Julep Review

I have to start with the fact that this post is in no way sponsored by Julep. I wish it was though, because I love Julep products so much that I had to put myself on a budget! I am a self-proclaimed nail polish addict, and Julep polish is definitely my favorite.

I thought I would do a little review of some of my favorite Julep products after I received a giant (I told you I have a problem) box this weekend.

First, the nail polish is some of the longest lasting that I have used that still dries quickly. There are tons of colors and finishes. I'm a huge fan of the Oxygen Smoothing Base Coat. It really increases the longevity of a manicure. No manicure is complete without the Freedom Polymer Top Coat either. It goes on so shiny and dries super-fast for no smudges. So many people think that I get gel manicures way more than I could ever afford. Plus, with these products, the damage to natural nails is minimal.

Nail polish isn't the only reason to order a Maven Box. Almost all of the beauty products that I have tried from Julep are fantastic as well. Some favorites are the Bare Face Cleansing Oil and Konjac Cleansing Sponge. It probably sounds gross, but I usually hate washing my face. The Bare Face Cleansing Oil doesn't leave that weird tight feeling that most face washes do.

The best part of Julep is the rewards - Jules. I buy a monthly Maven Box most months, and with Julep, the Jules actually add up to free products multiple times a year. There's no feeling bad for splurging with some Jules when I need a pick-me-up! The perks of being a Maven also cut down on the cost and make these products much more affordable.

Best, 
Amber

How To: Curl Short Hair

I don't know about you but growing my hair out isn't easy. I've been trying to get my hair to shoulder length for a whole year! I love my short hair but I haven't had long hair since I was 18 & I want to change it up. I am finally starting to see it grow (a little). In the meantime I have been experimenting with new hairstyles. I love the look of lose curls but I have never been able to pull it off, until recently.

I discovered this hairstyle randomly when I was getting ready for a date. If you have short hair this is super easy to do. It also lasts a couple of days with dry shampoo. If I can do it anyone can, let's get started shall we?

What you'll need:

1. Mousse

2. Blow dryer

3. Bobby pins or hair pins (to section hair)

4. Hair straightener 

5. Heat protector

6. Mythic oil

Steps:

1. Wash hair: After getting out of the shower put a pump of mousse into your hand. Work it through your wet hair for volume! I use Bumble and Bumble Full Form Thickening Mousse.

2. Dry hair: Tilt your head upside down & blow-dry the ends. Once the ends are somewhat dry pull your hair into sections & blow-dry from the root of the hair down. This helps create more volume!

3. Create sections: Section your hair after blow-drying. I do two sections & I leave my bangs out in the front. Then take about an inch thick of hair to get ready to curl. Before you curl your hair, spray the section with heat protector. I use TIGI Catwalk Heat Protector. 

4. Curl: Take your section & your hair straightener. Start at the top near the root of your hair, twist the straightener down your hair like you are curling a ribbon. Repeat through sections until your whole head is curled.

5. Style: Once you're done curling your hair shake your head around three times to loosen the curls. Then take your Mythic Oil & put a couple of drops into your hand. Then work it throughout the curls & your hair.

6. Final product: Spray curls with hair spray & you're ready to go!

Wasn't that easy? I hope this helps all the curious shorthaired girls! If you have any tips for curling short hair, leave them below. I would love to hear!

Hope everyone has a great week.

Xo,

Emily