Another empties post – but a bit belated. I’m going to try to be more consistent with these. Lancome Definicils Mascara in Brown – meh. I have another one in my drawer and I’ll use that, but I won’t repurchase. For $35 I except much, MUCH more from a mascara. My review is here. Ulta […]
As an oily gal, I definitely need to have a finishing powder on top of my base makeup – mineral or liquid. A good finishing powder really does set my foundation and helps keep it from melting away. Here is what’s in my stash of finishing powders: 1. Silk Naturals Liberty Golden Perfecting Glow: Liberty […]
I’m about a year behind on this trend, but when I saw a box set of polish with an ombre nails tutorial, I thought it looked pretty easy! Step 1 – I gathered my equipment: Orly Bonder base coat Orly Won’t Chip top coat Zoya Caresse Zoya Mimi (sparkly purple) Avon Luxe Lavender Silk Naturals […]
On last week’s Monday Manicure, a reader suggested glitter polish to hide any imperfections in the application. I thought that was a great idea, so today I’m wearing Avon Glitter Nail Enamel in Sparkling Sky. I used three coats. Here it is outside in the sunshine. Inside at the mall. In the shade. I […]
I was a tiny bit disappointed in Avon Speed Dry in City Navy – it’s a bit more purple than I would have liked. Still, I really like this inky shade. This is three slap-dash coats with messy cuticles and all. That’s the real problem with dark nail colors – every.single.mistake is really visible. Still, […]
