Thursday, April 28, 2011

NOTD: Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer in Menta


Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer in Menta




So pretty! The above swatch is three coats, and it is just beautiful! I wish we had some sunlight so I could get a sunlight pic, but this will have to do.

The Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Nail Lacquer collection is a quick-drying formula that is available in long-lasting colors. Borghese invites you to discover the new Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer collection in bold brights and chic Italian neutrals. Evoking all the vivid colors of a garden in bloom, and the sophisticated hues of city style, Borghese’s new nail lacquers complement every wardrobe.



These long-wearing, nail-strengthening lacquers contain Borghese’s exclusive Aqua di Vita complex to help restore moisture and balance, while Micronized Gemstones add strength and brilliance. Each shade comes with a special Duale Curve Tip Brush custom designed to hug the shape of your nail for smooth, flawless application that lasts up to seven days. The rich, saturated hues are free of DBP’s, Toluene and added Formaldehyde.



The Borghese Rapido Fast Dry Lacquer Collection includes:



Vigneto
Marino
Mochaccino
Chroma
Lira
Menta
Violetto
Maraschino
Siena
Rosso
Anemone
Limoncello

Disclosure: This polish was sent to me for review purposes.



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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Orly Pinup Collection

Pinup

ORLY Summer 2011 Collection


Unabashed Glamour Returns with Vibrant Shades to Suit Any Personality


Coquette Cutie: Coral Crème



Bubbly Bombshell: Purple Glitter



Va Va Voom: Pink Neon Creme



Here Comes Trouble: Sparkle Green


The summer season encourages creativity and femininity to run wild, from carefree and casual beach days to flashy summer nights in the city. Bring a sense of sexy summer fun to the everyday with Pinup, the Summer 2011 Collection from ORLY . Inspired by the unapologetic glitz and free-spirited attitude of the most iconic pinup girls, the collection exudes a vivacious, dolled-up femininity that laces any look with sheer confidence.


Pinup offers a shade for every glamour girl, from the sophisticated seductress to the fearless rock ‘n roll goddess. Bright, feminine crèmes mingle with eye catching jewel-tone glitters to offer a range of colors sure to turn heads.


All ORLY Nail Lacquers including the Pinup Collection are free of DBP, Toluene and all traces of Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Resin.


The Pinup Collection Lacquers will be available starting May 2011 for $7.50 each. ORLY Nail Lacquers and Treatment products are available at www.orlybeauty.com, Sally Beauty, Ulta and other purveyors of beauty throughout the U.S. and in over 70 countries worldwide.


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Thursday, April 21, 2011

Sephora by OPI Safari Luxe Collection

I just spied a new collection on Sephora.... the Safari Luxe Collection.




From the website:
Inspired by animal-print fabrics, snakeskin pumps, and stacks of gold bracelets, Sephora by OPI's new Safari Luxe collection takes after one of the hottest trends to hit the runways: safari chic. "We came up with a nail lacquer collection as stylish and fun as the trend itself," says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI VP and Artistic Director. "And just like a leopard-print scarf spices up an outfit, each summery shade adds instant edginess to your wardrobe."

I love Sephora by OPI polishes and am dying for this set.... but I need it like I need a hole in the head! Be strong Sasha!

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Monday, April 18, 2011

China Glaze Island Escape collection: Skittle Swatches

China Glaze Island Escape collection


Take an exotic island escape with China Glaze this summer with a tropical, shimmering rainbow of brilliant bright colors! Mix and match these hot hues to add a candy-like pop to that summer manicure and pedicure.



Left to right:


  • Cha Cha Cha: Vivacious shimmer green

  • 108 Degrees: Flirtatious berry pink with specks of micro glitter

  • Papaya Punch: Crème based vivid orange

  • Electric Pineapple: High intensity crème based lime green



Left to right, alternating:



  • Senorita Bonita: Passionate purple shimmer with pink micro glitter

  • Blue Iguana: Bold and daring sparkly blue


All swatches are three coats. The two creams, Papaya Punch and Electric Pineapple, definited needed three to be opaque. The shimmers, with the exception of Blue Iguana, were good in three coats. Blue Iguana most likely needed one more coat to help with VNL.


Overall, I was very pleased with this collection. I had no application problems with any of the colors.


Disclosure: This collection was provided to me for review purposes.



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Tuesday, April 12, 2011

NOTD: Zoya Dannii


Zoya Dannii



I'm going to need some help here.... what base/top coats do you use with your Zoyas?



I am getting shrinkage and also some denting the next day..... almost like it's not completely dry.


I did my normal routine:

1. Orly Bonder

2. Sally Hansen Nail Growth Miracle

3. 2 coats of color

4. Seche Vite


I do have the Zoya Colorlock system, but heard it takes a while to dry so I haven't tried it.


Any tips?

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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

China Glaze Crackle Glaze

You know the best thing about the new crackle/shatter polish trend?

It can save a bad mani!

On Monday, I painted my nails with Lancome's Violet Groove, and I hated it! The polish was thick and goopy, which no new polish should be, and the purple cream polish did nothing for my skin.

So I grabbed my bottle of China Glaze Fault Line (sent to me for review purposes) and volia! Much better!


Lancome Violet Groove topped with China Glaze Fault Line

And the same thing happened last night... I painted my nails with Avon's new Breast Cancer Awareness color, Pink Power, and yuck. It looked terrible on me!

But with a coat of China Glaze Cracked Concrete (sent to me for review purposes), it was instantly cooler!


Avon Pink Power topped with China Glaze Cracked Concrete



Have you gotten on board with the crackle/shatter trend?

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