NOTD: Dr.'s REMEDY RESOLUTION Red Glitter

Dr.'s REMEDY RESOLUTION Red Glitter

from their JOLLY and JOY collection

I have to admit when I read the name and swatched it, I thought "Red glitter? This is quite pink...."

Their press release described the shade as a red-meets-copper spin that's sequin-look-alike laden with high-shine and sparkle.

And I actually think that's pretty accurate. Application was great- super coverage in two coats, and it dried super-fast.

Dr.'s REMEDY is a line of doctor-inspired cosmetics that is dedicated to using clean, hypoallergenic ingredients. The birth-child of two New York-based podiatrists, Dr. Adam Cirlincione and Dr. William Spielfogel, Dr.'s REMEDY proves quintessentially-perfect for any person looking to better the condition of her skin and nails. Dr.'s REMEDY is sold exclusively at www.remedynails.com or by calling 877-323-NAIL.

Disclosure: The polish swatched above was provided for review purposes.

Dr.'s Remedy PASSION Purple w/ Cover Girl City Lights

Dr.'s Remedy PASSION Purple

topped with Cover Girl City Lights

After my success last time I used City Lights over blue, I had to try it again. And I really like it over purple too!

Disclosure: The Dr's Remedy polish was sent to me for review purposes. The Cover Girl polish was purchased by me.

Swatch: Dr.'s Remedy PASSION Purple

Dr.'s Remedy PASSION Purple

from their JOLLY and JOY collection

How pretty is this?

It's described as: a bombshell-boysenberry with subtle silver meshed throughout

Dr.'s Remedy is having a great Black Friday to Cyber Monday sale.... buy any polish for only $14 (regular price is $17) and get free shipping. Offer begins at 5 am on 11/25 and expires on 11/28 at 11:59 pm.

Dr.'s REMEDY is a line of doctor-inspired cosmetics that is dedicated to using clean, hypoallergenic ingredients. The birth-child of two New York-based podiatrists, Dr. Adam Cirlincione and Dr. William Spielfogel, Dr.'s REMEDY proves quintessentially-perfect for any person looking to better the condition of her skin and nails. Dr.'s REMEDY is sold exclusively at www.remedynails.com or by calling 877-323-NAIL.

Disclosure: The polish swatched above was provided for review purposes.

Swatches: Dr.'s Remedy Fall 2011

I can't believe it's already the week of Thanksgiving! I have been hoping for a nice sunny day to photograph the Fall Dr.'s Remedy line, but I just had a bit of time this weekend, so I did single-finger shots.

Fall 2011 will be fierce: leaves will change, for sure, and temps will follow suit. But the real news relates to the hues of this season. Indeed, we're revolutionarily-ready to welcome a crisper, cleaner, clearer collection of colors, kudos to Dr.'s REMEDY insight and excitement over autumn. These hues celebrate the season that screams renewal: a rich bordeaux; a modern burgundy; a navy-meets-royal blue. We welcome you to invite your nails to dance in Dr.'s REMEDY FALL FEVER 2011.

Left to right: BALANCE Brick, DEFENSE Deep Red, NOBEL Navy

NOBEL Navy: A sea-at-dusk shade that reflects light and brings dimension to tips and toes alike


This swatch is two coats. It covered really nicely, but since it was a bit thin, it had a tendency to pool around the cuticles. Since the shade is so dark, cleanup was a bit tough and you can see I had a bit of trouble getting a clean clean-up line. It's a great shade though and I'll definitely be doing a full mani, and taking my time and working to keep it out of the cuticle area.

DEFENSE Deep Red: A rich bordeaux with a mystifying matte finish

The above swatch is three coats, and I had a difficult time with this one. It was extremely thin, and it ran like crazy. Clean-up did not go well. It also did not seem to dry as matte as I expected it would.

BALANCE Brick: A modern maroon with body and balance

This shade was the best of the bunch- covered great in two coats, and was a bit thicker so I didn't have any migrating problems.

Dr.'s REMEDY is a line of doctor-inspired cosmetics that is dedicated to using clean, hypo-allergenic ingredients. The birth-child of two New York-based podiatrists, Dr. Adam Cirlincione and Dr. William Spielfogel, Dr.'s REMEDY proves quintessentially-perfect for any person looking to better the condition of her skin and nails; their Enriched Nail Polish is the first-ever nail polish on the market approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association. Dr.'s REMEDY is sold online at www.remedynails.com or by calling 1-877-323-NAIL.

Dr's. Remedy is on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Remedynails) as well as Twitter (http://twitter.com/#!/remedynails).

NOTD: China Glaze Poinsettia & Sephora by OPI Be-Claus I Said So

China Glaze Poinsettia

The above swatch is 2 coats and this is a pretty coral red cream. I do have to tell you that I painted my nails about 9 pm and topped 2 coats of color with Seche Vite, and then went to bed about 10. When I woke up this morning I had a bit of sheet marks, which never happens to me. I went ahead and used one coat of the Color Stay topcoat to even the finish out before this pic.

China Glaze Poinsettia
topped with Sephora by OPI Be-Claus I Said So

But I wasn't too concerned, because I already planned on using another of the glitter toppers from Sephora by OPI's Glimmer Wonderland collection. This one is described as clear with medium and chunky red glitter, and I'd say that's about right.

Note that you definitely need to use a regular topcoat after these glitter toppers, because they dry a bit matte. After apply a coat of SV, I took the above pic. I really like it!

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Stila is offering both of their new nail polish sets for $24. AND if you use code SFCGGDY3ET , you will get free shipping on EVERYTHING, no minimum! Hell of a deal.

