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Estee Lauder Pure Color Pretty Naughty Collection

It’s kind of funny to me that Estee Lauder’s Spring 2013 collection is called Pretty Naughty because Lauder is one of the last brands I think of when it comes to naughty – hence the double entendre with “pretty” I presume. The brand’s take on naughty is just up my alley because it balances soft … Continue reading “Estee Lauder Pure Color Pretty Naughty Collection”

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Essie Repstyle Collection: Reptilian Rock

Essie has released their first magnetic nail polish and it’s all about snakelike style. Basically, if you wave a magnet (conveniently located on the cap of the polish) over your nails right after you paint them, itty-bitty magnets within the lacquer move around to create a reptilian pattern. Pretty cool, huh? Also, pretty easy. This … Continue reading “Essie Repstyle Collection: Reptilian Rock”

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Perfect Formula Manicure Booster

For the most part I feel the same way about 2-in-1 top/base coat as I do about 2-in-1 shampoo/conditioner – they don’t work. Case and point Perfect Formula Manicure Booster ($18). I so so so wanted to love this product because the brush is awesome. It’s long and the formula goes on smooth; it’s also … Continue reading “Perfect Formula Manicure Booster”

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2012 Winter Essie and LCN Collections

Winter 2012 has a little something for everyone when it comes to nail polish. Case and point check-out essie and LCN‘s offerings. LCN’s collection is called Burlesque ($30 for all four shades or $7.50 each), and is focused on jewel tones – emerald, ruby, sapphire, and amethyst. The shades are bright, highly pigmented, and have … Continue reading “2012 Winter Essie and LCN Collections”

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essie Yogaga Collection

I’m a workout nut – trust me, you don’t want to see me if I can’t make it to my Barry’s Bootcamp or Pure Yoga class – so I was excited that essie was inspired by working out for their latest collection, Yogaga. Personally I would have included some vibrant, bright colors because I think … Continue reading “essie Yogaga Collection”

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Sephora by OPI Matte Top Coat: Welcome Matte

Usually when I get a manicure, I want my nails to come out as shiny as possible because it tends to look more lush. But when it comes to beauty, I’m never fully committed to just one look. Variety is the spice of life, nails included. What goes up must go down, and what is … Continue reading “Sephora by OPI Matte Top Coat: Welcome Matte”

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