Tips for a Long Lasting Manicure + A Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail and Cuticle Oil Review.

Skyy Hadley, owner of As U Wish Salon, has these quick and easy tips to keep your manicure lasting longer during this extended heat wave! See below and LMK if you need samples, interviews or more info. Thanks!

• Remove your polish and let your nails breathe for a good few days. If nails look discolored, squeeze some lemon into your lotion or rub a lemon wedge directly onto the nail to brighten nails.
• Apply a shea butter lotion or non-greasy cream to lock in moisture.
• Begin painting! Apply a cuticle oil (see below) to the base of your nails (or even when they are already polished), focusing around the cuticle area to hydrate and bring moisture into the skin, helping the polish last longer.

Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail & Cuticle Oil-

Finish off your manicure with Color Therapy nail & cuticle oil, formulated with breakthrough argan oil formula. Your ultimate in nail therapy.

• Moisturizing and nourishing oil
• Instantly restores radiance to nails and cuticles
• Promotes strong, resilient natural nails

My Thoughts: 

As an art teacher, my nails are constantly getting covered in paint, clay, glue, etc. On top of that, they are getting washed more often than most, leaving my nails looking dull and dry. Although I love a day at the salon, going on a regular basis is not something I have time for. The added costs get expensive and appointments can be time consuming. 

The Sally Hansen Color Therapy Nail and Cuticle Oil is such a breath of fresh air. It is like having a salon right at home! The argon oil formula is thick, smells amazing, and instantly hydrates. After applying, it is suggested that you massage the oil in upon application. Afterwards, wash your hands and apply your favorite nail polish afterwards. 

As you can see from the pictures, my nails were not looking their best at all. The Color Therapy Nail and Cuticle Oil applied evenly and soaked in almost completely after a couple minutes of massaging it it. My after picture was taken once I was done washing and drying my hands. My nails felt smooth, soft, and supple. I was amazed by the immediate results. They were long lasting and the product has been fantastic. It is certainly my new go to! I would highly recommend it! 

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Jamberry Nail Wraps $50 Gift Card #Giveaway

Gone are the days of nails that chip and flake after only a few days! Gone are the days of the single colored manicure. Gone are the mani/pedis that take all afternoon and most of your cash too! Jamberry nail wraps arm you with style and confidence while demanding very little of your time or money.

If you've been thinking about trying Jamberry Nail Wrap,  but weren't sure how to get started, Kelly Schnier can help! Kelly is a lead consultant at Jamberry, and has the expertise to help you get started. To learn more, visit her  website or face book page. She's also hosting a Jamberry Party on face book so be sure to check it out for a chance to catch some great deals and win fabulous prizes.

Now through June 25th, Kelly will be donating 15% of her commission to Hope For The Warriors. Sport some festive nails while supporting those who have given us our freedom. Plus, right now, if you buy three, you get the fourth set of Jamberry Nail Wraps FREE!.

My Thoughts

My oldest daughter is officially a teen. She graduates from 8th grade in a few days, and she's already acting like a high schooler in more ways than one. One of the things she loves is getting her nails done, but I can't afford to take her in for manicures every week. Luckily, Kelly introduced me Jamberry Nail Wraps. They are the perfect way to get her the fancy nails she loves without the big price tag. Not only is it more affordable than nail salons, they are more convenient because we can do it at home in just a few minutes.

Jamberry Nails are easy to use and a whole lot of fun. They come in sheets, and you just peel them off and apply them to your nails with heat. The first step is to clean your nails with remover or alcohol. Then you peel them off one at a time and warm them up until they get soft. You can do this with a hair dryer.  Once they are soft, you shape them to your nails. Use more heat to make sure they are on nice and tight. Then you file them down to perfection. It only took my daughter about fifteen minutes to finish her nails. She loves the result, and I love that it fits into my budget.

I also tried them out on both my toes and my fingers. I rarely paint my nails because it just doesn't last long enough to make it worth the effort, but already I can see how much longer Jamberry nails last. Polish starts to chip in just a few days, but its been five days and both my toes and fingers still look just as gorgeous as they did the day I applied my wraps.  Plus, the designs are just spectacular. Choose from unique options like monarch wings, elephants, and lace. Paying for designs like these in a salon would cost a fortune and take hours.

