(Spoilers) Julep November 2013

[utgal2004]

I got 3 sets from the secret store and FIRST20 worked for me!  I told myself I'm shopping for secret santas and christmas gifts.  I adore Victoria though so I may have to keep that one.  

Ok, this week I've bought multiple Julep, Deborah Lippmann and Zoya nail polishes.  No more shopping for me!

 

[dousedingin]

Is Crystal exclusive to secret shop set? I want it but already have some of those colors, and do not need another freedom polymer! Lol

 

[jennm149]

My order (upgrade with Timeless gloss) should be here tomorrow -- really looking forward to these fall colors, and I'm actually excited for the lip primer, too.  I'm usualy "meh" about the beauty products, so it's nice to actually be getting something I may use.

Looked at the secret store, put some stuff in my cart, but couldn't do it.  I've got 3 polishes coming from Cult Nails, just got 2 Butter London mini sets, Glitter Guilty on the way, a new sub to SquareHue ... it it going to be nail mail city already without adding more Julep stuff.  But isn't the Gem Box pretty, and those minis are so cute!  I love minis.

 

[ShannonHey]

I REALLY want to try the Freedom Polymer coat and the Cuticle Oil, and they are both included in some of the secret store sets.  I don't really want the gorgeous hands set (the only set with both) because I don't need the lotion or scrub and am not crazy about Autumn, and would rather get some other colors!  But I also can't really afford to be buying a bunch of sets right now /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  I'm sure it's already been reviewed here, but can anyone share their thoughts on Freedom coat and/or the cuticle oil??  Which one would you recommend if I only get one?  Thanks!

 

[dousedingin]

Quote: Originally Posted by ShannonHey /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I REALLY want to try the Freedom Polymer coat and the Cuticle Oil, and they are both included in some of the secret store sets.  I don't really want the gorgeous hands set (the only set with both) because I don't need the lotion or scrub and am not crazy about Autumn, and would rather get some other colors!  But I also can't really afford to be buying a bunch of sets right now /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  I'm sure it's already been reviewed here, but can anyone share their thoughts on Freedom coat and/or the cuticle oil??  Which one would you recommend if I only get one?  Thanks!
I love the freedom coat. It is my go to top coat. It has gel-like shine, and seriously dries in under 5 minutes. The top turns rock hard. Keep in mind the polish underneath is still drying, but it really helps me not get smudges afterwards. LOVE IT.

 

[ElizabethF]

Quote: Originally Posted by dousedingin /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I love the freedom coat. It is my go to top coat. It has gel-like shine, and seriously dries in under 5 minutes. The top turns rock hard. Keep in mind the polish underneath is still drying, but it really helps me not get smudges afterwards. LOVE IT.
I agree!  LOVE IT!

 

[meaganola]

Can you order from the Secret Store more than once? I'm trying to decide whether to get Moonlit Monster because WANT SKULL SCARF, but I already have both polishes and am not sure I want to deal with rehoming dupes. I did already get Autumn and Beatrix because those were the two I have most been ovsessing over the past couple of weeks. If I miss out on the scarf due to this, no biggie, but I definitely wanted to snag those two before I forgot.

 

[MissTrix]

Julep really doesn't want me to buy anything. I added stuff to my cart, tossed on a couple of add-ons then changed my mind about something so I edited my cart. My add-ons suddenly disappeared and the pop-up does not come up again for me. GRRRRRR

 

[JayneDoe]

Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Can you order from the Secret Store more than once? I'm trying to decide whether to get Moonlit Monster because WANT SKULL SCARF, but I already have both polishes and am not sure I want to deal with rehoming dupes. I did already get Autumn and Beatrix because those were the two I have most been ovsessing over the past couple of weeks. If I miss out on the scarf due to this, no biggie, but I definitely wanted to snag those two before I forgot.

I bought the exact scarf on ebay if you don't want the dupes of the polishes

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-White-Sugar-Skull-Print-Soft-Lightweight-Ladies-Neck-Scarf-Wrap-Shawl-/161095774847?pt=US_Scarves_Wraps&hash=item25820e727f

 

[autopilot]

Quote: Originally Posted by MissTrix /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Julep really doesn't want me to buy anything. I added stuff to my cart, tossed on a couple of add-ons then changed my mind about something so I edited my cart. My add-ons suddenly disappeared and the pop-up does not come up again for me. GRRRRRR

I'm wondering if the pre-add-on amount has to hit a certain level before the add-ons appear. I remember when the pop-up window came up it said "your order qualifies for..." or something to that effect.

Did you lower your total considerably? Try bringing it back up and check again.

 

[zadidoll]

What... since when does Julep polishes ship from Jersey?



It's been a few months since I haven't skipped so when did this happen?

 

[chelsealady]

Quote: Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  What... since when does Julep polishes ship from Jersey?



It's been a few months since I haven't skipped so when did this happen?

Couple of months ago? I think.  Sub boxes are coming from NJ.  Other orders come from Washington.

 

[meaganola]

What... since when does Julep polishes ship from Jersey? It's been a few months since I haven't skipped so when did this happen?

Since September, I think. Maybe August. Monthly sub boxes go via USPS from NJ, and store orders ship from Seattle via DHL-to-USPS.

 

[TippyAG]

So this is weird...I've been keeping up with all the drama posting in the Bondi New York October 2013/ Shipping issues thread and it keeps redirecting me to this thread! Anyone else experience this?

 

[JayneDoe]

I just got my box but I don't know know how to post the pic as a spoiler?

 

[meaganola]

I just got my box but I don't know know how to post the pic as a spoiler?

This is a spoiler thread, so you can just post the photo.

 

[JayneDoe]

From left to right colors are Shelia, Nic, Cynthia, Alsha, Brielle, Alexandra, Autumn, Winter, Lola and Chloe. I chose the lip gloss in Charming.

Also the box came with a holiday booklet of different sets that will be available (which aren't the ones in the secret store)

 

[cari12]

Yikes. Looks like Julep is getting in hot water now too. Did you see the Reddit debacle? 

eta: maybe not hot water, but still some sort of crazyness ;-)

 

[meaganola]

Yikes. Looks like Julep is getting in hot water now too. Did you see the Reddit debacle?  eta: maybe not hot water, but still some sort of crazyness ;-)

I do not go wading into that toxic swamp. Can you elaborate?

 

[cari12]

Quote: Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Quote: Originally Posted by cari12 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Yikes. Looks like Julep is getting in hot water now too. Did you see the Reddit debacle? 

eta: maybe not hot water, but still some sort of crazyness ;-)

I do not go wading into that toxic swamp. Can you elaborate? Lol.

I skim read/read some of the comments on FB so I'm sure someone who did read it all can give a better description but the jist of what I saw is someone called up and cancelled last month and then were charged this month anyway for their box and their account was low so it overdrew so they're not only out the $19.99 but an overdraft fee too. They called up Julep to get it fixed and Julep said "too bad we can't do anything, boxes are nonrefundable" kind of deal. Now they (and I'm guessing their friends or other redditers) are blowing up Julep's page with links to their BBB "F" rating and such. Then Julep deleted some comments (which I saw them say were due to language) so people are accusing them of trying to cover up any negative feedback.