Pressed! OPI Cosmo-Not Tonight Honey!

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Cosmo-Not Tonight Honey is a pretty nude pale gold metallic color, and when it comes to nude polishes I usually gravitate toward crème formulas, but this color was so pretty, I couldn't resist but to see what it what look like on my nails. Upon application I loved the color, against my skin it comes off extremely nude, with a touch of shimmer, the color is feminine, classy, and conservative to say the least, I shrugged, it will go into my favorites and eventually be worn again...if I remember it's existence, but to my surprise on the first day of wearing it I received a compliment on the color. Interesting. Shown with three coats and OPI RapiDry Quick-Dry Top Coat. $10.50 USD/15ml 0.5 Fl. Oz

Rating

Pigmentation: 5

Longevity: 5

Packaging: 5

Price: 5

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Fashion Friday! One Night In Paris....Las Vegas

 

The Look: One Night In Vegas

Idols Heels in Nude @FashionNova

Mocha Bardot Body Con Dress  @PrettyLittleThing

Paris Purse @Amazon

Madison (61mm Oversized Hexagon Glasses @WestendGirlz

Happy Hour Hoop Earrings @WestendGirlz

 

Pressed! OPI No Turning Back From Pink Street

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No Turning Back From Pink Street is a magenta pink, there is nothing really special about this creme based color. I like have many different variations of pink in my polish collection, so that was my motivation for acquiring this color plus I love the brands nail color quality.  From the first coat the color was streaky, the second coat was streaky, and the third coat seemed like it would pull through but after adding the OPI Rapid Dry Top Coat, and letting the color fully dry, it dried streaky as well. Terribly disappointed, because it is a pretty pink color. But I am not going to give up, because I really like the color so I will go out on a limb and try OPI's Infinite Shine version, and come back hopefully with a more positive review.  

Rating

Pigmentation: 2

Longevity: 3

Packaging: 5

Price: 5

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Pressed! OPI That's Berry Daring

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That's Berry Daring is a bright straight forward fuchsia pink, it is opaque in two coats and offers superior crème coverage, this color is sure to brighten your hands and your mood all year round, it is a fun and light color. Shown with two coats and Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat. Suitable for short square, almond, and stiletto nail shapes. 

Rating

Pigmentation: 5

Longevity: 5

Packaging: 5

Price: 5

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Winter 2020 Edit: Sexy Side Split

Ribbed Black Extreme Split Cap Sleeve Midi Dress

The warm weather may have come to an end but that shouldn't keep your wardrobe from heating up. Keep date nights and girls night out's sexy, by showing a little or a lot of leg. These two dresses from Pretty Little Thing are my favorites. They are affordable and casual.  The Ribbed Black Extreme Split Cap Sleeve Midi Dress shown in US size 4 is perfect for a flirty date night. Black dresses are always a classic night out staple, and the Basic Mauve Ribbed High Neck Split Detail Bodycon Dress shown in US size 4 is great for a night out on the town with the girlz.  This dress can go from day to night, and I love the color, it's uber soft and feminine. 

Rating

Feminine Vixen

The Draw

Legs and Arms

Season

Year Round

Recommendations

Pumps

Booties

High Top Sneakers

Accessories

Dangle Earrings

Hoops

Anklets

Bracelets

Basic Mauve Ribbed High Neck Split Detail Bodycon Dress

 

Pressed! OPI Malaga Wine

 

OPI Malaga Wine is a vamp burgundy wine color, I like it because it deeply reminds me of a lighter and brighter version Jordana's Caberet. Perfect for fall and winter. Shown with two coats and Seche Vite Dry Fast Top Coat. Suitable for short to medium almond or square nail shapes. 

$10.50 USD/15ml 0.5 Fl. Oz

Rating

Pigmentation: 5

Longevity: 5

Packaging: 5

Price: 5

Face it: Simple Everyday Skincare Routine and Recommendations

A good skincare regime is very important especially for me because I wear makeup almost daily. I have a oily t-zone so toning and keeping my skin properly moisturized is crucial. I do not use any of the moisturizing lotions that are available on the market, I have tried them, but they seem to make my skin more oily so I choose to use oils instead, because it seems to counteract this. Below are the products I currently use for my simple skin routine. The products are affordable and beneficial.

Morning and night I wash my face with Pears transparent soap, because it washes away debris without leaving my skin, dry and tight. 

