Thursday, August 30, 2012 0

Today I have the brand Pomegranate Nail Lacquer to share with you guys. This is a new brand to me and so far I am quite please with it.Pomegranate Nail Lacquer is also 3 free and cruelty free so that is ++ in my books.

 The first polish I have to share with you guys is Cyberspace

Cyberspace is a charcoal grey polish with a hint of holo goodness in it. I used three coats in these pictures.  It reminds me of Lex Cosmetics Seashell. I like the subtle holoness in the polish. I tried to take more pictures to show the holoness.





 
The next polish I have for review is I Tap on Apps.   I find the name of the nail polish FANTASTIC!! it's super cute!.  This is a pale pastel blue with silver shimmer in it. I used three coats in these pictures.  
I don't think this color works for my skin tone but I do like it.  I apologize for the messy picture..there was a spot I missed during clean up :(




If you are interested in these polishes you can find more information about them here: http://www.pomegranatelacquer.com/

*The products in this post were sent to me for the purpose of a 100% honest unbiased review.*

OPI Germany Collection Fall 2012

Thursday, August 23, 2012 0

Today I have 6 colors from the OPI Germany Fall 2012 collection.  

The first color I have is Don't Pretzel My Buttons.  This is a beige cream polish that only requires two coats. It applies smoothly with no drag.



The next color I have is Nein! Nein! Nein! Ok Fine!  This is a dark dusty green-grey almost black polish.   I used only two coats for this.   It's very hard to describe the color because it looks different in different environments.



Next up is my favorite from the collection: My Very First Knockwurst. I used three coats. This is a dusty pastel pink that I think is extremely work appropriate and flattering.




Purple is my favorite color so my second favorite from the collection is Suzi & the 7 Dusseldorfs.  It is a red purple that needed three coats. I wish it wasn't so frosty looking. I used three coats. You can kind of see brush marks on my nails :(




Next we have Every Month Is Oktoberfest.  This is a dark burgundy wine purple polish that has a golden/ purple shimmer to it. I used two coats and this polish applied perfectly.




Lastly we have Berlin There Done That.  I used three coats in the photo. I would call this color greige. Not quite grey not quite beige...in the between the two. This is a simple creme polish that was easy to apply.



Purchase Info:

The OPI Germany Collection for Fall 2012 retails for around $8.50 per .5 fl oz bottle of polish. They can be purchased at your local professional salons and spas nationwide. You an also purchase them at larger chain salons, including (but not limited to) JCPenny, Dillards, Regis, Pure Beauty, Trade Secret, and Ulta.



*The products in this post were sent to me for the purpose of a 100% honest unbiased review.*

OPI DS Luxurious and DS Indulgence

Thursday, August 2, 2012 2

It's August 1st so I can now release the pictures of the two new OPI DS polishes!!! Hurray!!!! 

For fall 2012 OPI is launching two new DS polishes: DS Luxurious and DS Indulgence

The Designer Series lacquer formula is enhanced with real diamond dust, offering light reflecting, multidimensional color. I find that they are more shiney and more chip resistant than normal OPI but others say they chip faster...maybe this has to do with body chemistry/ nail composition?

DS Indulgence, a radiant red-violet with a shimmering, golden finish. Red gold flecks

 DS Luxurious, a captivating coral-red with a golden glisten. Orange Cold flecks

 
No flash, left to right: DS Luxurious, DS Indulgence

 
 Flash, left to right: DS Luxurious, DS Indulgence

First up we have DS Luxurious.  I would describe it as orange with gold flecks. I used two coats in all the pictures and no top coat.




Next we have DS Indulgence. Red copper with gold flects. Two coats, no top coat

 

 

These two polishes are in the same family color tree: Red/ orange and I thought they looked quite similar to one another so I compared the two.

 Middle and pinky finger: DS Luxurious
Pointer and ring finger: DS Indulgence


Orange/ Red isn't really my color, but I do really like the gold fleck finish.   Myt favorite is DS Luxurious

*The products in this post were sent to me for the purpose of a 100% honest unbiased review.*

6 New Shades in the Nicole by OPI Kardashian Kolor Collection

Wednesday, August 1, 2012 0

There are 6 new shades in the Nicole by OPI Kardashian Kolor Collection that, for Canadians, are exclusively available at Shoppers Drug Mart right now.

