You're Flirty for a First Timer, said Essie.

Fresh. Fun. Fabulous. Try something totally unexpected like this adorable newbie green nail lacquer and you'll want to do it again and again.

How awesome is this minty green? It's just screaming to be paired with a pair of navy sailor pants and a white shirt with a pop of yellow from your choice in shoe.

The second I saw this in CVS, I had to have it. I haven't purchased Essie in a few months so this was a nice treat and  fun switch up. And I didn't purchase it alone: Come Here! came with us.

I started with Nail Foundation and added 2 coats of First Timer, with 2 minutes between coat 1 and 2. The finish is creamy and even without streaking and completely opaque. it dried quickly and evenly and I topped it with Hardware ensuring a shiny, protective top seal.

First Timer wore well for a 3-Free polish. It lasted 2.5 days before it showed a small chip. This is a gorgeous shade and I am glad that I was able to add it to my collection. Have you purchased First Timer? I rate this nail colour, from the 2013 Resort collection 4.5 out of 5 stars.

xoxo

•Nancy-Lee

 

OMega Body Buff by Mama Mio is OMazing!

OMega Body Buff uses micro-ground pumice grains in a creamy Sweet Almond Oil moisturizing base. The micro-ground pumice grains are perfectly round and very plentiful, so you can quickly exfoliate on a weekly basis without it feeling like a drama or a drag.

One of the creamiest exfoliators that I have ever used, Mama Mio's OMega is the only body exfoliator that is gentle enough to use on moist facial skin, too! The OMega difference: You apply this product to dry skin and then rinse off. I have added it to my Freeman anti-stress dead sea mineral treatments: as I wait for the masque to dry I apply OMega, after about 10 minutes I step into the shower and rinse it all off, revealing the soft, smooth and bright skin.

See my Freeman Anti-Stress Mask review, here!

OMega goes beyond simple exfoliation, it is serious about taking care of your skin. Packed full of Sweet Almond Oil, Aloe Vera, Chamomile and Vitamin E these ingredients increases cell regeneration, improves strength and elasticity and make my skin super soft.

Retailing for $35 for a 5.1 oz tube, this 2oz travel size was part of my CEW Swag Bag from 2012. I rate OMega a coveted 5 out of 5 stars and it has opened the door to my fascination with Mama Mio and I have already purchased 2 more items!
xoxo
•Nancy-Lee

Turn on Stila's Chandelier and Come Here! exclaimed Essie.

I am having so much fun with nautical this year and all the shades that are generally associated with Spring time, like coral and poppy. Come here! is outrageously outspoken, this nearly neon coral nail polish makes it perfectly clear: nobody does it better. I start with Nailtiques Formula2 as my base coat and apply 2 coats of Come here! waiting 2 minutes between coats. I spice this look up with the addition of Chandelier by Stila Cosmetics on my ring finger. It's such a glam accent. Identified as having a clear base with a strong silver presence and polychromatic assortment of glitter, 3 coats complete the opaque look I am going for. I apply this over Nailtiques alone, not on top of Come Here! I want a pure look not a top coat effect. I adore this look, the creamy and the shiny work so well together. xoxo •Nancy-Lee

 

Angel Kisses Bath Melt from Goat Haus

From a monthly sample subscription, I honestly thought this was soap. I don't know why... Anyhoo it is a fizz bomb. Since I do not take baths I saved it for my DIY manicure/pedicure night. It easily broke into 4 large chunks, rather than crumbling apart, allowing me to add 1/2 of the cube to my sink over the course of my Me Time. I didn't think it was insanely fizzy but there was bubbles which released the ingredients.


Angel Kiss is lightly scented with vanilla and a hint of lavender which was practically undetectable. I found the lack of scent appealing, especially since I burn a candle during my Me Time and I do not want a competing aroma. Highly moisturizing, I could detect shea butter instantly. Also formulated with jojoba oil and goat milk, the sink had a light oily film on the surface. As I pulled my feet from the water-bath they were coated in shea butter which blanketed them in softness. Retailing for $2.50 I rate Angel Kiss 4 stars out of 5.
xoxo
•Nancy-Lee

I Can't Let Go of Mariah Carey and OPI.

