OPI Germany Collection
OPI Germany Collection press release info is out! Read on.
Edgy Elegance
OPI Launches the Germany Collection for Fall/Winter 2012
OPI embraces runway trends with the Germany Collection for Fall/Winter 2012. Drawing inspiration from Berlin, an exciting new fashion hub that blends classic looks with the avant-garde, the collection’s twelve shades offer a mixture of vibrant color, urban-chic neutrals, and reds in variations from light to dark.
“Designers showcased rich colors and striking textures for fall,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director. “The Germany Collection beautifully complements these looks, with standout shades in various hues of red and burgundy – the season’s ‘new black.’ Sapphire, black olive and lime yellow are married with creamy neutrals in honey, taupe and nude rose.”
“The overall feel of the Germany Collection is elegance with an edge,” adds Suzi. “The varied palette of colors adds another accent to the list of special touches – think beadwork, paneling, fur and embroidery – that walked the runways during New York Fashion Week. Wearing these shades on fingers and toes is a great way to accessorize a range of looks for the season.”
Germany by OPI includes the following shades:
OPI Don’t Pretzel My Buttons
A haute honey-beige that can always make you smile.
OPI My Very First Knockwurst
…and what a magical rosy-nude rendezvous it was!
OPI Berlin There Done That
A traveling taupe that’s seen it all. (Yep, that too).
OPI Don’t Talk Bach To Me
There’s nothing mellow about this sassy lime-yellow!
OPI Nein! Nein! Nein! OK Fine!
A bodacious black-olive? We say “Ja! Ja! Ja!”
OPI Unfor-greta-bly Blue
Everyone’s favorite Fraulein loves this uber shiny blue.
OPI Every Month Is Oktoberfest
Prost! Here’s to the prettiest plum in the Biergarten.
OPI Suzi & The 7 Dusseldorfs
The most beautiful bright purple of all.
OPI Deutsch You Want Me Baby?
A self-assured shade of shimmering red-orange.
OPI Danke-Shiny Red
You “Bitte” try on this ravishing ruby before it’s too late!
OPI German-icure By OPI
The best burgundy shimmer in the business.
OPI Schnapps Out Of It!
Shake off the blues with a shot of Fall’s must-have mauve!
Germany Collection nail lacquer shades contain no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde, and each includes OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush for the ultimate in application.
Germany by OPI will be available August 8, 2012, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($9.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer.
For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!
Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani 20
Hey guys! Happy Friday! Today’s post covers an international brand again. This time, I have a brand that I’ve never encountered before. My Didi (older sister in Hindi) brought it back for me from her last trip to India. I’m so lucky to have such wonderful co-worker siblings in my life. They put up with all my eccentricity, babbling and endless bursts of baking madness. Here’s Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani 20.
Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani 20
Tarun Tahiliani 20 is a shade from the Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani Collection. Tarun Tahiliani is a famous designer in India. Just like how Sally Hansen has some designer collections, so does Indian cosmetics brand Lakme. Tarun Tahiliani 20 is a very pretty pink shade that has a glass fleck-ish shimmer. Or maybe foil metallic like the Zoya Surf Collection ones. Formula for this one is decent and it dried pretty fast. Shown is 2 thin coats with no top coat.
Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani 20 (in shade)
Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani 20 (direct sunlight)
Lakme True Wear Tarun Tahiliani 20 (close-up)
I love this shade. While I do have some other shades similar to it in my stash, this holds a special place in my heart cause my wonderful Didi brought it back for me all the way from her land of birth. ♥
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft
Hey guys! It’s Thursday today and just like I said earlier in the week…..time sure flies by fast! I’m already looking forward to the weekend. I’ve got lots to swatch and show you guys. Let’s get on with today’s shade first. All the way from Australia, here’s Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft.
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft
Evening Light Soft is a shade from one of their 3 new lines called Shade Shifters. The Shade Shifters line is described as the following:
• Full gloss finish
• Chip resistant, long wearing and quick drying
• Glitter Gal’s shade shifters are similar to those you see on wings of exotic beetles – they transition from one shade to another when viewed from different angles
• There are 2 distinct finishes available for our Shade Shifter range -“Brilliant”- very bright glitter effect showing slightly larger particles; and “Soft” – more smooth polished look with finer particles
• Can be worn of Glitter Gal’s Serpent Black for a more intense colour
• No top coat is required
• “Big 5 Free” – this means they do not contain – Formaldehyde free, DPB free, Toluene free, Formaldehyde Resin or Camphor free
Formula is excellent for this shade and drying time is fast. Shown is 2 thin coats with no top coat.
