China Glaze: The Hunger Games Collection - Fast Track

As if the movie, The Hunger Games', wasn't popular enough, the collection by the same name from China Glaze is being sold out in stores. I'm glad I got my set early!

If you didn't get any, you can live through my photos...

I was prepared to regret 'Fast Track'. I already have a crate full of taupes. But, this one is special. Yep. And that specialness is a pistol to capture in a photo...

'Fast Track' is a taupe that has a golden shimmer. In fact, when I roll it in the light, it also seems to have a bit of an iridescent shimmer as well.

I have the typical 3 coats and it was a pleasure to apply. Not one bit of a problem...

This is a polish I'd recommend to someone who wants to wear a nude tone but still wants a bit of spice. 'Fast Track' is a charmer.

I have Color Club's Vivid Color Intensifying top coat on to finish off the look...

OK, so I'm going to be an outcast waiting for The Hunger Games to come out on Amazon videos. But, I'm really happy I didn't wait to snag the entire China Glaze polish collection.

Did you get your polishes? Did you get this one?

Central Florida Beauty Bloggers Have A Dinner Date With Brooke From Blushing Noir

Last night, I met up with a few of the awesome ladies of Central Florida Beauty Bloggers. We had dinner at Bahama Breeze, got to meet our 'honorary CFBB' gal, Brooke from Blushing Noir Blog and had lots of blog talk.

 Pamela from Pamela's Closet; Toni from Toni Iz Beauty.

All smiles with Elizabeth from Lacquered Up Glittah; Brittany from Clumps of Mascara.

 Me! and my gal pal, L'Oreal from Make Me Up In HD.

And Brooke, fresh on vacation, taking a moment to visit us. Brooke is from Blushing Noir. I have followed her blog for quite some time so, I was ecstatic to meet her in person.

Zulay from Ellagata; Cat from Beauty by Cat.

And we always get a very accommodating wait staff to play photographer for a couple of group shots...

Everybody say 'GLOSS!'

Brooke, thank you soooo much for taking a few hours from your vacation to have dinner with us. I had so much fun getting together with everyone.

Milani's Spring Collection: Hot Pink Frenzy High Speed Fast Dry

Milani got in the brightest shades this Spring. Someone said 'make 'em bright this year.' And, so they did...

Milani's High Speed Fast Dry comes in 'Hot Pink Frenzy'. I would have called it 'Bright Idea'. 


This is the prettiest shimmer pink I own...

I have on three coats and have Sally Hansen's Teflon Tuff as a top coat. I love the way Milani's 'Hot Pink Frenzy' wore so well. The edges didn't chip during the two days I wore this shade.


'Hot Pink Frenzy' has such a color impact; I couldn't stop looking at this hottie...

This polish does a bit of a twist on a bright pink; there's a touch of coral to it and a bright, true pink as the shimmer. No streaks at all. And it applied smashingly. If you are into nail art, I think you would love this polish, as well.


Whoever came up with the shades for Milani's Spring collection had a Bright Idea!


It's bright, no? Which shades did you get of Milani's Spring collection?

This product was given to me for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

Sample Sunday: Avon's Shine Attract Lipstick

Do you love Avon's mini sample lipsticks? I sure do! Take a look at this one; it's different...

This is Avon's Shine Attract Lipstick in 'Orchid'. Directly from the ordering website, this is what it says about it: 

'Lip color wrapped in a clear gloss. It's the perfect balance of luscious color, hydrating gloss and soft shine in one ingenious package. Glides on smoothly. Infused with vitamin E' 

Let me tell you, right off, I love 'Orchid'. It looks great on me. The lipstick is not sticky or overly slippery. It does feel dewy, and not dry at all.

It's sort of neat to see the lip color suspended inside the gloss ring. And the color payoff, I like it. It's got just the right amount of saturation for my preference...

The only downfall I could think of, since the color is in the center of the stick, when I apply it, that color doesn't get to the edges of my lips. But, I can use my finger and even it out. 'Orchid' plays out quite nice on me.


When I use Shine Attract Lipstick, it will last 3 hours. That is not only a good thing but, I am surprised considering how glossy it is.


You can purchase your own Shine Attract Lipstick at beauty blogger, Alyssa Eckhoff's  Avon site. The price is $9. However, there is always a special going on, so you could score yourself an even better deal.


Also, you can check out Alyssa's blog here.

This sample was provided to me. I have taken the opportunity to review it with my honest opinion.

China Glaze: Ray-Diant From The Prismatic 2012 Collection

China Glaze recently came out with a collection called Prismatic 2012. Here is 'Ray-Diant' from this collection...

Even though there is a strong pull of silver showing in this color, upon a closer look, it does have a green tinge to it.

This is three coats, but only 2 on my thumb...

I have no polish under 'Ray-Diant' so there is visible nail line.

This polish is nothing but jam-packed with glitter...

As I mentioned, the prominent color is a silvery-green. But, there is also a sprinkling of a darker green along with magenta too. It makes for a fun look...

The only downfall is that I am underwhelmed by the Prismatic 2012 collection. In fact, I almost passed on it, entirely. Even though I do feel the colors are fun and pretty, just like with 'Ray-Diant', I don't feel it is something all that unique to me. However, I did get enjoyment out of wearing this one.

I didn't apply a top coat so, the nails did feel slightly gritty. That doesn't bother me unless it starts snagging my clothes. As you may imagine, removal is a chore. Make sure you allow yourself plenty of time for that or, you will feel frustrated. I use Zoya's Remove+ as it is more gentle on my nails and cuticles than regular polish remover.

Share your thoughts with me about the Prismatic 2012 collection. Yay or nay?