Attention all Deuce Beauties Followers + Valentines Day Mani

Followers! I need your help, again! I have just sent in my Color Club Valentines Day nail art entries. The rules were to keep it simple and presentation. If you like my mani below please "Like" and/or comment on my picture on Facebook to cast your vote!


It's easy, just log onto your FB account and follow this link then click the "like" button and that's it!

Rules were to keep it simple and presentation. 

Use 2-4 Color Club colors and 1-2 Art Club Colors

Entry #1: Red Velvet Cupcake, Lace, Hearts, Roses, Stripes

Products used: Raspberry Rush, Vintage Couture, 069 Red on Red, and 001 White.

Entry #2: Lace

Products used: New Bohemian, Vintage Couture, and 001 White.

 If you don't have a FB account but would like to show your support, you can leave a comment down below and that would be great too! It won't count as an actual vote, but I would appreciate it regardless! Thank youuu!

If you voted, please help spread the word! You guys are the greatest! xx

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OPI: Nicki Minaj Review & Swatches
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OPI: Nicki Minaj Collection Review & Swatches

 It's no surprise to my friends and family that I am a die hard Nicki Minaj fan! Choose a song and I'll  rap it for ya! Seriously, Nicki Minaj and Lady Gaga are two of the most powerful women in the industry right now and I am hooked on both of them! ;)

Anyway, today I have the entire OPI Nicki Minaj collection to show you all. This collection offers 3   fun cremes, 2 gorgeous glitters, and 1 new shade of shatter. So, let's get started!

Pink Firday

I have been searching both high and low for the perfect pink and I have officially proclaimed it to be Pink Friday! An innocent, bubble gum pink that dries to a heavenly creme finish. This was 2 coats of pure perfection. YUM!

Did It On `Em

A lime green, chartreuse creme. This is one of those colors that you either appreciate or immediately pass up on. Personally, I love these kinds of shades. :) IMO, it's a perfect addition to this collection and I can def. see Nicki incorporating this color into her outfit. Formula was a tad thick and streaky, but leveled out after the second coat. 

Fly

A fabulous teal creme. The formula was a bit thick, but very manageable. This was 2 coats. Taking a look at the other colors from the collection, Fly isn't the most unique, nonetheless,  another perfect addition to this collection. Nothing, but positive thoughts with this one.

Metallic for Life

 It's an intense charcoal infused with both small silver hex glitters and silver micro glitters. I love it, it's definitely "edgy" and reminds me of Roman Zolanski, one of Nicki Minaj's many alter egos. The first coat is a bit sheer, but is opaque after 2-3 coats. I suppose using a black base would speed up the process.

Save Me

A clear based polish infused with teeny silver micro glitters and blue and silver holo string/bar glitters. Like most bar glitters, getting an even distribution is the story of your life! Consequently, this requires roughly about 3-4 coats + dry time for a generous disperse of glitter. I recommend applying a dark base and using this for layering; this is when the holographic effect is at its peak! Nonetheless, it has beauty written all over it! ;)

Super Bass over Pink Friday

Super Bass over Did It On `Em

Super Bass over Fly

Pink Friday, Did It On `Em, and Metallic for Life

Overall, I think that OPI did an amazing job depicting the many colors of Nicki Minaj. Whether you want a girly pink, a bold chartreuse, or an edgy glitter, this collection has winner written all over it! The formulas on these were perfect with the exception of the glitter placement from Save Me, but for a beautiful polish, I'll put in the extra effort. 

OPI Nicki Minaj is available now at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($9.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer. 

As always, hope this helps and happy shopping!

What are your must haves from this collection? Thoughts?! I'd love to know down below!

A sample of these products were kindly sent to me for review purposes. I am not being compensated in anyway, shape, or form. The reviews on Deuce Beauties my are honest opinions, based on my experience/knowledge with each product mentioned.

~Carla

OPI: Holland Collection Spring/Summer 2012 Review & Swatches

 Good morning, lovelies! 

As promised on my Facebook page, here is the long anticipated OP Holland Collection for Spring/Summer 2012. This collection offers 12 new shades inspired by the country's range of stunning shades.

 I've got tons to cover, so, let's jump right to it! ;)

Did You `ear About Van Gogh 

The perfect nude/neutral/creme/beige/sand. Application was P-E-R-F-E-C-T in 2 coats, but I could have gotten away with 1 if I were more careful. I love how it's very work appropriate, yet chic and classy at the same time. 

