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The Competition starts on 1 February at 12:00 AM Midnight CST and ends on 15 February 12:00 AM Midnight CST. The Prize: One $450 USD Pre-Paid Visa Card. Open Internationally Participating Bloggers from the Beauty Blog Coalition Aquaheart's Obsessions     http://www.aquaheart.net/ Beauty and Fashion Tech     http:// beautyandfashiontech.com BeautyTidbits     http://beautytidbits.com Blushing Basics     http://www.blushingbasics.com Blushing Noir     http://www.blushingnoir.com Cosmetics Aficionado     http:// www.cosmeticsaficionado.com/ Emily Hudspeth, hair design and makeup artist     http://blog.emilyhudspeth.com/ FutureDerm     http://www.futurederm.com Glamorous Mama     http://www.glamorousmama.com Lawless Lacquer     www.lawlesslacquer.com Love For Lacquer     http://www.loveforlacquer.com Madame B Fatale  ...

Tonight, I am bringing to you the Spring 2013 Zoya Lovely Collection .  I sat here and looked at this collection for weeks, wanting to swatch it so bad.  Usually, I like to get the new collections sent to me for review out to you asap.  But, my middle fingernail had broken down into the nail bed twice recently, it still feels weak and sore at this point.  You can still see it's a little shorter and I filed my other nails down as close as I could.  I actually do like the shorter look at times. Have I said yet how much I love this collection?  As much as I like the darker/jeweltone colors, I am knocked out by the lighter pastel colors that come out in the Springtime. Piaf - described by Zoya as a forsythia yellow metallic, it was a  custom runway shade created for fashion designed Zang Toi.  I used 2 easy to apply coats in this swatch and it has that micro  shimmer that Gei Gei and Julie has.  This is sure to be a  popular Spring colo...

After beauty products, my second love is Chocolate.  So, when I had a chance to partner with Ghirardelli Chocolates as an affiliate, I jumped at it.   If you think about it, don't you think those two things go together?  I would love to get chocolates and beauty items as a gift for Valentine's Day or any day!  I've even thought about starting a Chocolate blog. I found this in my mail a few days ago.  It was packaged like so many of my beauty boxes. Inside was a 3.5oz bar of the new Milk & Strawberry and a small box that contained 2 squares each (.375oz) of Dark & Strawberry,  Dark Chocolate with 60% Cacao and Sublime White - Vanilla Dream, which is all natural. A card telling about the chocolates. Yum, I was eating while I was taking pictures! The individual squares. I'm not a big white chocolate fan, but I definitely had no problem eating these. Right now Ghirardelli Chocolates has some specials going on for Valentine's and for the whole month of ...

This months GlossyBox is a special themed, The Man Repeller's Winter survival kit.  I expected to open the shipping box and see the usual pink box, but this month's is a silver glossy box. Inside was 7 products instead of the usual 5.  There are 2 full-sized (well almost, the tarte cheek tint is .14oz, full size is .19oz), 3 luxury sized samples and 2 smaller samples. I will review some of the products individually in the coming week, so check back. Estee Lauder - Sumptous Extreme Lash Multiplying Volume Mascara Fresh - Umbrian Clay Mattifying Serum Le Metier De Beaute - Replenishing Daily Serum Narciso Rodriguez - For Her OPI - "Can't Let Go" Liquid Sand Nail Lacquer (Full Size) Sebastian Professional - Potion 9 tarte - Achiote cheek tint (almost full size) this is a pre-release product due out in March 2013 You can click on this photo to enlarge for details of each product. This is one of many beauty/nail boxes I receive each month.  I have to say I thoroughly...

Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom: Check out Destany's review of  Nail Candy pens ...one of the most inventive things to happen to Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom! Blushing Noir: The  Chanel Raffinement Quadra Eye Shadow  is anything but boring! This palette will be your new Spring staple! BeautyTidbits: Harshleen swatches and reviews the new  Maybelline Color Whisper Lipsticks . Portrait of Mai:  Missed out on IMATS LA 2013? Check out this recap of all the booths and some of the brand new releases from Sigma Makeup and Sugarpill Cosmetics Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: Lola's Secret Beauty Blog loves the entire vbeaute skincare line, and therefore wasn't surprised by how effective their  Lite Up Intense Brightening Agent  proved to be! Emily Hudspeth, hair design and makeup artist:  Quick and Easy 2 Ingredient DIY Sugar Scrub. Great for Dry Lips! Beauty by Miss L: Miss L reviewed  Lavera Basis Sensitive Organic hand cream . TheFabZilla: Love coffee ...

