Cameo Colours Lacquers: The Floral Feelings Collection

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Hi everyone! Today I have a gorgeous collection by Cameo Colours Lacquers. The Floral Feelings collection consists of 5 polishes: 4 metallic holos and 1 holo/glitter topper. 

I have the 4 opaque polishes shown here as 3 coats topped with KBShimmer Clearly On Top. Since I have pretty long nails I felt I needed that extra coat to ensure I had no VNL. If you have average length nails you should be able to get away with 2 coats fairly easy. The formula for these are excellent. They apply smooth and even, no dragging/pulling or flooding of the cuticles or sides. they also have excellent dry time. The holo is more noticeable in person, it's definitely not an in your face holo, more of a subtle kiss of it, so it doesn't take away from the other elements of the polishes.

Polish 'M "Olive You From My Head Tomatoes"

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Zoya Earth Day Exchange 2017

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Zoya Earth Day Exchange 2017

Tonic Polish "I Glitterally DGAF"

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@tonicpolish "I Glitterally DGAF" from the the first round of @anonamaker polishes.
A lovely deep purple to red shifty base with rainbow shifting glitters.
Shown as 2 coats with top coat.
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Macro of "Uplift"

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#Macro of #PolishM "'Uplift". Please see my previous post for more info.
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"Uplift" by Polish 'M

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#PRSample: "Uplift" by Polish 'M: Elevate or stimulate (someone) morally or spiritually.
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This is a reddened purple base with holo micro flakies, scattered galaxy holo and orange gold shimmer. I have it shown here as 2 coats with top coat.
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This is part of the Words of Encouragement collection for Spring 2017 and will be making its debut very soon! Make sure to follow @creativenailchick and join the group "Polish 'M Fans" for launch info!
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Macro of "Motivate"

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"Motivate" by Polish 'M
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"Motivate" by Polish 'M

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#PRSample: "Motivate" by Polish 'M: Provide (someone) with a motive for doing something.
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This is a medium orange base with holo micro flakies, scattered galaxy holo and a blue shimmer. I have it shown here as 2 coats with top coat.
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This is part of the Words of Encouragement collection for Spring 2017 and will be making its debut very soon! Make sure to follow @creativenailchick and join the group "Polish 'M Fans" for launch info!
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Zoya: Sunsets (One Coat Cremes) Summer 2016

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Hey guys! Long time no see! It's been a crazy 6 months for me, I've just had so much going on in my personal life, so I just haven't had time to post to the blog. Since I've been on break I've managed to collect quite the pile of Zoya Collections that I needed to swatch/post. Over the last 48 hours I have knocked out several sets, so I will be putting up a few posts between now and New Years Eve. 

The first set I have to show you is part 1 of the Summer 2016 Collection, the Sunsets. This set consists of 6 bright creme polishes. I have all 6 shown here as 1 easy coat with a fast drying glossy top coat. 

Model City Polish: Summer Collection 2016 (Picture Heavy)

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Hi guys! Today I have the Model City Summer Collection to show you. This collection consists of 6 vibrant polishes with holographic pigment and ultra holo glitter of various sizes. I did my best to try and capture all the sparkle and to show you how they all look in different kinds of light. YOU will notice that the holo in some appear more intense than in others, that's mostly because my camera was flipping out over the bright colors and the sparkle. LOL This collection will launch TODAY at 7pm CST. 

These all have wonderful formulas, not to thick but just enough to give them good control during application. They dry down fairly quick and the glitters settle into the polish nicely so there isn't any texture to them at all. I have all 6 shown here as 2 coats topped with Serum No 5 Need For Speed Top Coat. 

Now it's time for swatches...

Superchic Lacquer: Project Runway Collection Swatches & Review

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Hi guys! I have a late night post for ya tonight. I just got these late Sunday and had to try and rush to get them swatched since they are launching tomorrow! I really wanted to show you how beautifully holo these are, but the sun just wasn't cooperating with me. Soooooo since it was cloudy and gloomy I had to use my trusty ol' Ottie! While I didn't manage to capture some of the holo-ie goodness, these photos really don't do justice to this collection. Trust me when I say they are super sparkly and rainbowy. Do you like how I just make up words? LOL

The Superchic Lacquer Project Runway Collection consists of 8 "SuperHolo" shades, basically a holo pigmented base packed full of holo micro glitters. I have all 8 swatched here as 1 coat, yes 1, topped with 1 coat of Superchic Marvel Top Coat. Jen has said that since these are "high saturation" colors, they can possibly cause some staining. I didn't have any problems, just make sure to use a good quality base coat to prevent any issues. The holo is very noticeable in all of these, both scattered and linear, it just depends on the light and angle to determine which you will see.  

The formula for these is on the thicker side, personally I prefer a thick formula. I find that with a thick formula you get better control, making application easier and requiring less clean up, if any at all. Just make sure to not over work the polish when applying or you will have some pulling since it very glitter dense. I did use only one thick coat for each of these but you could definitely use 2 thinner coats if you prefer. If you do, just be patient and allow the first coat to dry down completely first or you will have some clumping. Since these are very glitter dense they do dry down textured, but not at all abrasive. On a scale of 1-5 (1 = no texture, 5 = rough) I'd say these are about a 3/3.5. I only used 1 coat of top coat because 1) I was running low ( I actually used the last of my Marvel Top Coat on these swatches) and 2) I wanted to see how hungry these polishes were. At first I thought I could get away with 1 coat but they did eat my top coat just a bit so I will definitely do 2 next time I wear them.  

