REVIEW: Sally Hansen Insta-Dry Anti Chip Top Coat

I wanted to see if there was a cheaper alternative to the Seche Vite Top Coat and I decided to try this out.

Sally Hansen Insta-Dry Anti Chip Top Coat


Company Product Claims: Keeps manicures beautiful up to 10 days! Exclusive Acrylic Polymer Complex helps get you out of the door in a flash - just 30 seconds to set! High gloss superior shine.

The company website also claims that the product has the following three benefits: Double UV filters shield manicure from fading and discoloration, helps resist chipping, salon and dermatologist tested.
Application Tips: After applying your nail polish, wait two minutes, then apply one coat of top coat and will be dry to the touch within 30 seconds.
(source: sallyhansen.com)

My Two Cents
I usually don’t wait ten days to take off my nail polish, but I noticed that the polish stayed on a bit longer than when I use Seche Vite. I did see the occasional cracks appearing around the 7th day instead of the usual 5th. The color didn't fade which is a definite plus. Two minutes seems to be a long time to wait to apply top coat, but it's going to be time to apply the top coat any way by the time you're done painting all of you nails. Overall, this is a great dupe to the Seche Vite Top Coat. It works the same and it's cheaper, which I really like.(NOTE: My thoughts and opinions may be different to yours)

Price: $5.00 at Wal-Mart (prices may vary depending on the store and location)



Have any of you tried this before?
What do you think about this product?

NOTD

Instead of painting my nails one color, I decided to do something fun for spring.



Essie Mint Candy Apple (index finger, pinkie)
Essie St. Lucia Lilac (thumb, middle finger, ring finger)


God Bless! <3

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Upcoming OPI Collections

First Shrek, then Burlesque, and now Pirates of the Caribbean!



Company’s Description

“OPI is thrilled to celebrate the latest film in this beloved series. ‘The Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides’ lacquers were inspired by a world filled with mythical mermaids, gleaming treasure and high-seas adventure. With shades ranging from sage and lavender to khaki gray and pastel pink, these colors are evocative of a warm, tropical setting, with a classic nautical influence.”
–Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP and Artistic Director


I don't know if I'm excited because OPI is doing a collab with the upcoming movie or if it's because of the colors, but I'M SO SUPER DUPER EXCITED! I'm not even sure if I have been this excited over nail polish before..


Skull & Glossbones, Stranger Tides, Mermaid's Tears


Steady as She Rose, Sparrow Me the Drama, Planks a Lot


The collection also comes with a Silver Shatter polish that coordinate with the six colors.

I wasn't too excited about the black shatter polish by OPI when it first came out, but I LOVING this silver one! I MUST get my hands on this baby and I'm sure there are a lot of ladies out there who feel the same way haha :]


Swatches with and without the silver shatter polish


The release date is May 2011, which is great because the colors will be great for spring. The colors are limited edition, but I'm not sure about the silver shatter polish.


Another collection OPI is coming out with for spring is called Femme de Cirque.


Company's Description
This spring, step right up and enjoy Femme de Cirque by OPI, four new breathtakingly dreamy additions to the SoftShades collection, designed to unleash a woman’s inner ring mistress. The collection includes three pink hues and one sheer glitter coat that can be worn on its own or painted over any of the other lacquers for an entirely new look.

“SoftShades Nail Lacquers make a very powerful statement by being enticingly feminine with a delicate hue,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “Every woman can feel like a shining star with this high performance collection. The sheer glitter coat is perfect to wear alone for a touch of sparkle, or to layer over another shade for a personal touch.”

Femme de Cirque by OPI offers four subtle, sophisticated Nail Lacquers that are the perfect accessory to any outfit. Delicate yet empowering, each shade is an elegant choice for any occasion. These show-stopping hues will complement any look – from classic to trendy or day to night – by infusing a dose of soft feminine charm.




Swatches


Release Date: April 2011 (just in time for spring!)

This collection is so me because I'm a sucker for soft shades.
but I'm trying to step out of that comfort zone and really go for color. Pirates of the Caribbean colors are somewhat soft for spring and I know for a fact I'm going to get the pinks and purples, but I'm ready for something new so I'll show you..I'm gonna get all 11 for sure for sure!!


What do you think?
Will you be doing some shopping?


(all images courtesy of google.com)
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Peace, Love, Asia!
God Bless :]

HAUL: Ulta and Archiver's

I was able to go shopping last weekend because I didn't get to go during Black Friday, but I didn't get to buy what I wanted.
I did get a few other things though..

I went to Ulta instead to buy a few nail polishes.
They were having a buy 2 get 1 nail polish sale and I got three from Essie

I got:

Jazz


St. Lucia Lilac


and Prima Ballerina


(I totally forgot about doing swatches on my hand, but I currently have Jazz on)

I also got the infamous Seche Vite top coat!



I also went to Archiver's..it's a store solely for scrapbooking!
I have been really getting into scrapbooking/stamping/crafting lately..
I really need to tap into my creative side more haha

McGill Petite Petal Punch

(This punch is great to use for making mini roses!)



My Mind's Eye "Pretty" stamp


My Mind's Eye "Boy" stamp


My Mind's Eye "Perfect" stamp


My Mind's Eye "Adore" stamp



So, that's my small haul.
There's not much beauty related stuff, but I'm really happy that I got to go shopping!
Now, I just need to start working again, so I can do more damage to my bank account..which is not a good thing to do.


(all images courtesy of google.com)

Seche Vite

This has to be THE BEST top coat in the world!
I applaud the clever genius who created this AMAZING product

NAILS: Mint Candy Apple

I bought my first essie nail polish today..(even though I said I wouldn't shop until after my Peru trip -__-)

It's called MINT CANDY APPLE






*Due to crappy lighting and camera the color shows up sky blue, but it's actually a minty green/sea green pastel color.

I think this would be a close dupe to China Glaze Re-Fresh Mint from the Up and Away collection.It's a bit lighter than essie. I believe the China Glaze one is cheaper too..probably in the $6-$8 range (depends on where you go). I got the essie one for $8.00 at my local Ulta store.

This color is great for spring and summer..especially great for St. Patrick's Day.
I'm still getting used to the color. Most times I get my nails done or paint them a light pink color. It's different, but not bad :]


till next post
xoxo


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