Hi Everyone, I have some exciting news about the first-ever consumer fashion, beauty and lifestyle magazine, Nail It! Magazine , it's all about nails (from the publisher of NAILPRO/Creative Age).  It will be hitting the newsstand the week of February 19th.  Nail it! will cover nail art, celebrity styles, tips for nail health and wellness, and the latest trends and products.  While nails are the main focus of the magazine, stories will also include beauty, hair and makeup, as well as the latest in fashion and accessories.   You can reserve your copy of the premier issue at  nailitmag.com .  A one year subscription is $12.96 (64% savings over newsstand prices).  You never know when your favorite brand, blogger or pro will show up in this magazine.  I can't wait to see what all they have come up with. You can also follow them with the social media outlets below: Twitter:  @Nailitmag Facebook:   http://www.facebook.com/ NailItMagazine Pinter...

Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom: Check out Destany's review of Nail Candy pens ...one of the most inventive things to happen to Confessions of a Sarcastic Mom! Makeup Demon: Romantic pink & purple makeup and photoshoot. Pinked Polish: No Whine Left, no not that wine, it's a fabulous polish by KB Shimmer. :) Mama Fashionista: Quinn's latest Anatomy of a Mani was inspired by her favorite NFL team, the Atlanta Falcons ! (Too bad it didn't help them win their playoff game!) Beauty and Fashion Tech: Best Beauty Products of 2012 . Girl Gloss: Urban Decay Vice Review . Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: Lola's Secret Beauty Blog loves Relogy Natural Acne Treatment System - it is gentle, effective, vegan and cruelty-free! Midnight Manicures: Looking for an easy to use Vegan Acne Treatment that works? Check out my Relogy Rinse-Free Foam Acne Treatment . Harajuku Girl FL Beauty: Want to be a Darling Girl? Take a look at these swatches from Darling Girl Cosmetics and become a...

Emily Hudspeth, hair design and makeup artist:  My YouTube channel got a facelift! Now you can find your favorite tutorials and product reviews organized into playlists. Enjoy! BlushingNoir: It's a Mad Mad World, so says  this Duo Eyeshadow from NARS  Spring 2013! Endless Summer: Elena shares her thoughts (and FOTD!) about a new product from Miracle  Skin Transformer - Vanish Instant Imperfection Corrector . Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: If a highly effective power-packed anti-aging serum filled with anti-oxidants is on your list of wants- then Lola's Secret Beauty Blog thinks that you should check out  vbeaute Undercover Agent  STAT! BeautyTidbits: Got sensitive skin?  Skin Care Heaven Chemical-Free SPF 30  might just be what you're looking for! TheFabZilla: When a product fails. TheFabZilla shares why  Clarins Instant Smooth Lining Concentrate  is a joke. Portrait of Mai: To protect yourself against the chilly weather, enter this giveaway...

Great time to get nail polishes B1G1 50% off plus 30% off.  Lots of collections for upcoming holidays.  They also have some of the best hand and nail care products available!

Relogy (prounced rel-oh-jee) is a 2 step, very easy to use acne treatment.  It is 100% vegan, 95-100% natural and 100% benzoyl-peroxide free.  So with that said, I actually let my 19 year old daughter Jayme review the products.  I don't let her put just anything on her face.  Relogy's anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant effects work quickly, reducing redness and rosacea too.  I think I will try it next, sounds like it will be very helpful for my skin too.  I'll update the post and let you know how it goes. Jayme has beautiful skin, but she does have acne breakouts.  She has tried many products from drug store to prescription.  Most leave her face red, dry and flaky or they are complicated and time consuming to use, so she gives up. She is on week 4 using Relogy and she loves the products and her face looks great and is acne free. Step 1 - Relogy Dual Action Treatment Foam - This product is rinse-free and applied to areas of your face, shoulders or ...

