Girly thread vs. r*N*r's nang nails!!!

[Samadhi]

A really great tip for cleaning up the skin around nails after painting (i may have posted it before), that my nail tech gave me is to invest in a decent flat small paint brush (something like a flat eye shadow brush but maybe something a little more robust) - like this:

and then tip a small amount of nail polish remover into a small cup (i'm thinking something like a condiment bowl), dip the brush and use it to brush of the excess polish. Because of the flat brush, you can get really close to the nail without actually brushing it. I've seen this being done and it's really effective (and cheaper than buying polish remover pens?).

 

[Blondie]

I was curious at the grocery store today, so I bought this:

I really like it so far. I was worried about the texture of the scrublet but turns out it's really soft rubber and does feel pretty good on your skin. I'm weary of the Garnier Nutrisse one that is similar but has a brush, seems to me like it would be too harsh for delicate facial skin.

What do you ladies suggest as far as skin care to protect against aging? I'm only 21 an don't have any signs of aging (yet) but it is something I worry about and want to protect myself against. I already use a moisturizer with SPF, and I'm pretty good about sunscreen when I know I will be outside, but does anyone have any advice or product recommendations?

I am also 21 and personally I feel more comfortable using products for "mature skin" for prevention purposes. I like to use anti-aging serums, eye creams, facial cream, night cream, etc. I can recommend specific products if you would like.

 

[Blondie]

Do you girls walk well in heels? I find I can't walk very well unless the heel is shorter and stumpier like this:

I'd love to be able to wear this:

But I don't think I will be able to.
I also find myself constantly wanting MORE makeup, shoes, clothes, bags... and I've never been a materialistic person either so I'm hoping this is just girl syndrome!

Wedges are a fabulous option if you want more height yet with balance! Personally, I wear stiletto heels everyday and I only wear heels that are 4'' and up. Yes, everyone thinks I'm crazy (literally everyone, strangers, family, friends, my dog..etc) I can't get over how they elongate my legs and that reason alone is enough for me!

 

[CHiLD-0F-THE-BEAT]

^Agreed. Wedges are my fall-back, as I can wear them (at a stretch) to work and out without freaking out that I'll roll my ankle or have to take them off because of the pain.

 

[Blondie]

^^ Ahh yes, that's gonna save a whole heap of money!
You'll have to post some pics when she gets more creative


So I tried the layered manicure technique. As you can see it's hard to blend the layers properly so that you can't see the distictive boundary between the separate layers, particularly when you change to the darker shade. I found that if I had the brush almost completely dry (i.e. only a teensy bit of polish on it) it was much easier to blend it properly. I used OPI Sonic Bloom as the base and did 3 layers of that, then used OPI Sea I Told You for the last 2 layers.

Not bad for a first go

C0TB, what's the deal with jelly polishes? I haven't heard about them before!

Have you tried applying the varnish with a sponge? I find it's super-easy to do the ombre/layered mani if you use a sponge-wedge (not for the initial base coat, of course)

 

[Blondie]

^Agreed. Wedges are my fall-back, as I can wear them (at a stretch) to work and out without freaking out that I'll roll my ankle or have to take them off because of the pain.

I've been attempting to get into wearing wedges since they are more comfortable, so I searched for the perfect pair of wedges (Tory Burch)......but then......I learned..

they no longer have the pair with the gold logo because they are from last season.

I'm tempted but just give in and buy the new wedges with the silver logo, but they just won't match!!!!

 

[Blondie]

The old thread is here.



Oh my god I WANT THEM!!

Is that a Minx mani? :D

oops, I was asking about those lovely silver nails rNr's?

 

[n3ophy7e]

Have you tried applying the varnish with a sponge? I find it's super-easy to do the ombre/layered mani if you use a sponge-wedge (not for the initial base coat, of course)

Ooh no I haven't, great idea hun, thanks!

P.S haven't seen you around these parts for a while lovely, how are you?



PT that helmet photo is the CUTEST thing ever!!! You are adorable :D
Love the smokey purple by the way

 

[chrissie]

The nang nails were press-ons!

WB, Blondie, haven't seen you around in a while

 

[Perpetual Indulgence]

Don't know about you other ladies who wear specs but my eyesight is appalling for applying neat eye make up.

I have a fair amount of nearsightedness (-6.50). I used to have to almost kiss the mirror to see what the hell I was doing. With practice that is no longer the case. My glasses minimize the size of my eyes so lower eye liner is a no no. It makes my eyes look like piss holes in the snow.

 

[Fawkes]

has anyone seen the MAC Wonder Woman collection to debut Feb 10? how cute would you look applying these?!

 

[DamagedLemon]

Hi girls!

Epic day today, thought I would share with you my new buys and also new nail colours ^_^

Toenails

Fingernails

Chunky heels

Purse!

Baaag

One shoulder maxi dress, this I loooove but the picture isn't very clear. Obviously I have to get it altered though because it goes over my toes lol.

Our mess before we left the shop.

 

[DamagedLemon]

Oh and also,

I'm currently using

Bourjois Waterproof Mascara

Maybelline Gel Eyeliner

Very good makeup, highly recommended.

 

[ocean]

^I love the blue on your toes!!!!
What is it?!?!

 

[Perpetual Indulgence]

DL, I like everything except the shoes
TOO chunky for me.

 

[fizzle]

Gel liner?? I havent heard of that, it looks really nice! I love the new bag :D

 

[DamagedLemon]

Fizzle - Thanks! Do you have gel liner where you are? It's like a little paintbrush and you paint your liner on, really easy to use and lasts all day and all night without smudging!

Ocean - I'm not sure what colour exactly, I found it at the manicure shop. It's by Opi though!

PI - Thanks lol. I love chunky heels but don't own a pair so I figured I'd get one!

 

[Perpetual Indulgence]

Ah...much easier to walk in too!

 

[CHiLD-0F-THE-BEAT]

My glasses minimize the size of my eyes so lower eye liner is a no no. It makes my eyes look like piss holes in the snow.

There is definitely a particular technique to doing make-up when you're wearing glasses. I have a completely different approach when I know I'll be wearing mine. Hm, sounds like another tutorial coming on!

has anyone seen the MAC Wonder Woman collection to debut Feb 10? how cute would you look applying these?!

I saw these the other week and I am SO SO SO keen to get a lipstick. They look amazing, I have nfi how MAC make their product lines so darn spot on all the time! Love it.

In other news, my debut beauty article was published online today! Go forth and read! Haha, I'm such a beauty whore.

 

[Fawkes]

There is definitely a particular technique to doing make-up when you're wearing glasses. I have a completely different approach when I know I'll be wearing mine. Hm, sounds like another tutorial coming on!

though, i don't wear glasses (i need to), i'm sure many a women would be much appreciative for such a tutorial.


one of my goals this year was to become more organized and time-efficient and what better way to start with my cosmetics. i looked for some ideas on storing my make-up brushes since it's such a pain to bring out my envelope case each time but too gross to throw them altogether in a drawer. so i ran across a lot of ladies that store them Sephora-style. see my interpretation below: