Sunday, February 23, 2014

Zoya Magical Pixie Trio Review

 * The following products were sent to me for my honest review. For more information, please visit my disclosure policy.*

Hello Lacquer Lovers!
 Today I have Zoya's Magical Pixie Trio! This trio contains Vega, Cosmo, and Lux; which are all pixie dusts with mega hex holographic glitters.


First up, Lux!


Zoya describes Lux as a "rose quartz sparkle textured pixie dust with mega hex iridescent particles' with a 'full coverage formula".


I used three average coats of Lux with base coat and no top coat.
I was very impressed with the formula and this, by far, had the best formula of the three. 


Next Up, Vega!


Zoya describes Vega as a "blue opal sparkle textured pixie dust with mega hex iridescent particles' with a  'full coverage formula".


I used two coats of Vega with base coat and no top coat.
While this was my favorite color out of the three, the formula was below par. I found it thick and hard to work with, but this was a problem I was expecting, as it is a chunky texture polish.


 Last but not least, Cosmo!


Zoya describes Cosmo as a "silver crystal sparkle textured pixie dust with mega hex iridescent particles' with a 'full coverage formula".


I used two coats of Cosmo with base coat and no top coat.
Like Vega, the formula was below par. It was thick and hard to work with, but this was expected, as it is a chunky texture polish.


 What do you think of this trio?
Overall, I was impressed, but I think that the formula could use some work.

I'll be back later this week because the Zoya Awaken Collection should be on my doorstep Tuesday! :)

 

Sunday, February 16, 2014

kkcenterhk Review: Heart Studs & Candy Studs

 * The following products were sent to me for my honest review. For more information, please visit my disclosure policy.*

Hello Lacquer Lovers! 
Today I have two more products to show you from kkcenterhk
For this look I used two coats of an unlabeled Color Club and one coat of China Glaze Fairy Dust.
On my accent nail I have both N.NAIL DRN784, which are the hearts, and N.NAIL DRN808, which are the candy colored studs. 
The heart studs were the perfect size for my nails and the candy colored studs were too! 
I applied them on top of the wet China Glaze Fairy Dust, waited until it dried, and then applied top coat.
 I tested this look out and found that the studs have awesome staying power if applied correctly! I ended up picking them off about three days in, but I'm sure they would have lasted a lot longer!
Overall I really loved these studs! I'm sure y'all will see these in many more posts to come!



Thursday, February 13, 2014

Twinsie Thursday: Valentine's Day Graffiti

How awesome is Lothwen's post today? Make sure to head on over to her blog to view my post! <3


Hello lovelies!
Today's Twinsie Thursday almost didn't make it due to North Carolina's power outage! But my bestie got a back-up generator so the day is saved! 
So today is all about looooooooooove <3 Tomorrow is Valentine's Day after all. Well this year I have nothing much going on; there was this guy a few months ago, but that didn't work out. Kinda still hurts a teensy bit, so I decided to be a "true artist", tap into my "pain" and express myself through art. Hence, I spray painted a miniature wall with my discontent ;)

 
The brick-colour is "Congac" from Pieces. The rest was painted on with stripers, tiny brushes and an assortment of acrylic paints (which were a pain in the butt, it had poor opacity) and nail polish.
I applied 1 thick coat of SV and then I finished it off with Gosh matte top coat.
The whole thing gave me a nice rebellious vibe, lol ;) It instantly cheered me up ;)

Now head over to Samantha's Post and stay tuned! Tomorrow I will express my love for you, people in the nail polish community, with an epic giveaway with over 20 prizes!


Sunday, February 9, 2014

NOPI Love Your Life

Hello Lacquer Lovers! 
Long time, no see! :) Today I have a super cute Valentine's Day look, especially if you're pressed for time. 
 NOPI Love Your Life is a clear base with shimmer and light pink heart glitters.
I used one coat of NOPI Love Your Life over one coat of an unlabeled hot pink Color Club.
While it is such a pretty polish, I was a little disappointed, as I had to fish for every heart glitter. :( I expected it, but I was sad that one didn't come out by itself.
I picked up this polish on sale at RiteAid for $1.87USD! For what I paid, I'm impressed, but if I would have shelled out $11.00USD for this, I would have been a little upset. 
Overall, it creates a cute and simple Valentine's day look!

I'll see y'all on Thursday!