Super Kawaii Nail Art

Hii everyoneeeeeeeeeeee!!

i'm super excited to show you what i've done with my nails. It's been MONTHS and MONTHS since i've done my nails. It just takes too much time and effort, PLUS i run out of ideas. The other day, i was a little bored, so i decided to play with my icing nail polish while i was watching a movie at home. Since i started on it so late, i didn't finish it. So i basically walked around with my left hand finish, and my right hand all bare! LOL that seems to be my signature now, because i've been doing it a lot! So basically, i didn't finish my right hand until last night?? This is what i've came up with:

argg..i really dislike blogger upload, the quality of the picture decrease so much!


Here is a picture of better quality: reminds me a bit of easter??! haha


These are the two thumbs. (left, right) Each nail had a different yet similar and uniform design


this is my right hand. it was hard to draw on this one, because i'm right handed, but i actually like the designs on this one much more. With the exception of the yellow one, which i'm a tad lazy to re-do ;) i'm not sure if you can recognize it, but it's actually a butterfly at the top of my yellow coloured fingernail. :D



this is my left hand. I worked on this hand first. My personal favourite is the first finger with the "daisy" flowers.



& here is a photo of my set of nails. I feel pretty proud. I spent a lot more time on these, then usual. I've been wearing solid colours lately, so it's nice to see a little something going on my fingernails!


In case you guys were wondering..these are the polishes i've used. Completely inexpensive, and it does the work!

Surprisingly, i don't have a nude nail polish. i found this at home somewhere and just decided to try it out! The icing nail polishes i've gotten recently. The thickness of the nail polish is AWESOME for nail art. I love it. Especially the yellow. I completely fell in love while using it. A thin consistency does not achieve the same look, because the colour tends to "bleed" so you won't get the bold look when you're doing something like "dotting" designs. If you are interested, i've swatched the icing nail polish in this post. Click Here

Also, i actually forgot the include the sparkling nail polish i used for the glittery strokes. I've used it quite a bit of time, if you check my nail link, you will see it. It's called NAIL DECO


Also, i thought i'd share what i use for the designs. Sorry, i didn't clean it yet. The one on the left, i used to make the flower designs and the small dotting. The large one is for the large dots. The one on the left i actually purchased as a set on ebay, for approx $5.00 CAD. It was a set of 12ish Nail brush, very inexpensive. However, i dont really use any of them, except this one. The one on the right, was actually given to me by a good friend of my parents. She knows i love to do my nails, and she owned a nail salon herself, so she gave me this to try out.


I hope you guys enjoyed this post! I just came back from Toronto. I went with my parents, because they wanted to get some grocery in Chinatown (fyi. it's cheaper there). I also happen to find something there, which i'm dying to try out now, so i'll make sure to update on that! I have so much more to blog about, but i'm getting a little...lazyy??! haha. Lots of things have been happening, GOOD THINGS of course. I'll slowly update i guess!

Oh YES..thank you for all whom have joined the giveaway, and hello to all my new followers! My next update will be in roughly 5 days ish? i hope you guys will like it! Also, I'm looking forward to hearing from ya'll! Take care, and until next time ;)

xbbkay's Giveaway Countdown Pt.2

Hi Everyone!

How are you all doing today? The past few days have been awesomely hot where i'm from, but it's been super humid also. THe BEST time for the beach! I can't wait to hit the beaches this summer!! In the meantime, i'm dying from the heat at night! It's SOO difficult to sleep, i can't fall asleep until 3ish in the morning! urghhH!

ANyWHOOO. it's that time again! i didn't intend on waiting so long to do the next update for my giveaway, but im still waiting for some stuff to come in :D If you are confused as to what i'm talking about, please read the first part my giveaway post HERE for details on how it works!! then come back here.

As this is also my first time hosting a giveaway, i realized some of my rules were a little flawed and not detailed enough. Some minor changes were made. I hope everything is clear now :D

OKAYY, so let's get down to business.

TADA

-------------------This is all the items revealed SO FAR..more to come!



(anyone know why the quality of the pictures decrease so much when uploaded on blogger?)

here's a better quality picture

note: Please use the photo below if you wish to go for extra entries

Set of items # 2 Revealed:

1 Dior Hydra Action Sample
1 Garnier Skin Naturals Moisturizer Sample

4 My Beauty Diary Sheet Mask in:
1 Cherry Bloosom
1 Red Wine Mask
2 Black Pearl Mask - my absolute favourite at the moment! (will reviewing this sooN!)