Pedal Faster Suzi!

A pinkish, lavender packed with tons of pink and silver shimmers. Like I've said in the past, I'm not too big on pink glitter, shimmer, or frost finishes. It just never grew on me, I guess. This was 3 coats. Who knows, maybe this pink will change the game! ;)

Kiss Me on My Tulips

An intensely pigmented blue toned pink that dries to an incredibly glossy creme finish. This was 1 generous coat. If you're looking for a good hot pink that requires little to effort to apply, this may be your new best friend! 

Red Lights Ahead... Where?

An insanely pigmented red/orange, coral that also dries to a suuuper glossy finish. This baby applied like buttah and was perfect after 2 generous coats. Definitely a fun summer color to bright up any look! 

A Roll in the Hague

Oh Em Freakin' Gee! :O That literally summed up how I feel about this baby! ;) I intensely pigmented ripe orange/tangerine that again, dries to an ultra glossy finish. This was 1 generous coat. A true eye catcher that will definitely make up do a double take! Another summer must have! 

Gouda Gouda Two Shoes

A rosy, brown infused with ultra fine shimmers that appear more subtle on the nail. I'm gonna say it, it reminds me of something my grandma would wear! That's not a bad thing! It's a really classic color that you either appreciate or skip. This is a keeper in my book and immediately reminded me of Sinful Colors Vacation Time in certain lighting.  This was 2 coats.

Wooden Shoe Like to Know 

Chocolate milk is the first thing that popped into my head after applying the first coat! A gorgeous brown/taupe infused with ultra fine bronze/golden shimmer that beautifully distinct and apparent on the nail.This was 2 generous coats. YUM! ;)

Thanks a Windmillion

A dusty jade or sea foam green. Application was flawless and applied beautifully with just 1 coat. Definitely a must have from the creme half of this collection! LOVE!

I Don't Give a Rotterdam!

A dusty blue leaning towards grey, infused with ultra fine silver and gold shimmer. The formula was a bit on the thinner side of the spectrum and was opaque after 3 coats. Another work appropriate color and is very subtle on the nail.

I Have a Herring Problem

Gah! I got these two confused confused all the time! -_- Very similar, but definitely not the same. This is a darker, richer  version of IDGAR, but with a slight green tint and gold/silver shimmers that is beautifully dispersed throughout the nail.  This was 3 coats.

Dutch `Ya Just Love OPI?

A beautiful medium purple infused with small flecks of bronze shimmers. This was 2 flawless coats. If you want to switch up from the brighter colors in the collection, you can't go wrong with this one.  Nothing but positive thoughts on this baby!  

Vampsterdam

OPI did an amazing job selecting the names for this collection and this name does not disappoint! Definitely the most "vampy" color from Holland. The perfect eggplant hue with a slight silver shimmer. This was 2 generous coats.

Overall, I think OPI did a fantastic job with this collection. Not only are the nail polishes beautiful and apply beautifully, but they also have the perfect names to go along! I was thoroughly impressed with the formula on these, not too thick not too thin- buttah! ;) IMO, this collection screams Spring/Summer and are the perfect addition to your stash! 

Cremes: Did You `Ear About Van Gogh?, Kiss Me on My Tulips, and Thanks a Windmillion

Shimmers: Wooden Shoe Like to Know, I Don't Give a Rotterdam, and I have a Herring Problem

Holland Collection by OPI will be available February 8, 2012, at Professional Salons, including Beauty Brands, Beauty First, Chatters, Dillard’s, JCPenney, Pure Beauty, Regis, Trade Secret, and ULTA, for $8.50 ($9.95 CAN) suggested retail for each Nail Lacquer. 

As always, hope this helps & happy shopping!

Which colors are your must haves? Thoughts? I'd love to know down below!

          
                                     

A sample of these products were kindly sent to me for review purposes. I am not being compensated in anyway, shape, or form. The reviews on Deuce Beauties my are honest opinions, based on my experience/knowledge with each product mentioned.

