Rainbow Mermaid Nail Art

I was really feelin the whole Rainbow nail art trend. So,I thought I would give it a go.

Interested in the stamping plates I used? Here are links to them.Amazon.com/2013Cheeky
Amazon.com/2012Cheeky

Want to see more of these plates in use? Here is a review of the New 2013 Cheeky Plates

Products used:
Sally Hansen Hard as Nail in Hard to Get
Sinful Colors in Neon Melon
China Glaze in Hanging in The Balance
and Finger Paints in Pink Perspective
Top Coat used was Seche Vite

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My Nail Care Routine (collab)

Krystal over at beautybykrystal cam up with a fabulous idea to have a collab nail care routine. You can see all these routines and what products are used to determine what works best for you.
Curious what other youtuber/bloggers Nail Care routine is?
Here are the amazing ladies links:
http://boldnbeautifulmakeup.blogspot.com/2013/05/blogger-collaboration-nail-care-routine.html
http://www.mirandasmakeupandmore.com/ (Coming Soon!)
 http://barbiebag.com/blog (Coming Soon!)
 http://www.momsmakeupstash.com/  http://www.momsmakeupstash.com/2013/05/nail-care-routine-featuring-go-to.html#.UaQMRSvF3VQ\
 http://www.beautybykrystal.com/  http://www.beautybykrystal.com/2013/05/nail-care-routine-products-collab.html



Products used:

"Cuticula" cuticle oil Cuticula Etsy Shop

Orly in Nailtrition  http://www.sallybeauty.com/orly-nailtrition/SBS-654814,default,pd.html? cm_vc=SEARCH

Orly in PrimeTime. I purchased this at my local Sally Beauty Supply store for around $6.50












Hard as Hoof cuticle cream. http://www.walgreens.com/store/c/na-383-hard-as-hoof-nail-strengthening-cream/ID=prod6097955-product

Bag Balm ointment. Can be found in most drug stores. Here is a link to amazon http://www.amazon.com/DAIRY-ASSOCIATION-CO-Bag-Balm/dp/B0012HR4NQ/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1369002472&sr=8-5&keywords=bag+balm

Chapped Hands Remedy from Bath and Body Works. http://www.bathandbodyworks.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2227321&kwCatId=&cm_vc=200

All tools used are at most beauty or drug stores.

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Matte Stamping

I did these a couple weeks ago and forgot to post them.
My base is two coats of Orly in Liquid Vinyl. I stamped with butter London Matte Finish. Basically I stamped like you would with regular polish only I used the matte finish. This wont work with all matte finishes. Only those that require one coat to create the matte finish.
Also,I worked faster then normal because the matte finish dries faster then regular polish.

Essence Vintage District Polish Review and Swatch

Sadly I am missing one polish from this collection. The stores near me never carried it for some reason. I went to 6 Fred Meyers and not one had the other items in the collection. They never even stocked the entire collection. These are $1.99 each.
Anyway, I am missing "Get Arty".
I do however have Vintage Peach, Antique Pink and Shopping @ Portobello Road. I will continue to look for the last polish. Its going to drive me nuts!
On to the review and swatches.

Vintage Peach

This swatch took 3 coats. I am fan of one or two coat polishes. But, this color is beautiful. The brush had a couple longer bristles which had to be trimmed.

The glitter was very easy to work with. These are holographic diamonds.

Shopping @ Portobello Road

This is my favorite and was the easiest to apply. Two coats.

Such a beautiful blue.

BUT! When I removed it to swatch another color,it stained my nails so bad. It couldn't have been on longer then 7 minutes. My nails are still stained.

Antique Pink

In person this is much more pink. Also two coats. 

New 2013 Cheeky Plate Stamps and Review

I was so very excited to see Cheeky came out with new jumbo stamping plates this spring! And 10?! Omy goodness! If you have seen my past blog post about Cheeky,then you know how much I adore them.

On Amazon you can purchase all 10 plates for $85.99 or a set of 5 for $45.99 or a single plate for $9.49.
I purchased 4 singles. Shipping is NOT free as of yet. But,look for them to have free super saver at some point.
Eventually I am sure I will purchase the rest of the plates.But, for now I picked out my favorites.
I am very pleased with these plates. About 80%-90% of all these images transferred nicely.

I picked out:
Jumbo Plate 3 EUROPEAN ROMANCE
Jumbo Plate 6 HAPPY HOLIDAY
Jumbo Plate 7 HOME SWEET HOME
Jumbo Plate 8 PRINCESS CHARMING

Here is a video review with stamping from these plates

Plate 3 EUROPEAN ROMANCE

Jumbo Plate 6 HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Jumbo Plate 8 PRINCESS CHARMING

Jumbo Plate 7 HOME SWEET HOME

A Part of Something Amazing....

