Incoco Nail Polish Applique

I received these a few months ago in my monthly BirchBox and I knew I wanted to save them for my birthday. They have a ton of different designs and color to choose from on the Incoco website. The design that was sent to me from Birchbox is called Spring Vines, they describe it by saying "the intricate swirls of this design are entrancing in aqua!" which I would agree with hehe. You can only find these online either on the Incoco website for $8.99 or on Amazon. The Incoco website is incredibly user friendly, you can shop by collection, shade, french manicure, or design. They also sell pedicure products, gel manicure sets, and nail accessories. You can also get free shipping if your order more then $50 and everyone loves free shipping!

Though it looks like line of strips it is actually 2, and I noticed as soon as I opened the inner package that it smelt like I had opened a new bottle of finger nail polish. This make sense because it says that its made out of real nail polish! The directions say to lightly buff your nails and clean them before applying. I simply cleaned mine with rubbing alcohol. Each individual strip has 2 different sides which are slightly different widths so that you can pick the end that fits the shape of your nail the best. It also says to remove the excess with a nail file but I feel like that might peel off the strip so I used small nail clippers but I bet cuticle scissors would work great.

Tips...

When stretching the strips make sure not to pull too hard because the strip will tear and ruin the strip possibly. I found this out the hard way on the first strip I tried to put on hehe. Also the heat from your hand will help the strips adhere to your nails. Press the fresh placed nail strip with the palm of your hand to warm them up and make sure they are truly secure.

Final Thoughts...

Practice makes Perfect. If your nails/nail beds are small enough you might be able to squeeze 2 manicures from one pack which would make them only around $4.50! I used a small sample bag from Sephora to keep my left over strips from drying out. I might be able to squeeze out another manicure or at least fix this one if it messes up! Plus the biggest size if perfect for my big toe so I might get a semi-matching pedicure out of this pack also! If these last 2 weeks like they claim they do, even if I have to add a top coat like I'm thinking about doing, I would definitely order some more of these. There are so many fun designs and its far cheaper then going to a nail salon, perfect for a special occasion or everyday!

New to Nudes

 Color Whisper Nudes

Are you just now starting to explore nude lipsticks like I am but don't want to end up looking like you just put concealer on your lips? I have been in love with nude lips but could never really find the right color for me, plus I didn't want to end up looking like a bad episode of Jersey Shore. I didn't want such a strong color that it completely blanked out my lips but glosses weren't giving me enough color. Then the Maybelline Color Whispers came out, stronger than a gloss but not as heavy as a lipstick. The perfect way to try out some nude colors! So I went to target and picked out 3;
 #20 Mocha Muse, #30 Pin Up Peach, #35 Coral Ambition.

Though 2 of these look and sound like they wouldnt be considered a "nude" the formulation of the Color Whisper line makes them nude on the lip. Plus with the Bold lip color trend happening this summer these are much more toned down and more natural looking. Some people might not consider these lipsticks because they are so light on the lip but I feel like they are the new generation of lipsticks. They go on sheer and smooth like a great lip balm but the color is buildable and the color lasts like a lipstick.

                                                         #20 Mocha Muse

This is definitely the more skin toned out of the three colors making it more of a traditional nude. It reminds me of a color a used to wear when I first started using make up in middle school.

                                                        #30 Pin Up Peach

This is definitely the most colorful of the 3, a little pinker than your normal nude but with so many bright and bold colors coming out this summer its nice to see a calmer more natural pink.

                                                     #35 Coral Ambition

This is coming off more frosty pink then it is in person, when in actuallity it is a great sheer light coral color.

• I bought these at Target for $5.94

BirchBox June 2013!

BirchBox June 2013!  

Birch box is an online service that once a month will send you a box in the mail with 4 or 5 products,some full size some samples size, of beauty products you might not have known about otherwise. The products range from hair,skin,nail, and makeup, even sometimes a hair accessorie. It only costs $10 a month and they deliver in the middle of the month, I got mine the 16th of this month.

