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Essie Resort 2013: NOTD with Under Where?

April 21st, 2013 · Beauty

Oh, Essie… you and your catchy product names. Under Where? is part of the current Resort collection for 2013. This pink toned lilac creme just glows. I had to have it. I picked it up this weekend at Ulta and immediately painted it on. That is, after also picking up a refill of Zoya Remove +, which I swear by. I was all out. Emergency status for those of us who change our polish every few days.

The formula is really fabulous: thin enough to make the painting process super fast, with full opacity after two coats. Not streaky at all– that can be a problem with some of the beautiful cremes. Not this one!

 

See what I mean? This color has such a beautiful pink base that makes it so much brighter than most lilacs. I compared Under Where? to everything in my stash, and nothing comes close. However, from other pictures I have seen, Under Where? looks like a dead on dupe for Butter London Molly Coddled, from their recent Sweetie Shop collection. I love both brands, so if they truly are as similar as they appear to be, go with the Essie as you can (almost) buy two of those for the price of one Butter.

Under Where? is a winner in my book.

xoxo, Emma

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Shades of Spring: New Revlon Lip Butters!

April 14th, 2013 · Beauty, Emma's Thoughts

Revlon lip butters are among my favorite lip products. They boast a creamy formula that my lips love, a color range that runs from neutral to vibrant and superb quality for a great price ($6-7 US a pop). All have a somewhat glossy finish, similar to what you’d expect from a MAC lustre lipstick. Many of you already know and love your lip butters, and like me, have been eagerly awaiting the release of new shades. This spring, Revlon offers up four: Wild Watermelon, Sorbet, Juicy Papaya and Pink Lemonade.

Left to right: Wild Watermelon, Sorbet, Pink Lemonade, Juicy Papaya

Wild Watermelon and Sorbet are both incredibly pigmented, and are excellent choices if you are into brights, but could do without the oft-associated fuss of precise application (these are effortless). Though Juicy Papaya is less saturated, it’s still gorgeous– my pick for everyday wear. I recommend Pink Lemonade to everyone who loves a nude lip.

Wild Watermelon: not quite red, not quite pink (watermelon sums it up nicely).

Sorbet: beautiful juicy fuchsia!

Pink Lemonade: slightly frosted, warm pale pink. Classic.

Juicy Papaya: orange in the tube, applies as a rosy coral on my lips. Slap it on and go.

I’m glad that I picked up each of these. They are all so very spring, don’t you think?

Which one is your favorite?

xoxo, Emma

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Into the ocean with Essie Dive Bar

March 24th, 2013 · Beauty

For the past few days I have worn Essie Dive Bar on my nails, a gorgeous shimmering deep green that reminds me of the depths of the ocean. Flecks of blue, emerald and turquoise swirl together to form a decadent color that applies like buttah. The color is dark enough to work for nearly any occasion without jumping out as an obvious green, and unique enough to deserve a second glance. If you love OPI Yoga-Ta Get This Blue!, know that you also need Dive Bar. This color is pure elegance. Mysterious.

 

I am slightly ashamed to admit that Dive Bar sat on my acrylic polish rack for months, unopened. Glad that I finally took her out for a spin. She will make a reappearance very soon, I assure you!

What are you wearing on your nails today?

xoxo, Emma

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