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Faces Canada Nail Enamel Pastel Moov Review, NOTD

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Faces Canada Nail Enamel 43 Pastel Moov Review, NOTD

What the Company claims: High shine nail enamel. Faces Nail Enamel is a long lasting and chip resistant nail polish. It comes in a high shine finish formula that applies smoothly and lasts longer. Trendy colors brighten up your mood and keep up with the fashion mania. Flat brush delivers shiny smooth color for a streak free professional finish.

MRP: Rs. 199/- for 9ml

Available in 25 shades plus 20 new shades

The other 20 new shades introduced are :

  • Grey Matter
  • Love Thy Pink  
  • Chili Red
  • Shimmer Blue
  • Tinted Red
  • Frosty Ice Blue
  • Kermit Green
  • Piggy Pink
  • Sparkling Cracker
  • Valentine
  • Tangerine
  • Coral Pink
  • Salmon Fishing
  • Pastel Moov
  • Fuchsia Purple
  • Romance
  • Fashionista
  • Sunkissed Sand
  • Emerald Dazzle
  • Barbie Pink

This is a part of the new shades launched recently..though they have kept the price same at Rs. 199/- and reduced the qty from 12ml to 9ml..I am not sure if its only for the new shades..coz the old shades are still available online as 12ml.

What they claim is all true..this is indeed shiny,long lasting, chip resistant and has an easy to use flat brush..And I love that these are available in so many colors..

Pastel Moov is a nude mauve shade..one of those elegant nude shades which would not blend in with your hands or make them look dull..but still look classy and understated..this one is perfect for your work and formal wear..

Pros:

1. Does what it claims.
2. Dries soon..and goes smooth and not streaky, the flat brush makes it all the more easy.
3. Stays for a good whole week without chipping.
4. Available in many different shades.
5. The shade Pastel Moov is one of those ‘perfect for work’ shades !

Cons:

1. These are not DBP, Toluene and Formaldehyde free.
2. They reduced the qty by 3ml in the new shades keeping the price same.
3. Faces is not available everywhere easily.

Overall I do like the shade..but buying 7ml at Rs. 99/- is what I would prefer coz I keep trying different colors..and would not finish up 12ml or 9ml of one particular shade..I love Pastel Moov when I am in the mood of a nudish shade..if you searching for a nail paint for your work or are not much into brights, then do check this out..

Rating:

Quality: 3.75/5
Value for money: 3.5/5
Availability: 3.5/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again : Yes..but the 7ml ones

Have you tried Faces Nail Enamels ? Your favorite ?

P.S: PR Sample. Honest Review

piCture pOlish Blog Fest 2012

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piCture pOlish Blog Fest 2012- Attitude, Demeter Swatches


Remember the piCture pOlish Blog Fest 2011..I had swatched Coral Reef..see here

I have even named a piCture pOlish nail paint..’Jealousy’..see here

Today I am swatching Attitude and Demeter..their two new shades from the Collaboration Collection..

MRP: 11.50$ for 11ml each

Attitude is new and very special as it is from their new ‘Collaboration Collection’ and was jointly created by Kim from Overall Beauty (their USA Network member). And is exclusive to piCture pOlish on-line and Overall Beauty!! It’s a holographic!

They describe it as ‘perfectly purple subtle scattered holo’. Attitude is a bluish purple with multi reflects.

Demeter is also new and very special as it is from their new ‘Collaboration Collection’ and was jointly created by Katie from Harlow & Co (their Canadian Network member). And is exclusive to piCture pOlish on-line and Harlow & Co!! It’s a holographic!

Demeter is a Chocolate brown holo with more of gold reflects

They have QR labels (on each shade) consumers can scan the label and it will take them straight to piCture pOlish on-line or a Network member (depending where the shade was purchased)!!

Both stay easily for 4-5 days without chipping, have perfect consistency and  the reflects do not feel gritty..plus they are quick drying too..

I like both especially Demeter..

I love all piCture pOlish nail paints I have tried uptill now..

Which did you like ??

Bootie Babe Nail Polish Review, Swatches

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Bootie Babe Nail Polish Blue Baboo, Bossy Mossy Review, Swatches

ABOUT BOOTIE BABE

Bootie Babe® is a new beauty and fashion brand developed by SuperBooty LLC.

