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Christmas Fluid Art feat Baroness X Snow Leopard

Nail Art Wednesday, December 16, 2020

It's been a little while since my last fluid art mani so I thought I would do something festive for this month. All colors featured in today's post were previously sent as pr but they are not currently being posted for that reason. When I was compiling colors for my Christmas fluid art look I wanted shades with enough contrast to pop. I spent a surprising amount of time picking out which red and green to use but I think it was certainly worth the effort.

fluid art nail polish created with christmas colors

fluid art created with christmas colors index finger close up

fluid art created with christmas colors thumb close up

fluid art created with christmas colors four finger swatch

Products used

Baroness X - Snow Leopard
Moon Shine Mani - Let's Go Quick Dry Top Coat
Zoya - Regina, Tanya

Are you doing any holiday or winter themed fluid art manis this month?

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Baroness X & Fox Fire Wax Sol Cheirosa '62 Scent Comparison

Bath & Body Monday, December 14, 2020

Baroness X & Fox Fire Wax Sol Cheirosa '62 Scent Comparison - Press sample

Sol Cheirosa '62 is a wildly popular scent right now, so I wanted to do a comparison post to see how different dupes match up to the original. Baroness X was kind enough to send over some of the original Sol Cheirosa '62 Bum Bum Cream for a direct comparison.

Sol Cheirosa '62 Brazilian Bum Bum Cream

This original scent is described as:

Top notes are Pistachio and Almond; middle notes are Heliotrope and Jasmine; base notes are Caramel, Vanilla, Salt and Sandalwood.

As a non-perfumer I would describe this as a warm scent. It's equally balanced between gourmand notes and floral with sandalwood mellowing out the overall blend.

Baroness X New Moon Cuticle Oil - Sol Cheirosa '62

sol cheirosa '62 scented cuticle oil in a dropper bottle

sol cheirosa '62 scented cuticle oil in a dropper bottle with the dropper tip displayed

Comparing the Sol Cheirosa '62 scented New Moon Cuticle Oil to the original Sol Cheirosa '62 cream it smells identical. When scenting some items the scent may change slightly due to whatever the carrier item is, but I didn't find this to be the case with the cuticle oil. If you want something that smells identical to the original, this is it! This scent lingers after the oil has soaked in and even after your first handwashing. It's pleasant and not overpowering.

Fox Fire Wax - Sol Cheirosa '62

sol cheirosa '62 scented wax melt in a bag

sol cheirosa '62 wax melt with sparkles on top of bag

The Fox Fire Sol Cheirosa '62 wax melt is slightly different from the original Sol Cheirosa '62 cream but not in a bad way. This is the exact same fragrance oil as what is used to scent the New Moon Cuticle Oil. I'm not sure if the wax slightly changes the scent, or the fact that you melt the wax but I find this to be a little stronger on the gourmand parts of the scent and a little lighter on the floral aspects. The scent itself is still recognizable as Sol Cheirosa '62 but I suspect that warming the scent is what slightly changes how it smells. The wax itself has a nice throw that fills my house without being too strong.

If you are looking for a dead ringer for Sol Cheirosa '62 I'd pick up the cuticle oil. If you really enjoy the scent and other scents like it I would recommend both the wax and the cuticle oil. I'm personally enjoying both!

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Moon Shine Mani A Rare Seed | Polished Gamers Box December 2020

Indie Polish Tuesday, December 08, 2020

Moon Shine Mani A Rare Seed | Polished Gamers Box December 2020 - Press sample

It's nearly time for the next Polished Gamers box which means I have a new Moon Shine Mani color to share! December's theme is Stardew Valley.

green shimmer nail polish four finger swatch

green shimmer nail polish low light swatch

Formula: Nice consistency

Finish: sheer green packed with intense gold/green/blue shimmer and freckled with blue to green multichrome flakies

Coverage: 3 coats

Price: $12

Notes: This color was inspired by the rare seeds that grow sweet gem berries in the game.

Moon Shine Mani's A Rare Seed will be available exclusively through the December Polished Gamer's Box. The shop opens on Tuesday, December 15th and closes on Sunday, December 20th. Orders are done in a preorder fashion with items shipping out approximately three weeks after the launch.

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Fall Leaves feat. Maniology & Moon Shine Mani

Indie Polish Friday, December 04, 2020

If you're thinking "why fall?" well, winter doesn't officially start until December 21st, so fall manis are totally acceptable. In reality I'm just now getting the chance to post this. This is one of my few fall themed manis this year and I just didn't want to miss posting it. Despite being stuck at home due to the pandemic, I just haven't had a lot of free time between swatching and other obligations. Today's mani features a simple leaf design from one of my favorite Maniology plates.

fall leaf nail art stamping on three fingers

This mani started off with two coats of Moon Shine Mani High Horsepower. This was a limited release through the Polished Gamers Box, so it is not currently available for purchase.

Once my base color was relatively dry I stamped over it using Maniology M022 (Use COURT10 for 10% off), and Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Orange Zest.

fall leaf nail art stamping four fingers

fall leaf nail art stamping low light photo

Products used

Maniology - M022 (Use COURT10 for 10% off)
Moon Shine Mani - High Horsepower, Let's Go Quick Dry Top Coat
Sally Hansen Insta-Dri - Orange Zest

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Zoya Naturel 4 | Transitional 2020

Mainstream Polish Wednesday, December 02, 2020

Zoya Naturel 4 | Transitional 2020 - Press sample

I can't believe we're here already, but it's time for the Zoya Naturel 4 Collection! This is a six piece transitional collection bridging that space between winter and spring. All colors featured in today's post were swatched with the brand new Zoya Naked Manicure Glossy Seal Top Coat. This is a 10-free quick dry top coat that dries shiny. It offers a durable and flexible finish that can protect against chipping for up to 7+ days.