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft (in shade)
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft (direct sunlight)
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft (lighting changed)
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft (close-up)
And here is a shot showing 2 thin coats of Evening Light Soft by itself next to 2 thin coats of Evening Light Soft over a layer of Milani Black Swift. Layering it over other shades brings out stunning effects on your nails.
Glitter Gal Shade Shifter Evening Light Soft and over black
Glitter Gal also offers other beauty items aside from nail polishes. Even though they are based in Australia, they do ship internationally. The nail polishes are priced at AUD$17.95. They are also available on some other nail e-tailers. I am particularly antsy about their new lines that are coming up soon, Shade Shifter and Transitions. So if you’re interested in their nail polishes or other beauty items they offer, feel free to check them out on their website or follow them on Facebook (Glitter Gal Cosmetics), their blog Glitter Gal, or even on Twitter (GlitterGal_Aus)!
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Curtain Call: got2b Spa Foot Polish
Hey y’all! Today’s post is another segment of Curtain Call. The product up in the spotlight this time is the got2b Spa Foot Polish. I got this a long time back when I saw it at a Big Lots back when I was still located in the tri-state area (PA, NJ & DE).
At 350 g / 13 oz, this is a good price for a refreshing foot scrub of this quality. I got it for $1.99 before tax. This should be available at various retail and drugstores if the got2b Spa line is still in production. It comes in a screw top round plastic tub. The front text reads “sea salt * pumice * essential oils” and “instant smoothing foot scrub”. The back of the container reads the following:
“DIRECTIONS: After soaking feet in got2b foot retreat, scoop out a small amount of foot polish and massage onto wet feet. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and dry feet with a clean, soft towel.”
got2b Spa Foot Polish
Verdict? Definitely a must-have product whether it’s from this brand or another. The scrub is nice and thick with the right proportion of the scrub and oil in the product. The leftover greasiness after a good rinsing off is still s a tad too much for me. My skin feels a little over greased, but not too bad compared to those of other brands that I’ve used. A little goes a long way and the scent is just so refreshing and invigorating! It’s minty, so keep that in mind as well when you’re using it on your skin near sensitive areas. Take note of the fact that this product contains sea salt too. Any cut or scrape with a break in your skin will sting with use of this product. The scrubbing power of this product ranks really high in my book. Some may find it too abrasive though, so keep that in mind as well.
I haven’t seen this line of got2b anywhere recently, but I know for sure that I have purchased items from this line at Walmart in their beauty and personal care product aisle.
Sally Hansen Platinum
Hey guys! It’s Tuesday and the week usually starts flying by fast from this point on. At least for me it always does. Today’s post is on a beautiful shade with a finish I love. Here’s Sally Hansen Platinum.
Sally Hansen Platinum
Platinum is a pretty sheer shade with a duochrome shimmer finish. The sheerness doesn’t bother me at all since it’s a duochrome shade. I usually use them alone or layer it over other shades and simply admire the duochrome property of the polish. Formula was decent to work with and it dried pretty fast. Shown is 2 thin coats with no top coat.
Sally Hansen Platinum (in shade)
Sally Hansen Platinum (direct sunlight)
Sally Hansen Platinum (close-up)
Sally Hansen Platinum (lighting changed)
Sally Hansen Platinum (see the color shift?)
Sally Hansen Platinum (lighting changed again)
Sally Hansen Platinum (duochrome goodness)
Sally Hansen Platinum (last shot)
This should be available generally wherever Sally Hansen is retailed.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Clear Scalp & Hair Beauty Therapy Total Care Nourishing Shampoo & Daily Conditioner
Hey guys! Today’s post is my take on one of the items I received in my Influenster Summer VoxBox 2012. Eager to try out new things, I took this for a test drive for a whole week. Here’s Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Total Care Nourishing Shampoo & Daily Conditioner.
Clear Scalp & Hair Therapy Total Care Nourishing Shampoo & Daily Conditioner
The Influenster insert states: “Did you know 99% of hair’s natural strength comes form the scalp? Introducing CLEAR SCALP & HAIR BEAUTY THERAPY, a new line of shampoos and conditioners that nourish the scalp, and create the right foundation for strong, beautiful hair from root to tip. Wash your way to stronger hair in just 7 days!”