In Oct of 2011 the company is proudly launching its first collection, a line of nail polish featuring cute and collectible bootie shaped bottles.

SuperBooty President and CEO Mark O’Hara wanted to create a humorous, bold and truely unique beauty product that would literally “stand out” from the competition.

O’Hara’s creative and business interests go beyond nail polish.
He states “My goal is to develop the Bootie Babe brand and manufacture a variety of products including cosmetics, apparel, accessories, gifts and jewelry.

SuperBooty LLC understands the need to market cosmetics that are safe, free of toxic ingredients and developed using cruelty-free testing procedures.

Bootie Babe lacquer formulations are developed specifically to be “California Safe”,  and do not include chemicals such as formaldehyde, toulene, and dibutyl-pthalate.

These mini booties cost 4$ each and the shipping is 6$ for upto 3 bottles..and increases..accordingly..so you can get 3 bottles at 18$ which is very decent enough..and the quantity in each is also 9ml which is pretty good..

First of all, is’nt the packaging super fun..my mom and granny were a little amazed though 😀 And anyone at first would be seeing a nail polish bottle of a bootie shape..

I love the cute packaging and the brush is nice too..only the formula is a too thick..and after one coat..it kind of goes gooey at times..and takes a lott of time to dry too..

I love the Blue Baboo shade..a pastel kind an egg blue..its quite flattering..and the formula of this is somehow better too..

Where as the Bossy Mossy is a moss green with a neon tinge..though I liked the shade at first..but the formula of this was kinda thicker..and then when I removed it..it stained my nails a greenish yellow !! And the stain just did not go..I so hated that..it stayed for a month or so..

See how it has smeared a little coz did not dry and even chipped a little on the index finger..

I loved the shade Blue Baboo and definitely recommend that..check out more shades here

Which did you like ??

P.S: PR Samples. Honest Review

China Glaze Introduces Radiant Luster Chromes with NEW BOHEMIAN

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China Glaze Introduces Radiant Luster Chromes with NEW BOHEMIAN

“NOT ALL THOSE WHO WANDER ARE LOST.”

~J.R.R. Tolkein

China Glaze® Introduces Six Radiant Luster Chromes for Fall 2012

Say the word “Bohemian” and most people automatically think bell-bottoms and fringed vests. Today’s Bohemian look is refined, feminine and carefree, epitomized by fashion icon Nicole Richie’s modern Bohemian look. China Glaze® gives the free-spirited look a fresh, trendy spin with its latest specialty collection, New Bohemian. China Glaze® New Bohemian will leave you mesmerized as the color shifts and moves across the nail, traveling with the light. The chrome-like finish radiates with high shine and intense color, captivating your senses with every twist and turn.

Push the boundaries of color and fashion with the unconventional collection of six lustrous shades including:

· Unpredictable – Multidimensional gorgeous green

· Rare & Radiant – Extraordinarily rich gold

· Swanky Silk – Brilliant beige with peach undertones

· No Plain Jane – Lavish lavender-pink

· Want My Bawdy – Sexy sapphire blue

· Deviantly Daring – Adventurously bold peacock teal

The China Glaze® New Bohemian collection will be available at fine salons and beauty supply stores nationwide in August 2012. Individual polishes retail for $6.99 MSRP.

China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde. China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Twitter (@ChinaGlazeOfficial) and Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/ChinaGlaze). China Glaze is a division of American International Industries.

About American International Industries

For nearly 40 years, AII has been the leading manufacturer and worldwide distributor of innovative, quality beauty and skin care products for men and women. Our product lines include Ardell, Andrea, Body Drench, Bye Bye Blemish, Checi, China Glaze, Clean + Easy, Clubman/Pinaud, Duo, European Secrets, EzFlow, Fright Night, Gena, GiGi, Gypsy Lash, IBD, Jeris-Lustray, Nail Tek, No Tweeze/Micro Tweeze, ‘N Rage, Prolinc, RAW, Seche, SuperNail, Surgi-Care, Waterworks, Winning Nails, Woltra, Woody’s, and Youthair. For more information, visit our website: www.aiibeauty.com

Maybelline New York introduces 13 new shades of Express Finish Nail Enamel

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Hottest hues in Nail paints

Maybelline New York introduces 13 new shades of EXPRESS FINISH Nail Enamel

Express Finish from Maybelline New York gets hotter and bolder like never before. The star nail color from Maybelline New York has introduced 13 stunning new shades! Express Finish Nail Color goes from wet to set in just 40 seconds flat! With 27 irresistible shades, your nails can now mirror your every mood.

