Skyfall is a burgundy creme that's almost a one-coater.
Swatches are with 2 coats, no top coats.
Monday, June 30, 2014
NOTD: OPI Skyfall
Today's NOTD is another selection from the Holiday 2012 OPI James Bond Collection.
Skyfall is a burgundy creme that's almost a one-coater.
Swatches are with 2 coats, no top coats.
Skyfall is a burgundy creme that's almost a one-coater.
Swatches are with 2 coats, no top coats.
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Sunday Dreaming
It's time for one of my favorite posts of the week- Sunday Dreaming! I have a distinct theme this week- items I've sampled (not in adequate quantity to review) but want to purchase in full.
1. Living Proof Restore Mask Treatment ($14-42)
I swear this hair mask is pure magic. I was devastated when I used up my two sample packets, because it allowed me to shower at night and still wear my hair down the following day. That's a net gain of about 45 minutes of sleep! It's pricey, but worth it. I was suddenly sorry that I'd cashed in my Ulta rewards to buy essentials.
2. Ojon Rare Blend Deep Conditioner ($34)
Yes, another hair treatment. I went on a bit of a "use it up" kick with hair samples and discovered a few treatments that may be worth investing in. This deep conditioner has two different substances that combine for one treatment.
3. Shiseido Refining Primer ($30)
I recently received a deluxe mini of this with a Shiseido GWP. Short and sweet, I've fallen for it and want to get the full size so I can test this long enough to talk about it!
4. Shiseido Lacquer Rouge RD311 ($25)
This was used on me recently and RD311, Rubelite, is a lovely neutral shade. It's in the same color family as my beloved Lancome Lip Lover Beige Adage.
Those are my most-coveted items of the week. What is everyone else dreaming of?
1. Living Proof Restore Mask Treatment ($14-42)
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| photo via Sephora.com |
I swear this hair mask is pure magic. I was devastated when I used up my two sample packets, because it allowed me to shower at night and still wear my hair down the following day. That's a net gain of about 45 minutes of sleep! It's pricey, but worth it. I was suddenly sorry that I'd cashed in my Ulta rewards to buy essentials.
2. Ojon Rare Blend Deep Conditioner ($34)
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| Photo via Sephora.com |
3. Shiseido Refining Primer ($30)
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| Photo via Nordstrom |
I recently received a deluxe mini of this with a Shiseido GWP. Short and sweet, I've fallen for it and want to get the full size so I can test this long enough to talk about it!
4. Shiseido Lacquer Rouge RD311 ($25)
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| Photo via Nordstrom |
This was used on me recently and RD311, Rubelite, is a lovely neutral shade. It's in the same color family as my beloved Lancome Lip Lover Beige Adage.
Those are my most-coveted items of the week. What is everyone else dreaming of?
NOTD: OPI The Spy Who Loved Me
Today's NOTD is another selection from the Holiday 2012 OPI James Bond Collection.
The Spy Who Loved Me is a cheery red metallic packed with gold glitter. Swatches are with two coats, no top coat.
The Spy Who Loved Me is a cheery red metallic packed with gold glitter. Swatches are with two coats, no top coat.
Saturday, June 28, 2014
NOTD: OPI Moonraker
Today's NOTD is a selection from the Holiday 2012 OPI James Bond Collection.
Moonraker is a beautiful blue metallic polish. It's much darker than Sky Line.
Two coats, no top coat.
Moonraker is a beautiful blue metallic polish. It's much darker than Sky Line.
Two coats, no top coat.
Friday, June 27, 2014
L'Occitane Honey Shea Hand Cream
I haven't blogged extensively about lotions in the past, but it shouldn't be a surprise that L'Occitane Shea Hand Creams are some of my favorites. For years, I've loved the unscented, traditional shea cream. Lately, I've been checking out some of the multitude of available scents.
Today, I'll be talking about the L'Occitane Honey Hand Cream ($12, 1.0oz at Nordstrom).
Honey is almost cloyingly sweet; it's overwhelming. I was surprised at the scent, to be honest. I generally love L'Occitane's products and have tried other scents in the hand creams. I also generally love honey. There's something about this particular product that isn't appealing to me, although I'm going to use it up. If honey is your favorite scent, I recommend trying this first. In terms of moisturizing, this performs just like the other products in the line.
