Julep Gel Eye Glider Review

They say diamonds are a girl's best friend, but girls have a lot of best friends & one of them is makeup. I have a couple makeup staples -- mascara & lipstick -- but eyeliner is close on the list because it tends to add a lot of dimension & personality. Today's review is a product I received in my Glossybox: the Julep Gel Eye Glider in Smoky Plum.

Let me begin my saying I subscribed to Glossybox for 6 months at $20 per box back in December. I found a few items I adore. However, I have since unsubscribed. Too often do I receive items that aren't for me. But that's just how the cookie crumbles sometimes.

Okay, now back to talking about the Julep Gel Eye Glider. This product retails at $12.80. The packaging makes the Smoky Plum color appear quite purple. Once you swatch it the shade turns out to be kind of a musky midnight blue with purple flecks. It's mildly purple & not going to give the look of bold lilac around your eyes. In sunlight you can see more of the purple hue.

Smoky Plum Julep Gel Eye Glider in natural light

Smoky Plum Julep Gel Eye Glider in sunlight

A selling point for me was the fact that it's paraben free, sulfate free, & cruelty free. I am trying to make the switch to natural, plant based, cruelty free products. The Julep gel eye liner applies smoothly & beautifully, like butter. No dragging or pulling here.

The waterproof eye glider sets within 30 seconds or so. If you want to blend it to create a smoky eye, you may have some trouble. Once applied & dry, it has a powerful lasting power. It will stay through your day with minimal smudging. I have oily lids so that's something to keep in mind. If your lids are oily, this product may smudge sooner than its "clinically proven to last for 10+ hours" claim. After a few hours & some rubbing, the color isn't as vibrant but it's still quite impressive.

You need a standard sharpener to make the tip fine, as it wears down pretty easily. They weren't kidding when they named this liner as a "glider." The product glides on no problem. I've only used a handful of Julep products, but they tend to be winners in my book. I've learned to love this eye glider & I like the softness of the smoky plum compared to a harsh black.

How does the Julep Gel Eye Glider sound? What do you think of Julep products? Do you receive Glossybox or any type of subscription box? Let me know below! :]

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