I absolutely LOVE sheet masks! if you have never tried them before, i strongly urge you to do so. It's the greatest luxury in your own home :D The only problem for me is hunting them down!! I have to get these out of the city, yet i always come back for more, so yes - i'm quite addicted!



1 Beauty Rush - Appletini Body Double Mist by Victoria Secrets
(FACT: i never knew LaSenza (canada) was owned by Victoria Secrets..O.O)
1 Rose Body Lotion

Recap Set of Items #1 previously revealed

1 Stila Lip Envy: Silk Shimmer Gloss

HOW TO ENTER

i know this is the long and boring part, but please read it.

The rules are simple:
1. Must be a Follower
2. Must be 18+ yrs old or receive consent from your guardian to enter
1. It is open internationally
3. If you win, you must reply to my email notification within 48 hours.

For ONE BASIC Entry :THIS IS an ENTRY TO WIN THE WHOLE ENTIRE GIVEAWAY, NOT JUST THE ITEM REVEALED! SO AS I REVEAL MORE ITEMS, PLEASE DO NOT FILL THIS OUT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY DONE SO.
1. Leave a comment stating " Please enter me! I wish to be treated like a princess"
2. Leave your email address
3. Answer "What do you enjoy reading about the most on blogs?"

FOR ADDITIONAL ENTRIES
1. Post a link with the Photo of the giveaway on the sidebar of your blog (+1)
2. Make a Blog POST about this giveaway with Link and Photo (+1)
3. AUTOMATICALLY Eligible, if you have left a comment on my blog before May 20th(+1)

FOR HIGH ACHIEVERS
1. Since i will be revealing a product every few days, you can also mention the new additional items in new blog posts. Effective only if you've already blog about this giveaway once (+2)

so if i end up posting 7 sets of items, and you mention with (Link + Photo) all the 7 sets of items in your new blog post, you can get up to 14 entries. Each posting must be made after each set of item is revealed, and before a new one item is revealed. You can not compile this, or wait until the very end. Please message me if you are unsure :)

For Those Whom have ALREADY ENTERED

- You can blog about the updated set of items (please read For High Achiever Sect. (+2)
- You can add a photo and link to the giveaway on the sidebar if you haven't done so already (+1)

- You are not required to update the photo on your sidebar. You may if you wish

Please use this form as it would make my life a lot easier later :)

-------------Entry FORM------------

" Please enter me! I wish to be treated like a princess!" (yes i did change this)
Email:
What do you enjoy reading about the most on blogs?: (yes, i changed this too)

(+1) Basic Entry
(+1) Lovely Commenter (Comment on my blog post before May20th)
Link: (please link the post that you've commented
(+1) Side Bar Link
Link: (please provide me with a link to your blog)
(+1) Blog Post
Link: (please provide me with a link to your blog)
(+2) High Achievers
Link: (please provide me with a link to your blog)

TOTAL ENTRY: please total your entries

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Note: I will check everything

Winner will be chosen at random

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Stay tuned for future postings! I hope you guys join and Thank You so much for all your lovely comments & once again Thank You for following my blog!

Please make all your entries to this post. Thank you !

edit:

More items have been revealed, CLICK HERE to view. PLEASE ENTER in the MOST RECENT GIVEAWAY POST!

FOTD Emerald Green

Hi All!

I realize the last few posts i've made were reviews. Unless you've been looking to try out the products that i've reviewed, it was just a bunch of yapping. hhaha, but I intend to make my blog a little bit more resourceful so it must be done! Sometimes i do want to update, but then i don't really know what to write about? My goal is to update a bit more often, which explains why i already have like 9 posts this month!. That's pretty amazing for me! i usualyl just do a post a week or so. For some reason, i don't feel like blogging these days~ I've been slow at replying to comments as well, but i'll get back to them asap!

I dont know how it's like where you live, but where i am right now, it's not rainning, but it's super gloomy, and humid. My friend is actually in niagara falls right now, boohoo. She must be disappointed to see this kind of weather. The next few days should be a lot better though! I will be going to visit my bff, as well as do some shopping next week, so i'm super excited about that.

