FingerPaints Stunning Stilettos

Oops!  This was pre-chop of the nails (oh I miss you, long nails).  Stunning Stilettos is also from the Fall Fashionista Fall 2011 collection from FingerPaints and it's a slate grey creme with a hint of blue tones.  I used a base of Duri Rejuvacote, 2 coats of polish and a top of CND Air Dry.  The formula was nice and smooth.

Once again, I had some issues with opacity on my ring finger.  I've since buffed my nails down a bit so I wonder if that will help any.  I always start my manicures by cleaning my nails with Zoya Remove+ to get rid of any oils or mess on my nails.  But the color is pretty awesome regardless - a nice slate grey.

Here you can see the blue undertones in the polish - oh shade.  Very smooth finish as you can see.

Finally indoors with the flash and you can see my opacity problems in the ring finger but otherwise it's a pretty awesome opaque grey!  I definitely can see myself using this many times in the future since I really do like this color.  You can always add some Konad to it in a black or even a shatter!  Oh the possibilities!  


FingerPaints [Website] [Facebook] [Twitter] [Blog] can be found in Sally's Beauty Supplies stores and online for $4.99 USD each.

Disclosure: The product[s] in this post was [were] provided to me by the company for consideration.  For more information, please read this post.

Pure Ice Crackle & Ice Strobelight

Did you watch Madonna's half time show during the Super Bowl on Sunday?  I did and frankly I didn't think she did that bad.  I overheard someone say that she should have come out in a Gaga inspired outfit and said "You're welcome."  There's plenty of Madonna vs Gaga conversation to be had and Pure Ice didn't shy away from asking you to pick a side.  Please enjoy the following press release.

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“I won't be happy till I'm as famous as God.” - Madonna

"And now, I'm just trying to change the world one sequin at a time" - Lady Gaga

Whether you are a Little Monster or a die hard Queen Madge fan, Pure Ice Strobelight has something for you. One coat disco ball-sy gold glitter and shiny patent leather badass black crackle - Pick your side and pledge your allegiance, monster claw and all.

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Wear them alone or together and start making provocative hand gestures.

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Pure Ice Crackle & Ice Strobelight will make sure that your manicure is anything but REDUCTIVE.

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Buy yours here

Rock out with Nail Rock!

For my NYC readers or anyone that's awesome enough to be in NYC for Fashion Week, heads up!  Zoe Pocock, the Creative Director of NAIL ROCK will be at Ricky's NYC on February 9th and 10th for complimentary NAIL ROCK applications!  First come, first serve.  Please enjoy the below graphic which you may click to enlarge.  (Seriously wish I was going, especially since I am horrible at applying these myself!!!)

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Nail Rock Furry Cheetah

Photo courtesy of Nail Rock

Let's be honest.  Nail decals are awesome, but they require some serious patience to get the right size in the right location.  I am not patient.  I was super excited to try Nail Rock's line of designer nail wraps.  The concept is pretty simple.  Not only do they include a little paper in your package (in 4 different languages), it's also on their website:


how to nail rock
1. Push back cuticle.
2. Shape and file the nail edge.
3. Gently remove surface shine using a nail buffer or a smooth nail file.
4. Clean the nail using an acetone based remover.
5. Select the Nail Rock wrap nearest to your cuticle size. These can be trimmed to fit if needed.
6. Do not touch the adhesive side of the wrap that will be used on your nail.
7. Place at the cuticle edge and press FIRMLY on to the nail. Work from the cuticle edge applying pressure and smoothing the wrap from the middle to the outside edges of the nail.
8. If you have any creases, lift wrap slightly and stretch back over the nail. Apply pressure and smooth again.
9. Stretch firmly over the free edge of your nail and use your nail or a wooden hoof stick to tuck under the free edge.
10. Taking a smooth nail file, remove excess wrap by running file under the nail.

With a little practice, careful removal of shine from the nail and plenty of firm pressure, you will acquire a stunning, long lasting finish.

TO REMOVE
Starting from the nail edge, peel off the Nail Rock.     


They even have a video on their YouTube!

However I had problems from step 5 ... on.


For starters, the wraps are on a white background sticker sheet and the edges are not where your cuticle is so you really have to guess on the size.  A clear background or having no free edge of the sheet would be much better.  You can see what I mean below in the picture I took of Metallic Gold.

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I also did not buff my nail before apply the strips which I know effects how the wrap will adhere, but I did use Zoya Remove+ on my nails before applying.


I had just chopped my nails so I had very little free edge to my nails.  Unfortunately, this also made it super hard for me to wear this product, as you have to stretch the wrap over your nails and tuck it under your free edge a bit before filing off the excess.


Instead, my wraps just basically tore.  Consistently

No free edge to tuck my edges under.

Not only did I file too much and now my natural nail is showing but I also placed the wrap too close to my skin and didn't get it to lay down on the edges.

You can see again how they tore off instead of having a free edge to wrap under.

Ahhh the claw pose!  

Yeah, I failed this one.


So I definitely want to try again with (a) more patience, (b) more of a free edge to my nails, and (c) properly preparing my nail for the wrap.  I will try this again and let you know!  It wasn't that the nail wraps were bad, it's that this user has a lot of error!  With so many different designs to choose from, I definitely am willing and wanting to try these again for the price and ease.


Nail Rock [Website] [Facebook] [Twitter] [YouTube] is available on their website or at Nordstrom.  The price ranges from $8 to $10 depending on where you're purchasing from.  They have a variety of styles to choose from - metallics, nail art, and more!


Disclosure: The product[s] in this post was [were] provided to me by the company for consideration.  For more information, please read this post.

FingerPaints Fun-fetti

So I told you about FingerPaints Fun-Fetti back in November, now here it is!  This is a multicolored glitter in a clear base - much like deborah lippmann "Happy Birthday" or the OPI "Rainbow Connection".  (Both of which I own by the way.)  I decided to spice up my Purple Pinstripe manicure with a some Fun-fetti.  I used one thick coat on my index and middle finger and 2 coats on my ring and pinkie finger.

So in the sun, the glitter is almost blinding.  It's multi-sized, it's multi-colored.  Fun for the whole family!

A little calmer in the shade.  You can see there is quite a bit of silver glitter being reflected - fun times.  I think 2 coats is just too much, I'm happier with the one coat coverage.

Finally indoors with the flash - and not much to say on this one.  You can see the myriad of colors for yourself.  It wears well but be prepared to remove this with some felt.  Great to cover an existing manicure for some bling or maybe hide one that's not as opaque (I'm looking at you, ring finger).


FingerPaints [Website] [Facebook] [Twitter] [Blog] can be found in Sally's Beauty Supplies stores and online for $4.99 USD each.  This color was a limited edition sold in November and December, but you may be able to find one on clearance.

Disclosure: The product[s] in this post was [were] provided to me by the company for consideration.  For more information, please read this post.