China Glaze Fast Track

Getting through my back log of postings, one day at a time.  Today is Fast Track from the Capitol Colours collection, inspired by the Hunger Games.  I've seen other people say that this color is for "District 6: Transportation" but I don't recall that being an official statement.  From the leaked preview, this was originally called "Catnip" and was inspired by Katniss.  I prefer it being a color of transportation - you'll see why in a minute.  From the outside, this looks like a basic nude.  I used a base coat of Poshe, 2 coats of polish and a top of CND Air Dry.  Wear time was amazing - I think I went 2-3 days with this color.  Perfect for the office!

Like the bullet fast trains going to the Capitol, Fast Track has some hidden golden shimmer in it!  Kind of like streaks of light as the train sped through.  That's my story, I'm sticking to it.  Deal.

I couldn't decide on one shade picture, so you get two.  I absolutely love my nails at this length, no longer, no shorter.  I'm still getting used to the square look - I think I prefer squoval.

And finally, inside with the flash and you can really see all that lovely gold glitter show up.  I am really happily surprised by this color - I originally thought I'd hate it, and was almost mad to see it in my mailbox.  It's great for the office, it's great to make a statement.  Love love love.

China Glaze [Website] [Facebook] [Twitter] can be found online through several etailers, including my favorite Head2Toe Beauty, Sally's Beauty Supply as well as TransDesign.

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

China Glaze Magnetix

Last year at CosmoProf Las Vegas, Layla Cosmetics introduced us to magnetic polish.  LCN USA is a professional label that was selling magnetic polish as well, but not much press was out.  Now, magnetic polish can be found in several places including China Glaze.  Now I saw on Body And Soul that China Glaze is doing a second magnetic collection, but today I have the press from the first collection.  I wasn't able to purchase any of these at the time, and honestly I'm not sure if I have any pressing desire for any of them, but I do kind of want the magnet...  :]  Please enjoy the following (all images courtesy of DNA).

A strong magnetic force is hard to resist, especially when the draw causes an amazing effect. Introducing one of the most exciting revolutions in nail polish to date: China Glaze®’s limited edition Magnetix nail lacquer collection! Infused with iron powders that move when exposed to a magnet, Magnetix by China Glaze® uses magnetic force to create the coolest, high tech designs. The China Glaze® Magnetix Magnet features three designs – a starburst, repeating arrows or diagonal lines – resulting in playful, one-of-a-kind nail art unique to each person and their individual nails!


Inspired by bold, sleek, futuristic fashion and art, the China Glaze® Magnetix collection features six rich shades:

You Move Me – Luxe gold metallic

Cling On – Gorgeous green metallic

Pull Me Close – Crystal blue metallic

Instant Chemistry – Sophisticated metallic berry

Drawn To You – Subtle metallic lilac

Attraction – Chic metallic chrome

To create your own unique China Glaze® Magnetix manicure:
1. Select desired magnet design. Choose from starburst, lines or arrow effects.

2. Apply one coat of China Glaze® Strong Adhesion Base Coat to clean nails; allow to dry completely.
3. Designing one nail at a time for best results, apply one coat of Magnetix nail lacquer. Immediately hold the China Glaze® Magnetix Magnet over damp nail. Hold close without touching for 5-10 seconds. (No finger fatigue here: the magnet features a finger rests to help hold it steady!)
4. Once nails are designed and dry, seal with China Glaze® Fast Forward Top Coat.


China Glaze® Magnetix will be available mid-February 2012. Individual shades retail for $10; the China Glaze® Magnetix Magnet retails for $10 and is sold separately. The collection will be available in a 12-piece counter display and as open stock colors and magnet.


China Glaze® is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde. China Glaze® nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, visit: www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze® on Facebook and Twitter: http://twitter.com/ChinaGlaze


China Glaze® is a division of American International Industries.