Hi Everyone! Valentine's Day is coming soon and I couldn't let it pass by without a giveaway.  The winner will receive 4 Julep polishes, 1 Julep Cuticle Oil, 1 Julep Glass File, 1 Julep Cosmetic Bag.  I will probably stuff a few extras into the bag, but those will be surprises. Left to Right Vanessa-  Opalecent glitter in a clear base. Freida -  Fuschia micro-shimmer. Ellen -  Deep berry crème. Molly -  Classic red crème This giveaway ends February 3, 2013 11:59PM est, so that I can ship it in time for Valentines Day.   As always, Good Luck! This giveaway is open to US residents only (no PO boxes) age 18+  Duplicate or fictitious entries will be banned from this and future giveaways/contests.  See Midnight Manicures Disclosure Page for all rules, terms and conditions. @midnitemanicure #giveaway a Rafflecopter giveaway

Hi Everyone! Yes, another giveaway and it doesn't stop here.  Since Mardi Gras is one of my favorite celebrations and I have actually been one, I thought I'd do a giveaway with 3 recent releases from Zoya.  Mardi Gras 2013 starts today 1/19/2013 and goes through 2/12/13.  I will however end this giveaway on Feb 2, 2013, to give  me enough time to ship them to you for Fat Tuesday. Logan, Ziv, Aurora They will come in a great crushed velvet Zoya giftbox. As always, Good Luck! This giveaway is open to US residents only (no PO boxes) age 18+  Duplicate or fictitious entries will be banned from this and future giveaways/contests.  See Midnight Manicures Disclosure Page for all rules, terms and conditions. a Rafflecopter giveaway

Chickettes.com: Add some glitz and glam your nails for a night out on the town with the Gelish Sizzling Summer Nights collection ! Beauty Fiends: Curious about mineral foundation? Julia at Beauty Fiends has been testing Ferro Cosmetic's Ultimate Mineral Foundation . Find out what she thinks! Emily Hudspeth, hair design and makeup artist: My YouTube channel got a facelift! Now you can find your favorite tutorials and product reviews organized into playlists. Enjoy! Adore A Polish: Kristina shares her favorite nail polish picks from 2012. Lola's Secret Beauty Blog: Looking for a whole new customizable Beauty Box experience? Then take a look at Wantable! Polarbelle: Want to know how to really plump your lips? I'd like to suggest EnvyDerm lip plumping gloss. TheFabZilla: TheFabZilla starts a new series- Lips Showcase . What is it? Hop over to her bloggity blog. Vicerimus: Like the Suede finish, but not feeling like wearing it as a full mani? Do Suede accent nails! Ishah x Beau...

I can't wait to try these.  Milani is one of my favorite drug store brands.  What color family stands out as your favorite?  Mine has to be the Plums & Berries. Milani is very excited to announce the launch of its next generation of lipstick and lipliner: Color Statement Lipstick & Color Statement Lipliner! COLOR STATEMENT LIPSTICK Make a statement without saying a word!  True Instant Color. One stroke, full coverage application. This next generation lipstick gives the ultimate in color, texture and finish.  The lightweight creamy formula contains Vitamins A, C, & E to moisturize and nourish lips. Paraben-free. Available in Vinyl, Metallic, Cream, Shimmer, Pearl & Matte finish. http://milanicosmetics.com/p- 153-color-statement-lipstick. aspx?PC=10& COLOR STATEMENT LIPLINER Make a statement without saying a word. True Instant Color. Satin color in one stroke application. This next generation lipliner is a long-wearing, easy-glide formula to li...

