Born Pretty Holo Laser Powder-Silver

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Hello again!

Do you love a holo look? I know I do!

Today I swatched one of Born Pretty's holographic powder. This is the second one that I swatch from them but the first to put on my blog. 

So I picked a silver powder. It is item number 33368 in #1.

Born Pretty Store Holographic Laser Powder item #33368 (#1)

I gotta tell you that for the price and the wait (it comes from overseas so you have to wait a bit longer to get) it is so worth it. Right now, it is on sale for $1.99 compared to other competitors. The price is awesome. It does require you to use a gel base (unless you find a way around that) in order for the powder to adhere. It's very holo, and thats just indoors. It went on easy and it did not smear/smudge after putting on top coat, also gel.

Born Pretty Store Holographic Laser Powder item #33368 (#1)

Born Pretty Store Holographic Laser Powder item #33368 (#1)

I started off with a black gel base. I cured it but did not remove the sticky layer on the base. The sticky layer is what helps the powder adhere to my color. The powder does come with a small makeup sponge in which I dipped to grab some of that holo goodness and then just started rubbing it on my nail. It doesn't take a lot of effort to get it onto the nail.

Born Pretty Store Holographic Laser Powder item #33368 (#1)

The first time that I used this powder, I was kind of scared that I would mess it up somehow. But I was so surprised to see how easy this was. It is kind of messy, so I did apply a latex barrier, Sexy Cuticles liquid nail tape by MDJ Creations (I will add the link at the bottom). Once my latex was dry then I started applying the powder. 

All in all, I love Born Pretty's holographic powder. They are priced great and they have a big selection of powder types and colors. By this time you must have seen my IG video tutorial for this powder. But, if you haven't, I am giving away one of these! Why? Well, a little back story... So, Born Pretty had asked me if I was interested in reviewing some items, I said yes of course and I made my pick. I picked this powder without realizing that I already had one on the way from them.. oops! my bad! but your win... could be! So, I am sure I have posted the giveaway info by now. And because you were so kind to stop by my blog and read all this, you are entitled to an extra entry! But shhh... Don't tell anyone one else! If someone stops by my blog they will see that they can also get an additional entry. If they don't, well, that's a higher chance you get at winning. ;-) Just read the instructions on my giveaway post and do the same thing twice! See IG post for giveaway instructions. 

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Direct link to the holographic powder, item #33368 in #1: Use code XVSW10 to get 10% off!

http://www.bornprettystore.com/1gbox-holographic-laser-powder-manicure-nail-glitter-powder-colors-p-33368.html

Link to MDJ Creations (at the moment it seems like Melissa does not have the liquid latex in stock, but she does have other gorgeous nail polishes and more!):

https://www.etsy.com/shop/MDJCreations?ref=condensed_trust_header_title_items

Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

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Hello ladies!

Are you a fan of fairies? Whether you're a big kid or whatever your age is, we all have that little girl in us that love Disney characters. I love pretty Disney, even at my nearly 30 age. Sometimes we wish we could dress up as fairies like a little girl and go out and show people our cute outfit, but at our age... I think it'll be a bit embarrassing. But! what if you can still wear fairy stuff and not be judged?! wouldn't you do it?

Well, now it's the time to wear those fairies colors on you! Karen, owner of Sincerely Polish has come up with an inspired Disney Fairy polishes called Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection! Yup! Tinker Bell and her friends!

This picture, taken by Karen, shows the collection of 8 polishes!

The polishes are all glitter and some are jelly with glitter. I must say, these are not just glitter toppers... they are more! 

I had the please of purchasing 4 out of the 8 to swatch and I love them! The glitter is very small so it actually looks like Pixie Dust! Also, they all applied quiet nicely and the formula is great! On my swatches, I used two coats and I got a nice coverage. 

As you can see, here we have Peri, Rose, Vidia and Tinker.