Verdict? The product comes in standard plastic bottle containers I’ve commonly seen from other brands. Being that this is the travel size, the caps are twist off. Formula for the shampoo was good. It cleanses well and suds up pretty good. I didn’t have any problems with it. It is comparable to most decent shampoos out there in the market today. The conditioner is a slightly different story. I find that I had to use more conditioner than usual to actually coat my hair well with it. Compared to conditioners from other brands, it falls a bit short. The scent of the product is a nice, clean, neutral smell. Not too strong at all. Overall, I’d say that I’ll consider purchasing the shampoo in stores at a future date. Definitely a no-go for me with the conditioner though. I’d have to buy 2 bottles of conditioner for every bottle of shampoo I get.
This retails for $4.99-$5.99 for 12.7 oz and 12.9 oz bottles. It should be available at mass retailers, select drugstores and supermarkets nationwide.
*Products featured here are complimentary to test through Influenster’s VoxBox program.*
Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens
I blogged about these a few days ago here and now I’m ready to give a full review on them. They come in 6 shades, are limited edition and available only at Walgreens and Fred Meyer stores as well as online. They are highly pigmented, easy to apply and lasts long on the eyes and other parts of the body. Here’s Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens.
Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens
Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens (shot to show shade names)
These are described as the following: “Fine felt-tip point for easy application. Water-resistant & long-lasting. Store horizontally for extended product usage.” They applied smoothly onto my eyes and skin. I have no problems with getting product onto the desired parts of my body. They do last a while. I doodled a bit on my wrist and the doodle is still there after a full shower. The only thing I have to watch for is when I apply it on my lower waterline. I have always had a problem with liquid eye liners where the product would hit a watery spot and the pigment spreads onto my eye. I’d have to wash it out and swear never to use such products again. But I didn’t have that much trouble with this one. I feel like I have more control compared to those that I have used in the past, which is great news! You also have some control on how thick or thin you want the product to be applied because of the fine tip.
Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens Swatches (in shade)
Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens (direct sunlight)
These retail for $6.99 each. Not bad at all for what you’re getting. When I apply them to my wrist, they come out looking like tattoos! 
Get them while they last! I’ll leave y’all with a cell pic of a doodle I made on my co-worker friend’s arm.
Milani Color Play Felt-Tip Pens Doodle
Sheswai F*ckyeah
Hey y’all! Here’s a stunning shade that has a bold name that could make some blush. It’s almost Friday after all, so this shade may just be fitting for ending the work week. I see it as a fun and quite possibly the perfect summer shade. Here’s Sheswai F*ckyeah.
Sheswai F*ckyeah
F*ckyeah is described on their website as the following: “We found ourselves so excited by the bright violet neon fuchsia of this color that we just had to share our joy with a good ol’ fashioned ‘f*ckyeah’”. This fuchsia shade is sure to turn heads and neon shades are, by default, hot summer colors. This shade is quite pigmented and dries matte-ish like most neons do. Shown is 2 thin coats with no top coat.
Sheswai F*ckyeah (in shade)
Sheswai F*ckyeah (direct sunlight)
Sheswai F*ckyeah (close-up)
You can score this shade among many others on their website. Each shade retails for $16 each.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Milani Natural Touch
Hey guys! Middle of the week once again! I’m so excited for the weekend to come. Weekends are much more fun these days for me. Actually, everyday pretty much is. For those that have been following me here, I’ve gone through a very rough patch since mid-March. I’m okay and in a much better place now, but it doesn’t mean I don’t remember that rough time in my life. Enough about that!
Today’s post is on one of Milani’s 2012 new shades. Here’s Milani Natural Touch.
Milani Natural Touch
Natural Touch is a nude-ish taupe creme shade. Formula is decent and it dried pretty fast. Shown is 2 thin coats with no top coat.
Milani Natural Touch (in shade)
Milani Natural Touch (direct sunlight)
Milani Natural Touch (close-up)
This shade should now be available in retail stores where Milani is sold. Otherwise, try nabbing it online on their website.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Influenster Summer VoxBox 2012
I was excited to have been selected to receive Influenster’s Summer VoxBox 2012. I haven’t been keeping up with others on what is in this round, so I was pleasantly surprised with the contents. This is a beauty themed VoxBox and that’s right up my alley! Here’s the contents of my Influenster Summer VoxBox 2012.
Influenster Summer VoxBox 2012
I think this is the VoxBox that is most in tune with me and what I do in this blog. Previous VoxBoxes were so-so or almost completely missed the mark. I have already tried the shampoo and conditioner as well as the nail and cuticles hand creme. I will end this entry by saying I LOVE this round of Influenster VoxBox!