Fun, flirty, vivacious…the new shades of Maybelline New York Express Finish nail colors has shades to please every palette. From turquoise to violet, fuschia to purple, mauve to khaki green, the new shades can transform your look from day to night, fun to funky and classic to daring.

Express Finish is the perfect nail color for today’s girl-on-the go! Its 40 second dry formula ensures that you can change your nail color as often as you like! Express Finish Nail Enamel not only empowers you to be trendy but it also furnishes instantaneous strength. Exclusive Control-flow™ brush dispenses the exact amount of color for a smooth, even application that resists chipping and peeling.

Result:

1. One coat sets in 40 seconds
2. Exclusive Control-flow™ brush for color that goes on smoothly and evenly without any bubbles
3. Advanced Wear® anti-chip color gives tips a fresh, vivid look

New Shades: 13 shades [ Turquoise lagoon, Exotic violet, Fuschia fun, Pearly fuschia, Chrome purple, Deep violet, Acid Plum, So natural, Onyx Black, Silver speed, Khaki green, Mauve diamonds and Turquoise green]

Old shades- 14 Shades [Vintage Mauve, Beige Eclat, Chocolate Frost, Red Seduction, White Cloud, Base Brillante, Pastel Nacre, Cherry, Red Flash, Fuchsia 84, Sweet Rose, Violet Doux, Pearly Pink, Fuchisa Diamonds]

Available: All MNY counters across the country

MRP: Rs 200/-

Maybelline New York is the number 1 cosmetic brand in the world, available in over 129 countries. Offering hundreds of products worldwide, Maybelline New York combines technologically advanced formulations with on-trend expertise to create accessible cosmetics with a spirited style. For more information, log on to www.maybelline.co.in or find us on www.facebook.com/sensationalmaybelline

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Viviana Be Gorgeous Hamper

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Viviana Be Gorgeous HamperMost of you might be knowing about the Viviana India ‘Be Gorgeous’ Contest on Facebook..if not, go here

Well I won this contest last week..and I got this hamper.. 😀

It has Viviana Pressed Powder in Tusk, Viviana Matte Lipstick in Nouveau Sleek and Viviana French Manicure Polishes..i.e Snow White, Glassy Gems and Luxe Lass.

The app works sometimes and does not work at times..dunno the reason why..but do try..it might work for you..and even you might get lucky 😉

You want me to review anything first ? Do let me know..

Avon Nailwear Pro Nail Enamel Urban Jungle- Review, NOTD

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Avon Nailwear Pro Nail Enamel Urban Jungle- Review, NOTDWhat the Company claims: Intense Brights
Salon-Quality, high shine formula lasts upto 10 days. Fortified with acrylic. Precision flat brush.

Avon Nailwear Pro Nail Enamel in Urban Jungle, is a gorgeous, statement-making green. Plus, the long-lasting formula ensures fewer touch-ups, and creamy application is a dream to work with.

MRP: Rs. 149/- for 8ml (Rs. 99/- in this month’s catalog)

They come in some 24-25 shades..recently 5 new shades have been added in the ‘Urban Jungle’ collection…this being one of them..

Four other shades are Animal Instinct, Stalk the Sidewalk, Wine Wilderness, Concrete Safari

Urban Jungle is a deep forest green shade..I love such deep bright shades..the kind that makes hand look pretty (cheat code :p)

The brush is nice and easy to work with..one coat gave a deep enough color..and 2 coats made it perfect..the consistency is nice..not too thick nor too thin..

Please excuse the messy application..the nails are to be buffed

It stayed on for a week without much chipping..just the tips faded a little..I quite like the staying power..it gives a glossy finish.

