What Would My Julep Custom Nail Polish Color Be? Mindy!

Hey Pandas!
I have a really exciting post for you today! I was contacted by Julep; they are looking for inspiration for a new nail polish color! I thought about it, and here is what I came up with!

(Picture credits to Fox.com, Lilly Pulitzer, and Pantone.com)
Julep has a ton of gorgeous colors that you can see HERE, and they are all named after strong, beautiful, passionate woman. Currently, though, they are missing a 'Mindy'.
My custom nail polish color is inspired both by Mindy Kaling and her alter-ego Mindy Lahiri on her show 'The Mindy Project'. Both Mindy's are smart, funny, and colorful, so I wanted my polish to reflect that.
My dream polish would be a vibrant hot pink cream polish with green and ocean blue shimmer running throughout. It would not be overwhelming glitter because after all, Mindy is a classy and professional OBGYN, but she still knows how to have fun with color in and out of the office.
The blue shimmer is also representative of the color of her scrubs on the show, as well as Danny Castellano's, because, well, we can't forget her cuter than cute love interest!
A pretty hot pink base with an unexpected pop of green and blue that positively glows in the sunlight would be the perfect 'Mindy' color, and for me as well!
I also want to invite you to enter the Julep New York Fashion Week Sweepstakes!! You can win a chance for you and your BFF to go to New York with a $5,000 shopping spree, a $500 Uber credit, and to attend a fashion show! If you enter via my referral link below, you'll be helping me win this as my custom color! A win-win!
Enter HERE!!!
Thanks everyone and good luck!!

Julep Sugar Smooch Lip Scrub Review

Lip scrubs...probably not the most necessary beauty product to actually buy, as some plain ol' sugar will do the trick, but I couldn't resist picking up this Julep sugar scrub with some Julep points.

This Julep Sugar Smooch scrub is your basic lip softening scrub but housed in a super-chic vanity friendly gold ribbed orb. It is so pretty and clearly 20's inspired if their recent maven boxes are anything to show for it.

 

I have to say, the packaging is so cute, but beyond that, I do have issues with this product. Why? Because it retails for $14. And even for Mavens it is still $12. I got this for free with points, but upon finding out the actual price, I would never, ever pay it!

 

 

Don't get me wrong, this is a good product. It smells amazing, like fresh, hot caramel. Seriously yummy. It does a nice job softening lips as well, but the pot is small and this is something you can easily DIY. The packaging may be cute, but $14 is steep for a lip scrub.

 

Overall thoughts: Glad I have it, but I wouldn't pay more than $6 for it, especially since there are cheaper and larger options out there.

 

Price: 4/10

Performance: 8/10

Color/Wearability: n/a

Packaging: 10/10

Overall Quality: 7/10

 

Total: 29/40 = C- = Sad Panda

 

What do you think? Would you buy it?

 

Julep Sugar Smooch Lip Scrub Review

Lip scrubs...probably not the most necessary beauty product to actually buy, as some plain ol' sugar will do the trick, but I couldn't resist picking up this Julep sugar scrub with some Julep points.

This Julep Sugar Smooch scrub is your basic lip softening scrub but housed in a super-chic vanity friendly gold ribbed orb. It is so pretty and clearly 20's inspired if their recent maven boxes are anything to show for it.

 

I have to say, the packaging is so cute, but beyond that, I do have issues with this product. Why? Because it retails for $14. And even for Mavens it is still $12. I got this for free with points, but upon finding out the actual price, I would never, ever pay it!

 

 

Don't get me wrong, this is a good product. It smells amazing, like fresh, hot caramel. Seriously yummy. It does a nice job softening lips as well, but the pot is small and this is something you can easily DIY. The packaging may be cute, but $14 is steep for a lip scrub.

 

Overall thoughts: Glad I have it, but I wouldn't pay more than $6 for it, especially since there are cheaper and larger options out there.

 

Price: 4/10

Performance: 8/10

Color/Wearability: n/a

Packaging: 10/10

Overall Quality: 7/10

 

Total: 29/40 = C- = Sad Panda

 

What do you think? Would you buy it?

 

Julep Paris Jazz Trio for Lips

Julep used to once do tips, and now they also do lips! In May's Julep box, there was an option for a little back of three mini lipsticks along with the polishes. There was a New York option, but I chose the Paris Jazz Trio.

I kinda think Julep was inspired by the upcoming Great Gatsby movie, as everything in the box was very 20's themed, obviously (including the polishes, which are forthcoming!). They did a great job marketing, because the movie comes out on the 10th and this cute little package is already getting me revved up (although they had no association with the Leo-filled movie). Just luck I guess?