After washing my face I use Assured 100% Natural Witch Hazel to tone and sooth my skin.

Benefits

Tightens pores

Reduces inflammation

Fights acne

Improves skin tone

Recommendations

Do not over use, it can cause skin to dry out. 

Always use a moisturizer afterwards.

Test on a small patch of skin before use, to check for allergic reaction if you have sensitive skin.

After applying the witch hazel I follow up with Dr. Adorable's Red Raspberry Oil because it has natural SPF 28-40 and vitamin E. This oil is light weight and doesn't clog the pores.

Benefits

Anti-aging

Antioxidant

Hydrating

UV Filters

Anti-inflammatory

Vitamin A

Vitamin E

Essential Fatty Acids 

Treatment

Eczema

Psoriasis

Wrinkles

Sagging Skin

Before bed I wash with Pears, I tone my face with Assured 100% Natural Witch Hazel and apply De La Cruz Avocado Oil this oil is thicker and has a lower SPF rating of 4-15 so I prefer to use this oil at night. If feels great on the skin and gives you my skin a healthy glow.

Benefits

Antimicrobial

Antioxidant

Anti-inflammatory

Fatty Acids

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin D 

Vitamin E

Repairs Skin

Treatment

Wounds

Cuts

Damaged Skin

Dry Skin

Stretch Marks 

Sunburn

Eczema

Psoriasis

Winter 2020 Edit: Puff Sleeve Sweater Dress

 

Black Puff-Sleeve Sweater Dress (Small) 

I liked this Forever 21 puff-sleeve sweater dress so much that I bought it in both black and mauve. This knit sweater mini dress features a turtleneck, and long puff shoulder sleeves. Made of rayon, polyester, and nylon, it will have just the right amount of stretch. I picked this dress because I can pair it with heels for a flirty date night or sneakers for day time fun. $24.90 (Final Sale)

Rating

Classic & Feminine 

The Draw

Legs & Shoulders

Season

Fall/Winter

Recommendations

High Top Sneakers

Booties

Strappy Sandal Heels

Accessories

Hoop or Small Post Earrings

Anklets

Mauve Puff-Sleeve Sweater Dress (Small) 

Pressed! OPI A Red-vival City

 

OPI A Red-vival City is a bold orange color leaning towards red and is a unique and one of it's kind, I have no color in my collection like it. It is festive, summery and opaque in two coats. Suitable for short to medium almond or square nail shapes. Perfect for toes  $10.50 USD/15ml 0.5 Fl. Oz

Rating

Pigmentation: 5

Longevity: 5

Packaging: 5

Price: 5

Summer 2020 Edit: One Piece Swimsuit Picks

One piece swimsuits can be sexy too! Here are some of my favorite pieces from @mattecollection that are suitable for all body types. $26.00USD

Alec One Piece- Copper (Small)

Christiano One Piece-Pink (Small)

Ricardo Zipper One Piece (Small)

OPI Infinite Shine 2: V-I-Pink Passes

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OPI V-I-Pink Passes is a bright candy pink and is the perfect spring and summer color. Very fun, flirty and feminine. The color swatches lighter on the nails than in the bottle and is quite sheer, I applied two coats and it is still not opaque.  It is still a cute color though. Shown on the coffin nail shape.  $13.00 USD/15ml 0.5 Fl. Oz

Rating

Pigmentation: 3

Longevity: 5

Packaging: 5

Price: 3

Juvia's Place The Warrior III Palette

  This Juvia's Place palette features seven matte eye shadows and two frosted eye shadows colors. Unlike Warrior I and II this palette, features all bold and vibrant colors with the exception of the two frosty shadows on the bottom row Kongo and Karama.  The second Warrior palette is more earth toned, where the first Warrior palette was more greens and golds. Each palette gives way to create a look that is unique and playful. The Warrior III Palette is very fun and features the always beautiful and unique artwork that draws us in every time. Is anyone else getting Juvia's 2017 Zulu palette vibes? 

 Recommendations

To make the colors in this palette really pop on the eyes. Use a white or cream eye shadow base, pat colors on the lids with your eye shadow brush, to build up intensity.

Rating

Pigmentation: 3
Longevity: 4 
Packaging: 5  
Price: 5

Pros

Unique Colors

Cons
No Mirror

Lots of fall out