Where has the time gone? I think I said the same thing last year as we approached 2014. Here it is, the end of December 2014 and we're rapidly approaching 2015 and with that Julep Maven's window selections are now open!

Earlier in December Julep sent out an email about a free gift with purchase of the January Maven box. If you didn't get this email please note you won't be getting the Metamorphic Top Coat unless you reserve one as soon as possible. The link can also be found in the Julep's blog article on the newest collection.

Yay! The Metamorphic Top Coat is coming your way soon. You won't see it in the Maven Reveal or on your order confirmation, but we'll add it to your January Maven Box before it ships.

The Metamorphic Top Coats are not new to the polish world since Cult Nails, MAC Cosmetics and other companies have released similar top coats. What these top coats do is after your main color has dried you apply the Metamorphic and it adds a "glaze" to your base coat color changing it shifting the color into a slightly different shade, almost as if you're adding a glaze to the base polish.

The Luxe Lip Conditioning Treatment are also getting four new additions to the treatment line in the form of four tinted lip treatments - Sheer Coral, Sheer Fig, Sheer Magenta and Sheer Pink. These four treatment shades live up to the name - SHEER - and so only a hint of color will be deposited onto your lips. Each of the main Maven boxes except It Girl will contain one of the treatments in a specific default color however you can change the color or add on another treatment.

Sheer Pink	Sheer Coral
Sheer Magenta	Sheer Fig

NOTE: The swatches on Julep's site are notorious for being heavily Photoshopped and if you notice in many cases the images are exactly the same except the top layer is a different color. It's the same with the images of the lip swatches - same lips in the same position but different colors so the that means the swatches are not accurate at all so I won't be including their swatch pics in my blog post.

The set of four lip treatments are available as an add on either individually at $11.99 each (1400 Jules each) or as a set of four for $39.99 (4000 Jules).

On to the individual boxes. If you're grandfathered in the prices are $19.99 each or if you're a newer Maven the prices are $24.99 each. You can select your default Maven box or you can add on an additional Maven box at your box cost or 2000 Jules.

	BOHO GLAM Luxe Lip – Sheer Coral: Subtle color enriched with natural ingredients that soothe, hydrate, and plump lips. A silky-smooth moisturizer that sets a new bar for balm. Not your color? Pick a different shade! Casey (Boho Glam): Galapagos teal crème Gel Eye Glider – Olive: Clinically proven to last for 10+ hours of wear, this rich, creamy liner goes on smoothly and sets in 30 seconds.
	Bombshell Luxe Lip – Sheer Fig: Subtle color enriched with natural ingredients that soothe, hydrate, and plump lips. A silky-smooth moisturizer that sets a new bar for balm. Not your color? Pick a different shade! Sandi (Bombshell): Smoky eggplant crème Gel Eye Glider – Navy Smoke: Clinically proven to last for 10+ hours of wear, this rich, creamy liner goes on smoothly and sets in 30 seconds.
	Classic with a Twist Luxe Lip – Sheer Pink: Subtle color enriched with natural ingredients that soothe, hydrate, and plump lips. A silky-smooth moisturizer that sets a new bar for balm. Not your color? Pick a different shade! Maryam (Classic with a Twist): Dark merlot shimmer  Oxygen Nail Treatment – Ivory: Our original, breathable “nail makeup” for strong, healthy nails in a chic and subtle ivory tint.
	It Girl Janae (It Girl): Cool charcoal crème Margit (It Girl): Mushroom with rose shimmer Shelly (It Girl): Wintermint crème
	Modern Beauty Brilliance Glycolic Hand & Body Scrub: A dual-action exfoliator that uses apricot seeds to slough away dirt, oil, and dead skin, and a potent concentration of glycolic acid to fight signs of aging. Luxe Lip – Sheer Magenta: Subtle color enriched with natural ingredients that soothe, hydrate, and plump lips. A silky-smooth moisturizer that sets a new bar for balm. Not your color? Pick a different shade!
	Polish Lover Upgrade Price: $44.99 Jules: 5000 Alicia (Boho Glam): Sunny salmon crème (Back from the vault!) Casey (Boho Glam): Galapagos teal crème Sandi (Bombshell): Smoky eggplant crème Shawn (Bombshell): Bright poppy crème Shelly (It Girl): Wintermint crème Maryam (Classic with a Twist): Dark merlot shimmer Phyllis (Classic with a Twist): Soft petal pink crème Janae (It Girl): Cool charcoal crème Margit (It Girl): Mushroom with rose shimmer
	Ultimate Upgrade Price: $74.99 Jules: 7500 Alicia (Boho Glam): Sunny salmon crème (Back from the vault!) Casey (Boho Glam): Galapagos teal crème Sandi (Bombshell): Smoky eggplant crème Shawn (Bombshell): Bright poppy crème Shelly (It Girl): Wintermint crème Maryam (Classic with a Twist): Dark merlot shimmer Phyllis (Classic with a Twist): Soft petal pink crème Janae (It Girl): Cool charcoal crème Margit (It Girl): Mushroom with rose shimmer Luxe Lip – Sheer Magenta: Subtle color enriched with natural ingredients that soothe, hydrate, and plump lips. A silky-smooth moisturizer that sets a new bar for balm. Gel Eye Glider – Olive: Clinically proven to last for 10+ hours of wear, this rich, creamy liner goes on smoothly and sets in 30 seconds. Brilliance Glycolic Hand & Body Scrub: A dual-action exfoliator that uses apricot seeds to slough away dirt, oil, and dead skin, and a potent concentration of glycolic acid to fight signs of aging. Oxygen Nail Treatment – Ivory: Our original, breathable “nail makeup” for strong, healthy nails in a chic and subtle ivory tint.
	Maven's Choice Elixir Organic Argan Oil: A miracle moisturizer for face, hair, and body Bare Face Cleansing Oil: A lightweight oil blend that cleanses without over-drying Luxe Lip Conditioning Treatment: A silky-smooth balm with a cooling metal tip Your votes built this box of core classics! Special Box Price: $24.99
	Like Mother, Like Daughter Plié wand with Precision Brush: A nail polishing tool that makes manis easier, faster, and better, even with your non-dominant hand. Use the precision brush for decorative details like stripes and zig zags.  Raegan (Bombshell): Electric dark pink crème  Zelda (Bombshell): Pink Champagne metallic  Nail Decals – Holographic Chevron: Stick ‘em to your polish and seal with a top coat for the easiest on-trend nail art around. Special Box Price: $19.99

Among the add-ons are:

• Luna Light blue duochrome with jagged cut glitter
• Orbital Eyeshadow - Terra
• Orbital Eyeshadow - Borealis