A couple months back I was contacted by the team over at http://www.bloom.com/.
Someone posted my Marbled Marbles Mani on there site and they wanted to know if I would like to be an Ambassador for them. In which I would create nail art looks and post them onto there site. Or write as a guest blogger.
I was over the moon excited to be part of such an amazing group of women. I had to say yes,yes,yes!

• WHAT IS BLOOM.COM?
• A place where real women and beauty pros share visually-inspiring beauty trends, tag products they use to achieve those looks and solve beauty dilemmas. Finally, one unbiased source that makes beauty fun and simple. Join the largest social beauty network today!
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Well, this morning I received an email from Sara Wigger, a Social Beauty Editor for Bloom.
She wrote:

Hi Kristin!

I don't think we've officially met outside of the ambassador group page on Facebook - but I'm Sara Wigger and I'm one of the Social Beauty Editors for Bloom. I also LOVE all your nail art! You ladies are all so inspiring. :)

I wanted to pass on that you were chosen as one of our Trendsetters for May! You will be featured on the Be Inspired page for the rest of the month. So all members will easily be able to find your existing plus any new looks you share.

Congratulations!

Sara

This just made my day! I feel so honored to be featured at this amazing site. If you haven't visited this beauty site, please do so. All of the girls participating have wonderful talent.

To be chosen as a trendsetter this month is a reassurance that I am heading in the right direction with my passion for Nail Art.

If you are interested in seeing my work on Bloom, click the link above and follow these pictures.

Click on "Discover Trends"

Roll courser over "Trendsetters" And click on my name. Kristin Day

Tada! Here I am! Feel free to click on the "LOOKS GOOD" button below any photo you like on this site!

Show some love to these creative artist!

Feathered Friends Mani/Pedi. Bird Nail Art

I don't usually match my finger nails to my toe nails. Mostly because of how often I change my polish. Today,however,I had some extra time to do just that.
My base color is from Nicole by O.P.I. in Life Saver. The black is Orly in Liquid Vinyl.
I stamped from 2013 Cheeky plate 7.
I then used my black Stripe Write to create the branches.
I grabbed a yellow polish and made my birds yellow Finch's, with a fine art brush.

"Cuticula" Cuticle Oil

The day is finally here! Cuticula is now available thru our Etsy Shop. etsy.com/shop/rainysunraynails

A couple month ago, while visiting my cousin, (Carrie Vallone) we decided to go for an afternoon walk. The conversation led to us talking about what we were striving to do in our lives.
She wanted more people to know the healing benefits of the oils she was selling. http://www.doterra.com/. I would listen to all sorts of remedies she would tell me. I have been using it myself for many house hold and medicinal needs.
I began talking about my nail art and how I wished I could reach more people. And then I talked about how I wanted my nails longer and thicker. She then said of course "You know there are many different essential oils that promote cuticle healing and nail growth right?" "Light Bulb!!!"
That very night we talked non stop about creating a cuticle oil that not only healed your cuticles but also could be used for many different things.
Cuticula was born. Which means cuticle in Italian.

Here are our products and a brief description of Cuticula.

Cuticula  /cu·tic·u·la/ Oil blends are formulated for easy cuticle application but can also be used in the bath, mani and pedi water, massage, as a perfume, etc. Each bottle contains Melaleuca (Tea Tree) oil in the blend to provide potent anti- fungal properties. Only the purest essential oils are used in our blends. Additional oils are available and can be custom blended to meet your needs.

Tender Lavender Care

A soothing, yet power-packed, blend of pure Lavender and mighty Melaleuca (Tea Tree) Essential Oils that promotes a healthy protective skin layer - Cuticula! Naturally antibiotic, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, and much more.
Alternate uses - great for bites, stings, scrapes, burns, or any other skin condition that could use some T.L.C.

Sugared Orange Appeal
An uplifting blend of pure Essential Oils combined to promote healing and joy. A variety of invigorating Citrus and refreshing Bergamot oils with a hint of Vanilla will brighten your day! Dab a bit on as a perfume as a wonderful alternative use.

Oh, Snap! 
A snappy little number with Ginger, Lemon and Cinnamon to liven the senses and spice up your life. Careful! You might get a cookie craving after your manicure. 
Alternate uses - dab on your wrist and inhale the aroma to help with congestion or nausea.