Nail Vinyls Storage

Hey guys!

Today I want to show you how I store my nail vinyls!

Most of my nail vinyls are from Snail Vinyls and Glam My Mani.

I use this adorable, little photo album intended for polaroid pictures to store my nail vinyls. The album is around 10 cm high and found on eBay (I bought it from this link).

I think this is such a smart and cute way to store nail vinyls and stencils. The only down-side is that you have to cut up the sheets to fit into the album.

What do you guys think about this storage idea?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Essie Sleek Stick Nail Stickers

Hey guys!

Today I have a review of the Essie Sleek Stick Nail Stickers in the color 09 Stickers and Stones, which is nail stickers in a taupe color with a vertical silver glitter gradient.

The package contains 18 nail stickers in various sizes, 1 nail file, and 1 instruction sheet.

The nail stickers are really difficult to apply to the nails, because they are so thick. This results in a somewhat wrinkled look on the nails, which is a shame. I really like that color and design of the nail stickers though.

Usually I would use a top coat to smoothen out the small imperfections and wrinkles, but when I attempted that, they wrinkled up even more (as on the picture below)!

I think it is unfortunate that they are not working with top coat, as it means that they won't be longwearing on the nails (as advertised on the packaging).

All in all, I am really disappointed with these nail stickers. They are really pretty in the package, but they do not apply well and they look awful on the nails.
What do you guys think about these nail stickers? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Depend // First Impression

Hey guys!

I recently won a competition on Instagram and the price was a variety of Depend products that I have decided to review today!

First up I tried the Cuticle Peeling from the 3-Step Action nail care kit.

I normally use the Sally Hansen Instant Cuticle Remover to remove my cuticles and compared to this I was happily surprised by the Depend Cuticle Peeling. It does what is promises and it is really easy to use. I especially liked that you use the nail brush from the set to remove the dead skin cells. Definitely not the last time I use this!

Next up I tested the Mud Mask.

Except for the long dry time I like this product as well - I do not think I am going to use it a lot though, but it is nice to have in your collection and it does what it promises.

Then I tested the 7day Starter Kit with the color Lady Bug Love.

I am ecstatic about the quality of this kit! The dry time is amazing, it is easy to use, and the polish applies like butter! The only negative thing I have found (so far) is that the top coat does drag the polish a bit even though it is dry. 

All in all, I am so happy with the quality of these products from Depend. 

What do you guys think about these products? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.

- Louise

Indie Nail the Mail Box

Hey guys!

Today I have the Indie Nail the Mail Box for October to share with you!

Nail the Mail is a Danish nail polish shop that ships to most of Europe. They made these monthly nail polish subscription boxes - a Indie Box and a Mixed Box. Usually the indie box contains two polishes - one handmade indie nail polish made just for the box and one indie nail polish from one of the bigger indie makers, but this month there are three polishes. It also contains a little something extra for nail care or nail art.
You guys can read more about the boxes here.

The October box contains: Appeal4 Pinky Pine, Appeal4 Coconut Pine, Ms. Sparkle Princess Diaries, and the little something extra is Vølve Cuticle Creme.

First up is Pinky Pine, which is a pink creme with a purple shimmer.
The formula was amazing and easy to apply. The opacity was not that good though and it needed three thicker coats for full coverage. Fortunately the dry time was great, so the three coats was bearable.
This color is so pretty and I love the subtle shimmer!

Next up is Coconut Pine - matte, white hex glitters in various sizes in a clear base.
The polish was really easy to apply and the glitter pay-off was fantastic with no digging needed!
Above is one coat of Coconut Pine over Pinky Pine.
I love a good matte glitter and this polish is no exception.

Lastly is Ms. Sparkle Princess Diaries, which is a white crelly with pink shimmer, metallic shards, and a holographic finish.
The formula was a little on the thick and gloopy side, but it was okay to apply. The opacity was good and it was opaque in three thin coats.
This shade is really special, but I do not know if I like it. Maybe without the metallic shards?

The little something extra is Vølve Cuticle Creme. It smells delicious and I really look forward to trying it. Let me know in the comments if you want a full review on this!

Overall I am happy with this month's indie Nail the Mail box!
What do you guys think about it? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Ps. this box is sponsored by Nail the Mail, but everything I write is my honest opinion.

Indie Nail the Mail Box

Hey guys!

Today it is time for the Indie Nail the Mail Box from september!
Nail the Mail is a new Danish nail polish shop that ships to most of Europe. They made these monthly nail polish subscription boxes - a Indie Box and a Mixed Box. The indie box will contain two polishes - one handmade indie nail polish made just for the box, one indie nail polish from one of the bigger indie makers and a little something extra for nail care or nail art.
You guys can read more about the boxes here.

The september box contains Appeal4 no. 143 Lucky Robin, Paws by Eddie Da Firenze, and a little something extra: a glass nail file.

First up is Paws by Eddie Da Firenze, which is a purple scattered holo with a fantastic sweet lemon candy scent!
The formula was amazing - not to thick and not to thin. The opacity was great as well and it was opaque in two thin coats. It dries (in no time) to a satin finish, so if you want a shiny finish you will need a top coat.
I am seriosly in love with this polish! It is perfect!

The second polish of the box is Appeal4 Lucky Robin - a brick red creme.
The formula was good and it was easy to apply. It was opaque in two layers, so the opacity was good as well!
This color will be great for fall!

The little something extra is this cute pink gradient glass file! You can never have to many files (I have one in each of my purses in case I break a nail on the go) and glass files are definitely the best!

This month box was amazing and I cannot wait for next month!
What do you guys think about this months Nail the Mail box? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Ps. this box is sponsored by Nail the Mail, but everything I write is my honest opinion.

