Nails done? OH YEAH! Check!

First off I would like to state, if you don't like the shape of my nail, you don't have to make a comment about it.  It is my nails, not yours.  You're entitled to your own opinion, and I am entitled to ignoring rude comments.  Sorry it had to be stated.

So my current nails are my typical splatter gradient type.  No matter what, I love doing them.  They are so fun and easy to do.  For a tutorial on them: Here.

Super simple nails

So here are the nails that I had for the past few days.  If you're following me on Twitter, you might know how busy I have been.  I kept it super simple.
Nail Polish Used:

• Wet n Wild Spoiled - Thanks a Latte
• Milani Nail Lacquer - Beach Front
• Milani One Coat Glitter Nail Lacquer - Twinkle
• NYC New York Color Matte me Crazy

And with that, I am sad to say my thumb nail broke yesterday.  I ended up bumping it against a car chair pretty hard, and it broke off.

I was spending time with my family, when it happened.  BOO! :( -cries- I didn't have a file in my purse, so I ended up swinging to the 99cents store to pick one up since it was late.
When I got home, after putting together the kits for the shoot we are having today, I ended up filing my nails down a bit.  I will post my current nails some time later today hopefully.  If not today, tomorrow.

When was the last time you broke your nail? 

 

Expired: Walgreens' Friends and Family Event! Today only!!

Walgreens is having a Friends and Family event, that is for today ONLY (May 11)!  You could print out the coupon or shop online using the code FRIEND15 at checkout (free shipping at $25).  You could use the coupon on clearance items as well or any item that is 50% off.

The only fail I see with this is that you get to print it out more than once, one print has four coupons.  It states only three uses per a customer.  So before you hit that checkout stand, make sure to have someone with you to pick up the other half of your set :)

Happy shopping at your local Walgreens!

* Coupon code FRIEND15 valid up to three uses per customer on May 11, 2012. Code must be entered at time of checkout to apply discount. Discount does not apply to pharmacy, contact lenses, photo orders, electronics, gift card purchases, taxes or shipping charges. Shopping carts containing Contact Lenses and/or Electronics Tier products are ineligible for the FRIEND15 promotion. Contact Lenses and/or Electronics Tier products should be placed in a separate order. Orders must be placed by May 11, 2012 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time to qualify. Timing will be determined by Walgreens server clock. Offer valid online only.

**Free shipping restrictions apply. See free shipping & return details.

*** Valid in Walgreens stores on Friday, May 11, 2012 only during regular store hours. Offer not valid on prescriptions, cigarettes, dairy products, liquor, liquor department items, phone cards, newspapers, magazines, stamps, gift cards, HME and DME products, items or services submitted to insurance for reimbursement or where otherwise limited by law. Also not valid toward Prescription Savings Club membership fee. Limit one card per person per purchase. Coupon must accompany purchase. Copies of coupon are void.

L.o.t.D. Teal me up

Today's look is one of my favorite eyeshadow shades combination.  I seriously love the shades pink, purple, and teal working together on a look. 

Tutorial: Nail Art - Sponge Gradient meets Splatter

Remember this nail look I did?  If you don't you can spot it here.
Well I was asked to make a tutorial on this, and I know it is long over due!  So sorry for that, but here it is and I hope you enjoy it!

Uh-oh! FiS Moment!!

So here are the goodies I got over the weekend!  Most of them were from Walgreens.  I swear my local Walgreens, a bunch of them know me now haha.  I almost went there every day last week just because of the sales.  Friday was my last grab from them, and I only grabbed a few on Sunday.
Oh Mail! Oh My!

• Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Serum
• JĀSÖN Restorative Biotin Pure Natural Shampoo

I received these in the mail from Klout, which is a great way to get free items!  You get to compare your score with friends and such.  It's pretty interesting!  So if you're into blogging, twitting, etc. make sure to check them out!  I'll be giving the Neutrogena to my mom.  And can't wait to use the shampoo!  Thanks Klout!
**Under no obligation did I receive this item or talk about Klout.  I will not get any additional benefits for talking about the product or company.
Sally Beauty:

• Lip Gloss Applicators & Mascara Wands

I couldn't believe I just went in there, grabbed what I needed for work, and left.  I think mostly cause one of the workers at the Sally I went to, which by the way I never go to that one, irked me!  She was arguing with me saying she thought my nails were fake, and that I didn't do them.  She then went on how she has to do stiletto nails for class.  I am sorry if my nails were fake, I'll let you know!  And I never let anyone do my nails really!  If I didn't do them I'll say where I got it done.  -sigh- K end of that.  It just annoys me when people just keep saying I didn't do them, or insisting that they are fake.  HATERS HAHAHA!  Okay vent over!  Back to my haul!
Target:

• Pond's S Hydrator for dry or sensitive skin
• ELF Clear mascara and brow

Picked up the ELF for easy usage on the male actors for the shoot.  Honestly I rarely use it unless their brows need to be groomed up a bit.  I decided to try out Pond's S Hydrator, since the last Pond's moisturizer I have tried was in high school.  Hopefully it'll be good for hubs dry and sensitive skin issue.  Lately he has been using theBalm's timeBalm Vanilla Oil moisturizer, which he loves.  And here is a little confession:  I have been such a moisturizer fiend lately!
Walgreens:

• 6 Carmex Moisturizing Lip Balm (BOGOF) - 2 have been left out of the picture
• Nivea creme moisturizer & soft creme moisturizer (BOGO1/2)
• 2 Rimmel London Foundation - which will be used for work
• Rimmel London Fix & Perfect Pro Primer
• Rimmel London Sexy Curves waterproof mascara - black
• Rimmel London Gentle Eye makeup remover RAIN CHECK for 2

When I bought the Rimmel items it was during their 50% off.  I asked for a rain check on their eye makeup remover since they didn't have anymore.  Still an awesome grab, and I am hoping that they are in stock before my coupon expires!
Rite-Aid:

• Revlon - Whimsical 

Been hearing about this polish for awhile, and thought I should finally grab it.  At the moment all Revlon items are at 40% off at Rite-Aid.  So if you love their products head on over there.  Also make sure to like Rite-Aid on their Facebook page so you could get the $1 off coupon for a Revlon nail polish.  So I basically paid $1.99 for Whimsical!  How awesome is that? 
CVS:

• Wet n Wild Spoiled - Let's have sushi
• Wet n Wild Spoiled - Lox-y Lady
• Wet n Wild Spoiled - Thanks a Latte

If you haven't heard, Wet n Wild Spoiled polish is on sale for $0.99 this week over at CVS!  So make sure to get them before they run out.
And there you have it!  My total FiS moment, and with that I am going on a no-buy for awhile.  How long does your no-buy cosmetics usually last?  Mine...not that long to be honest.  I always end up cracking over something.  So I am going to see how long I could last on this one.

Nails done? OH YEAH! Check!

It really is gradient mania going on these past few days.  Normally when I do gradients I do the sponging technique.  Where I would take pieces of a cosmetic sponge, and dip it into some nail polish, and then on to my nail bed.

Lately I have been trying out other gradient techniques, that I have discovered, and by far I am loving my fellow nail art lover Sammy's (The Nailasaurus) technique.  It's simple to do, and it just makes it look perfect!  So make sure to check out her nail work as well!  She does a brilliant job when it comes to nail polish.

So on to my nails! 

"THE CLAWWWW!"  *imitates the voice of the toy aliens from Toy Story* Seriously every time I hear someone complain about how someone takes a picture of their nails doing the claw, that pops in my head.  I think the claw is one of the best ways to show off all your fingers, and thumb :)
Nail Polish Used:

• ORLY Bonder for base coat
• Rimmel London English Rose
• Rimmel London Hard Metal
• China Glaze Fast Forward for top coat

How do you do your gradients?