OPI’s glittery nail polish from their 2010 Holiday collection, called Burlesque, is insane. The glitter is so pretty that I can’t stop staring at my nails. Here’s my photo of Bring on the Bling. The first image is with just 1 coat of the polish, the second is with 2 coats, which is how I prefer it.
My only complaint about the colour and the finish is that it didn’t last very long on my nails, and you know that I always use a base and top coat. The first time I wore this, it flaked off in big chunks mere hours after I had applied it. That’s definitely not a good thing because in most cases you’re going to be doing your nails the day before a big party, and you don’t want the big day to come only to see that your manicure is ruined.
Regardless, the nail polish is still too pretty and I’m still going to be trying to wear it. Maybe on top of another nail colour.
The new NARS Bento Box collection is inspired by Japan and created by Francois Nars. He was inspired by Kabuki makeup for the lips and wanted to incorporate that idea into the NARS lineup.
Sensuous Noir is a little cleaner, woodier, and spicier than the original scent and isn’t as sweet. The amber note is a little less prominent, and I could smell it strongly at first, but this scent dried down with only a hint of it which I rather like. I smell more black pepper and patchouli than I did in the original and I do like that for fall.
I don’t really love Living Proof No Frizz products because they’ve left my hair dryer than before.
Last week at Holt Renfrew, I picked up the Shu Uemura UV Under Base SPF 30. A primer that also has sunblock in it? Perfect since I do want to wear sunblock daily and I need a primer to set my makeup!
They are going to be $17.50, and as always the proceeds go towards supporting men, women and children affected by HIV/AIDS. The two new Lipglasses will only be available for 6 months, so if there’s a colour you like, stock up! Both of these go on counters Sept. 2.