesday, but I'm hoping it gets here Tuesday. Can't wait to get my hands on Tatiana!

I love Faye! Try it with Adele on top if you have it...so pretty...

 

[r4chel77]

angela is definitely a metallic dark, molten teal on me.

i hate the prices in the secret store; the sets are great but i own most of the polishes. they're terribly overpriced compared to regular secret store deals...

on the bright side, i'm madly in love with my september collection! i upgraded for free with jules. padma and kristy are so dark they look black on me; i can't stand that so just heads up because i know some people like that.

 

[rainpetal]

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


A good way to determine if you need to use another cleanser after the cleansing oil is to wipe your face with toner on a cotton ball afterwards.  If you see evidence of makeup/dirt, then another cleanser may be warranted.  For a long time I only used cleansing oil, but now that I have a Clarisonic, I use that after the cleansing oil at night.  In the mornings I just use a foaming cleanser of some sort.

Thanks for the tip.  I will definitely see what happens when I use some toner.

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

Happy Birthday, rainpetal! What colors did you get for your birthday?

Thanks!  I got Reece and Karmen.  They are both beautiful and I can't wait to try them.  I definitely couldn't pass up Karmen since it is my Alma Mater's colors in a bottle.

I also decided to get the Blue Crush and Orchid Magic sets from the Savvy Set sale last minute.  I realize now that I could have gotten it slightly cheaper if I had gotten Portia and Fina separately from the Blue Crush set, but at this point I'll survive the few dollars.

 

[LuckyMoon]

Originally Posted by Alicia Loves /img/forum/go_quote.gif


I think I'll try this out and use the oil at night before the clarisonic. Thanks for the tip! I'm going to buy Ally in the secret store since it was sold out for so long when I tried to get it in the last sale. Does anyone have the glycolic scrub? Does it make your hands softer?

I really like the glycolic scrub & it does make my hands softer.  I think I might need another one for winter because my hands get so dry and chapped in the winter.

 

[r4chel77]

the scrub is my absolute favorite. i used to be a big fan of the bath and body works one but this one is super convenient to use in the tube form and is good for more regular use. 

 

[Lulubelle107]

Ugh, I get paid monthly, and with direct deposit it doesn't show up in my account on weekends or holidays.  Double whammy this month, but at least it's curbing any impulse shopping.  I'm comforting myself with knowing both my Julep and Le Metier de Beaute boxes will be arriving tomorrow.