11.3.11

Crackle & Scotch Tape Mani | Cute & Easy Nail Art Design


Here is my current mani. I was looking at Chloe's Nail Blog and found her tutorial on how she does her scotch tape manis. The designs she is able to make with just some scotch tape are amazing, so you should check out her blog and see more of her work. This was my first attempt at the scotch tape mani, and I think it came out really well-even though I would posistion the tape better next time. Not as well as Chloe's though- but she also has many years of scotch tape & nail painting experience. lol This mani is really easy, the hardest part is cutting out the tiny strips of tape- but the results are well worth it. Since I was a first timer, I just decided to do two fingers with the rays and just used a crackle polish for my other 3 nails.

Light Pink Color: Sinful Colors "Glass Pink"
Medium Pink Color: Sinful Colors "Cream Pink"
Dark Pink Color: China Glaze "Hyper Haute"
Black Color: Sinful Colors "Black on Black"
Black Crackle Color: China Glaze "Black Mesh"

On another note, the reason I never posted a Mardi Gras mani is because it ended up being a complete nail fail. lol I used those tiny lil beads to create "mardi gras beads" but when I applied the top coat the color from the beads came off and smeared all over the place. Also beads were falling off left and right, and I dinged my nails up like crazy. But here is the pic of my most grand nail fail lol..

Anyways, once I take my new mani off, my St. Patrick's day one will be going on. I'll try to post it early next week.

9.3.11

HOW TO perm your eyelashes at home *DIY*


So today I have a beauty tutorial for something some of you may or may not have heard of.. EYELASH PERMING. Eyelash perming can cost $60+ at a salon or spa, but you can curl your eyelashes at home (multiple times) for only $14.22. Eyelash perming is a way to permanently curl your eyelashes for up to 3 months. After perming your eyelashes, there is no need to use a eyelash curler. Your eyelashes will also curl more upwards as soon as you apply a coat of mascara. The before and after picture above is WITHOUT mascara, but I will add a picture with mascara at the end of this post. Also, please read the disclaimer at the end of the post. My beautiful Mom was nice enough lend me her eyelashes so I could post this tutorial. lol I permed my eyelashes before this tutorial, so it is something you can do at home by yourself. I thought I would have to do one eye at a time doing it myself, but I was able to do both at the same time. I was even able to open my eyes enough to watch TV during the process. But anyways.. back to the tutorial. The first thing you will need are the supplies...


Here is the eyelash perming kit that I bought from the Born Pretty Store for $14.22. The shipping takes a few weeks to get to the US so keep that in mind when ordering. This kit also does not come with English instructions, so that is another reason I am doing this tutorial. The kit comes with ...


Eyelash curling rods, eyelash glue, perming solution (pink), perming relaxer (white), the yellow one is used to help release the eyelashes from the rod, and I haven't quite figured out what the clear one is yet- but I was able to get the results without using it. In addition to the supplies in the kit, you will also need a few toothpicks, some cotton pads, and a glass of water. So now that you have the supplies you can get started.

Step 1
Take the curling rod out of the package and fit it to the eye. If the rod is too long, take some scissors and snip the extra off. Bend the eyelash rod back and forth to make it more flexible. Place the curling rod back onto the eye lid and press into place. Try to get the rod as close to the lash line as possible. *Tip* If eyelash rod does not stick to the eyelid on some parts, apply some of the eyelash glue provided in the kit to the rod and press the rod to the eyelid again for a few seconds.

Step 2
Using a toothpick, sweep the eyelashes up onto the rod and gently press them against the rod to get them to stick. Try to keep the eyelashes in order, but if they are perfect, don't worry about it. *Tip* If the eyelashes do not stick to the rod, brush a thin strip of eyelash glue across the rod, wait a few seconds, then try again. I had to apply glue a few times to get my Mom's eyelashes to stick to one of the rods.

Step 3
Taking the same toothpick, apply a generous amount of perming solution (pink bottle) to the eyelashes. I apply the cream on the entire length of the lashes. Once the solution is on both eyelashes, wait 10-15 minutes. I tweezed my Mom's eyebrows while waiting, so you will see that transformation as well as the pictures continue. =P

Step 4
After the solution has worked it's magic for 10-15 minutes, take a cotton pad and dip it in water and squeeze some of the excess water out. You don't want the cotton pad to be soaked, but you need it a little more than damp. Take the cotton pad and gently brush it upwards (to avoid getting it in the eye) on the curling rod and lashes. Do this a few times until a majority of the perming solution is washed off. Do not try to scrub the solution off, or else the eyelashes will un-stick to the rod. Some eyelashes will eventually un-stick to the rod, but at this point the perming solution has already set in and it shouldn't be too much of a problem. *TIP* If your doing your eyelashes by yourself, use a Q-tip instead of a cotton pad to avoid getting any of the water or solution in your eyes.

