Showing posts with label nail art. Show all posts
Showing posts with label nail art. Show all posts
Sorry for the silence this week Face Value Friends, it's been a hectic one at work. I'm talking 13 hour days and multiple KFC visits. THANK GOD FOR THE WEEKEND (she says whilst eating more chicken)
Fortunately, during this busy time, my nails proved to be one less thing to worry about because I've been wearing a pair of fantastic Ted Baker nail wraps which lasted all week! Boom.
I was never a fan of nail wraps before - I couldn't apply them properly, I ended up with bubbles underneath and then they would just peel off leaving a sticky mess, beauty booo!
HOWEVER. Times change! Armed with a decent set of wraps and some better know-how (which I'm going to share with you, obvs!) these Ted Baker nail wraps stayed on for a full 5 days without chips, peeling or any issues!
Let's have a look shall we?
Fortunately, during this busy time, my nails proved to be one less thing to worry about because I've been wearing a pair of fantastic Ted Baker nail wraps which lasted all week! Boom.
I was never a fan of nail wraps before - I couldn't apply them properly, I ended up with bubbles underneath and then they would just peel off leaving a sticky mess, beauty booo!
HOWEVER. Times change! Armed with a decent set of wraps and some better know-how (which I'm going to share with you, obvs!) these Ted Baker nail wraps stayed on for a full 5 days without chips, peeling or any issues!
Let's have a look shall we?
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Teeny Houses On My Nails - Ted Baker Nail Wraps!
Everyone has a weakness and when it comes to my weakness, all I see is blue circles.... Blue circles, white writing - yes my friends, I'm talking about the siren call of a shop named Boots.
I don't know what it is but I can't go to Boots without buying more than I intended to. Even if it's boring crap like mouthwash (dull yet ESSENTIAL) , I always end up spending more than I planned! Please tell me this happens to you too?! Ho wait, perhaps you have an inkling of self control.
Given my weakness, imagine how happy I am when it comes to special offers and the latest 3 for 2 mix and match cosmetics is one of my all-time favourites! Give me ALL the cosmetics, gimme gimme gimmeee.
So, what did I get?? Recognise any of these?
So, what did I get?? Recognise any of these?
No7 Lash Impact Mascara.
First up is the new No7 Lash Impact mascara - how cool is the packaging??! Reminds me a bit of Christmas though - or Dorothy shoes... How good is it on your lashes though?
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Boots No7 & Revlon 3 for 2 Makeup Haul!
It's here! My second proper YouTube video! I got a lot of lovely comments on my What I Wore To The Wedding post last week and a lot of people had been asking me about how I did my nails.
Here's the secret - it's actually really easy! DONT TELL ANYONE. There is actually a more complex way to do ombre nails properly but if you're a nail art novice or if you only have 10 minutes then THIS is the method for you.
All you need is two nail polishes and a piece of sponge.
The rest.... is all in this video! It's very short, less than 5 minutes - so take a look!
If you like what you see, please give it a LIKE on YouTube and Subscribe to the Face Value Beauty Blog YouTube channel here.
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Here's the secret - it's actually really easy! DONT TELL ANYONE. There is actually a more complex way to do ombre nails properly but if you're a nail art novice or if you only have 10 minutes then THIS is the method for you.
All you need is two nail polishes and a piece of sponge.
The rest.... is all in this video! It's very short, less than 5 minutes - so take a look!
If you like what you see, please give it a LIKE on YouTube and Subscribe to the Face Value Beauty Blog YouTube channel here.
Follow me on : Twitter ¦ Facebook ¦ Bloglovin' ¦ Instagram ¦ Google + ¦ GFC (below)
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DIY Ombre Nail Tutorial using Essie & Models Own
So for Christmas I got this fabulous Nails Inc Bling It On Rocks Kit from my pal Haidee at our annual Christmas Onesie Party (Hiiii Haids - here's a shout out for you!)
I love the Nails Inc special effects polishes so I was really excited to unwrap this! The Bling It On kits are a series of nail-art-made-easy kits and I am ALWAYS keen to try out something new, even if I don't like it (see my attempt at Caviar Nails aka Caviar FAILS)
This Rocks kit is a simple way to bling up your nails by encrusting them with glitter! Not one for those who shy away from a statement, this is serious bling and you can get the look in 4 easy steps...
What's In The Kit?
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Glittery Nails? Bling It On with Nails Inc
2013 was definitely the year of the decorated nail. The basic shatter coat has evolved over the last few years, we've had the foil coat, the matte finish, 3D glitter and this year - the feather manicure, the leather-look polish, concrete effect, furry velvet, chalkboard nails and oh yeah- the caviar nail.
