Diving right into the April polish subscription box from SquareHue, the moment I opened it I was out of breath! The April Adventure Collection brings us Skydive Interlaken. Three finishes, three knockout shades. Let’s suit up and take a look!
Eye popping shades for April! From Left, Monch…an eye-searing matte yellow. Eiger…a pink duochrome gloss (I’d consider it more of a pink with flashes of blue). And a glitter within a purple crelly, Jungfrau.
Monch is so brilliant, not even the sun can compete with this shade. Wear it matte or shine it up even more with a topcoat. I don’t know why but yellow this shade screams for black! So I had fun with some dots and dry marble.
Monch in 2 coats. I read that some folks had some streaking and stringy formula issues. I had NO issues at all. Dried fast and very matte and I didn’t even need a 3rd coat.
Eiger is a super glossy pink with flashes of blue shimmer. I don’t seem to get a duochrome effect, but it’s sure gorgeous!
It took 3 thin coats and was easy to apply. I love pinks like this with that hint of shimmer.
Last but no way least, a super surprise this month is a pale purple crelly/glitter, Jungfrau. Hey, did you know that Jungfrau is a group of mountain peaks in Switzerland? Me neither. I really must get out more! lol
Jungfrau in 3 easy coats gives you great depth and dimension.
Conclusion. I read a couple mini reviews and a couple of reviewers had a couple of problems with Jungfrau and Monch. I had 0 problems, 0 defects! the Eiger took a bit longer to dry but the glossiness is worth it. Jungfrau is exactly how I like my crelly/glitters. And Monch, well. She’s a standout as far as yellow polishes are concerned. I’m super pleased!
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Ready for summer to hit your tips and toes? CND Vinylux Weekly Polish and Shellacs have a brand new collection called Flirtations. I swatched all eight of the Weekly Polish set and I’ll share them with you today!
The new spring lineup from CND Vinylux Weekly Polish, here is Flirtations! Eight stunning shades, from L to R, back row: Skin Tease, Aqua-intance, Pink Pursuit, Desert Poppy, Lavender Lace and Date Night. Bottom row, R and L: Be Demure and Honey Darlin’.
Bat your lashes, blow a kiss, bare some skin. Soft blushes of color tease the imagination. Coy. Confident. Playful. Be irresistible.
There’s an electricity of unspoken attraction in the air for Summer 2016. Evoke a subtle, sensual femininity with the new Flirtation Collection from CND. A palette of soft yet bright shades teases at the imagination and makes this collection equal parts coy, confident, and playful.
“This season, sweet, creamy pastels are inspired by modern lace and embroidery for a delicate and refined glamour,” says CND Co-founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. “The summer nail is a slim oval glazed with tender shades of coral and lilac, blushed with the spark of deepening allure. Flirtation’s summer code allows you to be irresistible.”
Let’s start with the watery shades. Because you know blues are cool! Here is Aqua-intance.
Aqua-intance is an aqua creme that is smooth and ultra glossy. This is 2 coats.
Date Night is a glossy sailor blue.
Date Night is a sailor blue glossy creme. Super classy! Very pigmented, no stainer! Two coats.
I love me some bubblegum pink! Be Demure is the perfect summer pink.
Be Demure is a perfect glossy creme bubblegum pink. So love this one! 2 coater.
So in love with Desert Poppy. I can’t wait to get some tan to really show it off!
Desert Poppy is a gorgeous poppy red-leaning orange shimmer. I used two coats.
Lavender Lace is so delicate.
Lavender Lace is a shimmery, glossy pale lavender. More sheer than the rest in this set, but I still managed to make it work with 2 coats. You may require 2-3.
Skin Tease is a rosy nude but not too pink.
Skin Tease is a delicate skin tone, slightly rosy nude with a hint of shimmer. Two coats here.
Pink Pursuit is a dusty rose and super shiny!
Pink Pursuit is a pink creme with a hint of salmon, very glossy and saturated. Two coats here.
Honey Darlin’ is shiny like the sun.
Honey Darlin’ is a super glossy, pigmented butter yellow creme. Perfect for those afraid of yellows. Two coats. CONCLUSION: I love this collection. All the formulas were consistently smooth and glossy. My fave shades were Desert Poppy, Be Demure and Honey Darlin’. I highly recommend each one!
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While supplies last! Because for $15, this cute Morgan Taylor mini set won’t last long at Loxa Beauty. I have the Gifted With Style pack along with two more (full size) bottles perfectly suited for your holiday manis. (A Little Naughty and All Wrapped Up)
I have to disclose, I swatched these a couple of weeks ago. Right before we had to put the brakes on all things polish so we could move to our new house. So I know you’ll forgive me for this short break. Ugh, break is a bad word around here. I broke off two nails, well, not broke off totally. I chipped a couple in the midst of our move and had to file my nails down to a workable, packable, moveable length! lol They are already growing back.