Pros:

1. A deep forest pretty green shade..if you like deep greens, you should get this one.
2. Perfect consistency.
3. Brush is easy to work with.
4. Does not chip for a week.
5. 24-25 shades to choose from.
6. Economical..its also available at a lesser price on deals..
7. 2 coats give a perfect glossy, opaque finish.

Cons:

1. Takes time to dry.
2. Available only through Avon representative..

Overall I did like Avon Nailwear Pro Enamel..and I am surely getting more shades..I loved this Urban Jungle..its a nice deep forest green.

Rating:

Quality: 4/5
Value for money: 4/5
Availability: 3/5

Overall Rating: 3.5/5

Would I buy it again: Yes

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

You like deep green nail enamels ?? Have you tried Avon Pro Nail Enamel ?

Essie Nail Polish Fiji, Mint Candy Apple- Review, NOTD

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Essie Nail Polish in Fiji and Mint Candy Apple

Guest Post by Sophia

When you’re choosing an outfit, you think about choosing the right shoes, jewellery or handbag but even more so lately having the right nail polish colour is essential! Now I have a number of different nail polishes from a variety of brands, but there are still some which I have yet to add to my collection and up until recently it was Essie nail polish.

About the product: Go girly and get glam with Essie Nail Polish – Fiji. It’s a lightweight polish with high-powered shine that not only strengthens nails, but imparts long-lasting, intense color.

MRP: £7.99  for .5 fl oz

Key Ingredients: Nitrocellulose strengthens nails while providing flawless texture. Mica adds a gentle shine to finished nails.

How to use it: Apply one to two coats of polish to dry, clean nails. Follow with a top coat for longer wear.

L-R: Mint Candy Apple, Fiji

Full Ingredients: Ethyl Acetate, Butyl Acetate, Nitrocellulose, Propyl Acetate, Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin, Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetyl Tributyl Citrate, Tripheneyl Phosphate, Trimethyl Pentanyl Diisobutyrate, Ethyl Tosylamide, Stearalkonium Bentonite, Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer, Diacetone Alcohol, Camphor, Polyvinyl Butyral, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Benzophene-1, Citric Acid, Dimethicone, Silica, Trimethylsiloxysilicate

May Contain: CI 47005:1 (D&C Yellow #10), CI 47000 (D&C Yellow #11), CI 77163 (Bismuth Oxychloride), Mica CAS 12001-26-2, CI 19140 (Yellow 5 Lake), Polyethylene Terephthalate, CI 15850:1 (Red 7 Lake), CI 15850 (Red 6 Lake), CI 77891 (Titanium Dioxide), CI 15880 (Red 34 Lake), CI 77491 (Red Iron), CI 77499 (Black Iron), CI 77510 (Ferric Ammonium Ferrocycyanide), CI 75170 (Guanine), CI 42090 (Blue 1 Lake), CI 60725 (Violet 2), CI 17200 (Red 33), CI 77000 (Aluminum Powder), CI 73360 (Red 30), CI 26100 (Red 17), CI 42053 (Green 3), CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Green), CI 77007 (Ultramarines), CI 77266 (Black 2), Dibenzoxazoyl, Naphtalene

Fiji, Mint Candy Apple

I picked up ‘Mint Candy Apple’(I’m just crazy about mint colours) and ‘Fiji’(for a more neutral tone).  ‘Mint Candy Apple’ is a fresh, mint green with a slight bluish hue. It is a little reminiscent of candy in some ways because of its pastel shade so the name is quite fitting. ‘Fiji’ is a very pale pink, verging on white which although looks simple it elongates the nails, making the hand slimmer and longer.

First of all I really like the packaging! I love the neat cube like bottles, with Essie embossed on 2 opposite sides of glass. It’s has a delicate ‘e’ groove on top of the lid too.

The nail lacquer is of a medium consistency, not too thick and not too runny which is ideal in my opinion! The application is really smooth and the brush is wide enough to cover the surface area of the nail in a few strokes. The colour is quite sheer after the first coat, but a second coat really finishes it off and by then it’s perfectly opaque. The polish is quite long lasting and I found it stayed put on my nails for at least a week before I noticed any signs of chipping.