About American International Industries
For nearly 40 years, AII has been the leading manufacturer and worldwide distributor of innovative, quality beauty and skin care products for men and women. Our product lines include Ardell, Andrea, Body Drench, Bye Bye Blemish, Checi, China Glaze, Clean + Easy, Clubman/Pinaud, Duo, European Secrets, EzFlow, Fright Night, Gena, GiGi, Gypsy Lash, IBD, Jeris-Lustray, No Tweeze/Micro Tweeze, 'N Rage, Prolinc, RAW, Seche, SuperNail, Surgi-Care, Waterworks, Winning Nails, Woltra, Woody’s, and Youthair. For more information, visit our website: www.aiibeauty.com.

butter LONDON Knackered

Oh butterLONDON.  I've laughed at your $14 price tag for only 0.4 oz of product (compared to $5 for 0.5 oz of China Glaze) and I tried to avoid you for so long but I did finally break down and buy a few of you.  One was Knackered this multichromal glitter mess.  Yes, I did say mess.  A hot mess - but a mess nevertheless.  It's also thin so for my application, I used a base coat of my Sephora black (the cheap one for $1) and then put on 2 coats of polish.  I used a top coat of Seche Vite and this manicure lasted over 4 days.  I photographed on the last day, so I do apologize for the tip wear.  (PS: Love all the blue in the bottle.)

Okay so in the shade, you don't get much blue but you do get this half green, half purple with random multichromal glitter?

Craze shade picture!  The bottom looks black (very dark purple) and the top is green!  And the bottle is still blue.

More regular shade picture which shows half the nail as purple, half as green.  Winning.

Indoors with the flash?  Purple.  I don't understand you, Knackered.  But I like you.  A lot.


I like you so much, that yes, I gladly paid $14 for you and didn't look back.  Please tell your friends to leave my wallet alone.


I purchased mine at Nordstrom, but I know you can also find it at Sephora & Ulta or buy directly from their website.  


butter London [Website] [Facebook] [Twitter] [YouTube] is available for $14 a bottle.

Push Your Luck! Lightning Strikes by Pure Ice

Granted, St. Patrick's Day was last month, but because it was on a Sunday, I conveniently ignored it.  Besides, I'm not Irish!  (Now, the boyfriend is - he wanted some Green Beer but we didn't get any.)  Regardless, please enjoy the following from Pure Ice - I do love the pictures they pull for their press!

Shaken your Shamrock with Pure Ice Crackle & Ice Duo Lightning Strikes.

Get a grown up St Patrick’s Day look this year! Kiss, Pinch, Repeat.

Can’t wait to see your swatches, design and creativity :] The best nail designs will win our entire DJ-inspired new collection, Vinyl Remix (Coming Spring 2012)

If you would like to link your blog with PureIceCosmetics.com, just let us know.

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Pure Ice is manufactured by Bari Cosmetics

Mattése Elite Mon Amour

The other pretty glitter from the Mon Amour Collection by Mattése Elite that I was able to review is actually Mon Amour, a rose red glitter in a slightly red base.  I'm not sure if the base was supposed to be clear and the glitter has bled into the base or if the base was supposed to be slightly colored all along, but it works!  You saw yesterday that I layered this over a hot pink and that worked quite well - now let's see how well this color works on its own!


I used a base of Poshe, 2 coats of polish and a top of Seche Vite to keep the nails smooth as this is a glitter that can dry slightly gritty.

Unfortunately, I did not have any sun, so here's a nice cloudy shot.  :|  Even with the clouds, you can see how nicely this polish wears - quite opaque in just 2 coats!

I especially love it in the shade, where the shine from the top coat really makes the glitter dance on the nail.  Yes, glitter dances.  (So let it be written, so let it be done!)

Finally indoors with the flash.  My camera did not want to focus for a long time, so I have a series of blurry shots but that's what happens with pure glitter sometimes!  You can still see how opaque the shade is, but also how gritty it can look.  Removal was torture, but some foil does go a long way.  (Read my post on how to remove glitter nail polish, in case you haven't seen it yet!)


And a totally random picture.  While browsing Facebook yesterday, I saw that Melissa Villasenor was going to be in my home town, at my alma mater college.  I nearly jumped out of my skin!  I had first seen Melissa on America's Got Talent last season and loved her comic bits and dead on impressions.  She had a great hour long set last night and I was actually sad to see her finish.  I wanted to include the picture that my friend was able to grab - she actually hugged me after her set!

Melissa is currently on a college tour, so check out her Facebook page and see if she's coming near you.  The show she played last night was free, but I'd gladly pay to see her again.  Don't miss it if she's coming to your town!


Back to the polish!


Mattése Elite Carnaval Nail Polish retails for $5.99 and is available for purchase exclusively at Ricky’s NYC store locations and at www.RickysNYC.com

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