CND Solar Oil

Hey guys!

Today I have a review of my absolute favourite cuticle oil to share with you - CND Solar Oil.
Solar Oil is an award-winning cuticle oil and it is infused with jojoba oil and vitamin E.

Solar Oil is the most moisturizing cuticle oil I have ever tried and it absorbs into the skin really fast. It smells deliciously of marzipan or sweet almonds. I use this 1-3 times a day (closer to 3 times a day in the colder months and closer to 1 time a day in the warmer months) for perfect cuticles and stronger nails.

It is available in a lot of sizes and I have it in three different sizes. I always have the smallest one in my bag - it is perfect for fixing dry nails on the go.

What do you guys think about this review of my all time favourite cuticle oil?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Essie Treat Love & Color

Hey guys!

Today I have a review of two of the four new Treat Love & Color shades by Essie.
The Treat Love & Color series are nail strengtheners with a little color and a subtle shimmer.

First off I have Laven-dearly to share with you!
Laven-dearly is a sheer lavender shade with a subtle purple and magenta shimmer.

Next is Treat Me Bright, which is a sheer milky white with a subtle aqua blue and purple shimmer.

Close up!

And now for the review!
Essie recommends using two coats of these on clean and dry nails, but I only used one layer for the swatches above, as I think it is prettier that way.
These Treat Love & Color polishes gives the nails a beautiful barely-there look with a subtle shimmer, which is also totally work appropriate. I love how you can strengthen your nails while they get a beautiful polished look at the same time.
The dry time is amazing as well which is perfect, as you can apply a quick coat of this and be out the door in no time.

What do you guys think about these Treat Love & Color shades by Essie?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Appeal4 Nude Nail Booster

Hey guys!

Today I have a swatch and review of the Appeal4 Nude Nail Booster to share with you!

This product is really cool - you just apply it onto your naked nails and you have a nude look that strengthens your nails while it is on! It dries really fast, so there is no need for top coat - just apply a coat or two and you are good to go. On the picture below I used two coats with no top coat.

I like this look a lot, even though I think it would look even better on longer nails.

What do you guys thinks about this product?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

ÜNT Ready for Takeoff (Peel Off base coat)

Hey guys!

Today I have a review of ÜNT Ready for Takeoff (Peel Off base coat) to share with you.
Removing glitter polish is an eternal struggle, but this base coat makes the removal so much easier!

I decided to test it with this glitter mani (I used Essie Butler Please and Essie Set in Stones).

Now for the review: the dry time is the only downside to this miracle product - it takes 4 to 5 minutes to dry, but I recommend you wait a few more minutes before applying the polish. Other than that it is an amazing peel off base coat - it is easy to apply and even easier to remove (check out the weirdly satisfying peelies below).

I am so ecstatic over this base coat - it works amazingly!
What do you guys think about this product? Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

Depend Hand Spa 3-Step Treatment Kit

Hey guys!

Today I have a review of the Depend Hand Spa 3-Step Treatment Kit* to share with you, which is a luxurious spa treatment in three steps that cleans, moisturizes and protects the hands.

The first step is the handpeeling.
Except for the long dry-time of five minutes and the strong odor I like this product - it does what it promises and it is easy to use.

The second step is the moisturizing gel.
After the hand peeling this moisturizing gel is perfect - it cools and moisturizes the hands.

The third and last step is the silk lotion.
This creme has a speciel odor as well, but it is great on the hands (and the odor goes away once dry).

All in all I like this treatment kit - you get a lot for your money (it is really cheap), it is easy to use and it does everything it promises!
What do you guys think about this set? Would you consider trying it?
Let me know in the comments!

Stay polished.
- Louise

*This kit is sponsored by Depend but everything I write in this review is my honest opinion.

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.

Nail Care Routine

Hi girls!

Today I have a different kind of post for you - I will show and tell you guys about my nail care routine.

My nail care essentials

First thing first: nail shape. I use a cheap, regular nail file to shape my nails in the shape called square nails. It is pretty simple really - you just have to file your nails straight across. I never cut my nails, because it makes them split at the tip, but I file my nails about once or twice a week (with nail polish on as a guide).

Naked nails

When I am done filling my nails, I take off my nail polish with a regular nail polish remover with acetone. I have no preferences yet, so unfortunately I cannot recommend anything. If I am wearing a glitter polish I soak my nails in pure acetone for about two or three minutes. I always wash my hands thoroughly after removing my nail polish.

After that is done I use one of my OPI Cuticle Sticks to push back my cuticles and afterwards I apply my Essie Apricot Oil to my cuticles (amazing product!). If my hands is a little dry, I also use a regular hand cream to moisturize my hands - again no preferences.

After the cream and oil is completely dry, I apply my OPI Nail Envy. It is amazing and it works perfectly - it really strengthens my nails. I also use it as a base coat.

And that is it! Pretty simple routine really - nothing big.
What do you girls do to take care of your nails? Let me know in the comments!

xoxo
- Louise.