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Review: imPRESS Press-on Manicure in “Holla!”

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I gave you a review of the imPRESS Press-on Manicure by Broadway nails, and I wasn’t too impressed with them (no pun intended).  As I mentioned in that review, I really wanted to love them; therefore, I gave them another try.  This time, I tried “Holla”.  I chose to use them again because I had no time to get my nails done for my family holiday pictures, and this was a cute design.

 

I took off all nail polish then buffed my nails.

   

 

I layed out all of the nails I will need after sizing them up

 

 

 I applied the nails… Voila!

 

 

 

I must admit “Holla!” looks much better than the last pair I tried

 

 

These nails lasted 5 days.  Within those five days I experienced the following:

-Color fading at the tip of the nails.  I wash my hands constantly, wash dishes, bathe myself and my daughter

– Glue began to bulge out after a few days of use (I’d say on the 3rd day)

-Nails did not feel stable.  If I tried to grasp something with my finger tps you can feel the nail move.

-The nails will not work if you have curved or oddly shaped nails.

-Long nail lovers will not find this product helpful.

– Nails began to wear down/chip by day 3/4.  I’m assuming this happens from the constant hand washing, and use of lotions and oils.

– The glue did not damage my nails.

 Check my post for my pros and cons about this product here

 

Would I recommend?

Try them out for yourself.  They are pretty decent.  I’m glad I gave them a second chance. They really saved me for my holiday photos AND I received a sh!tload of compliments this time.  Plus, you can save $1 on the product if you visit http://impressmanicure.com/ and print the coupon.  FOr New Years Eve, since I am going out I will probably put on “Working Girl”.

Holiday Beauty Gift – Sephora Favorites Glitz & Glam Set

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For Christmas, my sister picked up the Sephora Favorites ‘Glitz and Glam’ Set for me. The set is pretty cool, especially if you’re a girl who loves shimmer and glitter. It’s perfect for right now as well since New Year’s Eve is coming up, and you can create a number of sparkly looks with the Buxom Stay There Eyeshadow, which is a smoky pewter, and with the Sephora Collection Eye Shadow in Starry Sky 07 (black with silver glitter). 

There are  items in the box set that I’ve wanted to try, but, haven’t had the money to spend on it such as the Benefit High Beam & Stila Lip Glaze. 

 

I like the box it came in.  It’s perfect to stash some products in or even use as a temporary jewelry box. 

The set also includes:

– 0.13 oz Benefit High Beam
– 0.02 oz Bare Escentuals bareMinerals All Over Color in Glee (soft mauve plum)
– 0.125 oz Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in Charge It! (opaque metallic 24k gold)
– 0.24 oz Tarte Celebutante Dry Oil Shimmer (champagne)
– 0.07 oz Josie Maran Argan Oil Illuminizer (light bronze)
– 0.1 oz Tarina Tarantino Sparklicity Gloss in Paiette (sheer light pink with iridescent shimmer)
– 0.12 oz Ultraflesh Gold Standard Mascara in black
– 0.08 oz Stila Lip Glaze in Vanilla (pearly nude)  

 

I can’t wait to try these products out. 

Here are more Sephora Favorite Sets

 

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Have you tried any of the items in this set?

  If so, what are your favorites? What can you do without?

INGLOT EXTENDS LIPSTICK COLLECTION WITH 5 NEW SHADES

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With the New Year approaching, it is time to break out of your neutral lip routine and revamp your look with INGLOTS new lip-popping colors now offered in 5 new shades (#279 & 282 are ones I would like to try).  With their unique formulation and special ingredients of vitamin E and apricot kernel oil, your lips are guaranteed to feel moisturized and protected.  The formulation also allows for an easy and long lasting application, and will not leave your lips feeling sticky. 

For a more even application, use INGLOT Brush 12S to apply.

 

Cost: $12                          

Now Available at INGLOT Boutiques: NYC, Las Vegas, Miami, Newport Beach, New Jersey

Sponsored Post: Blissful Shrinking: FaceFX Irons Away Wrinkles!

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The appearance of skin can have a major impact on how old people perceive us to be.  Even if you’re in your 20’s or early 30’s your skin may be suffering from premature aging; therefore, it’s never really too early to start using anti-aging treatments.  I already use Tarte’s Maracuja oil and Cell Ceuticals CellGenesis Regenerative Skin Treatment,

FaceFx is a convenient sleek device you can use in the comfort and privacy of your own home to improvise skin texture, erase black spots, and reduce fine lines, wrinkles, and the size of your pores. This holiday season is coming to a close with the biggest party night of the year approaching, New Years Eve.  You will want to have healthy radiant skin while enjoying your last hoorah partying, and taking many photos with family and friends.

 

 

 

In home treatments are affordable, and in this instance simple. FaceFx is a completely painless and discrete way to improve your skin, and make it work to its full potential.

You can expect noticeable results within 3-7 weeks after treatment. For the first month, use FaceFX 3 times a week and once a week thereafter for maintenance. Each treatment session should be 15-20 minutes.  You can do it while you’re waiting for your nails to dry or watching your favorite show.

Buy It!

You may want to consider getting one as a holiday gift for yourself or loved one.  This is the ideal gift for spa addicts and beauty buffs: Anyone who wants a more natural youthful appearance and is tired of the expense of high-end facial creams, professional laser treatments and/or facials, FaceFX is the solution! Who wouldn’t want to treat themselves to something that can give you better skin by New Year’s Eve?

Special Discount Code: An exclusive holiday offer to single women courtesy of FaceFX  is extended to Makeup by Kim Porter’s Makeup Mavens.  This Offer is valid for 20% OFF FaceFX (until Dec 31 2011) Code: SEEME

 

Win It!

Throughout the months of December and January, FaceFx will be giving away 1-2 free units per week to individuals who “like” them on Facebook so please spread the word and ‘like’ FaceFx on facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/FaceFXSilkn

Disclosure:  This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via a cash payment, gift, or something else of value to write it.  Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.