There are ways that you can wear this. You can wear it by pairing it with an undie of a similar color or by itself. I would recommend using one coat of undie and one coat of the fairy polish. Or you can do what I did, two coats of the fairy polish and no undie (only on my ring finger). I personally love how it looks with just two coats, but if you want that complete opaque coverage, then you can get away with 3 coats.

Here are some macros for a better look at my 2 coats!:

Peri from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Rose from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Tinker from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Vidia from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

So what do you "Tink" so far?? Aren't they gorgeous?! That's just 4 out of the 8, so imagine the other ones!

Now, these polishes will be releasing on May 11th, so stay tuned. Follow @SincerelyPolish on Instagram for more swatches and info, and check out her Storenvy page on the 11th to get your collection!

Another thing I must add is that once you paint your nails, if you don't do thick coats, the polish dries quick, so that is another plus! I was surprised when I touched the polish and it was dry! But, let me make a disclaimer: The drying process also depends on where you are doing your nails.If you're in a room where there is not a lot of air and it's dry, then the drying process will be longer. It all depends on where you are doing your nails and the thickness of your coats. =)

All in all, I love this collection. Karen always comes up with great polishes and I love all of her collections. She was my first indie and I am hooked! She is also the sweetest person! So, if you love polishes as much as I do, check her out, stop by her page and show her some love!

Now, let me show my complete swatch of this collection!

Peri from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Peri from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Vidia from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Vidia from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Rose from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Rose from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Tinker from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Tinker from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies Collection by Sincerely Polish

Thanks for stopping by and I hope you love this collection as much as I do!

Until next mani,

Xochilt.

Purchased by me

UPDATE!!

So I was able to get my hands on another polish of this collection! She is Silv!! A gorgeous blue glitter that sparkles so pretty!!

Silv from the Magical Pixie Hollow Fairies collection by Sincerely Polish

As always, the formula is great and it applies smoothly. The amount of glitter this polish has, same as the others, is just amazing! Two coats! That's all I used and look at that! It looks amazing!! This is one of my top favorite collection from Karen!

I just love the thought and love she puts into making these polishes. To get yours, just simply go to her link. I have provided it above.. Scroll up. Lol and don't forget to visit her instagram for picture of the other 3 polishes from this collection!

Macro of Silv

Hope you ladies love this collection as much as I do!!!

#RoarForAutismAwareness

Hello Ladies!

So the lovely Amber, @amcpolish, hosted a special cause. This cause was about creating Autism Awareness by doing a nail collaboration!

Now, I don't have anyone in my family with autism, but you don't have to to spread the word about it.

I decided to join in because I believe this is a great way to spread the word.

So, what we had to do was to create a blue mani with animal prints in it! I created a simple blue mani. I love how it turned out. I didn't want to take it off after two days (that's how long my mani last.. usually) but, since I couldn't post it just yet, I had to change it up so I can post something to my Instagram. LOL

So, without further ado, here is the finished collage Amber created!

There were many ladies involved in it, so if you would like to check out their solo shots, just search for the hashtag #roarforautismawareness! =) 

I think the collage came out great! I love how it all came together and how all these ladies tool the time to be a part of it. All these manis are gorgeous! It was fun creating this mani too! 

Here is my solo shot!

I love it!!!

Sky shot!

I don't know why but I love this shot! LOL

It's Macro Time!!!

Look at those holo glitter!!!

Now, for the names of the polishes I used for this mani:

Sinful Colors Professional- Snow Me White

China Glaze- Frost Bite

China Glaze- Fairy Dust

Color Mates- Stormy Weather

So, to close this, I will say that if you get the opportunity to join a great cause, do it! You won't regret it! I promise!

I'll be posting a quick video of how the mani looks with Fairy Dust on instagram, so stop by and check it out! ~~~> @Nails_by_Xoch

Thank you ladies for taking the time to check out my blog! Don't forget that I'll be hosting a giveaway when I reach 500 Followers, so if you're still not following, go check out my page! =)))

Until next mani!