My Collection

Hey guys!

Today I would like to show you guys my nail polish collection!
In my little nail polish corner I have two IKEA Helmers (one with nail polish and one with everything else related to nail polish), a light box, a lamp, and a shelf.

My nail polish corner

My shelf with my untrieds, YSLs, Louboutin, and mani essentials

And now onto what's inside the first Helmer with nail polish!

Drawer 1: top coats, base coats, cuticle oils, black, grays, whites,
the entire Essie Luxeffect collection, and sheers

Drawer 2: blues, teals, and mints

Drawer 3: purples and pinks

Drawer 4: reds, oranges, and yellows

Drawer 5: greens, browns, taupes, and nudes

Drawer 6: metallics and glitters

And the second Helmer with nail polish accessories.

Drawer 1: stamping equipment and mani essentials

Drawer 2: brushes, dotting tools, tweezers, loose glitter, striping tape,
stickers, studs, pearls, and rhinestones 

Drawer 3: files, buffers, make-up sponges, orange sticks,
nail scissors, cuticle removers, nail brush, and no-rub gel (review coming up)

Drawer 4: glasses for acetone and water marble, macro lens, DIY earrings,
empty nail polish bottles, decals, foil, and half-moon stickers

Drawer 5: nail wheels (used and unused), dryer monkey, high-lighters,
travel cases, and nail polish

Drawer 6 (part I): Nail It! magazines and temporary tattoos

Drawer 6 (part II): acrylic paint, liquid latex, and anti-slip mat

I hope you guys liked this quick walkthrough of my nail polish collection!
If you have any questions, let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Foil

Hi girls!

Today I made a simple, blue gradient using nail foil.

For the manicure I started off with nail foil glue on all my nails. Then I waited 5 minutes (till when it went clear) before I applied the nail foil to the nails, pressed firmly, and I took it off.

The nail foil glue I used for this manicure is from Born Pretty Store. It comes in an 8 ml. bottle (#9341) as seen in the picture above.
I like this nail foil glue as it is really easy to use (you just have to wait until it turns clear), it does what it  promises, and you get a lot for your money (it is a big bottle and a lot of uses for only $4.59)!
If you want to buy something in Born Pretty Store remember to use my coupon code SXKQ10 to get 10% off your entire order and free international shipping. Click here to see their nail art products.

Even though the manicure did not turn out perfect, I like the result anyway.
What do you guys think about this foil gradient? Let me know in the comment!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Nail Polish Earrings

Hey guys!

Today I have something different to show you guys - nail polish earrings!

You'll need the following to make the earrings:
- Nail polish (of course)
- Glass cabochons
- Earring blanks
- Super glue

If you want to make some nail art on the earring and not just paint them with one polish, you'll need dotting tools, make-up sponges, nail art brushes etc.

It is actually pretty easy to make the earrings; you reverse what you do when doing nail art, meaning you start with the nail art you would have finished it with on the nail and finish with the base.

I already made 10 pairs; 5 with nail polish and 5 with nail art:
1. Red with white polka dots
2. Pink gradient
3. Space
4. Leopard
5. Stamping
6. piCture pOlish Darcy
7. piCture pOlish O'hara
8. piCture pOlish Freya's Cats
9. Dance Legend T-1000
10. Essie Set in Stones + Essie Ruffles & Feathers

I need to order more cabochons and earring blanks ASAP, as I already have some more nail art ideas (ying/yang, snowflake and cherries) and nail polish ideas (Essie Shine of the Times, piCture pOlish Forget Me Not and piCture pOlish Paris).

What do guys think about these nail polish earrings? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Wax Pen Review

Hi girls!

Today I have a review of some wax pens from the Born Pretty Store to share with you guys!

Wax pens are practical nail tools that are becoming more and more popular in the nail art world. They are used to pick up and place rhinestones, studs, beads and other nail art decorations on to your manicures.

The wax pens I received from the Born Pretty Store (#3975) came unsharpened, but when I had sharpened them like I would a normal pencil, they worked like a charm! They are made of soft wax, which need to be moistened a little at the very tip before it can stick to and hold the studs, but after that they can pick up pretty much any size studs - from the biggest ones (as in the picture) to the smallest beads. They come in packs of two and they are really cheap (only $1.99)!

If you want to buy something in the Born Pretty Store remember to use my coupon code SXKQ10 to get 10% off on your entire order and free international shipping! Click here to see their nail art products.

I love how easy these wax pens are to use - so much better than tweezers. They are really useful and a must-have for a nail art addict like myself.
What do you girls think about this nail art tool? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Born Pretty Store

Hello ladies!

I am so exited to share some news with you guys: Born Pretty Store contacted me and asked if they could send me some of their nail art products for me to try out and review! I have always loved the store and have bought nail art products and jewelry in there numerous times before, so of course I said yes!

They told me I could pick three nail art product in their store to try out and here is the product I have been looking at so far.

#3975
These picker pens made of soft white wax are used to easily pick up studs and rhinestones and place them perfectly on your manicure.

#5003
This nail art wheel has all kinds of gold and silver studs in different shapes and sizes.

#8644
This nail art wheel has round and square studs in gold and silver with a delicate print on them.

#12408
These nail art wheels have neon and pastel studs in different shapes and sizes.
I really love these and they are definitely on top of my wish list!

Pattern #1

Pattern #2

Pattern #3

Pattern #4

#12411
This nail art wheel has different sizes of round studs in gold and silver.

I really cannot decide which three product to pick - they are all so amazing!
Which products do you girls think I should choose? Let me know in the comments!

Born Pretty Store also gave me a 10% off coupon code to share with you guys: SXKQ10.

Stay polished.
- Louise