 

Is this not the most adorable thing ever? I mean, come on, it is like a vintage cigarette box or something. The lipsticks are very very small, but cute! These were basically an extra in the box anyway as I received two full-sized polishes and some sweet hair clips, so I am not complaining!

 

 

From Left to Right: Lady in Red (a matte red cream), Sweet Lorraine (a sheer light pink) and Charleston (a sheer red).

 

 

They are shown in the same order as listed. Lady in Red is so pretty, the perfect blue-based red that is very flattering. The pink is okay, but is more of a lip-sheer on me, and Charleston gives a nice red tint. Overall, a cute little trio. They have no distinct smell or taste and wear nicely. Not the world's best lipstick, but if they do make Lady in Red in a full size, I will consider getting it!

 

If you are a Julep Maven and got your box this month, did you like the lippies? Looking forward to the Gatsby movie? Do tell!

 

 

 

 

Julep Paris Jazz Trio for Lips

Julep used to once do tips, and now they also do lips! In May's Julep box, there was an option for a little back of three mini lipsticks along with the polishes. There was a New York option, but I chose the Paris Jazz Trio.

I kinda think Julep was inspired by the upcoming Great Gatsby movie, as everything in the box was very 20's themed, obviously (including the polishes, which are forthcoming!). They did a great job marketing, because the movie comes out on the 10th and this cute little package is already getting me revved up (although they had no association with the Leo-filled movie). Just luck I guess?

 

Is this not the most adorable thing ever? I mean, come on, it is like a vintage cigarette box or something. The lipsticks are very very small, but cute! These were basically an extra in the box anyway as I received two full-sized polishes and some sweet hair clips, so I am not complaining!

 

 

From Left to Right: Lady in Red (a matte red cream), Sweet Lorraine (a sheer light pink) and Charleston (a sheer red).

 

 

They are shown in the same order as listed. Lady in Red is so pretty, the perfect blue-based red that is very flattering. The pink is okay, but is more of a lip-sheer on me, and Charleston gives a nice red tint. Overall, a cute little trio. They have no distinct smell or taste and wear nicely. Not the world's best lipstick, but if they do make Lady in Red in a full size, I will consider getting it!

 

If you are a Julep Maven and got your box this month, did you like the lippies? Looking forward to the Gatsby movie? Do tell!

 

 

 

 

March Julep Box: Pastels

Hello lovely Pandas!

 

I love Julep, I am a Maven and an It Girl, and here is what my Julep box contained for the month of March!

 

 

As per usual with the It Girl package, I get three polishes instead of two with a product. This month was all about pastels, which is right on trend. From my experience Julep has never been a month ahead of the trends (which I would prefer) but they are never behind! Always right on cue.

 

 

I love the colors this month! Here are some swatches. Keep in mind these are only one coat each! Amazing!

 

The coral creme is Teri. It is a bit lighter in the bottle, but gorgeous in the swatch.

The pastel lilac creme is called Simone. This is so flirty and feminine!

And of course, the nail world is abuzz with mint right now! The mint is Shenae, and this is one of my favorite mints. It has a very slight mint shimmer to it. Look closely at the bottle shot above! Wow!

 

 

Every month Julep always adds a little extra something. This month is was a Strawberry-Mint lip balm. As we all know, I am a lip balm addict. The first step is admitting you have a problem right? Although my precious Babylips still take the cake, I am impressed with this! It smells heavenly and it really moisturizing. Score!

 

 

Although the square shape is a little odd, I kinda like it!

 

So, were you as impressed with Julep this month as I was?

 

 

March Julep Box: Pastels

Hello lovely Pandas!

 

I love Julep, I am a Maven and an It Girl, and here is what my Julep box contained for the month of March!

 

 

As per usual with the It Girl package, I get three polishes instead of two with a product. This month was all about pastels, which is right on trend. From my experience Julep has never been a month ahead of the trends (which I would prefer) but they are never behind! Always right on cue.

 

 

I love the colors this month! Here are some swatches. Keep in mind these are only one coat each! Amazing!

 

The coral creme is Teri. It is a bit lighter in the bottle, but gorgeous in the swatch.

The pastel lilac creme is called Simone. This is so flirty and feminine!

And of course, the nail world is abuzz with mint right now! The mint is Shenae, and this is one of my favorite mints. It has a very slight mint shimmer to it. Look closely at the bottle shot above! Wow!

 

 

Every month Julep always adds a little extra something. This month is was a Strawberry-Mint lip balm. As we all know, I am a lip balm addict. The first step is admitting you have a problem right? Although my precious Babylips still take the cake, I am impressed with this! It smells heavenly and it really moisturizing. Score!