                                            

   This months products are

•Davies Love Smoothing Shampoo

What it is, "a gentle shampoo packed with moisturizing Indian fig extract and olive oil. It says its made for dry and frizzy hair and to " use daily to soften and nourish stubborn strands. I used the shampoo this morning and i have to say I do like it a lot. It smells a ton better in the shower when your using it then in the bottle which I have to say I was worried about. My hair came out nice and soft, plus I love the idea of a gentle shampoo! I'm thinking about buying the full size version of this!

- It also came with 2 beauty extras, one is a packet of the matching conditioner and the other is a small packet of Davines Oil Absolute Beautifying Potion

•The Color Club Wanderlust nail polish collection.

What it is, BirchBox and Color club teamed up to come out with this 4 color collection each color reminds them of one of their favorite cities. I ended up with London Calling a neon pastel green, I have to say out of the 4 colors( an off white, a lavender, a bright coral and the green) this is the one I did not want haha. We will see how long it lasts on my toes.

•LAQA & Co. Lil Lip Duo

What it is, a compact chubby gloss stick that you don't need to sharpen. I ended up with the darker of the 2 shades but I'm fine with that its this beautiful dark pink and I'm pretty sure I don't have anything like it. This chubby gloss stick goes on so smooth it almost feels like a chapstick, the color pay off is great and it will last if your not eating and drinking a ton.

•Suki Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser

What it is, a 2 in one cleanser and exfoliator infused with organic lemongrass and chamomile. I've been looking for a great face wash that exfoliates and I'm a sucker for anything lemon! I have to say I used the product and I do love it, I think this is another one I might have to invest in the full size version! It cleans and refreshes your face without being to hard or abrasive like some scrubs I've used.

*This months also came with some fun little post cards to go

with the Wanderlust theme of this months box.

NYX Cosmetics Butter Gloss Review

NYX Cosmetics Butter Gloss (A review and swatches)

I went to Ulta the other day to return some lip gloss that i had bought 2 of and i decided to give the NYX Butter Gloss a try, they were having a buy one get one 50% off on NYX products so why not. I picked up 2 very spring time colors and 2 that i call more of a neutral/nude.

 (Starting from the bottom left and going clock-wise; Cherry Cheese Cake, Apple Strudel,Vanilla Cream Pie, and Tiramisu.)

 

Cherry Cheese Cake 

                The color of this Butter Gloss is a great bright orange/coral color. It might be a little intimidating in the tube because it is such a bright color but because it is a Butter Gloss it comes off much softer and more wearable on the lips. This color and product is a great way to ease yourself into the brighter lip or even the orange lip trend this summer!

Apple Strudel

               This is a beautiful light pink color with just a little bit of peach in it. I love putting this one on top of some of my brighter lipsticks just to make them a little more everyday. This color and the formula of the Butter Glosses helps it mix with any lipstick beautifully without over powering or completely covering and changing the color . Its also a great color to wear on it own!

Tiramisu

              This one ended up being my surprise favorite of the 4 that I've tried so far! Even though I never jumped on the nude lip train I find myself reaching for this color almost everyday. Its not a brown or a pink, its the perfect hybrid of both! Though I think it might look more brown on a lighter skin tone.

Vanilla Cream Pie

             I call this color more of a neutral/nude for my skin tone but it  is a great rosy pink. This is a perfect everyday going to the office color. It stands out enough on the lips to help you look more finished and polished when your running out the door.On the other hand it could easily step up any lipstick.

The Formulation

             The formula of this Butter Gloss is what this lip product addict has been looking for her whole makeup life! They are so thick and creamy without being heavy or sticky, the color pay off is great while still being a bit sheer like a gloss should be. All and all I think these are my favorite lip product I have from NYX. I plan on going back and getting every color they have! If the color doesn't look goof on me then I know my friends will love them just as much as I do!

Where I buy...

I get all of my NYX Cosmetics Products from Ulta, I'm lucky enough to have one right around the corner. The Butter Gloss is $4.99 each but they often have a Buy One Get One 50% off sale on NYX products. I definitely recommend them to anyone!