Now, the kit that normally comes to mind is the Ciate Caviar Manicure kit which has a base colour and a bottle of coloured pearls - a bit like the ones you use to decorate cupcakes except, well.. totally unedible.
Not having tried the caviar manicure before, I didn't want to splash £18 on the Ciate Caviar kit. But when I was in Primark the other day, I came across a replica kit for £2.50.
Obviously I snapped it up there and then (along with 20 million other things in Primark!)
Now, the kit that normally comes to mind is the Ciate Caviar Manicure kit which has a base colour and a bottle of coloured pearls - a bit like the ones you use to decorate cupcakes except, well.. totally unedible.
Not having tried the caviar manicure before, I didn't want to splash £18 on the Ciate Caviar kit. But when I was in Primark the other day, I came across a replica kit for £2.50.
Obviously I snapped it up there and then (along with 20 million other things in Primark!)
How do I handle these balls?! Alright. I promise to restrain myself from all available puns going forward - do, carry on reading. I shall remain tasteful.
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There's A Party On My Nails! Primark Caviar Manicure Kit
Nude nails are a favourite nail look of mine. They go with everything! Whether you're wearing your work smarts or your out-out disco pants, nude nails add a touch of class to all occasions.
Plus they hide a multitude of nail sins in that a carefree "oh my nails are totes naturally like this" way. An absolute blessing for a girl like me who removes her own Shellac and ends up with unsightly glue stains for weeks...
But too much plain can get boring. No one wants to be vanilla all the time.
The answer is simple.
JUST ADD SPRINKLES.
So here we go, my quick summer update for nude nails inspired by ice cream.
And yes, there is a quick way to get this look which does NOT involve drawing on each individual sprinkle yourself.
What did I use?
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Nude Nails Get An Update: Barry M Confetti Effects
Four things.
Its Easter. I love Nail Polish. I love Mini Eggs. I LOVE NAIL POLISH THAT LOOKS LIKE MINI EGGS.
So welcome to my Easter special post which will be unashamedly full of excited capitals and references to mini eggs (affectionately known to me as meggs) - if you dun know - get to know.
Anyway! Ever since Illamasqua launched their Speckled nail polish, I have been absolutely hankering for a bottle (or three) of that subtly mottled nail paint in pastel colours.
But for those of you who, like me, already own enough nail polish to repaint a WHOLE car, buying more nail polish is probably not the best way to keep the bank balance healthy. It's £14.50 a bottle! You don't need to be an accountant to know that shiz does not bode well for your finances.
SO. Typical Face Value style, I'm going to show you a nice little DIY I did yesterday. It's an easy way to do speckled nails with the polish you've probably already got.
My take on Speckled Nails is a slightly less subtle (but more fun!) version of the original - it's actually coloured glitter sandwiched between pastel coats cos these babies are GOING OUT OUT with me tonight.
It's so simple and so easy - here's how I did it.....
Its Easter. I love Nail Polish. I love Mini Eggs. I LOVE NAIL POLISH THAT LOOKS LIKE MINI EGGS.
So welcome to my Easter special post which will be unashamedly full of excited capitals and references to mini eggs (affectionately known to me as meggs) - if you dun know - get to know.
Anyway! Ever since Illamasqua launched their Speckled nail polish, I have been absolutely hankering for a bottle (or three) of that subtly mottled nail paint in pastel colours.
But for those of you who, like me, already own enough nail polish to repaint a WHOLE car, buying more nail polish is probably not the best way to keep the bank balance healthy. It's £14.50 a bottle! You don't need to be an accountant to know that shiz does not bode well for your finances.
SO. Typical Face Value style, I'm going to show you a nice little DIY I did yesterday. It's an easy way to do speckled nails with the polish you've probably already got.
My take on Speckled Nails is a slightly less subtle (but more fun!) version of the original - it's actually coloured glitter sandwiched between pastel coats cos these babies are GOING OUT OUT with me tonight.
It's so simple and so easy - here's how I did it.....
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Easter Special: DIY Speckle Nails
I have never been gifted with nail art. I can barely paint my nails let alone try to draw pretty designs on them - its like I've got two left hands. Two left hands which belong to someone else.
A recent purchase of Model's Own nail varnish came free with a lovely Nail Art Kit. I love a good freebie, taaa. Normally I wouldn't even think about attempting leopard print nails but hey, poor weekend social life + free nail art pen - LETS HAVE SOME SUNDAY FUN.
A recent purchase of Model's Own nail varnish came free with a lovely Nail Art Kit. I love a good freebie, taaa. Normally I wouldn't even think about attempting leopard print nails but hey, poor weekend social life + free nail art pen - LETS HAVE SOME SUNDAY FUN.
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Leopard Print Nails with Model's Own Nail Art Kit
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