~Carla

Anise: Pleasure Collection Spring 2012 (Picture Heavyyy)

Good morning, everyone! :)

Today I have the 2012 Spring Collection from Anise. This collection offers 12 bottles inspired by the beautiful colors Spring. For those of you who are new to Anise, here is a little background information:

"We are passionate about beautiful nails. It’s our only business… providing the highest professional quality and most fashionable & beautiful nail colors to women worldwide. All our products are madeinusa using the finest (and most expensive) color pigments available in the cosmetic industry. Based on each season’s color trend forecasts, every nail lacquer shade is customized for intensity, shimmer, flecks, etc. Here’s a colorful fact: in the past nine years, ANISE has produced more than 1000 shades of nail lacquer- and no two colors are alike."

Get Linked & Shining Armor

Flirtini, Pink Pong, Sugar High, and Exotic Choice

Slinky Cardigan, Wrapped in Clouds, and Grape Escape

Smokestone, Blue Collar, and Urban Jungle

Nail Treatments

This stuff is amazing! ;)

Shining Armor

A beautiful champagne, gold infused with gold and copper shimmers.This was 2 coats. A very work appropriate color- chic and sophisticated.

Get Linked

A golden, olive with gold and copper shimmers. This one has a slight duochrome effect which is more apparent in person. Another work appropriate/neutral color and one of my must haves from this collection. This was 2 coats.

Flirtini

A bright, neon pink with silver shimmers that dries to a matte finish. This is beautiful alone, but it's true beauty is magnified with a glossy top coat. Bubble gum! :)

Pink Pong

An intensely pigmented hot pink that only requires 1 coat for opacity. Application was a dream and another must have to your collection of pinks.

Sugar High

A magenta with silver lining infused throughout  the bottle. I've said it in the past that frost/shimmer/glitter pink nail polishes are probably one of my least favorite colors. Unfortunately, this was my least favorite. :/ Nonetheless, this color is definitely appropriate for this collection. If you are a pink lover, you just might love this. This was 2 coats.

Exotic Choice

A lovely fuchsia that dries to a satin finish. I love the name and this color will definitely make any outfit ,"pop"! This was 2 generous coats.

Slinky Cardigan

LOL! Believe it or not, but I actually own a cardigan similar to this hue! :) A genius, dusty lavender that leans towards a light grey. Application was flawless with 2 coats. Another must have from this collection!

Wrapped in Clouds

A dusty, lavender leaning towards a light grey. It is very similar to Slinky Cardigan in the bottle, but on the nail, it's a totally different ball park. This was 2 coats.

Grape Escape

Isn't that the cutest lil name ever?! ;) A beautiful grey toned purple that requires 1 generous coat for full opacity. Applied the a dream!

Smokestone

The perfect name for this color, IMO. A dusty powder blue meets grey. This was 2 coats of perfection and another must have in my book!

Blue Collar

A deep cornflower blue that sets itself apart from the other blues in this collection. This was 2 coats and dried to an ultra glossy finish. 

Urban Jungle

An intensely pigmented, dark slate grey that leans toward teal. This was 2 coats and applied like buttah! Another must have for me!

Overall, this collection definitely puts me in the mood for Spring! Whether you want a pop of color(pinks), a vampy color(urban Jungle), or want to keep things neutral(golds), this collection offers 12 great shades to help you transition into Spring! Application on these were a breeze and had the perfect brush for effortless application. 

Get Linked, Slinky Cardigan, Smokestone, and Urban Jungle.

The collection launches February 1, 2012.

Anise nail polishes are sold in many salons especially in the Florida area, but are readily available at DSW shoe stores all around the country. 

Anise nail polishes retail for $6.00 each, but if your purchase them at DSW, there is always an ongoing promotion of Buy 1 get 1 50% off. Two for the price of one, SCORE! ;)

 I love what they stand by:

"We do not mass sell our collections and every color every season “sells out” completely---we do not warehouse our colors. We feel that it is important to always deliver the freshest + latest nail lacquers to our loyal shoppers..once “sold out”…gone."

"We never have and never will use such chemicals. To us, the word “toxic” means only one thing. It is bad for a woman’s health."

As always, hope this helps & happy shopping!

Which are your must have colors? Thoughts?! I'd love to know down below!

A sample of these products were kindly sent to me for review purposes. I am not being compensated in anyway, shape, or form. The reviews on Deuce Beauties my are honest opinions, based on my experience/knowledge with each product mentioned.

~Carla