Nicole by OPI announces six new Kardashian Kolor shades available exclusively sold at Shoppers Drug Mart. These richly-pigmented, fashion-forward hues include crèmes in bright key lime, pinky peach, poppy red and fuchsia, as well as a shimmery light lilac.

“Nicole by OPI is very excited to bring new Kardashian Kolor lacquers exclusively to Shoppers Drug Mart for 2012. The Shoppers Drug Mart consumer knows how to find the hottest look at the best value,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Nicole by OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “In collaborating with the Kardashian/Jenner family on the SDM exclusive shades, we came up with lacquers to represent each of their vibrant personalities and individual styles. The six resulting colors offer the perfect accessory for spring’s bright colors, feminine frocks and reinvented neutrals.”
The Shoppers Drug Mart exclusive Kardashian Kolor shades include:

Strike a Pose - This is one of those coral-y reds that anyone can wear - even palest-of-pale me
Back to Reality…TV – Periwinkle is soft and romantic, but this one can look punky with edge too.
One Big Happy Fame-ily - Shimmery lilac works for every summer function - board meetings, drinks on the patio, bachelorette parties... whatever comes your way.
Our Fuchsia’s Lookin’ Bright - You'd be surprised at how intriguing and delicious this colour is - just watch as it becomes one of your favourites.
Ladies in the Limelight - It's right in between lemon and lime, making it a statement colour that rocks against the colours of the season.
Paparazzi Don’t Preach - Pale pinks can sometimes fade into the background, but this one's peachy and beige-y, so it's ultra modern and chic.

“These lacquers provide a great way to transition from winter to spring,” adds Weiss-Fischmann. “Try Our Fuchsia’s Lookin’ Bright to maximize winter’s rich jewel tones, or lighten the look with One Big Fame-ily for a burst of lavender.”
Nicole by OPI Nail Lacquers and Nail Treatments contain no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde. Nicole by OPI formulas are long-lasting, fast-drying, and salon-quality. These Shoppers Drug Mart exclusive lacquers are available now for $10.99 each at SDM locations nationwide.

For more information, visit nicolebyopi.com. Follow Nicole by OPI on Twitter @NicoleByOPI and become a Facebook fan!

EOS lemon drop and EOS Cucumber (Refresh) hand lotion

Thursday, July 26, 2012 2

I was sent two EOS products to review. A lip balm and a hand lotion.  I have been using EOS lip balms for quite some time because I really like the shape/ size of the lip balm so I was very excited to have a chance to review a new scent.

Today I have EOS lemon drop to share with you guys.
I am sure that a lot of you have seen the EOS lipbalms around.  They are marketed as a smooth sphere...which it is...a round lip balm instead of one in a tube. 


Here is Lemon drop, it is spf 15 so that is a bonus because we should always have sunscreen on our lips to avoid sunburnt lips. I think that when we apply sunscreen the lips are one of the most commonly forgotten parts. 

Here is the description for it: 
"Naturally flavored and PABA free. Packed with antioxidant-rich vitamin E, soothing shea butter and jojoba oil, eos keeps lips moist, soft and sensationally smooth"

The lemon drop lip balm is a round yellow sphere with a protective clear seal around it.

Once you peel off the seal you get a cute yellow sphere.

 Twist the sphere and bam! you get your lipbalm.
 I like the shape of the lip balm because it allows for fast coverage. You pretty much cover your top and bottom lip in one swipe. 

I found the scent quite lovely, not too strong or too weak. A true lemon scent. Very clean and fresh.



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 The next thing I tried out was the EOS Cucumber hand lotion.  I was kind of confused with the shape of the lotion but I get it now! It is designed to fit in your purse or POCKET!!! that is why it is flat/ ovalish. 

Here is the description of it:
  • Infused with a combination of skin-conditioning oils, aloe, and moisturizing shea butter, eos hand lotion will leave your skin feeling soft, supple and radiantly healthy long after you apply it.
  • 97% natural formula, paraben-free


I liked the cucumber scent because it was very light. I work in a hospital and I have found many hand creams are too strong in scent for a hospital. The cucumber scent was perfect. I also liked that the lotion absorbed into my skin almost instantly and wasn't greasy.

