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Sunday, May 19, 2013

China Glaze Textures swatches and review

1:11 PM | Posted by Kelly Ruiz | | Edit Post

Textures are the current trend and China Glaze has introduced their line of textured polish. I received these polishes from China Glaze to share with you.

These Texture polishes can add an element of dimension to your nails. Texture dries matte, but if you want a glossy finish you can add a top coat. It has a finish similar to that of a sugared rim of a luscious cocktail.

The formula was great. Two coats provided complete opacity and the polishes dried fairly quickly. The texture wasn't too rough. It didn't snag on material or in my hair. It may sound strange but it was a smooth bumpy finish.

The swatches below are with two coats of Texture. Let's jump right in!

In The Rough — light lime-green with textured grit

China Glaze Textures - In The Rough

Itty, Bitty & Gritty — melon with textured grit

China Glaze Textures - Itty, Bitty & Gritty

Of Coarse! — bright blue with textured grit

China Glaze Textures - Of Coarse!

Unrefined — bright pink with textured grit

Bump & Grind — hot pinkish-red with textured grit

China Glaze Textures - Bump & Grind

Toe-tally Textured — tangerine-orange with textured grit

China Glaze Textures - Toe-tally textured

China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde.

China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores in the U.S. For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Twitter (@ChinaGlazeOfficial) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze).

These polishes were provided to me for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

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Illamasqua Paranormal - Ouija

9:29 AM | Posted by Kelly Ruiz | | Edit Post

Transmit your acceptance of the paranormal by wearing these otherworldly Nail Varnishes. These 3 new shades and Top Coat not only offer a vivid burst of color in the normal world, but also glow under UV black light, revealing an alternative, paranormal effect unknown to the naked eye.

Omen Paranormal bright green
Ouija Paranormal bright pink
Séance Paranormal bright violet

Paranormal UV Nail Varnish (Limited Edition)

I snagged all three of these polishes. I have only had time to swatch one of them for you as Spring had sprung here. Yard work and flowers have been requiring more of my time. But it was a good test for this amazing polish. This mani survived two days of digging in the dirt and planting 50 or more flowers and eight trees.

Dotted nail art using Illamasqua Paranormal Ouija

I used two coats of Illamasqua Ouija for the base color and dotted Omen and Seance on in a scattered manner. The Seance really didn't show well though. Ouija is a phenomenal pink with amazing foil flaked shimmer.

The formula on these is amazing. Wonderful even application and a quick dry time. I didn't use the Paranormal UV top coat though.

This polish was purchased by me. All opinions are my own.

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Friday, May 17, 2013

Barielle Giveaway - Three winners!

7:33 PM | Posted by Kelly Ruiz | | Edit Post

Barielle has been oh so generous and provided some amazing prizes for you to enter to win. I use Barielle quite often for nail art and it is a wonderful brand.

"A Unique Approach to Nail Care, Hand Care And Foot Care

Over 30 years ago, Barielle introduced "Nail Strengthener Cream" as the first nail care product of its kind. Originally formulated to condition the hooves of million-dollar thoroughbred racehorses, this legendary skin care product helps nails grow healthier and stronger while resisting splits, peels and breaks. Its effectiveness launched Barielle as a nail and skin care company with unique products and approaches to treating, protecting and maintaining nails. Barielle has since evolved into one of the leading prestige nail care, hand care and foot care brands sold in the world, known for our cracked feet treatments and the best moisturizers for dry skin." - Barielle website.

Let's move on to the prizes. There will be three winners. One grand prize will will receive the following:

Summer Brights Collection
Professional Hand Cream
Total Foot Care Cream
No Chip Speed Dry
Nail Strengthening Cream and
Nail Rebuilding Protein

One winner will receive the Summer Fun Collection.

One winner will receive the Brushes of Color Collection.

And don't forget to enter the giveaway from Barielle that has 11 winners! It ends May 27.

The Giveaway will end at midnight on May 31. The giveaway is open internationally but check your countries regulations on polish. I am not responsible if the polish arrives damaged or is lost in transit.

To enter simply use the Rafflecopter widget below.

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China Glaze Textures swatches and review

Illamasqua Paranormal - Ouija

Paranormal UV Nail Varnish (Limited Edition)

Dotted nail art using Illamasqua Paranormal Ouija

I used two coats of Illamasqua Ouija for the base color and dotted Omen and Seance on in a scattered manner. The Seance really didn't show well though. Ouija is a phenomenal pink with amazing foil flaked shimmer.

The formula on these is amazing. Wonderful even application and a quick dry time. I didn't use the Paranormal UV top coat though.

This polish was purchased by me. All opinions are my own.

Barielle Giveaway - Three winners!

"A Unique Approach to Nail Care, Hand Care And Foot Care

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