Maybelline The Expert Wear Palette-The Nudes

Hi Angels,

Sometimes in blogging about makeup we forget about some of out drugstore heavy hitters.  One of these products is Maybelline's new release, The Nudes palette.  In the land of High end nude palettes, this was a welcome surprise.  Do we need to mention the price point?  I purchased mine for $9.99.  Let's take a look at this gem:

This is the black slim case.

Here us a better look at the colors with some swatches:

This is with a slight swatch.  With a primer the colors are more true to the palette shade and stay on for hours.

Here is a look I created using the palette:

I was quite pleased with the color choices and ease of use.  All in all this is a good purchase. The twelve shades allow for a great deal of different looks. With mattes and shimmers all your nude bases are covered. This palette is for those of us who want the nude look without breaking the bank

So what do you think Angels?  Are you in need of a nude palette?  Have you seen the palette at your neighborhood drugstore?  Have you already purchased it?  Let us know what you think.  

Unit next time Angels,

Happy Haulin'

L'OREAL Paris Color Riche Collection Privee'

Hi Angels,

So I was in my neighborhood Harmon the other day.  (Love that store.  Remember you can use your Bed Bath and Beyond Coupons there).  I happened upon a small display.  It is from L'OREAL.  The name of the collection is the L'OREAL Paris Color Riche Privee'. Just the look of the casing had me intrigued. Here is a pic below courtesy of L'OREAL Paris:

The collection boasts nude lipsticks and nail polishes specially made for models and famous faces. Some of the models include Doutzen Kroes, Eva Longoria, Freida Pinto and Liya Kibede.  There was a small short made that includes all of the models.  The UK and Canada received different lipstick and nail polishes.

Here is a picture courtesy of L'OREAL.com of Liya Kibede's lipstick and nail polish:

This is the one I purchased.  It is a purple brown duo chrome.  Not altogether nude but beautiful nonetheless.  Below is a pic if my nail polish and lipstick.

Isn't it even richer looking than their original packaging.  If you've read my reviews before you'll know that one of my biggest gripes about L'OREAL lipsticks are the smell. It is a fruity vanilla smell that interferes with my enjoying the color. Someone must have heard my cry because this lipstick doesn't have it. I just might back it up and put it in my bag for my five minute face.  You can purchase the different colors at your neighborhood Walgreens, CVS, Rite Aid and Target

So what do we think Angels?  Have you seen this collection in stores?  Did you or are you going to buy anything?  Let us know what you think.  

Until next time Angels

Happy Haulin'

Kitty, Kitty Sally Hansen Nail Strips

Hello Angels!!

After my IMPRESS nails disaster I ducked in to my local Walgreens after church and bought these Sally Hansen Nail Strips.  This is Kitty, Kitty.  Hey, I am from NEW JOISEY so I likes me some animal print. What can I say ladies these saved the day.  I came home found my nail size in the strip stuck them on and filed away the extra.  The result was a manicure that lasted over seven days with very little chipping.   The picture is probably day five.  They are great and I will be buying some more.  You can pick these up at your local drugstore, Target or wherever else Sally Hansen is sold.

Happy Haulin'

Crackle, Shatter, and Save! (Nail Polish Review)

Hey Angels!

Why pay the nail salon five to ten dollars for a nail art when you can do it yourself? You may ask yourself, “What is this girl is talking about?” Well, I have a new obsession that will enable you to save time, money, and still be fashionable!

In my quest to give myself and my little Angel affordable manicures and pedicures, I stumbled upon the new rage in nail polishes that gives you a unique and designer look each and every time you use it: Crackle/Shatter Polish. These crackle or shatter polishes are easy to use, and are manufactured by an array of companies.

Here is how they work:

1. After you have filed/shaped your nails, apply one coat of your favorite nail polish. Let this coat dry completely, otherwise the crackle/shatter polish will not crack/shatter the way it is supposed to.
2. Apply one coat of the crackle or shatter nail polish and prepare to see magic!

The polishes range from six to eight dollars per bottle. My daughter and I have tried several brands and here are some quick reviews:

1. Crack by China Glaze: has great colors, nice crackle, but takes some time to dry
2. Crack by Sally Hansen: does not crack a lot, but is reasonably priced
3. Shatter by Opi: by far the best, comes in awesome colors, shatters instantly, and dries quickly

These polishes have been flying off the shelves. If you buy your own crackle or shatter nail polish, you can bring it with you to the nail salon and your nail art will be absolutely free! This is also great for young girls because instead of taking them to get expensive manicures and pedicures, they can do it themselves! I can attest, my daughter loves them, and changes her nail polish every three days.

You can purchase these nail polishes from Sephora, Harmon’s, Sally’s, Walgreens, or anywhere cosmetics are sold.

I would love to hear some feedback. Which brand do you prefer?

Later Angels!!!
Star