All Wrapped Up “Gifted With Style” set of minis from Morgan Taylor. A perfect little quad pack of mini polishes. Plus a couple of festive polishes in full size. Every one is perfect for the season. From left: All Wrapped Up in full bottle. In gift pack: Ruby Two-Shoes, I’m So Hot, Tinsel My Fancy, Gifted in Platinum. Full bottle on right: A Little Naughty.
Even though these little pixies were petit bottles, I’ve never had any issues with application. The brushes are great, bottles don’t tip and the formulas are perfect. They are also available in full size for $8.50 ea. And for a limited time, take advantage of the Loxa Beauty BOGO sale!
Here are the first two in the set. The shades just inspire creativity. I know, I’m no awesome nail artist. But for what it’s worth, why not try when you have these fab formulas?! Ruby Two Shoes and Gifted in Plantinum.
Ruby Two-Shoes accented with Gifted in Platinum. Ruby Two-Shoes in two coats, Gifted in Platinum 1-2 coats.
And for a more smouldering look, here are I’m So Hot and Tinsel My Fancy.
Jewel toned berry shade in I’m So Hot and silvery Tinsel My Fancy.
Morgan Taylor A Little Naughty is part of the 2015 Holiday Collection. A Little Naughty is an eggplant creme. The collection comprises six new shades that are reminiscent of the festive period, from sultry red crème to a silver shimmer.
All Wrapped Up, 3 coats alone, with A Little Naughty.
Morgan Taylor All Wrapped Up is part of the 2015 Holiday Collection. All Wrapped Up is a purple shimmer. The collection comprises six new shades that are reminiscent of the festive period, from sultry red crème to a silver shimmer.
• Check out http://www.Loxabeauty.com asap for a BOGO on Morgan Taylor lacquers! *Exclusions: Morgan Taylor Buy One Get One Lacquer Free Promotion. Excludes Morgan Taylor Base Coats, Top Coats, kits and sale items. Offer is not valid when combined with Promotional Code. Limit 10 per customer per order. Sale ends soon (I do not have an ending date on this sale).
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Today I’ve chosen four more fall fashion shades from the Mosi Mei luxury nail lacquer store at www.mosimei.com. All of these have superior formulas today have immense shine apply like a dream. If you got to read my first review (HERE) you’ll know how impressed I already am! Let’s get started!
Here are some fall fashion lacquer choices from the Mosi Mei store. From left: Original, Modern, Debonair and Secure. All are Ultra Shine glosses.
Let’s start with that glossy deep purple which I’m an immediate sucker for, Original.
Original is an opaque Ultra shine deep dusty purple, 2-coat creme. This is your fall purple folks!
Here is Original mattified with Mosi Mei’s own Matte topcoat.
Here is “Original” mattified with Mosi Mei Matte. A quick drying, very mattifying Matte topcoat. It imparts such a velvety feel to any polish.
Next up is a super shiny pale grey, Modern. It’s a clean palette for your fall nail art!
Modern is an opaque Ultra shine, pale cool toned grey, 1-coat creme.
One of the glossiest deep blues I’ve ever tried, Debonair!
Debonair is an opaque Ultra gloss deep navy blue, creme. Is there a description beyond Ultra? Mega maybe? lol
And last, for today that it, a chocolatey brown, Secure.
Secure is an opaque Ultra shine medium brown, 2-coat creme. It’s like a melted chocolate bar on your fingertips!
Info you need to know!
• Limited Time offer: now through Oct. 31, 2015, BOGO sale, use code: give
• 25% off your first order when you join Mosi Mei’s mailing list!
• Free shipping on orders over $30, Mosi Mei currently ships only within the Continental US)
• My contact is owner Candace from the Atlanta, Ga based Mosi Mei
• Tracking numbers are provided, and shipping is quick!
• Store: http://www.mosimei.com
• Instagram @mosimei
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mosimei
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/iammosimei
• Bottle Size: 15ml /.50oz
• 5 FREE, CRUELTY FREE & VEGAN
• Accepts all major CCs and Paypal
* The products reviewed were sent to me at no cost for the purpose of review.
I was recently contacted by Candace, founder and ceo of the indie polish maker, Mosi Mei in regards to reviewing their products. I am so thrilled she did! I was immediately delighted to see the square-shaped bottles, high-end packaging and attention to detail. The company has a lot to offer and that’s including nail treatments such as base coat, top coats and matte which I tested along with the first four shades. I have many more coming so stay tuned. For today I’ll be sharing some fall appropriate shades. I’m going to preface the first four shades with a rundown of the basic nail treatments. Let’s take a look!