*Products featured here are complimentary to test through Influenster’s VoxBox program.*
Sally Hansen 3K Or More!
I LOVE this shade! This shade is part of Sally Hansen’s Diamond Strength line. Here’s Sally Hansen 3K Or More!
Sally Hansen 3K Or More!
3K Or More! is a very pretty golden nude shimmer that shines beautifully especially under sunlight. It contains tiny speckles of golden glittery goodness. This shade makes me think of weddings and the traditional Filipino garb complete with the fan and all. It was easy to apply and dried pretty fast. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Sally Hansen 3K Or More! (in shade)
Sally Hansen 3K Or More! (lighting changed)
Sally Hansen 3K Or More! (direct sunlight)
Sally Hansen 3K Or More! (close-up)
This should be available generally wherever Sally Hansen is retailed.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Milani U Pinky Swear
Today’s post is on one of Milani’s 2012 new shades. Here’s Milani U Pinky Swear.
Milani U Pinky Swear
U Pinky Swear is a pretty pale-ish pink creme shade with a funny name. I think it suits the color really. I can see this shade being worn year round. It’s the perfect pale pink. Formula is decent and is like what is expected from Milani. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Milani U Pinky Swear (in shade)
Milani U Pinky Swear (direct sunlight)
Milani U Pinky Swear (close-up)
This shade should now be available in retail stores where Milani is sold. Otherwise, try nabbing it online on their website.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Finger Paints Summer In The City Swatches
Middle of the week and very busy here, so I’ll try to keep this short. Here are the swatches for Finger Paints’ summer offering in the order of the press release.
First up is Beach Bound.
Finger Paints Beach Bound
Beach Bound is a creamy purple creme. It is pretty pigmented. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Finger Paints Beach Bound (in shade)
Finger Paints Beach Bound (direct sunlight)
Finger Paints Beach Bound (close-up)
Next is Flip Flop.
Finger Paints Flip Flop
Flip Flop is a bright raspberry pink creme. It’s almost fuchsia to some, but I still consider this a raspberry pink. I love how bright and juicy this one is. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Finger Paints Flip Flop (in shade)
Finger Paints Flip Flop (direct sunlight)
Finger Paints Flip Flop (close-up)
Next is my favorite, Late Night Rendezvous.
Finger Paints Late Night Rendezvous
Late Night Rendezvous is a vibrant blue shimmer. I love this type of finish. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Finger Paints Late Night Rendezvous (in shade)
Finger Paints Late Night Rendezvous (direct sunlight)
Finger Paints Late Night Rendezvous (close-up)
Next is one that they’ve released recently for 2012, Movie In The Park.
Finger Paints Movie In The Park
Movie In The Park is a purple glitter shade. It is best used layered over other shades since this is basically blue and purple glitter in a clear base. I opted to keep it light to show how it looks as is. Shown is one coat with no top coat.
Finger Paints Movie In The Park (in shade)
Finger Paints Movie In The Park (direct sunlight)
Finger Paints Movie In The Park (close-up)
Next is Sexy Sundress.
Finger Paints Sexy Sundress
This one is the shade that made me go WTF?! Allow me to explain. See how it looks in the press release? Yeah, I was expecting a beautiful yellow creme. But no, I end up with yellow-green creme that makes nme think of Shrek. Oh well, I’ll still be thinking about that wonderful yellow creme shade that could’ve been. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Finger Paints Sexy Sundress (in shade)
Finger Paints Sexy Sundress (direct sunlight)
Finger Paints Sexy Sundress (close-up)
Last up is To-teally Hot.
Finger Paints To-teally Hot
To-teally Hot is such a perfect color for the summer. It’s a mix between turquoise and teal. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Finger Paints To-teally Hot (in shade)
Finger Paints To-teally Hot (direct sunlight)
Finger Paints To-teally Hot (close-up)
Overall? I like them all, but Sexy Sundress was such a letdown. I wish it was what it originally was supposed to be. A bright yellow would’ve made this entire collection better. But not bad at all. These shades should be available in Sally Beauty Supply stores and online for $4.99 each.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Milani Limited Edition Color Play Felt-Tip Pens
Here’s exciting news from Milani about a limited edition collection. I’ve been trying them out the past few days with great results both as an eye liner and just doodling and drawing on my arm. Look out for a review on these soon!
