Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear Nail Color - First Blush

If you can't tell from my previous posts, I'm currently going through a pink/pastels phase. I'm not sure why, as I'm normally more adventuresome with my color choices, but lately, I just can't get enough of the pinks.

I recently picked up this Sally Hansen Hard as Nails Xtreme Wear Nail Color from Chemist warehouse for only $4.95. I picked up the color First Blush.

I won't lie, I think it may be love! The packing is cute which I really love. I like how the bottle is 'slim' as it makes it easier to hold when you are fixing a nail on the go. The brush is a great size for application and the polish has a nice shine.

The only downside to this color, is that it isn't terribly opaque. However, I'm certain that it's just this color as I have other colors from the same range and they are beautiful.

The polish has AMAZING staying power - It fades before it chips which is a massive PLUS in my books

I highly recommend this polish if you are looking for a nice natural nail. Also, the Sally Hansen line is amazing so if pink isn't your color - I strongly recommend other in the line.

Can anyone recommend any other pink/nude polishes I should be looking out for?

Until Next Time
Beck xxx

Essence: 'Stay With Me – Long Lasting Lip Gloss’

I wont lie, I’m a sucker for a nice lipgloss – but I simply can’t justify spending a crazy amount of money on it, as I don’t feel as though its something that has a lot of longevity in my makeup collection.

 Needless to say, I was super excited when I found the Essence ‘Stay With Me – Long Lasting Lip Gloss’ for around (possibly under) the $5 mark.

I chose the color 02 My Favorite Milkshake. The color is a nice light pink color, with a lovely shine. 

My Nan wanted to help, so gave me her hand - such a cutie

The first thing I noticed about this was the odd shaped applicator wand. As you can see, it dips in the middle, making it slightly awkward to apply the gloss evenly. The packing also has a stopper in the tube (not pictured) so its slightly difficult to get a good amount of product on the wand when applying.

This is 2 coats swatched on my wrist

It is fairly translucent color wise, but has a nice shine to it, which is something I look for in a gloss.

To be honest, I’m not sure the product lives up to its name, as its not extremely long lasting – It’s certainly no longer lasting than any other gloss that I have in my collection. 

Finished Product - my lips were super dark here. Not sure why haha

 However, having said that, I am fairly happy with this product, especially for the price.  It is a great product to use over a dark color for added effect or on days where I don’t want a super dramatic lip

Has anyone tried any of the other colors?

Until Next Time

Beck xxx