Jamberry has tons of styles and colors to choose from, so there is something there for everyone.  If you're thinking about making a purchase, now would be a great time because if you buy three you get the fourth free. Since they  last for up to two weeks each, that's a two month supply!  So check  out Kelly's Jamberry store today and get some cool nails for the summer. Plus, you'll be supporting t a fellow Jersey Girl!

The Giveaway

One lucky winner is going to receive a $50 Gift Card to Jamberry Nail Wraps!  To enter, simply fill out the giveaway tools  form below. Open to the US only. Giveaway will end  7/2/15. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to the sponsor for offering this fantastic prize.

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Get the Picture Perfect Pedicure with Beauty 360

It's almost summer and soon I'll be heading to the beach. But I have one big problem--horrible icky winter feet! Thankfully, CVS/pharmacy has partnered with Beauty 360 to bring you all the tools you need to get your feet ready to display! Each of these tools are expertly crafted to deliver the ultimate in quality and convenience. There are 75 different tools in the personal care essentials line, all of which can be found exclusively at CVS/pharmacy. There are tweezers, nail clippsers, emery boards and so much more. When it comes to personal grooming, they have all your needs covered, but you're only need a few of them to a achieve the Picture Perfect Pedicure.

Step 1: Once your feet are clean, use the Natural Pumice Stone to scrub away dry skin and exfoliate your feet.

Step 2 : Gently trim toenails with the jeweled nail clipper.

Step 3 : File away rough edges and shape your nails with the Single File Emery Board.

Step 4 : Prep your feet for polish with the comfy Gel Top Separators.

Step 5: Apply your base coat and add two additional layers. Choose from fun beach-themed colors like Living  Coral, Toes in the Sand, and The Hue is Blue from Pop-arazzi.

Step 6: Hit the beach with your Picture Perfect Pedicure.

There you have it. Perfect toes in six easy steps, all thanks to Beauty 360! These are only a few examples of the new products in the Beauty 360 Line. To see them all, head to your local CVS/pharmacy or visit them online at  CVS.com, Facebook.com/CVSBeautyClub and Twitter.com/BeautyClub

Add a Spring to Your Step with Pure Ice

As the weather is getting warmer, it's time to put away the greys and blacks to add shimmery, multifaceted colors to your wardrobe!New Butterfly Effects by Pure Ice: Glaze on the delicate iridescence of butterfly wings with new “Shimmer-Wing” , the first transforming iridescent toppers in three gorgeous shimmering hues. The Shimmer Wing shades moves with you with hints of orange, gold, fuchsia, violet and emerald. 

My Thoughts

Pure Ice has taken sparkle magic to a whole new level with their new spring colors. The variety we received is the perfect way to add a little spring to your step. As the weather gets warmer, its time to slip into your flip flops, which means its time to stock up on the newest spring trends in nail polish to keep your toes looking their best.  

This spring, shimmering hues are the in thing, and Pure Ice has you covered.  My daughter absolutely loved these new colors. With shades of orange, gold, fuchsia, violet and emerald, you'll have trendy colors suitable for spring, but that will also carry over into the fall.The polish is quick drying and long lasting. Her fingers stayed painted about a week, and her toes still look freshly painted after two weeks.  In addition to offering fun colors at affordable prices, Pure Ice is also a functional polish that really lasts. 

 
These are only a few of the fun shades available from Pure Ice.  You can find Pure Ice  in stores nationwide including Walgreens and Walmart. To keep up with new products and promotions, be sure to follow them on their social media.

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SquareHue Nail Polish Subscription

SquareHue is a fun nail polish subscription service for beauty addicts and historians alike. Yes, I said historians. That may seen like an odd combination, but Hue nail polish is very unique. Their colors are inspired by different periods of history, bringing a little piece of the past into your beauty regimen.

I was lucky enough to receive the March box from SquareHue which was inspired by the 1920s.   There were three colors in this month's box including Tunic, War Crinoline, and light pink. The shades definitely had a retro feel to them. The polish is high quality and fast drying. You can use them alone or mix them to create cool manicures.  I just love the fun selection of colors. In addition to fitting the 20's theme, they are also great colors for spring.