If you are interested in learning about the other EOS products check out their website here


*The products in this post were sent to me for the purpose of a 100% honest unbiased review.*

CND has unveiled signature Olympic inspired nail looks

Wednesday, July 25, 2012 0

So...The olympics began today...Women's soccer :)  I actually can't believe that the olympics have started...I guess time has just been flying by. Anyways...so CND has created some pretty neat olympic designs for nails.
 


CND Shellac™, the Original Power Polish, gears up for the London 2012 Olympic Games
at several Olympic Villages


July 23, 2012 – Starting July 21, athletes in the Olympic and Paralympic Villages will have the opportunity to receive complimentary 14 day+, superior shine CND Shellac manicures and pedicures by the UK’s top nail technicians, courtesy of UK professional beauty distributor, Sweet Squared. CND Shellac is the original and only Power Polish service that will last as long as the Games, helping athletes reach the podium in style!

To celebrate this Olympic initiative, CND is unveiling its medal-worthy nail looks, Olympic Gold & Olympic Sprit:

              

“We are thrilled athletes from around the world will be treated to a CND Shellac service during the Olympics and wish them the very best in their remarkable journey,” says CND co-founder and style director Jan Arnold. “We look forward to seeing all the Olympic inspired nails which will be uploaded onto the CND Facebook and Sweet Squared Facebook fan pages, and thank Sweet Squared for its continued support and enthusiasm for the CND brand.”

CND Shellac in the Village
Athletes are welcome to the Leisure Lounge at the official Olympic Rowing & Canoe Village as well as the Sailing Village for a medal-worthy manicure, pedicure and hand / foot massage starting Saturday, July 21 and every Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday during the Games. These complimentary services will be offered at the Paralympics from August 29 to September 9. Athletes will have 36 gorgeous colors to choose from and the option to customize with Olympic themed designs.
 
Follow Live on Facebook and Twitter
Want to know what nail style your favorite athlete is sporting? Live tweeting with #OlympicShellac along with photos posted to the CND Facebook and Sweet Squared Facebook fan pages will give Olympic enthusiasts and nail buffs alike an insider look at the experience and perfectly manicured fingers and toes! Follow @CNDWorld and @SweetSquared.

The Original Power Polish
CND Shellac is a nail care system for natural nails that is winning over women all around the world. CND Shellac paints on like polish – base coat, color, top coat – and is cured in a CND UV Lamp so there is zero dry time. It combines the ease of polish with high-gloss shine, 14-day wear, easy 10 minute removal and no nail damage. CND Shellac is also hypo-allergenic & “3-Free” – no formaldehyde, toluene, or DBP.

Tweezerman Partners with Cynthia Rowley for Fourth Consecutive Limited Edition Designer Series

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Tweezerman Canada is excited to announce a partnership with Cynthia Rowley for the 2012 Limited Edition Designer Series Collection, an annual compilation coveted by fashion lovers, beauty aficionados and design enthusiasts alike. Fashion designer Cynthia Rowley has added sporty and graphic prints to this year’s designer series collection for Tweezerman, bringing her colourful chic aesthetic to the premium quality beauty tools that give you the most beautiful brows, hands and feet. These special edition Sporty Foulard prints are available on the award-winning Slant Tweezer ($30) in two special edition colours, Light Blue and Cobalt Blue. The prints are also available on the best-selling Mini Slant Tweezer ($19) and the Filemate Nail File ($6.50) in Signature Red. Items are set to hit Sephora exclusively at the end of July.

“I have always been a fan of Tweezerman and I am thrilled to be partnering with them for this special edition designer series,” said Cynthia Rowley.  “I love that I get to put my own fresh twist on this cult classic product!”

“For our fourth designer series, we looked to partner with a fashion-forward brand that would excite our consumers and wow women with the same exuberance that the quality of our tools inspires,” says Dr. Conny Wittke, CEO and President of Tweezerman International. “Cynthia Rowley’s designs are not only beautiful, they translate perfectly and beautifully onto the surface of our award-winning Slant Tweezer as well as the other beauty tools in the collection, making all the designs in the series must-have collectibles.”

