Showing posts with label mani/pedi. Show all posts
Showing posts with label mani/pedi. Show all posts
April 15, 2012
Best nails ever!
So I'm officially a Shellac addict. I started getting Shellac manicures about a year ago and have not gone back since. For those of you who don't know, Shellac manicures are colored gels, which means they protect your nails and don't come off with regular nail polish remover (they have to be soaked in acetone). If you get them done right (and believe me, I've seen people get them done wrong), they should last at least 2 weeks. Mine last 3 - 4 weeks (though I'll admit the 4th week is a bit of a stretch sometimes). So last time I went to the manicurist, they offered me the OPI colored gels instead of the Shellac ones (same idea, different brand). This is OPI's second attempt and I have to say I'm impressed! It's lasted with similar durability to Shellac, and the best part is that it comes in more colors! This may be a new move for me.
May 19, 2010
the BEST fast drying nail polish ever
Today I am here to go on and on about one of my favorite products: Seche Vite Fast Drying Top Coat (www.seche.com).
It is amazing. In 15 minutes flat, your nails will not only be dry, they will be durable. I can do my nails, and literally walk out the door to work or for a night out. I have chipped them against my keys, against my seatbelt, against my pockets. Only when I have not waited the 10 - 15 minutes have I had smudges or dents in my nail color.
Con: really hard to find in Canada. If you live in the US, it's available at Sally Beauty Supply and Ulta.
It also comes with a warning that has made me do a little research. It "contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm." I have seen the online blog debates, but research into the ingredient list has shown me that it is most likely toluene that causes this warning. Toluene can cause those side effects if you inhale its' fumes for long periods of time. (Note: I cannot scientifically attest to this, as I am relying on online sources, but I feel confident that as long as I don't sniff it for long periods of time, I'm good.) Of course, when I left a bottle in my car and it froze and broke the bottle, leaving my car smelly for a week or so, that probably wasn't so good.
However, for use on your nails, just make sure you use it in a well-ventilated area and I think you're good. I used to live in California, and they're a tad bit lawsuit-crazy, thus the warning.
I hope you all enjoy this wonderful product. I even take it to my manicurist and make her use it.
It is amazing. In 15 minutes flat, your nails will not only be dry, they will be durable. I can do my nails, and literally walk out the door to work or for a night out. I have chipped them against my keys, against my seatbelt, against my pockets. Only when I have not waited the 10 - 15 minutes have I had smudges or dents in my nail color.
Con: really hard to find in Canada. If you live in the US, it's available at Sally Beauty Supply and Ulta.
It also comes with a warning that has made me do a little research. It "contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm." I have seen the online blog debates, but research into the ingredient list has shown me that it is most likely toluene that causes this warning. Toluene can cause those side effects if you inhale its' fumes for long periods of time. (Note: I cannot scientifically attest to this, as I am relying on online sources, but I feel confident that as long as I don't sniff it for long periods of time, I'm good.) Of course, when I left a bottle in my car and it froze and broke the bottle, leaving my car smelly for a week or so, that probably wasn't so good.
However, for use on your nails, just make sure you use it in a well-ventilated area and I think you're good. I used to live in California, and they're a tad bit lawsuit-crazy, thus the warning.
I hope you all enjoy this wonderful product. I even take it to my manicurist and make her use it.
February 14, 2010
starting with a rave
As I sit down to finally enter the world of blogging, I decided it would be best to start off with a positive note. I apologize in advance for the caveman-like formatting (I am completely blog-illiterate). Seeing as I don't know anyone who will read my blog, maybe it won't matter...
In 2010, my favorite things so far are:
1. Container Store's cereal to-go containers = ingenious! Instead of carrying around 2 containers + a spoon, it's now all compacted into 1 container that fits in my cup holder.
http://www.containerstore.com/shop/kitchen/foodontheGo/foodContainers?productId=10022692
2. Pedicures where the pedicure chair gives you a massage. 'Nuff said.
3. The Bay department store: because they care about their existing customers. N's jacket broke 2 months after we bought it (not ideal when it's winter in Canada). The clothing company refused to answer my e-mails and calls, but after 3 weeks of non-response, I stopped by the Bay on a whim and asked if they could do anything about it. The Bay is fixing the jacket for us. They actually care about their customers. That made my day :)
In 2010, my favorite things so far are:
1. Container Store's cereal to-go containers = ingenious! Instead of carrying around 2 containers + a spoon, it's now all compacted into 1 container that fits in my cup holder.
http://www.containerstore.com/shop/kitchen/foodontheGo/foodContainers?productId=10022692
2. Pedicures where the pedicure chair gives you a massage. 'Nuff said.
3. The Bay department store: because they care about their existing customers. N's jacket broke 2 months after we bought it (not ideal when it's winter in Canada). The clothing company refused to answer my e-mails and calls, but after 3 weeks of non-response, I stopped by the Bay on a whim and asked if they could do anything about it. The Bay is fixing the jacket for us. They actually care about their customers. That made my day :)
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