You can subscribe to the SquareHue subscription box for only $14.99 a month. For that one low price, you get three bottles of high quality nail polish shipped right to your door. This keeps your nails looking fresh and original every month. They already shipped out the 1930's box for April, but if you sign up today, you can get the May 1940's box!  To learn more about SquareHue and all they have to offer, be sure to visit their website or follow them on their social media.

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Buy the Best and Get Rewarded with the CVS Beauty Club

CVS/pharmacy has always been my favorite spot for all my healthcare and beauty needs. They have great deals everyday, but ever since they started their beauty club, I have even more to look forward to. If you aren't familiar with the CVS Beauty Club, here are some of the advantages of signing up:

• $5 ExtraBucks® Rewards for every $50 cumulatively spent on qualifying beauty products  (includes hundreds of products across cosmetics, skincare, haircare, hair appliances, hair accessories, hair color and fragrance
•  10% off beauty shopping pass at enrollmen
• $3 ExtraBucks® Rewards on the your birthday 
•   CVS/pharmacy regularly launches new beauty products from leading brands, including dermatologist-approved brands in the Healthy Skincare Center and exclusive to CVS/pharmacy brands like the NEW Makeup Academy collection, the Essence of Beauty fragrance, bath and body line, and the Nuance Salma Hayek beauty collection. 
•   Risk-free shopping! They offer a 100% satisfaction Beauty Guarantee on beauty purchases! If you're dissatisfied for any reason, you can return the beauty product (opened or unopened) along with your receipt to any CVS/pharmacy store. They’ll refund the full purchase price — no questions asked!
• In-store, beauty shoppers can receive personalized consultations and product advice from Beauty ConsultantsOnline, beauty shoppers/fans can access deals, expert how-tos, beauty giveaways, etc. at CVS.com, Facebook.com/CVSBeautyClub and Twitter.com/BeautyClub

There are tons of great brands that participate in the beauty club. To help give us an idea, CVS/pharmacy sent me a box filled with goodies to try out. Skincare, haircare, make-up, nail polish--all of this and more can earn you cash back at CVS.  Just look at all these amazing products.

My daughter and I had a great time going through these items, and we even passed some on to my mom. That's three generations of women that were thrilled with the variety at CVS/pharmacy.  Here's a little more info on some of our favorites.

Suave Texturizing Salt Spray -  A few spritzes of this sea salt spray will leave your hair looking full and healthy.

Ergo Buffer - This  buffer has all the tools you need for a perfect manicure, but its small enough to toss in your handbag. The device is an oval shape and on each side is a different buffer. In the center is the part that makes your nails shiny.

Sally Hansen Micro Gel Nail Polish - This polish gives your nails a more natural shine and it lasts much longer than regular polish. 

Revlon Photo Ready Insta-Fix Concealer-  Hide stubborn zits or wrinkles instantly. This looks completely natural.

Eye Booster Instant Lash Extension Kit- Finally, long beautiful lashes that aren't all clumpy and gross. This stuff is amazing.

CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser - This cleanser is gentle but still exfoliates your skin, leaving it feeling soft and healthy.

Nexxus Serum Caviar - This serum provides gentle conditioning you can apply to hair throughout the day to keep it manageable and looking its best.

Dual Ended Precision Tweezers-Whether you're plucking eyebrows or removing a splinter, these tweezers have what it takes. The slanted tip makes it easy to get a good grip on stubborn hairs.

Rimmel London Provocalips - Two easy steps to perfect lips and color that lasts for up to sixteen hours!

Revlon Photoready Eye Art - Lid, Line, and Lash all in one package! You can have beautiful eyes in seconds with this awesome product.

TRESemme Perfectly Undone Ultra Brushable Hold Hairspray - Finally, a hairspray that holds your curls but still allows you to run your fingers through your hair!

These are only a few examples of the products you can purchase at CVS to earn cash back in the Beauty Club program. To see all that CVS has to offer,  head to your local CVS/pharmacy or visit them online at  CVS.com, Facebook.com/CVSBeautyClub and Twitter.com/BeautyClub.