Tweezerman’s award winning tools are beloved worldwide as the company understands a simple truth: when consumers feel comfortable, happy and confident, they also feel beautiful. As uniquely designed beauty tool experts, Tweezerman’s approach is much like Cynthia Rowley's: high-end fashion, high-end function.

Website: Tweezerman.ca
Facebook: Tweezerman Canada
Twitter: @TweezermanCA
Pinterest: Tweezerman Canada


 

A rare sight

Tuesday, July 24, 2012 2




It's maintenance day! which involves cleaning the bottles, making sure they are closed properly, organizing, purging duplicates, etc

This isn't all of them but most of them


EOS Everyday Hand Lotion

Wednesday, July 18, 2012 0

 
Soak in the goodness.
Infused with moisturizing shea butter and oat extract, as well
as a generous helping of natural antioxidants, essential
nutrients and vitamins C and E, eos hand lotion will leave
your skin feeling soft, supple, and radiantly healthy long after
you apply it.
Smooth on eos’ never-greasy, super-soothing hand and
body lotion and make your skin smile.

Points-of-Difference:
• Unique pebble shape designed to fit in your purse, your
pocket, or on your desk
• 97% natural everyday and cucumber formulas for normal
to dry skin
• Non-greasy, super soothing and fast absorbing, providing
long-lasting moisture
• Dermatologist tested & hypoallergenic
• Paraben-free formula
• Not tested on animals
• No animal by-products

Key Ingredients:

• Aloe – soothes, moisturizes and heals
• Oat – protects delicate, dry, sensitive and irritated skin
• Shea butter – softens and nourishes
• Vitamin E & C – powerful antioxidants that rejuvenate and
hydrate for healthy-looking, radiant skin

Sku Specific Benefits:
• Everyday Hand Lotion: 97% natural for softer skin on the
go. For all skin types.
• Cucumber Hand Lotion: 97% natural to energize your skin
on the go. For all skin types.

Launch Date: May/June 2012

 

EOS Lemon with SPF 15 Lip Balm Smooth Sphere

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 Show your lips the light!
Pamper your lips while you protect them from the
sun with this eos Lemon Drop with SPF 15 that’s
naturally flavored and PABA-free. Packed with
natural conditioning oils and antioxidant-rich vitamin
E, eos keeps your lips moist, soft and sensationally
smooth.

Points-of-Difference:
• Great-tasting, all-natural lemon flavor
• Petrolatum and paraben-free
• PABA-free sunscreen with broad spectrum UVA/UVB sun
protection
• Revolutionary smooth sphere applies directly onto lips, so
it’s more hygienic than pot lip balms
• Soft-touch, recyclable packaging in vibrant, sophisticated
colors
• Gluten-free
• Not tested on animals

Key Ingredients:
• Olive oil – provides long-lasting moisture
• Vitamin E – provides antioxidant protection; soothes and
heals

Launch Date: May/June 2012

EOS Ultra Moisturizing Shave Cream

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Who says shaving can’t be delightful?

Packed with natural aloe, oat, shea butter and antioxidant
vitamins E and C , eos ultra moisturizing shave cream leaves
your skin looking radiantly healthy.

Points-of-Difference:
• So moisturizing, you can shave wet or dry
• Non-foaming cream formula boosts skin’s moisture level and
leaves skin soft and smooth
• Provides a closer shave, even helping to prevent those little
razor bumps.
• Paraben-free formula
• Soft-touch, ergonomic plastic bottle is easy to hold, rust-free
and recyclable (not like those cans the boys use)
• Easy-to-use pump for 100% propellant-free dispensing
• Not tested on animals
• No animal by-products

Key Ingredients:
• Aloe – soothes, moisturizes and heals
• Oat – protects delicate, dry, sensitive and irritated skin
• Shea butter – softens and nourishes
• Vitamin E & C – rejuvenating antioxidants for healthy looking,
radiant skin

Enticing Fragrances:
• Pomegranate Raspberry
• Vanilla Bliss
• Sensitive – Fragrance Free

Launch Date: June/July 2012

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