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Friday, November 19, 2010
Nails Of The Day (NOTD) - Sinful Kisses RUBY RUBY
Classic Blue Based Red
I love it!
Is it jelly or a cream?
Can it be both?
I don't know!
Base NK Ridge Filler
4x Sinful Colors RUBY RUBY
1x NK Fast Dry Top Coat
I can still see VNL (Visible Nail Line) even after 4 coats.
Oh well!
Do you like Red Nail Polish?
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Throwback Nails Of The Day (NOTD) - Sally Hansen BROWNSTONE CREME
I love neutrals!
This borders on "Mannequin Hands" for me.
It's so unique, it's almost "UGLY". I still like it.
1x Base NK Ridge Filler
3x Sally Hansen BROWNSTONE CREME
1x NK Fast Dry Top Coat
(All photos taken in indirect sunlight with flash unless otherwise noted)
I thought I was going to have to shop for this color.
Lo' and behold, I found it in my stash of oldies but goodies!
Do you have anything like this in your stash?
Indirect Sunlight No Flash
Monday, November 8, 2010
MAC 217 Brush - What's All the Hype?
I am a bargain shopper by nature. Even if I may have the money to buy a high end item, there is a checklist of prerequisites that must be met before I invest in it. That having been said, I did my due diligence researching the 217 brush. After careful consideration, I added it to my arsenal of brushes.
Website Promises
"For shading or blending of colour or creamy products. This brush has fine, densely packed fibers that are arranged in an oval shape. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. They feature wood handles and nickel-plated brass ferrules."
I love this brush. I can achieve the same blending by using four other less expensive brushes.
However, I can complete an entire look using just this one brush. This saves me a lot of time.
That alone makes it worth the investment. I have been using it for a month.
Here's the breakdown
PROS
Shedding is minimal.
Washes well.
Can be used with creams and powders.
Light weight handle.
CONS
Stains, but one can educate one's self on the proper cleaning of this type of brush. A cleanse off oil may remove stains.
Price $22.50 OUCH!
If you invest in no other expensive eyeshadow brush, this is the one you MUST HAVE in your tool kit.
Do you own this brush? Is it on your Wish List?
Website Promises
"For shading or blending of colour or creamy products. This brush has fine, densely packed fibers that are arranged in an oval shape. M·A·C professional brushes are hand-sculpted and assembled using the finest quality materials. They feature wood handles and nickel-plated brass ferrules."
I love this brush. I can achieve the same blending by using four other less expensive brushes.
However, I can complete an entire look using just this one brush. This saves me a lot of time.
That alone makes it worth the investment. I have been using it for a month.
Here's the breakdown
PROS
Shedding is minimal.
Washes well.
Can be used with creams and powders.
Light weight handle.
CONS
Stains, but one can educate one's self on the proper cleaning of this type of brush. A cleanse off oil may remove stains.
Price $22.50 OUCH!
If you invest in no other expensive eyeshadow brush, this is the one you MUST HAVE in your tool kit.
Do you own this brush? Is it on your Wish List?
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To date, I am NOT compensated for my use/review of products. I buy 99% of the products that I use. If I ever receive anything as a gift, I will state it in that specific post. I am NOT affilated with any fashion, cosmetics or hair company. I offer my sincere, unbiased opinion on how the products work for me. No warranties, expressed or implied are intended. Please use discretion in selecting products and suggestions at your own risk. I am not a professional. Unfavorable reviews are not malcious, nor are they intended to harm any company. Reviews are my own opinon. Information posted on this blog is for educational purposes.