The Lady Varnishes Reach For the Stars: August Keys To the Kingdom Polish

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First came the monthly Disney Villains collection starting in December of '13. Then the Disney Girl/Pixar monthlies started last November. And now Kirsten has done it again with the Keys To the Kingdom collection! First up for August is Reach for the Stars inspired by Space Mountain. Also with the first 5 orders she included a special mini named Space Mountain Mickey. 

The Lady Varnishes Reach For the Stars and Space Mountain Mickey 

ClarityMD Acne System Review

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When I was a preteen I vividly remember being told I'd only have to deal with breakouts until after puberty...well that was a heck of a lie! At 26 I still stuggle with breakouts of varying degrees of severity. So when I was asked if I wanted to review the ClarityMD 2-Step system I jumped at the opportunity. The system consists of the Deep Pore Cleanser and Clarifying Serum.

Welcome to 221B Baker Street

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Let's enter the world of my favorite consulting detective the best way I know how, nail art! Though I have a love of Sherlock in all of its incarnations this mani is inspired by the modern day BBC series with Bandersnatch Cummerbund and Bilbo Baggins. Sorry, nope scratch that I mean Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman. 

Nellie Belle's Nail Polish Swatches

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I'm very excited to be sharing swatches from new indie brand Nellie Belle's with you today! Funny story, my nickname growing up was actually Nellie because my dad's bowling nickname was "Woah Nelly!". I even have a Julep polish named Nellie because of that! Back to the polishes though...

From L to R: Sweetie Pie, Sweet as a Peach, Magnificently Matte topcoat, Firefighters Flame, Purple Summer, and Stormy Skies 

Great Gadgets Inc. Selfie Stick Review

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I'm so excited to be sharing the Great Gadgets Inc. Selfie Stick with you today! This was my first time owning and using a selfie stick. Let me say I now understand the appeal of these. Especially when I'm out with my friends and we want to get a photo of us all. Also my husband is awful at taking photos so I thought maybe this could help with outfit photos! Overall I do have mixed feelings with this product.

You can purchase this selfie stick here

Nautical Nonsense

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In my favorite reddit community there's a group nail art contest going on. My team Just the Tips, hehe phrasing, decided to go nautical for the summer fun theme in round one. 

Birthday Wishes

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So this is a bit late as my birthday was last week, but here were my nails for the occasion! With version one and version two.

Lucky 13 Lacquer Life Is Short and You Are Hot

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Isn't it just the best surprise when you buy a mystery grab bag and end up with something from your wishlist? This little gem came in one I received a little while ago and I was so stoked! Lucky 13 Lacquer Life Is Short and You Are Hot has been on my wishlist for ages and I honestly don't know why I didn't get it sooner.

Lucky 13 Lacquer Life Is Short and You Are Hot 

King of the Sea and My Heart!

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A long time ago in a galaxy far away I found an awesome Disney themed topper from a new to me indie brand and was lucky enough to receive a mini of it from a friend! At the time King Triton from Blue Sparrow Trinkets only came in a mini and I love minis so I was totally cool with that. Until I saw the polish in person and it blew my tiny little brain. For months it sat untried as I was afraid to use up all this awesomeness. When I finally did break down and use it I kept it on for 4 days so you know it's true love. 

Blue Sparrow Nail Polish King Triton over one coat of Sinful Colors Dark Bronze with one coat of Revlon Beachy and and accent nail of Scofflaw Love Letter to Mr. Rogers 

The Lady Varnishes July Disney Girl and Villain

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The Lady Varnishes I Can Handle This and Frozen Heart 

It's that time again, The Lady Varnishes July Disney Girl and Villain! As per usual these hit it way outta the park. 

Green Jelly Dot Sandwich

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It had been too long since I last did a jelly sandwich, my favorite easy nail art technique. This look might have been more at home in spring instead of the summer of neons. I loved it regardless though! 

Green jelly sandwich with dot glitters

Coloré Chalk Markers

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I'm always excited to try new arts and crafts projects, especially with new supplies. 

When I opened these Coloré chalk markers I had so many idea pop into my head! Especially since I'm a nanny and the kids love doing art projects. These markers also come with a convenient silicone holding case.

RITUALS bath & body care review

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I received five products from RITUALS Tao bath and beauty line. Before I go into details on each product I wanted to comment on everything as a whole, especially the scent. The scent Tao, white lotus and yi yi ren, of this line is so soothing. It's a neutral natural scent in that it's neither feminine nor masculine. Think along the line of Aveda but better! Now I've had and tested these products over a week before review.

Feeling Blue, Blue Sparrows That Is

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A few more Blue Sparrow nail polishes from my last nail model package today. This time both are in the same color family, blue! April also included some little blue sparrow vinyls and copper metal sparrows. They paired so perfectly with the first polish and shop's namesake, Blue Sparrow. 

Blue Sparrow Nail Polish Blue Sparrow

The '80s is Strong With This One, My Child

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When I opened my Blue Sparrow Nail Model mail I was excited to see more neon jelly bases with matte glitters, but then I saw the names and I knew this was going to be so much fun! 

Blue Sparrow Nail Polish Slimer and Ninja Turtles 

Why Were Dinosaurs So Big?

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Because Jurassic times call for Jurassic measures!

In case you weren't aware Jurassic World premiered this weekend and I'm a huge fan! Both of the franchise and dinosaurs in general. So naturally...

SugarTips Lacquer Fathoms Below and Orly Mirrorball with dino accent nail 

Pink Lemonade Watermarble

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The heat has begun to finally feel sort of Summer-like and do you know what I associate most with heat? 

Yep, hands down it's pink lemonade! Originally I thought of doing a gradient...but then I thought what could be better than a pink and yellow watermarble!

"That time" of the month?

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I was helplessly giggling to myself when I can up with this polish combination but a word of caution this post is only for those with a sense of humor!

It's Mer-Magical!

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Living in the Midwest there are few special effect polishes that I can take full advantage of, however thermal polishes are one. Between the 6 month long winters and extreme summer heat requiring air conditioning I can wear thermals year round. This particular squishy, glittery color changer is Polish Me Silly Mermaid Tears. I was inspired to add some nail art by the name and color since who doesn't love mermaids!

Mermaid Tears with Moyou Fairytale plate 06 stamping and random 3d nail art pieces

Little Miss Disappear

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If there's one thing I'm probably the biggest sucker for it's anything and everything Disney related! The Lady Varnishes has been releasing a monthly Disney villain since December 2014 and then last November she also began releasing a Disney/Pixar Girl monthly as well. These ladies have all been full coverage holographic micro glitters. April's Pixar Girl was Little Miss Disappear for Violet Parr in The Incredibles; it is indeed incredible!

Source: FYDisneyMisfits

A true violet, Little Miss Disappear is made up of various sized blue and purple micro glitters. Pictured is 2 coats over an almost invisible base color but can be fully opaque in 3 layers on its own. Not only is the holo stunning but this can appear more blue or purple leaning depending on lighting.

The Lady Varnishes Little Miss Disappear, 2 coats over a Drip Drop nail paint mystery creme