So let's move on nowww..

Here is todays FOTD. This is a bit of a re-do. The shades are a little much. It's definately not made for everyone. But still fun to do. Reminds me of St.Patties day. O.O

The Product List Eyes Urban Decay Primer Potion Gorgeous Gold e/s inner corner One Off e/s middle lid Teal Pigment outter corner Knight Divine crease Black Tide deepen crease Taupe eyebrows pencil NYX Doll Eyes Mascara QUO lashes in 801 Face Mac Select Cover Concealer in NC20 Physician Formula Organic Wear in Light Organics Nars Deep Throat Blush Lips Mac Archetype

The Full Look

I Hope you guys like this look. What colours would you guys like to see next?

P.S. I just want to say thank you to those who have entered the giveaway, and those that continue to read my blog. <3 I'll slowly post the other items as i finish my hunt for them. LOL.

xbbkay's Giveaway Countdown

THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED

Hi all! If you recall, i mentioned holding a giveaway a month ago or so? Well, here it is! So this giveaway is a little bit different from your average giveaway for two reasons. One, i want it to be different and unique, two, i haven't completely finish putting this giveaway together.

This is to say, THANK YOU to all my followers who have been reading and commenting on my blog. I love you guys! I never imagine to even get ONE follower, and i'm just so amazed and surprised with reaching 100+. Thank you <3 Your comments mean lots to me

So the way this giveaway's going to work is:

1. I'm going to reveal an item every few days, so there will an be ongoing surprise! I do not know how many items there will be in total, and as of now, i'm not sure when the deadline will be. However, i will update on the deadline when i reveal all the items in the giveaway!

2.To say a special thanks to those whom have been commenting on my blog, you are automatically entitled to ONE additional entry(regardless # of comments), upon entering this giveaway. This is for the lovely people that spare the time to leave me a comment all along.

Valid for any existing blog post comments made before i posted this giveaway! (before May 20th)

3. Since there will be a series of Posts as i reveal each product, please enter to this post ONLY

FIRST ITEM Revealed:

Brand new, in box, never swatched

1.Stila Lip Envy: Silk Shimmer Gloss



Please Use the Photo below if you decided to Go for Extra Entries


I have a set for myself, and these are the swatches i made with MY set


The rules are simple:
1. Must be a Follower
2. Must be 18+ yrs old or receive consent from your guardian to enter
1. It is open internationally
3. If you win, you must reply to my email notification within 48 hours.

For ONE BASIC Entry :THIS IS an ENTRY TO WIN THE WHOLE ENTIRE GIVEAWAY, NOT JUST THE ITEM REVEALED! SO AS I REVEAL MORE ITEMS, PLEASE DO NOT FILL THIS OUT IF YOU HAVE PREVIOUSLY DONE SO.
1. Leave a comment stating " i love free stuff "
2. Leave your email address
3. Tell me something completely random or interesting about yourself
1. Leave a comment stating " Please enter me! I wish to be treated like a princess"
2. Leave your email address
3. Answer "What do you enjoy reading about the most on blogs?"


FOR ADDITIONAL ENTRIES
1. Post a link with the Photo of the giveaway on the sidebar of your blog (+1)
2. Make a Blog POST about this giveaway with Link and Photo (+1)
3. AUTOMATICALLY Eligible, if you have left a comment on my blog (+1)

FOR HIGH ACHIEVERS

1. Since i will be revealing a product every few days, you can also mention the new additional items in new blog posts. Effective only if you've already blog about this giveaway once (+2)

so if i end up posting 7 sets of items, and you mention with (Link + Photo) all the 7 sets of items in your new blog post, you can get up to 14 entries. Each posting must be made after each set of item is revealed, and before a new one item is revealed. You can not compile this, or wait until the very end. Please message me if you are unsure :)

For Those Whom have ALREADY ENTERED

- You can blog about the updated set of items (please read For High Achiever Sect. (+2)
- You can add a photo and link to the giveaway on the sidebar if you haven't done so already (+1)

- You are not required to update the photo on your sidebar. You may if you wish

Please use this form as it would make my life a lot easier later :)

-----------------------FORM------------------------
" Please enter me! I wish to be treated like a princess!" (yes i did change this)
Email:
What do you enjoy reading about the most on blogs?: (yes, i changed this too)

(+1) Basic Entry
(+1) Lovely Commenter (Comment on my blog post before May20th)
Link: (please link the post that you've commented
(+1) Side Bar Link
Link: (please provide me with a link to your blog)
(+1) Blog Post
Link: (please provide me with a link to your blog)
(+2) High Achievers
Link: (please provide me with a link to your blog)

TOTAL ENTRY: please total your entries

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Note: I will check everything

Stay tuned for future postings! I hope you guys join and Thank You so much for all your lovely comments. I love to read them and it really means a lot to me!