I had heard of this collection from Twitter chatter but hadn't actually seen swatches. When I was checking out from my platinum adventure I spotted a few shades for sale and pounced! Can't Let Go, a unique matte purple shade with subtle accents of reflective shimmer. This long wearing liquid sand lacquer dries to a matte finish which means no top coat is necessary! I started with Nail Foundation by Butter London base coat followed by two coats of Can't Let Go and achieved the full opacity, as promised.

The textured polish features both shimmer and larger pieces of glitter for a fun reflective finish. The shade is dreamy and the texture is unique; I love this formula. And don't let the lack of top coat worry you; Can't Let Go stayed chip-free for 3 days! I rate this shade and formula a coveted 5 out of 5 stars and I can't wait for it to pop up in my polish rotation again!! Have you tried this collection, Kitten? Which shade?
xoxo
•Nancy-Lee

Keeping Blonde with Kérastase Résistance Force Architecte

As I write this post, I have gone platinum. It was a 7.5 hour long, very expensive process. And it doesn't end when I walk out the salon door. Specialized upkeep for my intensely processed hair starts with ELIXIR ULTIME, a versatile nourishing oil that provides ultimate shine, softness and nourishment for all hair types - especially mine: a quad bleached platinum 'do. This isn't your typical styling oil. I use it as a pre-cleanse treatment: Apply to brushed hair and rinse out before applying shampoo to remove impurities. For all hair types, this treatment is designed to add softness and strength while smoothing my hair as it Promotes cellular renewal with its anti-oxidant active ingredients blend of four precious scented oils.
A 2012 Best of Beauty Allure Award Winner. 50ML $25.00

The key technology is the OLEO-COMPLEXE:

Maize Oil: Delivers emollient and anti-oxidant active ingredients for ultimate shine 

Pracaxi Oil: Brings shine, nourishment and deep conditioning to the hair 

Camellia Oil: Helps smooth the hair fiber, resulting in incredible shine 

Argan Oil: Helps restore strength to the hair and protects it from external aggressors.

Shampoo, conditioner and pre-cleanse oil.

I have a lot of hair, so I make several 'parts' and apply a few drops per part and massage into my scalp. I let set a few minutes and step into the shower, rinse and shampoo as normal. The oil is lightweight and very lightly scented. It rinses and shampoos out completely - I have never felt like I have an oily scalp after using this as a pre-cleanse treatment and it does not cause me to break out.

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Lips to Tips : A YSL Manicure set

The day before Franci and I were going to attend the Nordstrom Trend Show, their Spring Beauty catalogue arrived at my home. Flipping through the pages I came across a rare YSL Gift with Purchase: Spend $90 on nail or lip products and receive a limited edition mani / pedi set. I found the timing impeccable as I am in the market for new mani tools and was hoping I could find a set I could travel with or at least toss in my bag.

Win this Skinn Cosmetics Swag Bag worth +$200

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FROM SKINN COSMETICS & BeautyARMY!!

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No purchase necessary, Kitten!

Sweepstakes open May 8 - May 22, 2013.

If you are the lucky random winner, you are going to receive

8 FULL SIZE products worth more than $200.

(1) Collagenesis $48.50
(1) DermAppeal $35.00
(1) Olive & Enzyme Cleanser $24.00
(1) Hand Restore $32.50
(1) Smudge Stick, Black $15.00
(1) Glosstick, Cherry $12.50
(1) Bright Eyes $12.00
(1) Eyeshadow palette *12 shades*, Seduction $32.00

Good luck, Gorgeous!!!
xoxo
•Nancy-Lee

A Spring Shopping Spree at Valley Fair.

Warning: This is picture heavy!

Valley Fair has always been a lovely mall and the longer I live here the more it is becoming an amazingly couture shopping destination. I like to go to the mall to browse around and get out of the house. This day, I had a few gift cards and coupons burning a hole in my pocketbook... Join me as I take you on a little fashion haul, just in time for Juicy Couture's new store opening! They are relocating across the hall and I am attending the New Store Opening tonight - make sure you are following me on Instagram for pictures from the event!

Image: TheLimited.com

It starts with The Limited. My rediscovered fascination with The Limited added 2 bottoms to my closet: A gorgeous, 50's inspired pencil skirt. This sunshine yellow has been kissed with acid but not slobbered on. The shade is more electric then pastel. White polka dots and piping really make this skirt pop and the slit up the back of the leg is not only sexy, it enables more movement. I am 5' 2" so this skirt hits me mid-knee. I am now on the hunt for a flattering blue peplum top!