Mosi Mei offers four nail treatments. From left: Base Coat, Shine topcoat, Glass topcoat and Matte topcoat.
Descriptions of the treatments: SHINE – A high shine finish.
I am the perfect top coat to add strength and a chip resistant top layer to any nail hue. I dry quickly and help keep MOSI MEI nail hues on 2x3X longer. You only need to apply 1 coat of SHINE top coat and you are ready to go!
formula: créme finish: high shine type: clear
GLASS – A ultra high shine, gel-like wet look finish. I am the perfect top coat to any nail hue for a mega unique wet look effect. Formulated to be used with nail hues for a 2-3X longer lasting and chip resistant finish. Quick drying and lush looking. Look no further for your perfect top coat. Oh, and I do dry clear – don’t be fooled by my pink tone. You only need to apply 1 coat of GLASS top coat and you are ready to go!
formula: créme finish: ultra shine type: clear
BASE – A solid and grounding base for all nail hues. I am the perfect foundation to add strength and long-lasting staying power that help nail hues last 2-3X longer.
You only need to apply 1 coat of BASE base coat and you are ready for your favorite nail hue!
formula: créme finish: satin type: sheer
MATTE – A velvety luxe finish.
I am the perfect top coat to any nail hue if you want a matte, sleek and urban luxe look to your nail hue. You can apply me to metallic, satin, and gloss nail hues and I will change their appearance to a smooth velvet finish. Formulated to be used with nail hues for a 2-3X longer lasting and chip resistant lifespan. Quick drying and sleek. You only need to apply 1 coat of MATTE top coat and you are ready to go!
formula: créme finish: matte type: sheer
Now for the fun part! Here are the first four shades in this series:
Perfect fall shades, from left: Feisty, Tough, Creative and Edgy.
First up is Feisty. And this red wonder is so glossy, it’s blinding!
Feisty is a blood red creme bordering on a crelly. Only needs two coats, highly pigmented and glides on like a dream. She’s seriously breathtaking!
Next up is Creative. If you love purple with shimmer, this one’s for you!
Creative is the perfect name for this shimmery purple with it’s satiny finish. Note: I wanted you to see how nicely the Matte topcoat works and it’s on the pointer finger. The Shine topcoat is on the ring finger while the middle and pinky show you how it looks alone.
Want the perfect patent leather black? Here is Tough!
Tough is so shiny, I giggled! Love this perfect black.
Last is Edgy… a shimmery brown.
Edgy is a coffee bean brown with shimmer. Yum!
Mosi Mei says, “Mosi Mei is whoever you are, wherever you are, never defined by one style and always inspired by color, we think everyone is a Mosi Mei!” And MM lacquers come in a wide range of formulas and finishes including cremes, glitters, satins, metallics and effects. They “…make what we love, with love…because passion and creation are what we live for, no exceptions.” MM says they exist “to share our love for color and everything it does for the spirit.” I can’t agree more. Imagine a black and white world with no texture and color. Indeed, that my dears, is why we paint!
Some cool facts Candace told me about Mosi Mei! “Although we are fairly new we have been featured on Hautelook, and in Wantable boxes for a few different months, and have some press coming out in the coming months as well. We will be in quite a few subscription boxes next year and are excited about some retail locations we will soon announce.” I see big things for this amazing company. Indies rock!
Conclusion: I am thoroughly pleased so far with not only the nail treatments, but the range of shades, finishes, packaging and high quality formulas. The cremes are glossy as heck, and the formulas are excellent in every way. Easy to apply and fast to medium drying, 1-2 coats. What more can you as for?!
Info you need to know!
• My contact is owner Candace from the Atlanta, Ga based Mosi Mei
• Tracking numbers are provided, and shipping is quick!
• Store: http://www.mosimei.com
• Instagram @mosimei
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mosimei
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/iammosimei
• Bottle Size: 15ml /.50oz
• 5 FREE, CRUELTY FREE & VEGAN
• Free shipping on orders over $30, Mosi Mei currently ships only within the Continental US)
• Accepts all major CCs and Paypal
* The products reviewed were sent to me at no cost for the purpose of review.
I KNEW this month’s collection for “1970s” would be boss! I was right and I’m so glad SquareHue was so diverse with the formulas in this box. Remember, SH typically has had 3 per box in its monthly delivery, and now offers a 2 polish set as well. Let’s move on to the review!