Step 5
Using a new toothpick, apply the perming relaxer (white bottle) to the entire length of the eyelashes. Wait another 10-15 minutes.


Step 6
When your ready to remove the relaxer, take another cotton pad dipped in water and using upwards motions, clean the excess cream off the eyelashes. At this point, it is okay if the eyelashes start to come off the rod. Apply some of the contents of the yellow bottle onto a cotton pad and gently rub it on the eyelashes to help release them from the rod. Take another cotton pad dipped in water, and continue to gently rub the eyelashes until you can remove the rod & your done!

Before & After (without mascara)

After with mascara

I LOVE the results! With $15 and 30 minutes you too can have curly lashes for up to 3 months. If you get lost along the way doing this, check out some videos on YouTube.

So what do you think? Would you perm your eyelashes? Does the concept interest you or does it freak you out? Was the tutorial helpful? I hoped you liked it and if so, I will try to make more tutorials. Until next time ...

*DISCLAIMER*
This tutorial is for educational purposes only. There is always the risk of pontential damage when using any chemicals near your eye area. Please be extremely careful and know the possible dangers before performing this at your own risk.

7.3.11

KONAD LEOPARD NAILS | Deco Leapord Nail Art Design

I fell in love with this design when I saw it on Dominique Renee's tumblr & just had to try it out. I believe she handpainted her design, but since I don't have that much skill, I figured a Konad would be in order. I also added gold glitter and rhinestones between the leopard spots to make the design a little different. I have noticed I have been doing a lot of inspirational manis lately. lol. But I figured I would do another design before I start my Mardi Gras and St. Patricks Day manis. Oh yeah, ignore the slight smudging on my index finger. For some reason when I went to apply the rhinestones, I used just a cheap top coat, completely forgetting that the stamping could smudge with some top coats. Needless to say, I used Seche on the rest of them lol.

Pink Color: Sinful Colors 'Cream Pink"
White Color: Sinful Colors "Snow Me White"
Black Stamping Polish: Sinful Colors "Black on Black"
Leapord Image Plate: Konad M57
Stripe Image Plate: Bundle Monster BM 20
Rhinestones, Hexagons, & Chain: Ebay.com & Joanns.com

4.3.11

NEWSPAPER NAIL DESIGN | Super Easy Newspaper Nail Art Design





I wanted to do newspaper nails ever since I saw them on The Daily Nail's blog but I never quite figured out how to do them. I knew there was rubbing alcohol and newspaper involved but that was about it. The other night I finally found a tutorial showing me how to transfer newspaper print onto the nails. It is super easy to do and you only need some polish, a bottle of liqour (I suggest a clear 60-80 proof), and some newspaper. I found this amazing tutorial on Confessions of a Polishaholic's blog which can be found here. This was my first attempt and as you can see it is not too shabby. I think I like how it didn't transfer on some parts because it gives it that old vintage newspaper feel. I WILL do this design again bc it is just too easy and too cute not to, maybe I'll use a white polish next time....

Gray Polish: Sally Hansen "Wet Cement"
Newspaper Tutorial: Found Here

3.3.11

KONAD PEDICURE DESIGN | Cute Spring Pedicure Nail Art Design




I wanted to do a pedicure for spring time with pretty light spring colors, but I was stumped on ideas. That is until I saw this design on Ivana's Blog and completely fell in love with the color combo and the design. I loved it so much I had to do it right away & I put my own lil spin on the design by adding a few silver beads.

Pink Color: Wet'n'Wild "Tickled Pink"
Purple Stamping Color: Sally Hansen "Ruby Chrome"
Image Plate: Konad M65
Silver Beads: DollarNailArt.com

2.3.11

CHINA GLAZE CRACKLE POLISH | Cute Crackle Polish Nail Art Design





Crackle Polish is so addicting to use. I want to crackle every nail swatch/sample I have lol. The next time I do a crackle mani I am going to use a thicker coat to make the crackles bigger. From far away this nail design looks like an uneven black color, so I think having bigger crackles will allow you to see the 2 colors easier.

Base Color: China Glaze "Hyper Haute"
Crackle Color: China Glaze "Black Mesh"
Rhinestones: Joanns.com & Ebay.com

1.3.11

CHINA GLAZE CRACKLE PEDICURE | Cute Crackle Pedicure Nail Art Design

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**the design is much prettier up close**

I just couldn't resist the urge to buy China Glaze's Crackle polish. I remember crackle polishes back in the day and I was so excited to see them make a come back. I didn't want to re-paint my nails yet so I figured this would be the perfect time to do a pedicure.

Base Color: Sinful Colors "Snow Me White"
Purple Color: Sinful Colors "Bali Mist"
Crackle Polish: China Glaze "Black Mesh"
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