GOOD LUCK

<3 Take care

P.S

WHOOOPIES

Forgot to mention, winner will be chosen at random ;)

More items have been revealed, CLICK HERE to view. PLEASE ENTER in the MOST RECENT GIVEAWAY POST!

Philosophy Hope in a Jar Moisturizer

Philosophy: Hope in a Jar
for dry, sensitive skin
Philosophy: you can't change the weather, but you can change your moisturizer



Claims: hope in a jar for dry or sensitive skin is a treatment moisturizer that soothes and comforts even the more irritated or sensitive skin. hope in a jar for dry, sensitive skin help relieve dryness and helps improve the natural moisture balance, soothing and comforting the skin. due to its immediate comfort and moisturizing benefits even the most traumatized skin or thin, dry skin benefits from this antioxidant-rich treatment cream.

Properties:
Amount: 1oz - 38.4 g
Bottle: Jar type
Texture: thick, white, cream
Scent: medicated and personally unpleasant

Price: $36.00 CAD & $24.99 Sale @ Winners
Ingredients: water (aqua), glycerin, oryza sativa (rice) bran oil, c12-15 alkyl benzoate, glyceryl stearate, peg-100 stearate, octyldodecanol, cetyl alcohol, stearyl alcohol, lecithin, tocopheryl acetate, retinyl palmitate, arachidyl propionate, ethyl linoleate, ethyl linolenate, citric acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil, salvia officinalis (sage) oil, triethanolamine, diazolidinyl urea, phenoxyethanol, methylparaben, propylparaben.
How to Use: apply to a clean, dry, face. product will absorb instantly. do not re-apply. discontinue use if irritation occurs. avoid contact with eyes.

The Pros
-thick and creamy, suitable for dry skin in the winter
-provides adequate moisture

The Cons
-personally, the scent is unpleasant
-leaves a greasy shine, that feels sticky
-unhygienic and inconvenient in a jar form
-takes a while to absorb into the skin

Recommended For
-those with dry skin & looking for a winter moisturizer
-people who don't mind the scent
-those who don't mind the shine left behind
-those who like thick, creamy moisturizers that you can feel

Stay Away if
-you have oily skin, this would only make it more oily
-if you intend to wear this alone, because it leaves a greasy shine. You can always use a powder to eliminate this problem, but if you were to use this alone, i personally wouldn't recommend it.

Repurchase?: No. The reason i chose this moisturizer in the first place, was because i caught it on sale, and it claimed to be suitable for dry skin, but i personally hate the greasy, shine that it leaves. The scent bothers me, and it did little for my dry patches during the winter. I've also mistaken it for the original Hope in a Jar moisturizer that have been raved. They are definitely not the same thing!

My Experience: During the winter, my skin needs a thick creamy moisturizers, because my cheeks often get dry patches. I've used this product for probably a good 6 months now

here's a snapshot of how the cream looks. excuse the fingernail, i painted my nails sky blue ^.^


What i do love about this moisturizer is that it did help with some of the mild dryness i've expereience near the jawline and lower cheeks. It also aid in the dry patches, however, did not get rid of them. When i'm refering to dry patches, i'm talking about dried skin that is flaking & slightly pink.

it takes a while to blend in


The drawback of this product is that it's simply not suitable for me. This moisturizer leaves my skin greasy, and shiny. When i feel my face, it feels a little sticky. Personally, i perfer thick creams in the winter, but with a matte finish.

Overall: I liked this cream, because it was thick, and it did help a bit with my dry skin, but i'm disappointed in the "finish" of the product. On the side note, the thick sticky finish made a really good base for my foundation in the winter, because my foundation was slightly dry, so they were a good balance. I compromised by using foundation and a little bit of powder to offset the shine. I would NOT wear this moisturizer on it's own though.