I LOVE this month’s Decades collection from SquareHue. 1970s for 08.15 is a huge hit! From left, Watergate, iPolish and Night Fever.
Here is Watergate. Gorgeous, that’s it in a nutshell!
Watergate is a super high gloss micro glitter shimmery blue polish with enough shine to carry you all day long. Ahh, Watergate, those were the days! Just kidding. This is a fairly sheer, but easy to apply polish. This is 3 coats and depending on how opaque or white your free-edge is, you will need 3-4 coats. But it’s easy application and smooth as silk. This kind of formula is great if you have to do more than 2 coats. The outcome is worth it!
iPolish is the most perfect 1-coater glossy white I’ve ever encountered!
iPolish is a fabulous ONE-COATER white creme. You heard that right. It’s SO pigmented, my jaw dropped as I applied it! Square Hue did a fabulous job creating this basic white, and its insane glossiness tops off a perfect…white…glossy…miracle!
Night Fever, a dance floor must-have! Just a little reference to John dancin’ the night away!
I used iPolish under this glittery topcoat with a little dancin’ hit movie reference thrown in for good measure. Dig the dance floor. mirror ball using “Night Fever”, and even the hairy chest under the black shirt w/white suit reference! I think Travolta himself may even approve. 😉
Come back in September for my next SH post on the 09.15 collection, 1980s. Get your Big Hair ready! They ship out on the 1st of the month!
ALSO! SquareHue is now offering a second option for monthly subbies. A2-pack box is now available for $10.99/mo +SH. The 3-packs are still available for $14.99. See site for details!
Subscription price for SquareHue is $14.99/mo +Shipping and Handling out of Miami, Florida. Subbies can choose immediate monthly deliveries or suspend/skip months as they wish. There are other new incentives, see the web site for details.
http://www.squarehue.com. You can also hit them up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and Pinterest.
helpdesk@squarehue.com
SquareHue is focusing their HueGive donations from portions of their proceeds to the prevention awareness, protection of trafficked victims and the prosecution of human traffickers. Five-free. Vegan-Friendly. Cruelty-Free. Made in the USA.
I’m slowly getting back into the swing of things with my swatching and blogging. I managed to grab a few hours before the big move to swatch these and a few others. For some reason, my swatch “non-dominate” hand’s middle digit wants to keep chipping, just millimeters at a time, still frustrating! But now that all the packing, painting, etc is done for now and we are in Texas, my nails can breathe a sigh of relief and I can allow them to regain their original length. Sorry for the odd lengths. I couldn’t bare to trim them any further. 😉
I’m excited I got the Decades Collection July box, 1960, before we left. These three polish colors are wonderful for summertime. Let’s get right to the groovy images!
This month’s The Decades Collection box featuring the 1960s is far out! The in-your-face fuscia Tune In is a satiny fuscia neon. It dries matte but looks amazing alone or with topcoat. Same with the highlighter neon Turn On. It’s a brilliant 2-coater matte, and no white undies required. The purple/blue duochrome with brilliant blue flash shimmer makes this set complete, and oh, so glossy!
Let’s start with Tune In, a neon pink matte.
Tune In is one of those brilliant deep neon pinks that make you love, well, pink! Hard to tell by my photo here, but I put a coat of clear topcoat on the ring finger, but even matte, this color jumps off the nail.
Turn On is also matte, but it’s a brilliant neon yellow/green and I LOVE it! The photo makes it look more yellow, but on the nail it has a bit of green cast.
Turn On is a matte SUPER highlighter yellow/green that can make the most pale look tan! Wow, my camera couldn’t even handle the brightness. Great formula, no white undies needed.
And last but not least, Drop Out. This glossy duochrome is opaque in 2-3 coats, and oh my, that blue flash is crazy!
Drop Out is a fab duochrome purple/blue glossy with brilliant blue flashes. Two coats here!
Come back in August for my next SH post on the 08.15 collection, 1970s. They will most surely be trippy! They ship out on the 1st of the month!
ALSO! SquareHue is now offering a second option for monthly subbies. A2-pack box is now available for $10.99/mo +SH. The 3-packs are still available for $14.99. See site for details!
Subscription price for SquareHue is $14.99/mo +Shipping and Handling out of Miami, Florida. Subbies can choose immediate monthly deliveries or suspend/skip months as they wish. There are other new incentives, see the web site for details.
http://www.squarehue.com. You can also hit them up on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr and Pinterest.
helpdesk@squarehue.com
SquareHue is focusing their HueGive donations from portions of their proceeds to the prevention awareness, protection of trafficked victims and the prosecution of human traffickers. Five-free. Vegan-Friendly. Cruelty-Free. Made in the USA.
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