Let's get into the swatches now...

daniPro Infused Nail Polish Swatches & Review

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Hi giys! Today I am showing you a new to me brand. daniPro is a doctor created toxin-free nail polish. I visited daniPro's website and they seem to have a nice slection of colors and finishes to choose from, so there is pretty much something for everyone. Let's take a look at what I  was sent, shall we?

Zoya: Petals for Spring 2016

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Hey guys! I hope everyone had a great weekend. I have swatches from the Spring 2016 collection from Zoya to show you today. Let's just jump right in...

Polish 'M: Rest & Relaxation Collection

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Hi all! Today I have a beautiful Polish 'M collection to show you. The Rest & Relaxation collection consists of 10 polishes: 8 "Cremelly" polishes (which basically means they are more of a creme base than a typical crelly) and 2 crelly-glitter polishes, all packed with gorgeous shimmer. All are shown as 2 coats unless otherwise noted, topped with Serum No.5 Need For Speed Top Coat. They all have the fabulous formula that I have come to expect and love when using Polish 'M lacquers; a nice formula that applies easily, no dragging, pooling, flooding of the cuticles or sides and no thickening during application. The crelly-glitters have a lovely opaqueness to them, the glitters distribute nice and even and they look so squishy once you top coat them! Let's get to the swatches...

Zoya: Whispers 2016 Transitional Collection Swatches

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Hi guys! I'm trying to play catch up here lately. I have had these Zoya swatches sitting in my computer for a couple of months now. I swatched them and just sort of forgot about them. Oops! Better late than never, right? 

The Whispers Collection is the Winter to Spring transitional collection for 2016. It consists of 6 muted neutral shades in a lovely creme finish. I have all 6 shown here as 2 coats topped with Zoya Armor Top Coat. These all have an excellent formula, nice and opaque on the second coat. No issues with dragging, balding, flooding or thickening during application. I had no issues at all, they are exactly what I expect from Zoya. 

KBShimmer: Ripe For the Pink-ing & Purr-fectly Paw-some for Spring 2016

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Hi guys, long time no see! I have been so bad at keeping up with the blog lately, I have just had a lot of stuff going on in my life I've had difficulty in finding time and then getting motivated for anything. I'm not making any promises to post as often as I used to but I would like to post at least once a week from here on out, but again, NO promises! ;)

 Anyway! Today I have a couple of stunning KBShimmer polishes to show you. I have 1 of seven shades from the Mega Flame Collection for Spring 2016, which consists of 7 holographic micro glitter shades in a tinted jelly base. I also have 1 of seven new polishes from the Spring 2016 collection, which consists of a mix of finishes from holo to a matte neon glitter topper. So let's just jump right into my swatches, shall we? 

KBShimmer: Breaking Blues & Carpe Denim for Fall 2015 Swatches

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Good morning and happy Monday! I have so much to show you guys this week, well over the next 2 weeks actually. Between swatching, getting blog posts ready, working and prepping for the holiday...I may just lose my mind here shortly! Oh well, that's life.

I figured since winter is just around the corner I should show you all these two fall polishes first in my long line of planned posts. I was originally supposed to show these to you a couple of months ago but, silly me, I listed my address incorrectly and wound up receiving them with my winter samples! Oops! I'm so bad about proofing. Anyway, these babies were definitely worth the wait, so let's get to it...

Elevation Polish: Glacier Collection & Yeti Duo Swatches

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Hey guys! Who's going crazy with the upcoming holiday? ME!! So let's take a nice break and look at some pretty polishes! Today I have the two newest collections from Elevation to show you. Up first I have the Glacier Collection...

Engilchek Glacier: "a dusty light purple shimmer. Micro shimmer in pink & violet."

Shown as 2 coats topped with Superchic Marvel Top Coat.

This has an excellent formula. There was no flooding the cuticles or sides, no dragging or balding and very self leveling. The shimmer is a bit muted until under direct light but when it shows it's gorgeous! 

Engilchek retails for $9.

Takko Lacquer: Partial Summer Collection, Cosmoprof Color & 3rd Birthday Color Swatches and Restock Info

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Hi guys! I know I don't generally get to post my indies on the blog anymore but I want to try and do mini posts like the one I will be doing today more often. I sort of stepped away form full time "blogging" in favor of posting my reviews/swatches to Instagram because it's easier, faster and just more convenient to post there. I won't be doing full blown posts with multiple photos, unless I have the time, instead I'll post a quick rundown with 1 photo of each polish, a link to it's original review post and a link to it's macro shot (if available) that will be on my Instagram account, @sassypaints2012. These links will give you the normal information I'd usually put in a review post here; shade descriptions, how the polish applies, and any other information I deem important. 

I know that some of our IG feeds tend to move rather quickly and you can really miss some great photos, I hope this will help bring you more of my swatches/reviews and in turn get more of these great polishes on your fingers! 

Recently I had the great honor of being asked to swatch for Takko Lacquer! I was thrilled to have this opportunity and of course jumped right on it. Up first I have 4 polishes from the Summer Collection,. These and the rest of the Summer Collection will be restocked today at 8pm ET.

SinfulColors Summer 2015: Street Fusion Swatches Pt II

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Hi guys! I finally have the second half of the SinfulColors Street Fusion review I promised. If you missed the first part, or just need a refresher, you can find that here.  So let's just jump right into it, shall we?