P.S. You may be wondering why i would do a review on a product i do not recommend. I don't recommend this product, because it doesn't meet my perference. I feel a negative review is just as important as a positive review. It'd help you know what to you steer clear of. PLUS, what may not work for me, may end up working for you.

Right now, i'm actually testing out the HOPE in a JAR original Formula sold at Sephora, I'll update on that one when i get a chance! I've heard LOTS of good things about it.

Shiseido White Lucent Moisturizer Review

Hi all! ~ and welcome new followers!

If you have been following my blog since forever, you may have remembered that I've reviewed this product before. However, i felt the need to re-review this product, as my previous review wasn't adequate and sadly poorly written. It was one of my first blog posts when i have just joined the blogging community so i was quite unfamiliar with everything. I'm also re-reviewing this product, because recently I've been asked by friends about what moisturizer I've used and would recommend, hence, i think i would be updating more about skincare products from now on. Trust me, I've used TONS to battle against ACNE!

So without further a-dooo...(I've always wanted to use that word! hehe)


Shiseido White Lucent - Brightening Protective Moisturizer - SPF 16




Claims: A daytime moisturizer that provides exceptional whitening benefit and protection to the skin as it contains sunscreen agents which prevent the skin from the damages of UVA and UVB. This light weight moisturizer contains reflecting molecules that brighten the skin tone instantly and create a translucent barrier on the skin which helps the foundation staying on so the moisturizer can also be used as makeup base.

Properties:

Amount: 75 ML
Sun Protection: SPF 16
Texture: Lotion; yellow
Scent: gentle, pleasant, sweet
Bottle: without a pump

Ingredients: Octinoxate 7.4% W/W, Avobenzone 2.0% W/W
Price: $80 CAD (roughly - i can not find this on the shiseido site anymore)
How to Use: Smooth over face prior to sun exposure and after using cleanser and softener in the morning

The Pros

-instantly brightens the skin temporarily
-light weighted and non greasy
-quickly absorbs into the skin
-smells pleasant
-covers pores **

The Cons
-provides minimal moisturizing
-unhygienic = does not have a pump
-minimal sun protection
-brightening effect does not last and will not permanent change complexion
-expensive

Recommended For:

- looking to instantly brighten your complexion
- those with oily
- those who do not have dry skin, and are looking for minimal moisturizing
- suitable for summer and hot weather

Repurchase: only in the cream form, definitely not in the lotion form as it is not suitable for my skin type.

My Experience

I've had this moisturizer for approximately over a year now, and i should be finished with it this summer. This product would last for a good 6 months, if you use it faithfully, however, I did not use this product during the winter, so i have 1/3 of the amount remaining.

What i love about this product is that it does what it claims. It truly brightens my face instantly, without leaving a greasy shine and a more even out complexion. I'm quite fond to the scent as well. This light weighted LOTION is great for the hot summer days, as it's not cream based, rather liquidity and will provide minimal moisture. I did not realize this, as i tried to use this product during the winter, and it did nothing for my dry skin and has only emphasized my dry patches! HOWEVER, there is a cream form of this product, that I may have to look into as it'd be more suitable for the dry, cold weather.



The surprising thing about this product is that it hide my pores! i have black head on my nose, and i think the brightening effect really camouflage my blackheads and leave my skin looking pore less. It's pretty incredible, and definitely one of the biggest PROS of this product for me.

i don't want to blind anyone with my pores, so click on the link if you're interested. i know a lot of people suffer from pore problems, so i thought I'd share my secret. Goes to show, my skin is no where near perfect!Click to View

The biggest drawback about this product is the price. This must be the most expensive moisturizer that I've used, and although i do love it, i am uncertain about repurchasing this product. It also does not gradually change your complexion, and the brightening effect is only visible when you apply the product. The other big drawback about this product is that it doesn't come with a pump! I can't believe a product like this does not have one! It's just unsanitary, and inconvenient!

The strange thing about this product is that when I rub my face, a thin layer of the product would come off. I think that the "concentration" that creates the brightening effect does not get absorbed by the skin, rather only stays on the surface. Hence, the brightening effect is only temporary. However, this is my guess entirely, so don't take my word for it. It does not bother me though. I thought I'd just share that fact.

