Mac Paint in Chartreau (available at CCO) $16.50
Mac Paint Pot in Indianwood (available at Mac stores & CCO) $16.50
Mac Paint in Blackground (available at CCO) $16.50
I was trying to hold the bottle and show the polish the way I see so many of you do on the polish sites but it just doesn't work when you have nails which is why these shots look so awkward.
Brand: Brucci (purchased at some drugstore in Manhattan)
Color: Mono Blue
Price: $1.69
If you watched my Acrylic Nail Care video you heard me mention a few products that I use to keep my nails in tact.
Before I get to that let me explain again that my nails are all natural underneath, I have an acrylic overlay so that is why I do not consider them to be fake. If you want to see the difference between a sculpted nail and a nail that is natural underneath then please watch the video. I have had my nails this long and longer for over 20 years. There are few things that I cannot do. I type all day, I work on cars with my husband and even though I choose to not to house chores I can. I simply wear gloves to protect my hands and nails.
I get my nails filled every 3-4 weeks. 2 weeks is ideal but I pay far too much already and can't afford what it would cost to get them filled that often. The good thing is that with proper care and simply being careful I do not get many lifts and the out growth line does not bother me.
If you have any other questions that have not already been answered here or in my video then please leave a comment and I will do my best to respond.
I'm posting these pictures because I got so many comments about this polish on my channel and about other polishes that I'm thinking of posting a NOTM (nail of the month) every time I get them done with the new color and where it's available for those interested, this way I don't have to answer a bunch of comments with the same response either.
This is Dream polish by Savina that I wore in a bunch of videos that were posted at the end of Feb. thru the beginning of March. So far I have only found this brand of polish at Nordstrom Rack. I had just had then done about an hour before.
Before
After
The Dream polish was very bizarre. No where on the bottle did it say that it was light sensitive but it definitely changed according to if I was indoors or out just like it did with and without the flash.
And now on to the nail care products.
First and foremost I use Solar Oil by Creative. This stuff is amazing and really does make a difference if you have issues with lifting or pulling away especially during the Winter months. It comes in 3 different sizes and runs anywhere from $7.50-$15 I believe. I have 2 of the 3 sizes an pretty much carry it with me in addition to having it at home and in the car or my desk at work. Simply apply this to your cuticles and underneath your nails at least once a day or ideally after every time you wash your hands and it will help the acrylic adhere to your nails/nail bed and will help prevent the lifting and pulling away. I've tested it out and it really does make a HUGE difference and it takes only seconds so there really is no reason not to use it if you have acrylic nails or overlays
Solar OilWHAT IT DOES:
Jojoba Oil carries Vitamin E deeply into skin to help reduce visible signs of aging. Naturally light oils keep skin soft and supple. Keeps natural nails, nail color and nail enhancements tough and flexible. Repeated use drives oils deeper into natural nail.
WHY YOU NEED IT:
Super-penetrating formula conditions skin and nails."
There is also a product called Solar Balm which I have not used simply because the oil is easier for me for obvious reasons.
Cuticle Eraser
(click image to see tutorial)
That was what hubby called this look. Originally he actually called it Envy as in green with but it seemed a little odd to me to post a video with a one word title like that so we changed it - we meaning I asked him to think of something else. If you watched my Tequila Sunrise tutorial you know that I ask my husband to pretty much name all my looks because I never come up with anything creative and he is an artist so it makes perfect sense. :)
About 2 weeks ago we had the first meeting of Shopaholics Anonymous with WhatsCookinGoodLookin. And if you saw that video then you know that once again I got some bright new colors and since last week was St. Patrick's Day I decided to wear green 3 out of 5 work days. Due to time constraints I only recorded one of the three looks but stay tuned as I do plan on posting pictures of the look with products used in case anyone is interested. You can click the images above or below if you are interested in seeing a tutorial for this look or just click here.
(click image to see tutorial)
Products used*:
Eyes:
UDPP
Aquadisiac
Newly Minted
Fig 1.
Vellum
Teal pigment
Blinc Liquid Liner
Blink Lash Primer
MUFE Smokey Eye & Cover Girl Lash Blast
Blinc KissMe mascara for bottom lashes
Brushes:
239
217
224
Stila #5
Elf Blending Brush
Craftstore flat brush (looks like flat liner brush)
Thanks for reading and watching!
*As usual, all Mac unless otherwise noted
If you prefer video reviews then click here to see the review instead of reading, although I must say that this post will have more info since YT has a time limit on how long I can ramble.
If you follow my reviews you know that I really do like the KissMe Blinc products. So far I have tried 3 and really love them all. Last week I raved about how the mascara and liner held up to the steam during my facial and in January I gave my opinions on 3 popular tube mascaras with Blinc's coming out on top. So far their products really do live up to their promise and are worth every penny. If I could make any suggestions, over all it would be to knock the prices down a bit so that they are more affordable, especially in this economy but that's about it really.