BeautyStopOnline.com is giving away a $25 Gift Code for your choice of China Glaze products.  This giveaway will run from January 18, 2013, 12:00AM EST until January 31, 2013, 11:59PM EST.   This giveaway is open to US residents only age 18+.  Prize will be shipped (no PO boxes) by BeautyStopOnline.  Duplicate or fictitious entries will be banned from this and future giveaways/contests.  See Midnight Manicures Disclosure Page for all rules, terms and conditions. Good Luck! a Rafflecopter giveaway

This Winter season seems to be especially cruel on skin with the drying air and all the illnesses going around.  So w hen I find a product that is dual purpose and actually works, it's a keeper.  Reviva Labs Vitamin E Stick works great on both my lips and eye area.    The texture is nice, not greasy and with the lip-stick type applicator, no messy fingers either. The translucent formula is great for men or women.  You can apply this under or over lipstick and to your eye area. The Vitamin E Stick's base is a natural beeswax base offers SPF #15 protection against UVA/UVB rays and wind damage. It helps moisturize and and sooth chapped, dry and cracked lips.  It is available on RevivaLabs.com   for $4, you can also find it at other beauty retailers and online stores. Ingredients List: Soybean Oil, Candelilla Wax, Beeswax, Caster Oil, Octylmethoxycinnamate, Ozokerite, Oxybenzone, Cetyl Esters, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Olive Oil, Allantoin, Linden Es...

Enter to win the 3 products pictured below.  Giveaway ends on January 31st at 11:59PM EST.  You can see my review of the products at Parnevu T-Tree Shampoo & Leave In Conditioner and Hair Mayonnaise . Products will be sent directly from Parnevu.  Good Luck! #haircareproducts  @parnevu #bbcoalition #bbloggers a Rafflecopter giveaway

Tonight, I have for you 3 swatches of the Milani Fast Dry One Coat Nail Lacquers.  I really like the ability to pick up a polish at the last moment, polish my nails in one coat and it be opaque.  Then, run out the door and not worry about the polish drying.  The application of this type of polish is a little tricky, it works best to use the 3 stroke method and not go back over any spot. I have also been told that the Milani Fast Dry polishes are great to stamp with and also to do tape mani's.  They come in a wide range of colors, but I picked the 3 that I thought most everyone would wear. Milani White On The Spot Milani Rapid Cherry Milani Black Swift Have you tried any Milani polishes yet?  If so, which one is your favorite.  I really like a lot of the glitters. *Polishes were sent to me for my honest and unbiased review.

Are you one of those people who feels like they need to use a soap to feel clean?  I know I am, but most soaps are so drying and have harsh chemicals in them.  I was sent Reviva Labs All Natural Seaweed Soap recently for review and I loved it.  I kept it in my shower and really liked the fact that it didn't melt away.  I noticed that it started getting smaller faster and found out that my Husband was using it also.   This soap is made from a pure vegetable base of palm and coconut oils (no animal fats).  The Seaweed grains' scrub action help remove hidden impurities, stimulate circulation and discharge toxins.  I didn't find it drying at all and noticed my skin looked healthier.  Right now it is $4 per bar at  RevivaLabs.com . Reviva Labs Non-Chemical Light Skin Peel Reviva Labs Microdermabrasion Pomegranate Scrub I've reviewed two of the products above and have 3 more to go, so stay turned to see my thoughts on them.  *Product was sent ...

Zoya PixieDust Infused with Magic and Wonder! Featuring the latest “must-have” nail polish finish – Textured, Matte & Sparkling. This newly developed formula is sure to captivate with a magical sparkle and sugary finish like no other. The color experts at Zoya have created six, long-wearing stunners for the introduction of this look... ZOYA PIXIE DUST - SPECIAL EDITION Dahlia (ZP656) - Black Beauty sparkle, exclusive Zoya PixieDust Matte Sparkle formula. Chyna (ZP657) - Red Dazzle sparkle, exclusive Zoya PixieDust Matte Sparkle formula. Godiva (ZP658) - Soft Nude sparkle, exclusive Zoya PixieDust Matte Sparkle formula. Vespa (ZP659) - Mint Kiss sparkle, exclusive Zoya PixieDust Matte Sparkle formula. Nyx (ZP660) - Perfect Periwinkle sparkle, exclusive Zoya PixieDust Matte Sparkle formula. London (ZP661) - Fog Gray sparkle, exclusive Zoya PixieDust Matte Sparkle formula. Shipping January 15, 2013 Ultra long-wearing, nail lacquers by Zoya are BIG5FREE - all formulas are completely fr...