Essie nail polish is slightly pricier than drugstore favourites such as Rimmel or Barry M, at around £7.99 but I certainly think they’re worth the money! There’s a gorgeous selection of colours to choose from, bold shades, pastels, glitters and more – it’s hard not to buy them all!

Love Sophia xo

Sophia writes for Beauty In My Mind – Cosmetics Reviews offering the latest cosmetics reviews and skin care reviews, fashion tips, food recipes and more!

Editor’s Note: I am loving both Sophia…such pretty shades..and Mint Candy Apple is so summery and fresh..

Have you ever tried Essie nail polishes? What’s your favourite shade?

Illamasqua Stance Nail Varnish- NOTD

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Illamasqua Stance Nail Varnish- NOTD

Illamasqua Stance Nail Varnish is a part of the Illamasqua SS12 Human Fundamentalism Collection. Another shade part of this collection is Nomad which is a bright jade green..

What the Company claims: Leave your mark with bold, rich, vibrant colours. Hardwearing and chip-resistant with individual finishes from matt to high gloss. Apply two coats for intensity and use with Illamasqua Nail Base Coat and Illamasqua Nail Top Coat for the perfect finish. Talk with your hands and make a statement.

Tips
For application, try the 3 line technique: First wipe off the brush at the bottleneck of the nail
varnish bottle; the brush must be covered evenly with product and must not drip. The first line of nail varnish is applied in the middle of the nail, from the cuticle to the nail top, in a long, soft line. The second line goes on one side of the nail and the third line on the other side. This guarantees even distribution of the shade. Additional layers may be applied to suit coverage desired.

MRP: £13.50/15ml (price per 10ml £9.00)

I have already reviewed Illamasqua Nail Varnishes..check out the review here

Stance gives an opaque finish in 2 coats..and is glossy enough..you can add a top coat if you wish too. Goes on smooth and does not chip for a week ! But takes a lot of time to dry 🙁 I always mess up.. :/ I have cut my nails short..

Stance is described as fuchsia violet with a glossy finish.. Its a deep magenta shade..it appears more deep violet in person..and more fuchsia in pictures…it is one of those shades which make hands look pretty ! It has a hint of neon..and the bright hue just grabs the attention…totally loving it !

Check out the shade Taint here and Faux Pas here

Did you like Stance ??

P.S: Product sent by brand for review but it has not affected my opinion.

Heat Up Your Summer with the China Glaze(r) Summer Collection

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Heat Up Your Summer with the China Glaze(r) Summer Collection

The sun has nothing on you this summer! Rival its brightness and heat with China Glaze® Summer 2012 collection, Summer Neons. Featuring 12 new sizzling shades perfect for surf, sand and nightlife, the all new hot hues in China Glaze® Summer Neons include:

· Pink Plumeria: Light pink with gold shimmer

· Under the Boardwalk: Fluorescent raspberry

· Splish Splash: Bright sky blue shimmer

· Love’s A Beach: Sizzling hot pink

· Hang-Ten Toes: Bubblegum neon with iridescent purple shimmer

· Beach Cruise-r: Glimmering fuchsia grape

· Orange You Hot?: Bright orange with attention-grabbing gold glimmer

· Surfin’ For Boys: Glistening bright coral

· Flirty Tankini: Shimmery strawberry smoothie pink

· Ride the Waves: Dark ocean blue

· I’m With the Lifeguard: Glimmering lime green

· Sun-Kissed: Hot highlighter yellow

Also available 8-piece box collection featuring Under The Boardwalk, Ride The Waves, I’m With The Lifeguard, Sun-Kissed, Orange You Hot?, Surfin’ For Boys, Flirty Tankini and Pink Plumeria.

China Glaze® Summer Neons will be available as open stock colors and 12-piece counter display. Individual polishes retail for $7 MSRP and the 8-piece box set retails for $56. China Glaze® Summer Neons will be available at fine salons and beauty supply stores nationwide in June 2012.

China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde. China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: www.chinaglaze.com.

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Follow CG on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ChinaGlaze

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Are’nt those hot pinks, yellow and orange looking so summery, fresh and awesome..drooling !!

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