Overall, I do like this product. I love this product for all the pros that I've already pointed out, but i only wish it was a bit more moisturizing. Therefore I will most likely check out the cream-form of this product when i finish with this one.

leaving you guys with a photo almost a year back, where i have the moisturizer on, with Smooth Verge Mineralizer



Note: always check with the Sales Associate if you can get a sample of the product before purchasing!

I hope this review was helpful for those who are on a hunt for the perfect moisturizer. Feel free to leave a comment on my review structure. I'd love to hear from y'all. Take care <3

FOTD Rust

This is a look i did after acquring some NYX eyeshadows. I have never used NYX shadows before, but there was one called RUST, which i thought was very pretty. It inspired me to do this look.

Products Used Eyes Urban Decay Primer Potion Bare Study Paint Point lid Naked Lunch e/s over p/p Handwritten e/s in the crease and above NYX Rust e/s deep in the crease Rimmel Exaggerate Liner Maybelline Stiletto Liquid Liner Quo Lashes in 801 Lips Maybelline Pink Please l/s Mac Love Nectar l/g Faces Elizabeth Arden Foundation in Soft Cameo 06 Mac Select Cover Concealer in NC20 Physician Formula Organic Wear in Light Organics Mac Smooth Verge Mineralizer Mocha blush

The Full Look:



P.S . i'm currently going back to the old FOTD to fix it up. I've just updated two FOTD.

Here are the links if you are interested ;)

First Valentines Look look and my Avatar Inspired Look EOTD

FOTD Hello Spring pt.2

Hii everyone!

i decided that i'm gonna do a series of spring/summerish looks, because i've been feeling colourful lately. I haven't played with my makeup ever since school ended, because i broke out like crazy, and my skin was healing. I still have a ton of blemishes and it's been making me soo sad, so i don't bother with any make up. URGH, i don't know if anyone else feels like this, but when my skin sucks, i feel a little emo. LOL

Edit: Click Here for the first "hello spring" FOTD

Anywas, today i decided to do my makeup, because it's mother's day! HAPPY MOTHERS DAY everyone :D PLUS the weather is so beautiful!!! i can see the sun setting now, and the light is hitting my bedroom window. It's so gorgeous. I miss this kind of weather. For the past few days it's been raining nonstop so the weather was very gloomy and gross. I hate ittt!!

Okayy...so let me stop my blabbing and show you the EOTD

I don't know if you guys have noticed, but i'm changing the format of my FOTD. This is the way it's gonna look from now onn..I'm still going back to the old FOTD and fix it up

The Product list Eyes Mac Rated R e/s (lid) Mac Sunset B e/s (crease) Fuchsia Pigment e/s (crease-on top of Venus) Mac Harvest Straw e/s (wash above crease) Mac Taupe Eyebrow Pencil Rimmel Exaggerate Liner Revlon Beyond Natural Lashes in 91149 Short Natural Face Elizabeth Arden Intervene SPF 15 in Soft Cameo Foundation Mac Select Cover Concealer in NC20 Physician Formula Organic Wear in Light Organics Mac Smooth Verge Mineralizer Faces #4 Blush Lips Shiseido Smoothing Lip Pencil in Perfect Rouge Mac Victorian l/s Mac Virgin Kiss l/g

There are swatches of the eyshadows on its own.

(top left)Rated R , (topright)Harvest Straw, (bottom right)Fuchsia Pigment, (bottom left)Sunset B

^swatches: -------------------------------------Fuchsia, Sunset B, Rated R, Harvest Straw


I got a chance to test out the new powder compact i got from

Physician Formula Quick Review: I'm actually so surprised with this powder. My face feels moisturized, smooth, and it doesn't look cakey at all! The coverage is not amazing, but it's good for setting foundation. I'm really impressed by how it makes my skin feels. It's not that dry, powder feel that i normally get from other powders. I was thinking of returning this, but i think i'll keep it around as a face powder.

Revlon Lashes Quick Review: These must be the MOST natural lashes i've ever used. The hair is super fine, and soft. It's almost like touching your real lashes. I love the cross lashes, but i'm disappointed that they are flatter then the average lashes i'm use to. Maybe it'd look better if you curl your lashes when you put these on, HOWEVER, i never liked to curl my lashes or apply mascara after i put on false lashes. For me, false lashes should already be curled, plus, i like to curl my own lashes before i put on falsies. I wish they were a little bit more noticeable. The hair is thinner then the ones i've tried before, so i guess that's why. If you like dramatic lashes, you might wanna skip these. They are very comfortable though. I love how light they feel on my eyes.