Also, Stila participates in Ebates, so you can also get 6% back if you start there. Ebates is also offering a great holiday referral special- if you have 5 friends sign up through your referral link. you'll get $75! So even if you already are signed up, remember to pass on to your friends about Ebates for their holiday shopping.

Disclosure: This post contains a referral link for Ebates. However, those signing up under my link will also get a sign-up bonus from Ebates (typically $5-10).

NOTD: Sephora by OPI Countdown to the Kiss plus bonus

Sephora by OPI Countdown to the Kiss

from the Glimmer Wonderland Collection

Oh, it was a blustery day yesterday! Absolutely no sun, ugly cloudy, and rainy. Absolutely no chance for a good outside pic. Such a shame because this was quite a pretty shade! It's an opaque royal blue with medium glitter that is a bit lighter blue.

I had some time last night before bed, and one of my nails broke a bit so I spent some time filing them down. Then I decided to try topping it with a Cover Girl sparkle topcoat that I picked up a few years ago, but hadn't had a chance to try.

Sephora by OPI Countdown to the Kiss

topped with Cover Girl City Lights

WOW! Isn't that pretty in the sun? This may be my new favorite topper. I can't stop staring at my nails! I added two coats of the CG sparkle topcoat and then topped it with SV.

NOTD: Nicole by OPI Orna-ment For Each Other

Nicole by OPI Orna-ment For Each Other

This is a new glitter that came out this holiday season, and it's really pretty- it's a clear base with mostly red glitter, but enough gold glitter to give it a gorgeous look. The glitter is dense enough that the above swatch is just two coats. The first coat you're thinking, whoa- this is going to four coats! But the second coat really evens it up nicely.

HOWEVER, this was chip-tastic on me. I used two coats topped with Seche Vite, and after one shower I had a giant chip on one finger. I left it alone, and by the end of the day, I had chips on about 7 fingers. So it might be nice for a special occasion, like a holiday party, but I don't think it's hearty enough to wear as a 3-4 day mani.

NOTD: Sephora by OPI Chestnuts About You topped with Don't Be Eggnog-ious

Sephora by OPI Chestnuts About You

topped with Don't Be Eggnog-ious

both from the Glimmer Wonderland Collection

I am REALLY liking this! After trying this today, I totally think the three glitters were meant to be used as toppers.

Don't Be Eggnog-ious is described as clear with medium and chunky copper glitter

NOTD: Sephora by OPI Chestnuts About You

Sephora by OPI Chestnuts About You

from the Glimmer Wonderland Collection

Described as opaque pink champagne with fine glitter

The above swatch is two coats, and this is another gorgeous foil. I've got a presentation at work this morning, so I had to keep my mani work-appropriate, but I plan on topping this with Don't Be Eggnog-ious (copper glitter topcoat from the collection) later today and taking a pic.

Info on China Glaze Eye Candy Collection

Yesterday I got a press release on a new China Glaze collection called "Eye Candy".

Forget diamonds! This winter China Glaze introduces a nail industry first: utilizing 3-D glitters in its new “Eye Candy” collection. Inspired by Marilyn Monroe and her timeless allure, this innovative new glitter technology provides a knock-your-eyes-out, super sparkly effect to your manicure. Multi-sized and differently shaped glitter particles are cleverly combined to create a sexy, super decadent, 3-D finish in six bright, eye-popping shades. Whether you prefer gleaming gold or glamorous smoky grey, China Glaze’s “Eye Candy” collection adds a dazzling finish to your holiday look with a glimmer that is sure to catch everyone’s eye! Colors in this collection include:

· Love Marilyn: Vivacious Red with Shimmering Silver Particles
· Blonde Bombshell: Glistening Multidimensional Gold Flecks
· Lorelei’s Tiara: Sterling Silver Infused with Blue Sprinkles
· Material Girl: Posh pink with Holographic Bubblegum Glitter
· Some Like It Haute: Graphite Gray with Holographic Glitter
· Marry A Millionaire: Alluring Amethyst with Multi-tonal Fibers

These looks really pretty! The press release did not give a release date, but I hope to find these soon.

NOTD: Sephora by OPI Naughty is the New Nice

Sephora by OPI Naughty is the New Nice

Well, well, well! We have a name for the Sephora by OPI holiday collection.

Glimmer Wonderland!

I had seen that phrase used labeling their special mini sets for Christmas, but also wondered if that name had anything to do with the 10 shades I had purchased before the collection had its own page.

At any rate, I think Naughty is the New Nice is so pretty! The above swatch is 2 coats and covered wonderfully. It's described as opaque ice blue with fine silver glitter and I think that's quite an appropriate description. This is actually probably my favorite of the four I have tried so far from this collection.

NOTD: Sephora by OPI Sugar Plum Fairies Gone Wild

Sephora by OPI Sugar Plum Fairies Gone Wild

from the Glimmer Wonderland collection

The above swatch is two coats pf SPFGW. After trying it on it's own, I personally think it needs to be used on top of a base color- this would probably look fabulous over Stop Stocking Me!

It's really eye-catching and a glitter-bomb. Quite hungry as well- I just used one coat of Seche Vite and it was pretty bumpy.

Sephora by OPI Stop Stocking Me! (better pic)

Sephora by OPI Stop Stocking Me!

from the Glimmer Wonderland collection

I just HAD to get a better pic of this beauty.... I actually wore this for almost 4 days, I loved it so much!

NOTD: Sephora by OPI Stock Stocking Me!

Sephora by OPI Stock Stocking Me!

from the Glimmer Wonderland collection

(and yes, I'm holding a different colored bottle! I forgot to grab the purple for the pic)

There is no sun today so an overcast shot is all I've got. But this shade is gorgeous! It was almost a 1-coater, but I went ahead and did two to make sure I had even coverage.