China Glaze Holiday Joy Collection 2012: Selected swatches and Review

Today I have 6 colors from the China Glaze Holiday Joy Collection 2012.

"The holiday season: it is truly the most wonderful time of the year – for nails!  From gorgeous glitters to rich crèmes, ‘tis the season to add sparkle and shine to any manicure and pedicure.  Celebrate the season in colour with the new China Glaze® Holiday Joy collection!"

"Merry Berry"
2 coats, no top coat

This is a rich berry red creme. Definitely a holiday staple for everyone's nail polish collection. This color is not unique as I am almost positive I have several color that are similar, but if you do not have one, then get this one. Application was smooth and easy and I had no issues with pooling dragging etc.

"Red Satin"
2 coats, no top coat

Gorgeous! This is a smooth blue toned red creme. Not a unique color, but every gal needs a "date red" and THIS is the perfect "date red". No application issues, and it dried nice and shiny. :)

I noticed something about these 2 bottles, they are the perfect bookends for China Glazes' holiday red "Winter Berry" released last year.

Left to Right: "Merry Berry", "Winter Berry" (last years holiday release), and "Red Satin" :)

These pics make "Winter Berry" and "Red Satin" look alike, but "Winter Berry" is actually just a "hair" darker :)

"Pure Joy"
3 coats, with top coat

Woot! Amazing, fire red glitter and gold..nothing says "Holiday" like glitter! This glitter gave me no issues, applied easily and the glitter did NOT have to be "placed" on the nail :).... and in indirect lighting...

Oh yeah...tis the season!

Here it is, 1 coat of "Pure Joy" over "Red Satin", with top coat :)

Wow, the glitter really bring the red creme to another level, but I think 2 coats is better over the red creme than 1 coat.

In indirect lighting to show the glitter detail...

Yep, definitely doing 2 coats the next time, to really make it POP!

"Glitter All The Way"
3 coats, with top coat

In indirect light...

AMAZING!!! I am in love with this multi-colored glitter! This has amazing red, green, gold and purple glitter...I love it! Applied easily, no issues!

"Angel Wings"
3 coats, with top coat

Now a "fuzzy shot" to make the glitter JUMP...

*faints* That IS amazing, but a bit familiar... Hhmmm...

Left to Right: "Angel Wings" and "Ultamate Holiday"...yep, they are dupes! :) Angel Wings is a fabulous gold dust glitter, that is easily opaque in 3 coats.

and now my favorite...

"Blue Bells Ring"
2 coats, no top coat

In indirect lighting...

I love blues, and I love blue foils even MORE! This is a perfect ice blue foil! It's smooth, easy to apply, and boy does it SHINE!

I have to thank my fellow blogger Briana over at Nail A College Drop Out, for putting "brown bloggers" back on the "polish sample radar", thanks love! Check out her cute manicure for today!

China Glaze is free of DBP, toluene, and added formaldehyde.

China Glaze nail lacquers are available through salons and professional beauty supply stores nationwide. For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Twitter (@ChinaGlazeOfficial) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze).

China Glaze® is a division of American International Industries.

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Guest Post on Subliminally Smitten

Hey Chicas!

Today I am "guest posting" on another site. My fellow nail blogger Emma is studying hard for finals now, so I agreed to submit a guest post for her blog.

Want to see how these 2 colors look together? Click HERE

Keep It Sweet!

Glitzology "My Viking Boyfriend"

Hey there, today I have more fun colors from Glitzology. If you are wondering where you can get this brand, CLICK on the Glitzology banner on the right of this post under "Candy Shop of the Month", and check out all her fantastic colors!

Glitzology "My Viking Boyfriend" 2 coats, over China Glaze "Blue Bells Ring"

I did 1 coat of the China Glaze and then 2 coats of the Glitzology color, AMAZING results!!! Yep,  this glitter did require some thinning, so I added 5 drops of thinner to the glitter to make application perfect.

Also, this lovely is a glitter MONSTER, so it needed 3 coats of top coat to be smooth, and YES it was worth it! :)

Bottle Shot

China Glaze "Blue Bells Ring" is a pretty blue foil from their newest holiday collection. It is opaque in 1 coat and makes the perfect base color for this, or any glitter :) Easy to apply, and dries lightening fast.  Here is a shot when I wore it by itself.

Bottle Shot

Glitzology "My Viking Boyfriend" was made in honor of Stacy's awesome boyfriend, because he thinks he is a Viking. :) The polish is made up of blue and silver holographic glitters, dark blue hexagons, and holographic silver squares and hexagons in a clear base.

As with any glitter manicure, this lasted 4 days and this pic was taken on the 4th day, this wore like a VIKING!!!!!

Grab some Glitzology now while her $5 sale is still on!

Keep It Sweet!

Starring Selena Gomez!

Nicole by OPI Announces Partnership with

Singing Sensation Selena Gomez for 2013

Nicole by OPI announces the launch of 14 new nail lacquers inspired by actress and singer Selena Gomez.  The line features shades designed to capture Selena’s sweet yet spunky personality, from soft pink and peach hues to bright glitter and confetti lacquers.

