09.02.09
Sephora Brand Multi Action Nail Polish
I had been looking for a pretty brown colored nail polish for awhile. There weren’t a whole lot to choose from, but when I saw this shade called Brownie (below) in Sephora I knew it was the one for me. Isn’t it pretty?
It goes on well and needs two coats to get good coverage that left me with a smooth finish. I really liked he brush and found it easy to work with.
I ended up putting it on that night and I have to say I’ve been impressed ever since. I’ve used it numerous times over the last couple months and I love the way it wears. It has to be one of the longest lasting polishes I’ve ever used – it stays on for what seems like forever with very little chipping.
There are 12 shades available in this line, from red to pink to silver. I think my next purchase might have to be Sormy Pink (above).
Available at your local Sephora for $8 or check it out online here.
Images: sephora.com
PS I’ve been looking EVERYWHERE for Essie’s Matte For You topcoat – but I can’t find it. I’ve asked store employees and both times they have no idea when I’m talking about. So, if you’re a fellow Canadian and have found it somewhere can you let me know, pretty please?
11.13.08
Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme
Great things come in small (environmentally friendly) packages. That’s definitely true of Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme. I found it this summer at my local drugstore and didn’t have a chance to start using it til a couple weeks ago.
First off, according to their website, Burt’s Bees is a “Earth Friendly, Natural Personal Care Company.” Their products are made of natural ingredients (all products have a percentage on the package of exactly how much of it is indeed natural – the Lemon Butter Cuticle Creme is 95% natural). They package their products in environmentally responsible ways, using as many recycled sources as possible. They also don’t do any testing on animals.
So, on to the review. In short, I love it! It’s not too greasy. You can do stuff right after you put it on, you don’t have to wait for it to dry or get absorbed. It stays where you put it, it’s a creme texture, not a liquid like some cuticle moisturizers so you don’t have to worry about making a mess. The lemon smell is unbelievable, I love it. If you’re not as big of a fan of the scent as I am, you can always put this on right before bed and then you don’t have to worry about smelling it. It does amazing moisturizing things for my cuticles. I have possibly the world’s driest hands and even worse cuticles. This definately passed the test for me. Having great looking cuticles is even more important this time of year, heading into winter because of the cold and dry air. I’ve been using it for a couple weeks now and I can tell that it’s going to last forever, you really don’t have to put much on to have it work.
All in all it’s a great product that you should pick up if you haven’t already. Available at your local drugstore for $8.
Image: global.burtsbees.com