According to Blinc's site this is what they have to say about their lash primer:
"Your lashes are exposed to the same environmental stresses as the rest of your body. Additional demands like continuous mascara application, curling, pulling and rubbing can lead to fewer and thinner lashes. Lash treatment is something that is often overlooked, yet your lashes play such an important role in how you look.
blinc Lash Primer was developed with two objectives in mind, lash/eyebrow treatment and eyelash enhancement. Whether your lashes are tiny and require a larger base to work with, in need of conditioning or you are simply looking for incredible volume & length, blinc Lash Primer delivers. Developed by blinc to complement Kiss Me mascara, it provides a greater base of volume & length for your lashes, prior to applying your mascara.
blinc Lash Primer is dye-free and does not contain any fumes or fragrances that will sting or irritate your eyes. Its anti-inflammatory and healing agents sooth and enhance the strength of your lashes/eyebrows while increasing their resistance to breakage. blinc Lash Primer is also enriched with Vitamin E which nourish by replenishing and augmenting the level of Vitamin B5 in your lashes/eyebrows. Together, your lashes/eyebrows are protected from damage caused by over-heating and/or over-drying, free radicals caused by the natural body process and environmental stresses like ultra-violet light.
blinc Lash Primer imparts long lasting moisturization, which conditions your lashes/eyebrows without any build up. But that is not all...an additional benefit is included in the formulation that allows the ingredients to build up a greater base of volume and length as additional coats are applied, allowing even people with hardly any lashes to notice an enormous difference. Best of all, blinc Lash Primer does not require any eye makeup remover...just lots of water and gentle pressure to remove."
Well, I pretty much agree with everything except the length part (watch review for more info on that since I think I explain it better visually that in writing). I have used many primers in my time (I told you, I'm a product junkie) and Blinc's is by far the best! It's colorless so you don't have to worry about covering the white stuff like on other primers. There are no fibers which is why it doesn't lengthen but with the right mascara you won't need to worry about that. And if you've tried their KissMe Blinc mascara then you know that it gives a lot of length so the combo together is awesome, but not everyone wants a waterproof mascara all the time and truth be told as much as I love the mascara not everyone is a fan. I think tube mascara is like exotic food, its an acquired taste. But no worries because the primer goes with any mascara. I've tried it with over half a dozen different mascaras and it complimented each one wonderfully. Now don't get me wrong, this product definitely coats your lashes and adds volume and really does condition them, it even helps smooth out some clumpy mascaras but it is NOT a miracle worker. If you have a crappy mascara don't expect the Blinc primer to miraculously change that.
As stated in the instructions,
1. Before mascara is applied, apply a coat of blinc Lash Primer and let it set for 30 seconds.
2. Apply another coat and let it set for another 30 seconds.
3. Repeat process until desired lash volume, length and separation is achieved, always letting it set 30 seconds in between coats.
I love that you can apply as much as you want and there is no clumping because I don't know about you but when I use the fiber kind of primer, after a while I end up with clumpy white lashes that might be really long but I only have a few since they all get stuck together. That doesn't happen with this primer. And it feels really good on your lashes. I know that sounds strange but if you've ever worn a bad mascara then you know the bad feeling it can give your lashes. This is the exact opposite. I swear to you my lashes look so much healthier on their own after using the Blinc primer for the past 2 months. And I lose less lashes.
I'll admit to rubbing my eyes when they itch and I sleep with an eye mask which is good for you in its own rite but it also rubs against your eyes/lashes during sleep as you toss and turn. There were plenty of mornings that I'd wake up and my husband would rub an eye lash off my cheek because I had lost a few at night. well that hasn't happened in ages. Who knew that a primer could do that. I didn't. I use a primer to get better looking lashes but if its going to help the overall lash health then all the more reason to use it right?
And it is totally safe for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers which is extremely important to me since I have really sensitive eyes and I wear contacts. This is definitely a 5 out of 5 in my book and I will be getting another tube when I run out of my current one.
Price rage is $15-$24
Blinc products can be found at the Blinc, Sephora, Amazon
One more thing. As part of their 10 year anniversary they are offering a promo coupon code for 10% OFF EVERYTHING on their site! Enter "10YEAR" at checkout! Exp.4/30/09
*This review as well as any others on my blog are not influenced by anyone or any company, they are strictly MY personal opinions based on trying the products myself. I do not expect everyone or anyone to agree with me. I am simply sharing information and conclusions that I have come to based on trying an individual product and I hope that somehow it helps someone else.
To me this was the ultimate test of just how waterproof these items are. Liquid liner that didn't run, mascara that didn't smudge? Its nearly unheard of but Blinc really did withstand the steam from my facial which allowed me to go to dinner afterwards with glowing skin and perfectly lined eyes and long lashes! Once I got home everything washed off as it usually does, in seconds and without irritating my sensitive eyes.
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