Shellac Manicure Review

Okay, I'm really behind on my update. I got busy, maybe lazy. 

I've had the shellac off for 2 weeks now. 

To remind you here is Day 1 of my shellac manicure.

I had some chips that we talked about here. I ended up doing some touch ups for my friends reception and then just waited until more chips came. I ended up just peeling most of the shellac off after a rather long morning meeting at work. I noticed it and then couldn't let it go. I don't think that's exactly how you're supposed to do it. I had a 2 nails that I used acetone on to get the polish off. 

My nails had a dry look to them after taking the polish off but the didn't peel or crack. They actually felt stiffer than normal which I liked. All around I probably won't do shellac a lot but if I specifically wanted to get my nails done for multiple events close to each other I would consider doing it again.

I realized the day after I took my shellac off that the strengthening and conditioning polish I did own was over 2 years old and figured that should be updated. I asked around and had quite a few people recommend the Essie brand for nail strengthening. 

It's a light pink color that dries clear. I like it. It dries quickly and has a nice shine. It was always really smooth to put on. 

I got some nail polish from my friend for my birthday. I call it grown up glitter polish. I put it on my toes yesterday afternoon and then had to do my fingers as well.

It's just that fun.

Isn't it fun?!?! It's Spoiled by Wet N Wild. I know it was purchased at CVS but I personally haven't seen it anywhere else yet.

I has blue and silver flecks in it. My friend got herself a bottle as well but in champagne colors. 

I may have to see if they have a pink. 

Don't you agree it's glitter for adults? 

Seriously people. My nails haven't had this much color and fun on them since who knows when! 

I like it. 

Shellac Manicure Update

It's day 10 of having my shellac manicure on and today my opinion dropped a bit.

This morning half the polish came off on one of my nails! So sad! I had some chips that were bugging me already. (apparently I can be a bit of a perfectionist) But I was impressed with how well it looked after doing dishes daily, cleaning a bathroom, and just normal life.

I bought the polish they used with my pedicure which matches so I touched it up myself. But there's a difference if you look close and it still kinda feels like I'll catch it on something and the rest will come off. I just need it to last until Saturday then I don't care.

I don't know if it was the salon I went to, since my pedicure has not lasts well at all, how much I did, or of my nails just don't like polish. I've seen other people have it last longer.

Well that's my quick update. I haven't decided if I'm completely against shellac now or if it was still nice. I'll tell you this weekend.

Instagram Catch-Up

I haven't posted in awhile and it was a busy week/weekend. 

But I did document it all with Instagram. 

Have you seen these in your grocery store. I know carmel dip is more common but if you find these with the cinnamon dip get them. So delicious and only 60 calories or maybe 90 I had to many fun snack packs this week. 

Then my sister ruined my plans to eat healthy and good all week by bringing me a mini vanilla creme brûlée. It was seriously delicious and I must must learn how to make this at home. Do you know that means a torch? That would be fun. :D

Did you know Starbucks had this deal on their bags?? I didn't until this week. I have missed out on so many free coffees. Sad sad times....

We had a party at work this week. One of my coworkers always gets this certain spinach artichoke dip from Costco. It is amazing, delicious, and I love love love it!!! I ate way to much of it to be perfectly honest. 

Apparently a lot of this week focused on food....

I had taco bell on Friday for the first time in quite a while. It wasn't great but I still love the sauce packets.

Saturday it was all about Team Bride. (Awesome cup and we had bracelets!!!) My lovely friend Anne is getting hitched in Vegas this week so we had a spa day Saturday morning that involved manicures and pedicures. So lovely....

I haven't had color on my finger nails in years. This was my first shellac manicure and so far I really really like it. The color isn't black like it looks in the picture. It is OPI Russian Navy and I really love the color. I will let you know how the shellac keeps up for the allotted 14 days. 

The brides and I's nails. There was another girl but our last stop got cancelled so we didn't get the pic. 

And the freshly pedicured toes. Oh pedicures...I missed you much.

We had a Easter concert at church this week. It went great and the artist Sean C. did an amazing job. It really spoke to me and I was so glad some of my friends could come. 

I made a return to TJ Maxx on Monday and while I waited in line they caught me with their candles by the check outs. This citrus cilantro candle smelled amazing and I just couldn't resist. I've never seen this Maison brand and I'm very impressed so far.