A while ago I posted about a site called Julep.com. Julep is a beauty club that features mani and pedi products. Currently new members can use code COLOR2012 at check out and score their first box for a penny. Since this penny offer is available again I thought I’d do a follow up post.

My box contained 2 nail polishes, a 3 oz tube of Age Defying Hand Brightener and a sample of SPF 30 hand cream. The products value on site is $40. I have to say I like the products. The polish itself dries FAST! One thing to note is that because of the quick drying agent you do need a good top coat, otherwise the polish lacks shine.  I had read a few reviews that said the polish chips easily.

I personally did not experience chipping. I used the polish on my toes with an Orly brand top coat and it has lasted very well. Note the picture above has right side with no top coat and left side with top coat and was taken 1 week after polish. On a side note, I always use rubbing alcohol on my nail beds prior to polish to remove any excess oils. It’s supposed to help with chipping?..

As for the hand cream, it’s nice, but the smell is a little strong for my “unscented” taste. I have however, had people say it smells good to them. And, it’s not pungent, just fresh. However, I would not pay for it.

My second order contained 2 more polishes and a product I would consider paying for, the Julep Essential Cuticle Oil. I love the roll on bottle, the smell of the oil and how it works. It’s pricy though, $18 on the site.

Julep is a monthly club. So, after your penny box arrives you are automatically signed up for monthly boxes for a cost of $19.99. Communication is great. You will receive an email reminder on the 2oth of the month, prior to being charged, with a details of that months box. You can choose to cancel that month’s shipment prior to billing, by logging into your account before the 25th at midnight  PST. You can also preview the box, change your style of box or opt to have it sent to a friend. Cancel your subscription anytime by calling 877.651.3292 Monday – Friday 9am-5pm PST.

I’m thinking $19.99 is expensive for these boxes. HOWEVER, you can cancel the month’s shipment online and keep your account open. I like that you can send them as gifts.

Did you order one of these boxes? Feel free to leave a comment. And, consider this your reminder to manage your subscription. New members can snag your penny box here. You’ll be prompted to take a short style quiz, then you’ll see what your box will contain. be sure to use code COLOR2012 to bring the cost down to a penny. Shipping is FREE.

Back in November I posted about Focal Price and that they had Angry Bird Watches priced for $4.36.  A few weeks later a reader emailed me and with concern about this company.

Focal Price is a pretty large web based overstock company. So, I wasn’t worried when I made the post. But, I decided to place an order anyway. I purchased the Hello Kitty Watch. It was $2.76 and free shipping. I chose this because it was cheap.

It took 18 days for my watch to arrive and it is in working order, unscratched and every bit as nice as some you might find in the store for around $10. Keep in mind these are overstock watches, so there is not a box.

Readers opinions are the most valuable. If you purchased the Angry Bird watches or any other item from Focalprice and you would like to share your experience please feel free to leave a comment.

Thanks Juanita