“Selena is an ideal partner for Nicole by OPI. Millions of fans love her for the same reasons we do; she’s smart, talented, funny – and has an incredible sense of style,” explains Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, Nicole by OPI Executive VP and Artistic Director.  “She has that classic ‘girl-next-door’ appeal, but she’s also edgy and fun – just like the Nicole consumer.

“Selena is not only a chart-topping singer and actress, she’s also a clothing designer and an active philanthropist,” adds Weiss-Fischmann. “Like women around the globe, Selena has many interests and passions; this collection, with its diverse range of hues, offers a perfect match for every occasion!”

The Selena Gomez Collection includes:

Stars at Night

Star light, star bright...confetti-silver nails tonight!

Mi Fantasia

This purple-aqua glitter is the stuff dreams are made of.

Kissed at Midnight

This romantic gold glitter is perfect any time.

Confetti Fun

Nothing says “party!” like a shower of color.

Heavenly Angel

This iridescent confetti gives me wings.

Sweet Dreams

This violet-teal is a dream-come-true.

Inner Sparkle

Let this light pink glitter shine through!

Selena

This fresh, young peach will make your heart sing.

Hit the Lights

This not-so-mellow yellow has got stage presence.

Love Song

Fall head-over-heels for this true purple.

Naturally

Who wouldn’t want this pure pink dream?

Spring Break

The perfect hot pink for the perfect hot vacation!

Pretty in Plum

This picture-perfect purple is a genuine beauty.

Scarlett

This shimmery red-violet is leading lady lovely.

Nicole by OPI Nail Lacquers and Nail Treatments contain no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde. Nicole by OPI formulas are long-lasting, fast-drying, and salon-quality. Selena Gomez lacquers will be available January 2013 for $7.99 each at retailers including select Target, Walmart, CVS, K-mart, Rite Aid, ULTA, Sears, Meijer, Fred Meyer, Kroger and H-E-B locations. In Canada, this line will be available for $10.99 each at Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart Canada, Jean Coutu, Loblaw, and London Drug. 

For more information, visit nicolebyopi.com

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About Nicole by OPI:

Nicole by OPI offers a salon-quality range of bold, fashion-forward nail lacquers. The brand’s heritage is based in OPI’s well-established foundation of excellence in both color and technology, providing premium products to a broad range of consumers looking for trendsetting nail lacquers.

About Selena Gomez:

The last several years have been a whirlwind for actress, singer Selena Gomez.  Wrapping up her three time Emmy winning television series, releasing three albums and launching a film career.  Not to mention creating her own fashion line and fragrance.   In addition, charity and giving back have always been important to Gomez and she is a proud UNICEF Ambassador.  2013, promises to be an exciting year for Selena, as she will drop her fourth album and be seen on the big screen in three films. 

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Hydrate Skin this Holiday Season!

OPI Introduces Holiday Avojuice Skin Quenchers Hand and Body Lotions in Vanilla Snowflake and NEW Peppermint Shimmer

This holiday season, OPI releases Avojuice Skin Quenchers Hand and Body Lotion in two limited edition scents, Vanilla Snowflake (a blissful blend of sweet vanilla and buttercream) and new Peppermint Shimmer (a soft peppermint aroma with a kiss of shimmer).  These lotions are a festive way to keep skin hydrated and healthy during the season’s unforgiving cold weather with smooth, rich and moisturizing formulas.   

Holiday stress and winter chill can make skin dull and lifeless, but saturating hands and body with the aloe and avocado extracts in Peppermint Shimmer and Vanilla Snowflake can rejuvenate and reinvigorate dry skin, making it feel moist and silky smooth. 

                     

“Though the holidays are a festive and joyous time, the winter cold can be harsh on skin,” said Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP and Artistic Director. “Peppermint Shimmer and Vanilla Snowflake are both delicious fragrances, but they are also designed to completely moisturize skin, leaving hands and body feeling soft and replenished.”

In addition to the regular bottle, both Avojuice lotions will be available in miniature sizes, perfect for stashing in the car, carrying in a purse, or giving as a stocking-stuffer.

New OPI Avojuice Skin Quenchers Hand and Body Lotion in Peppermint Shimmer  and Vanilla Snowflake will be available beginning November 2012 at Professional Salons, including Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, Ulta, Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Dillard’s, and JCPenney, for the suggested retail price of $1.95 ($2.50 CAN) for each 1 fl oz and $7.95 ($9.95 CAN) for each 6.6 fl oz.

For more information, please call 800-341-9999 or visit www.opi.com. Follow OPI on Twitter @OPI_PRODUCTS and become a Facebook fan!

ABOUT OPI

As the world leader in the professional nail care industry, OPI is committed to providing high-quality products and services to both salons and their customers, along with a focus on industry safety and innovation. Known for its exceptional formula, fashionable colors and iconic names, OPI’s heavily-pigmented lacquers are super rich, long-lasting and chip-resistant – offering an affordable luxury to consumers. OPI nail lacquer is available in over 200 shades and contains no DBP, Toluene, or Formaldehyde. Each lacquer features OPI’s exclusive ProWide^™ Brush for the ultimate in application. Currently, OPI is available in over 100 countries and retails a full line of professional items, including nail treatments, finishing products, lotions, manicure/pedicure products, files, tools, gels and acrylics.

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