 

 

Although the square shape is a little odd, I kinda like it!

 

So, were you as impressed with Julep this month as I was?

 

 

Julep Oxygen Nail Treatment: Quick Review

As a Julep girl, I of course love the special items they throw into the boxes each month. This one is actually really cool!

 

 

 

It is called the Oxygen Nail Treatment and is touted as "Makeup for your nails" and described by Julep as "A perfecting tint and revolutionary treatment for thin, weak nails prone to breakage and peeling" and is supposed to revolutionize your nails in four weeks.

 



 

Apply to bare nails once or twice a week. It lets nails breathe which is good for a mid-week break and you honestly don't really need to take it off when you re-paint. Just keep it on as the base coat.

 

 

Anti-aging plant cells, a UV-filter, and is 4-Free.

 

 

I have used this a few times already. It feels good going on, shines pink like a french mani coat, and made my nails looks much healthier. It dries quickly too, so no waiting around. I am not sure about the long term effects, but this is a good mid-week fix.

 

Price: 8/10

Performance: 10/10

Color/Wearability: 10/10

Packaging: 9/10

Overall Quality: 9/10

 

Total: 46/50 = A- = Happy Panda!

 

Have you tried this? What do you think about nail care?

 

Julep Oxygen Nail Treatment: Quick Review

As a Julep girl, I of course love the special items they throw into the boxes each month. This one is actually really cool!

 

 

 

It is called the Oxygen Nail Treatment and is touted as "Makeup for your nails" and described by Julep as "A perfecting tint and revolutionary treatment for thin, weak nails prone to breakage and peeling" and is supposed to revolutionize your nails in four weeks.

 



 

Apply to bare nails once or twice a week. It lets nails breathe which is good for a mid-week break and you honestly don't really need to take it off when you re-paint. Just keep it on as the base coat.

 

 

Anti-aging plant cells, a UV-filter, and is 4-Free.

 

 

I have used this a few times already. It feels good going on, shines pink like a french mani coat, and made my nails looks much healthier. It dries quickly too, so no waiting around. I am not sure about the long term effects, but this is a good mid-week fix.

 

Price: 8/10

Performance: 10/10

Color/Wearability: 10/10

Packaging: 9/10

Overall Quality: 9/10

 

Total: 46/50 = A- = Happy Panda!

 

Have you tried this? What do you think about nail care?

 

Starting Off With My Brows

I am just starting to attempt to groom my brows. They are fair, sparse and kind of odd shaped. I have been getting slightly bolder with my perfect Tweezerman tweezers, but here are the products I now reach for.

 

 

This is Essence Eyebrow Designer in 04 Blonde. For $1.99 it currently does the trick until I upgrade and it comes in a surprisingly wide range of lighter colors. I am not a dark brown or a true brunette, so this was a good match.

 

 

It is a true pencil, needs a bit of a warm up but the hardness creates nice lines that you then smooth out with the brush on the end of the pencil. Pretty decent.

 

 

This is Julep's Boho Glam lengthening mascara in Espresso Brown. I got this in a Julep box a while ago and was kind of afraid to use it. I am skeptical of mascaras put out by nail companies and I normally gravitate towards black. However, when used lightly this can be a good brow tamer! It is actually a pretty decent mascara too. So if you got it in a box and haven't used it, try it!

 

 The brush is pretty cool as well!

 

Overall, this has been my brow routine. If you have any suggestions of products, let me know!

 

 

Starting Off With My Brows

I am just starting to attempt to groom my brows. They are fair, sparse and kind of odd shaped. I have been getting slightly bolder with my perfect Tweezerman tweezers, but here are the products I now reach for.

 

 

This is Essence Eyebrow Designer in 04 Blonde. For $1.99 it currently does the trick until I upgrade and it comes in a surprisingly wide range of lighter colors. I am not a dark brown or a true brunette, so this was a good match.

 

 

It is a true pencil, needs a bit of a warm up but the hardness creates nice lines that you then smooth out with the brush on the end of the pencil. Pretty decent.

 

 

This is Julep's Boho Glam lengthening mascara in Espresso Brown. I got this in a Julep box a while ago and was kind of afraid to use it. I am skeptical of mascaras put out by nail companies and I normally gravitate towards black. However, when used lightly this can be a good brow tamer! It is actually a pretty decent mascara too. So if you got it in a box and haven't used it, try it!

 

 The brush is pretty cool as well!

 

Overall, this has been my brow routine. If you have any suggestions of products, let me know!