O.P.I Nail Lacquer



Colors are : Blue My Mind and Meet Me on the Star Ferry



If you haven't already tried this nail polish you have to give it a try. This product has impressed me so I had to share my opinion. The texture of the lacquer is sleek and smooth. When applied to the nail, you get a professional look.

Yes I did have some chipping to the top of my nails, which is acceptable to me because I'm constantly working with my hands. There was absolutely NO cracking of the lacquer on the nail after day 5. I'm so use to cracking or peeling of the polish after day 1 of application.

I only have two colors so far but that is just the start of my collection, I'm looking forward to building it up.

I paid $8.50 per bottle. I bought Blue My Mind which is in the Blue Family (Obviously) and Meet me on the Star Ferry which is in the Purple/Violet Family. Both Polishes have a sheen to them, but they are subtle which I really like.

They do not sell O.P.I at local drug stores.

You can buy O.P.I at specialty store like Ulta (that's where I bought mine) or at certain salons in your area.

The mall usually has a beauty store in it where you can probably find it.

Best bet is to check their website before searching for a store that sells it.

I added the link to the O.P.I website below. Go to the O.P.I. site, click on the the headed Where to find O.P.I. add your zip code and a list of store will pop up showing you where to buy it.
http://www.opi.com/

Now I just need to find a way to prevent the chipping at the top of the nail. Any suggestions? Please comment.

Sephora Friends and Family 2011

Sephora Friends and Family. Follow the link below and instructions to receive your 20% off discount code via email. The offer is valid until November 2, 2011 11:59 pm. This offer is valid only in the U.S. and online.

Enjoy!

http://www.sephoralove.com/friendsandfamily/?_requestid=81257

How to Clean Makeup Brushes

Products Used:

Siege Daily Cosmetic Brush Cleaner
Tissue

Instructions - Fold you tissue in half and then fold it in half again, spray the tissue, then gently stroke brush back and forth on the tissue, unfold the tissue to find a clean spot to repeat the above steps until you brush is clean

I bought this cosmetic brush cleaner at a drug store near me (Face Values).
I do not think I would ever buy it again, because I found I had to continuely spray the tissue multiple times in order to get the color off the brush.

I know there are more expensive brands out there. BUT it probably would be better to pay because they work much better, faster, and you use less of the product.

Aqua Blue & Shimmer Pink

Products Used

NYX Jumbo White Eye Pencil
Coastal Scents 88 Ultra Shimmer Eye Shadow Palette
(Colors used - From the right 7 column Shimmer Pink, 6 column 5th one down aqua blue, bottom row 5th one in electric blue)
Naked Cosmetics EB-02 (Blue) mixed with some water to apply as a liquid liner

Stila kajal eye liner in sapphire
Loreal Paris double extend eye illuminator (for brown eyes)
MAC ideal pink studio lights concealer
MAC soft and gentle mineralize skin finish
MAC cremesheen glass in right image

Pink & Grey

Products Used:

Estee Lauder Double Wear Concealer in Light Medium
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish Natural in Medium
MAC Mineralize Skin Finish in Soft and Gentle
Estee Lauder Tender Blush in Rosewood
NYX Jumbo Eye Pencil in White
Naked Cosmetics in Blushing Bronze #BB-01 (light pink color)
Naked Cosmetics in Ebony # EB-01 (Metal/silver/pewter color)
Stila Eyeliner in black
Revlon Lash Fantasy Total definition Mascra in black
Naked Cosmetics Clear base glossy lips and then I applied Naked #BB-01 over it
The liner applied to my lower and upper lash line was Naked #EB-01 applied wet

Friends and Family Retraction

I'm so so so sorry. I had to retract my post regarding Macy's east friends and family event. The reason why is because I stated that you can use the 25% off coupon on fragrance and cosmetics, and you can NOT. In the past I have used it numerous times on fragrances and cosmetics, that it why I assumed you could. I guess this year they decided to change things up. I received my friends and family coupon in the mail this week and looked at the back and it clearly states EXCLUSIONS cosmetic and fragrances.

So much for a "magical" shopping experience.

I'm so bummed out, I was really looking forward to it.

Review: Naked Cosmetics

"Naked cosmetics are the purest, most natural make-up that exist. Made of 100% oxidized mica Naked cosmetics do NOT contain talc, oil, wax, or other filler that can be harmful to you skin. It is 100% color to give you a pure product that is non allergenic, non perishable, and simply beautiful. If it's not naked...it's not natural..."

I couldn't decide if I should blog or vlog on this product. I started a video and I felt there was too much information and the video was going to be way to long. So here are my thoughts on Naked cosmetics loose powder....

I went to IMATS on Saturday April 9, 2011 here in NY. I had a great time BTW. I went to the Naked Cosmetics counter and was instantly attracted to the beautiful bright colors of the loose powder. The makeup artist showed me the various things the loose powder can do.

For instance the powder can be used as:

Eye shadow - apply right to eye lid, or dip your brush in water to intensify the color, or blend it with  eye primer for a matte finish

 Eyeliner - dip a wet angled brush into the powder and apply to you lash line

Starting from the left side -  powder applied over a cream shadow, dry, wet

Blush - mix with a face primer or apply it directly to your face with you finger or brush and blend well


I mixed these with Too Faced face primer



Lipstick - mix with a clear gloss, or neutral lipstick







I mixed these with Naked clear lip base



Bronzer - use a white lotion and desired loose powder color

Temporary hair highlights - apply the powder to hair with a brush, set with hairspray

Nail polish - with a clear base polish dip it into the powder and apply it to nail

At IMATS they were selling them a box of (6) 1.8g/.06oz containers for $30.00 or 2 boxes of 6 containers for $50.00. I bought 2 boxes (I got a discount because I purchased them at IMATS). One boxes is called Ebony  http://www.milazzobeauty.com/product/ebony-collection which is more dark colors, blue, green,black. The second box I purchased is called Blushing Bronze,  http://www.milazzobeauty.com/product/blushing-bronze these are more pink and brown colors. I also bought the clear lip gloss http://www.milazzobeauty.com/product/clear-lip-gloss .  The dark colors I figured I would use on my eyes as shadows and eyeliners. The pink colors I will use more for lipstick and blush.

Here are the Pros and Cons:
Pros
Multiple uses of the product
Amazing intense colors
All natural
Non allergenic

Cons
Can get messy using loose powder
Comes off easily, staying power is not good at all when apply directly to skin
Time consuming
Expensive

Would I recommend this product?
Not if you are the kind of person who likes to get ready one, two, three. Or can't be bother with mixing and messes. The average person would find this product to be a nuance.

On the other hand, if you like working off a palette, mixing and creating different colors you might like experimenting with this product.

I'm a little upset with how easily the powder comes off. Especially when you consider the price of the product.

Although, I'm still having fun with the product and I know I will get the most use out of it using it as a lipstick, blush, and color eyeliner.

My recommendation if you are interested in getting Naked cosmetics loose powder is buy only a few containers, not 12 like I did. Buy the colors you know you can work into your everyday routine. Then get one color that is dramatic, for when you feel like spicing things up.

Here is the link to the Naked cosmetics website http://www.nakedcosmetics.net/. Note: when you click the link and click products you will most likely be brought to this website http://www.milazzobeauty.com/ . They state "We are a premiere wholesale distributor of Naked Cosmetics and other Professional Beauty Products. "

Thank you for reading and I hope you find this information helpful. Bye everyone.