Overall, this look is very pink! very cute, and simple. I enjoyed doing this FOTD. You can use any pink and yellow eyeshadow you like.

I had some fun with the camera. These pictures were taken in my room. My curtains are pink, so the colouring is a little more reddish/pink then usual. I usually take pictures in the washroom where the lighting is very bright and white?

P.S

gotta love Victorian lipstick!

I hope you enjoyed, and thanks for reading ;)

take care <3 and once again, Happy Mothers DAY!

P.S.S - i reposted this, because my comment thing was messed up

Intense Debate?!

I just installed Intense Debate onto blogger and now just testing it.

For those who are unfamiliar with this, it is a widget that enables you to reply to your comments on your blogspot. I found out about this from the lovely Erynn. If you've like to know more about this program, check out her review on her blog

testing testing...

P.S...hmmm..i'm still messing with it. Apparently my comment link disappeared :/ I have to click on the title of the post to see the comments...

Icing Nail Polish

hi girlies!

i'm staying in bed pretty much all day today, because im feeling sick. I just don't have the energy or mindset to do anything today. The weather isn't helping that much either. I look outside, and its's dark, gloomy, wet and cold. I despise this kind of weather the most, it just makes me soo URGHHH. haha.

Anywas, i thought i'd do some swatches of these nail polishes that i've gotten almost a month ago now. The colours really caught my eyes when i saw these. They are PERFECT for the spring and summer season! just look at these colours. How can you resist them? Btw, i got these at Icing, at the mall. It might be found only in Canada. I never heard of them in the states.


Here is the set of nail polishes. There is a total of 5 super pretty pastel colours (which i love!)


Amount in each bottle: 12 ml or 0.40fl
Price: $16.00 CAD

now i'm just gonna do a swatch for em each one by one. i wish these nail polishes were named it's be much easier. but anywhoo..

here is the yellow one. I thought this was the most difficult to use. It streaked quite a bit. this was how bad it looked:

here it is with 2 layers. much much better. Love the glossy finish

yay! for yellow. this is the first time i had yellow nail polish on. i do love it


here is the gorgeous baby blue. Reminds me of the pretty skies on a hot summer day without clouds. this was one of the best to apply within the set. Little to no streaking, or is it just me?



this is the pretty pink. it's more cooled tone i'd say. it almost looks like there is a purple under tone? This was the easiest to apply. No streaking, and only needed one layer.



now i have a pretty pastel orange? i love this colour. i painted it on my toe-ies



it was the 2nd more difficult to apply, after the yellow. It streaked quite a bit, and def need a second layer. but this was the colour that made me want this nail polish set.


moving alongg...this is the last pretty colour. It's like a grass green. very bright. i really like this colour. It applied on very well.



Now after all these photos, i'll give you guys a quick run down about these babies

Pros
- very pretty colours
- glossy finish
- dries quickly
- last about a week before it starts fading
- very opaque colours
- affordable set


Cons
- the yellow and orange colour streaks a lot
- might need to apply more then one layer
- difficult to find

Note: some of the formula is thicker then the other. i dont know if this is a good or bad thing. It might be a con when u layer it, because it starts to look thick and gross.

also, i found the streaking problem can be minimized if you just load your brush up with the nail polish and work fast.


Recommendation: i do love this set. Despite it streaking the colours make up for it and i can't demand a whole lot with that price tag. The size is great for me, because i never finish a whole bottle anywas. these colours are gorgeous and they are great for the summer season. if you don't feel comfortable using them on your fingers, i really recommend applying them on your toes. It will make your shoes pop!


Just to add to this post. I'd thought i share with you guys what i often do. When i have a nail polish that streaks a lot, not opaque enough, or just blah. i often layer it with another nail polish. Often times i use a more shimmer, but sheen nail polish as the top layer to hide the streak or what not.

Here is what i did with the blue nail polish:



have fun playing with your nail polishes ladies! take care. I see lightning.. . O.O it's gonna be a stormy night

<3 take care and thanks for reading