Friday, 9 April 2021
March Favourites
Tuesday, 23 March 2021
Revolution Neon Nail Polish
My two year old likes to play with my nail polish. I guess a box full of little colourful bottles looks exciting to her. She actually helps me pick a shade from time to time, other times she just rummages around, naming colours (red, pink etc, not like 'bewitching coral' or ballet slippers'.. not yet anyway.)
But one day the inevitable happened; one of those brightly coloured glass bottles fell to it's death. I was less bothered about the pink stain on the floor than the fact that this was a polish I couldn't replace. Models Own polishes haven't been in circulation for a couple of years now and they were my go-to when it came to Summer brights.
Saturday, 20 March 2021
February Favourites
Yes, we are well into March and I'm only just posting about my February favourites! It has been very hectic with a lot of changes, but better late than never, hey?
I've still got the Valentine's decorations in the window, after some very good news we had good reason to string out the celebration a bit! ...and yes, we had Valentine's decorations, I am going all out with every type of holiday this year, it's what we need after 2020; I've always been the type that will use any excuse to have a party.
With another month before the salons open I'm still sorting out my brows myself so I thought I'd try out a different brow pencil. I have to admit, the Tattoo Brow Semi Permanent 36HR Eyebrow Pencil is... ok. It's nothing to write home about. It does stay put all day, I'll give it that. It's really soft which makes it hard to get a precise point to the tip and I have sharped it loads already so I'm just hoping it holds out til I can get a professional shape and tint sorted.
A couple of people had recommended Maybelline's Superstay 24hour foundation but that wasn't available, so assuming it had just changed slightly I grabbed the Superstay 30 hour Foundation. It really has amazing staying power, I don't know about 30 hours, I haven't needed my make-up to last that long since my London days. I did find it pretty drying in places and it needed a bit of work with a damp beauty blender to look alright on my skin. I actually picked up a shade that was slightly too dark (no testers- Covid problems!) I'm going to give it another go in the summer when my skin should be a little more hydrated and is slightly less pale! Maybe adding a drop of liquid highlighter might help too. I won't give up on it just yet.
On a more positive note I repurchased the Eraser for the 500th time as it is so so good for a high street concealer and really great value. It's really helped me look brighter and more alive while I've not been feeling (or looking!) 100%. They now have a lot more shades available and I went into more detail on the Maybelline Age Rewind Eraser a little while back.
Monday, 22 February 2021
Essie Treat Love and Color
What if I told you they’re not just making your nails look pretty, they’re looking after your nails too?
Their new Treat, Love and Color range is here to give your nails the TLC they need. Essie claim to treat damage in just 3 days while keeping them looking presentable too. The nourishing and strengthening formula is infused with calcium and camellia extract and promises 60% less peeling and 35% less breakage. This will leave dry, brittle nails feeling stronger and more nourished than ever before.
I was sent a couple of their shades to try out for myself.
To further nourish your nails, apply Apricot nail and cuticle oil to the cuticle bed to leave cuticles feeling soft and supple. We’ve all been washing our hands more and applying hand sanitiser like it was going out of fashion so our hands need a bit of a treat. This little baby conditions nails and hydrates cuticles, helping to combat any dryness. The 97% natural formula with apricot kernel oil and jojoba oil, intensely conditions nails and hydrates which leaves your nails feeling so soft. It’s absorbed quickly so you’re not left feeling greasy at all and your nails are in great shape for your manicure.
A little goes a long way, I can do one hand without having to dip the brush back in the bottle. I have this on my desk and apply a couple of times a week, especially after using nail polish remover which can really dry the cuticles. I’m really impressed with it, I like this a lot.
I think I'll have to pick up a couple more shades, I have my eye on a pretty coral for Summertime!
Sunday, 14 February 2021
Valentine's Day Nails and me
Listen, I love Valentine's Day. There, I said it.
On the average year it's beneficial to throw a little extra love around but during a pandemic especially, it's good to show the person you love that you appreciate them. MAN, this past year has been tough, like really tough! Sam has helped me through so much and together we've kept our heads up during one of the toughest challenges of our lives. You wouldn't believe the stuff we've (figuratively) had thrown at us this year!
First is a little mixture of red and pink from Essie. I used Be Cherry! on my index and little fingers (such a gorgeous red and fabulous formula!) and Lovie Dovie on my ring finger. I always like to add some sparkle to the occasion so popped on some gold glitter with the help of Barry M. A couple of kisses with a nail art brush and we're good to go.