Think Spring: Sally Hansen and NYC New York Color

Just look outside and you certainly won't feel Spring-like yet these new colors from both Sally Hansen and NYC New York Color are sure to warm you up!

The nail polish you already love just got better! Millions of women know that Sally Hansen® Insta-Dri™ nail polish gives them a quick-drying, high-shine manicure that lasts. Now, an improved formula delivers extended wear and enhanced shine — still with the one stroke, one coat convenience that has made Insta-Dri™ a cult favorite since 2009.

Insta-Dri's three-in-one formula combines base coat, color, and top coat in one bottle, making it even easier to have a glossy manicure in a minute. It dries in just 60 seconds, creating full-coverage color and shine without the wait.

Along with an improved formula, Insta-Dri™ also features 14 new, must-have shades that incorporate the season's standout runway trends. Rich chocolate and champagne add cashmere-like coziness to any manicure. Or go bold with fiery tones of red and orange — three different hues allow you to turn up the intensity as much as you like. Lilac, cherry, and plum tap into fall’s purple moment, while blue and teal provide a cooling effect. Meanwhile, the season’s new neutrals (think: the inkiest black, steel gray) are the nails’ answer to Normcore. These anything-but-boring basics prove that colors don’t need to shout to stand out. And with 40 total fast-drying shades to choose from, there's no shortage of variety.

Even the appearance of Insta-Dri™ is getting a boost. A new, sleek logo freshens up the packaging for a more contemporary style — a fitting look for a nail polish made for today's on-the-go pace.

THE SHADES: Re-teal Therapy, Plummet, In Nude-tral, Cherry Fast, Navy Fleet, Show Steel-er, Making Mauves, Leapin’ Lilac, Black to Black, Ablazing!, Quick Fire, Set Sail, Cocoa A Go Go, Orange Zest

THINK: Everything you need for the ultimate eye looks.

WHAT IT IS: Make your gorgeous peepers pop with the new City Proof Complete Eye Collection from NYC New York Color. From the first touch of primer to the last swipe of mascara, you will look flawless from lid to lash. Go big and bold with colored liners, or make a dramatic statement by mixing different shades of shadows.

THE CITY PROOF COMPLETE EYE COLLECTION INCLUDES:

• 24 HR Waterproof Mascara $2.99: This 24-hour long-wearing, volumizing mascara available in black is smudge-proof, flake-proof, and water-proof. Keep lashes flexible and comfortable with this gentle mascara, with a quick-drying formula that sets in a flash.

• 24 HR Eye Primer $2.99: A perfect base, this primer makes your shadow shine. Available in one global shade, the primer comes in a convenient retractable chubby for creaseless, long-lasting color.

• 24 HR Waterproof Eye Shadow $2.99: This retractable chubby has a unique, pigment-packed formula for 24-hour waterproof wear. Color glides on smooth and stays crease-proof all day and all night. Try using it as a liner, or smudge with your finger for a smoky effect. Available shades: Wall Street Bronze, Brooklyn Mocha, Tribeca Taupe, 5th Ave Gold Rush, Murray Hill Champagne, Rockefeller Center Snowflakes, Empire State Building, New York At Night, Central Park Tulips, East River Romance and Madison Square Park

Coca-Cola by OPI: ICONS OF HAPPINESS

The ad campaign can now be seen in many magazines and will be available soon for your nails and toes! I have witnessed so many wonderful collaborations with OPI and think this is another winning combination. OPI Products Inc., a subsidiary of COTY Inc, announced a collaboration months ago with The Coca-Cola Company, the world’s largest beverage company and home to one of the world’s most iconic brands – Coca-Cola, whose mission is to inspire moments of refreshment, optimism and happiness. Several of the Company’s most recognized brands – including Coca-Cola, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Cherry Coke, Vanilla Coke, Sprite and Fanta – were the inspiration for a line of OPI limited edition nail lacquers that will launch internationally in June 2014.

“We’re excited to partner with OPI, a preeminent nail polish brand with global reach and influence among our core target teen audience,” said Kate Dwyer, Group Director Worldwide Licensing, The Coca-Cola Company. “Coca-Cola has a long history of collaborations with beauty and lifestyle brands to further connect with consumers and tastemakers in a way that is meaningful and relevant for them.” “As the global leader in the professional nail industry, OPI is thrilled to 
partner with the world’s top beverage company, The Coca-Cola Company,” remarks Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Co-Founder and Executive Vice President. “These two iconic brands truly deliver happiness in a bottle – whether it’s a refreshing, invigorating sip of Coke or a set of fingers and toes perfectly polished with OPI nail lacquer.” 

All shades available in GELCOLOR BY OPI for a limited time. You can try them on at www.opi.com. I also like using their app on my smartphone as it allows me to try on a myriad of their collections from wherever I am! 

Colors pictured from left to right: Coca-Cola Red, Today I Accomplished Zero, My Signature is "DC", You're So Vain-illa, Sorry I'm Fizzy Today, Get Cherried Away, Green on the Runway, Orange You Fantastic! and A Grape Affair.

Note: Top picture was taken from their ad campaign and the bottom picture is my very own taken of my local Coca-Cola vendor!

Glitter Gal Australia: Newly Launched "Blooming Babes" Collection!

Glitter Gal Australia has launched their Spring Range, "Blooming Babes," inspired by the botanical flowers of Spring! New Cremes, a New Holographic Shade and the reintroduction of the ultimate shine Gloss Boss top coat are all ready for purchase!

I became a fan of theirs a couple of years ago and their polishes still impress me with their quality, long lasting wear and variety of shades.

The new polishes I swatched were Bikini Bare (pastel pink), Mozzie Bite ( red with a hint of pink) and Love Bite Holographic ( a true red). Available for $ 9.95 each and $ 11.95 for the Holo they are 5 Free, Australian made, do not bleed nor chip, are quick to dry and give your nails an overall smooth to the touch high gloss finish.

Gloss Boss Top Coat is available for $ 14.95 and leaves your nails with a gel like finish. It can be used on cremes, holos and special texture shades for the ultimate color enhancement.

Visit them online at www.ggalaustralia.com to see their incredible line of polishes.

Bikini Babe, Love Bite Holo and Mozzie Bite.

This photo was courtesy of their site and you can almost feel the Spring air breezing in while looking at this color palette! 

Bernadette Thompson's Pop Up Shop

I adore the talent, kindness, generosity and everything that has made Bernadette Thompson the well known celebrity manicurist she is today. From Hip- Hop to haute couture, her clients include Beyonce Knowles, Madonna, Gwen Stefani, Iman, and Charlize Theron just to name a few. She is asked for by name on set and has such a lovely demeanor I was excited to see her nail collection as well as the many talented traveling artists some of which she has taken with her on a 17 city tour showcasing her own collection in her very own pop up shop.

I was delighted to meet wonderful talents such as AstroWifey ( whom I found out that we have a friend in common, the Founder of www.polishedgirlz.org), @Nailsbymztina, @Kandiyamz, @thenailpicasso, @hernailsrock, @briannaaqueeno and so many more talented artists (these are their Instagram names by the way). 

Here are just a few pics from the event that took place here in NYC. 

 

Getting the royal Cuticle Oil treatment!

 

All smiles for the camera!

Two Collections that were available only at the pop up shop for $ 110 each.

 

 

 

Some of the many pictures on Instagram that showcase the Pop Up Shop.

I have so many wonderful memories of that day! Stay tuned to what is next by visiting www.bernadettethompson.com for upcoming events. I know her site has been in the works as of late yet you can always use the Contact Us button for questions. There is also a number for details!

Go Bernadette, go!