“We are very excited to announce the launch of Milani’s newest limited edition collection: Color Play Felt-Tip Pens! It comes in 6 shades. They can be used to expertly line eyes or create works of art on the body or face! The fine felt-tip point allows for easy application. It is also water-resistant & long-lasting.
Milani Limited Edition Color Play Felt-Tip Pens
They will be available this month at select Walgreens and Fred Meyer stores. They are also available now at www.milanicosmetics.com.”
Sally Hansen Something Blue
Hey y’all! I’m back from Philly! I had a great time with my cousins and their kiddos. I was sad to leave, but I also missed a boy and his dog immensely when I was there. 
Today’s post is on a shade from Sally Hansen’s Diamond Strength line. Here’s Sally Hansen Something Blue.
Sally Hansen Something Blue
Something Blue is a pretty shimmery glitter shade. The base is blue-tinted and it has blue speckles of glitter spread out. It gives off a slightly frost look. It’s sheer and I consider it a pretty light color. Shown is one coat with no top coat.
Sally Hansen Something Blue (in shade)
Sally Hansen Something Blue (direct sunlight)
Sally Hansen Something Blue (close-up)
This should be available generally wherever Sally Hansen is retailed.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Milani Just Grayt
Short and sweet here. Today’s post is on a shade released in 2012 by Milani. Here’s Milani Just Grayt.
Milani Just Grayt
Just Grayt is a creamy grey creme shade. It immediately made me think of Deborah Lippmann Waking Up In Vegas, but they’re not dupes at all. Formula for this is decent. Shown is 2 coats with no top coat.
Milani Just Grayt (in shade)
Milani Just Grayt (direct sunlight)
Milani Just Grayt (close-up)
This shade should now be available in retail stores where Milani is sold. Otherwise, try nabbing it online on their website.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
Sallly Hansen #GetMagnetic Contest Nail Color App
There’s a neat contest going on by Sally Hansen. Also, enjoy the following press release about their Magnetic line!
Sally Hansen Magnetic Nail Color
INTRODUCING MAGNETIC NAIL COLOR
FROM SALLY HANSEN
THINK: Magnetic Appeal
WHAT THEY ARE: Create a gorgeous 3D nail art effect in just seconds using these magnetic polishes. This unique formula has been specially developed with metallic particles to create a pattern on the nail using magnetic forces. As the magnet is held over the nail, the iron filings in the formula gravitate toward the magnet forming the pattern/design secretly hidden in the magnet for an astonishing finish!
Step 1 – Apply 1 coat of base coat. Shake Magnetic Nail Color to activate. Remove overcap with magnet and set aside. Apply 1 coat of Magnetic Nail Color to all 10 nails and let dry.
Step 2 – Apply a thick second coat of color to 1 nail and immediately hold the built-in magnet over the nail. Rest the guide just below the cuticle without touching the wet nail polish. Hold for 10 seconds. Repeat for all 10 nails and let dry. Finish with a top coat.
AVAILABLE SHADES: Ionic Indigo, Red-y Response, Kinetic Copper, Silver Elements, Golden Conduct, Electric Emerald, Graphite Gravity, Polar Purple
WHAT IT COSTS: $9.99 each
WHERE TO FIND THEM: Drugstores nationwide
FOLLOW THESE BASIC STEPS TO BE ENTERED INTO THE #GETMAGNETIC CONTEST:
1) Register your name, e-mail and username on Sally Hansen’s Facebook App: https://apps.facebook.com/sallyhansen/
2) Visit the Instagram app, snap a photo of your nail art and include #GetMagnetic into the caption
3) Show the “Love!” for your favorite nail art photos on the Facebook App: https://apps.facebook.com/sallyhansen/
The contest ends on 9/17 and the grand prize is $1000!
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher
Hey guys! It’s a new week and this is going to be a short week for a lot of people I know personally cause we get July 4th off and it’s smacked right in the middle of the week. Soooo…..some of us took Thursday and Friday off as well. I’ll be in Philly for that time, but I’ll have a post here and there still to keep things going. Today’s post is on Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher.
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher
Wedding Crasher is a pretty pink glitter shade in a purple tinted base. It would look great over red and purple shades cause of the purplish tinted base. Shown is one coat with no top coat.
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher (in shade)
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher (different angle)
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher (direct sunlight)
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher (close-up)
Sally Hansen Wedding Crasher (last shot)
This should be available generally wherever Sally Hansen is retailed.
*Some products in this review may have been provided by the PR company or manufacturer for an honest opinion.*