Today, I'll be talking about the L'Occitane Honey Hand Cream ($12, 1.0oz at Nordstrom).
Honey is almost cloyingly sweet; it's overwhelming. I was surprised at the scent, to be honest. I generally love L'Occitane's products and have tried other scents in the hand creams. I also generally love honey. There's something about this particular product that isn't appealing to me, although I'm going to use it up. If honey is your favorite scent, I recommend trying this first. In terms of moisturizing, this performs just like the other products in the line.
NOTD: OPI Casino Royale
Today's NOTD is from the OPI Holiday 2012 James Bond Collection.
Casino Royale is a saturated berry creme. These swatches are with two coats, no top coat.
Casino Royale is a saturated berry creme. These swatches are with two coats, no top coat.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Formula X Smooth Nail Ridge Filler Base Coat
As you may imagine, my nails aren't in fantastic shape due to the constant polish changes. So, I rely upon great base and top coats to disguise my brittle nails. Lately, I've been loving Formula X Smooth Nail Ridge Filler.
Formula X Smooth Ridge Filler ($14, 0.4oz) is a Sephora exclusive, and one of the priciest pieces in the Formula X collection. It's still significantly cheaper than ridge fillers from other brands found at Sephora like Deborah Lippmann or Dior. It's milky white in shade.
Please don't laugh at my awful nails from several months ago. Here's a shot demonstrating how it looks on the nail:
Overall, this doesn't change the tone and you could still wear a mostly sheer polish. I'm not sure how it would work with jelly polishes, but Smooth pairs nicely with most other ranges.
Although its only advertised as a ridge filler, I find that Smooth functions well as a base coat. It prevents nail staining and is a stable base for nail polish. I find that it significantly improves the appearance and performance of my manicures. And at $14, it's a worthwhile investment, especially if you switch polishes frequently.
Formula X Smooth Ridge Filler ($14, 0.4oz) is a Sephora exclusive, and one of the priciest pieces in the Formula X collection. It's still significantly cheaper than ridge fillers from other brands found at Sephora like Deborah Lippmann or Dior. It's milky white in shade.
Please don't laugh at my awful nails from several months ago. Here's a shot demonstrating how it looks on the nail:
Overall, this doesn't change the tone and you could still wear a mostly sheer polish. I'm not sure how it would work with jelly polishes, but Smooth pairs nicely with most other ranges.
Although its only advertised as a ridge filler, I find that Smooth functions well as a base coat. It prevents nail staining and is a stable base for nail polish. I find that it significantly improves the appearance and performance of my manicures. And at $14, it's a worthwhile investment, especially if you switch polishes frequently.
NOTD: OPI Die Another Day
Today's NOTD is another selection from the Holiday 2012 OPI James Bond Collection.
This is Die Another Day, a cheery red metallic polish.
Two coats, no top coat.
This is Die Another Day, a cheery red metallic polish.
Two coats, no top coat.
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray
Today I'm going to take a moment to talk about a haircare staple I first was introduced to last spring with a Sephora perk. Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray is expensive ($28/8oz), but I've been using the same bottle for at least ten months and have probably another year's worth of hairspray in it.
Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray is described as a moderate-hold product. I love that it's lightweight, non-aerosol, and combats humidity well. It takes very little of this formula to create the desired effect. It lasts through most of the workday, and is non-sticky.
I used several 1-oz bottles prior to splurging on the full size. I'd recommend doing the same. This has been better than my prior favorite, Elnett.
You can find Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray at Sephora, Blue Mercury, or anywhere that has Bumble and Bumble products.
Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray is described as a moderate-hold product. I love that it's lightweight, non-aerosol, and combats humidity well. It takes very little of this formula to create the desired effect. It lasts through most of the workday, and is non-sticky.
I used several 1-oz bottles prior to splurging on the full size. I'd recommend doing the same. This has been better than my prior favorite, Elnett.
You can find Bumble and Bumble Thickening Hairspray at Sephora, Blue Mercury, or anywhere that has Bumble and Bumble products.
NOTD: OPI Tomorrow Never Dies
Today's NOTD is the first of a series from the Holiday 2012 OPI James Bond Collection.
Tomorrow Never Dies is a metallic blurple that almost glows.
Two coats, no top coat:
Tomorrow Never Dies is a metallic blurple that almost glows.
Two coats, no top coat:
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