You see, for the past 2 weeks, I wore nothing on my nails. I got so busy that I have no time to even cut and clean my nails and also, was so stressed out that I find no inspiration to apply anything on my nails. This made me realize all the more that I do not need any nailpolish to be added in my stash! However, after seeing this new line inspired by Nicki Minaj which will be launched next year (thank goodness hee hee), I immediately took out my nailpolish kit and apply 2 different colors which I will share at my Instagram account later in the day. So before I check on this equestrian apparel, let me share this exciting collection from OPI. Boy oh Boy, I think I am going to break my nailpolish shopping ban when this comes out next year.

L-R: Super Bass Shatter, Save Me Metallic 4 Life, Fly, Did it on ‘Em, Pink Friday.

Before I buy zumba at the source as I have been enjoying this fitness routine, let me finish the 2nd part of this entry.

I have only tried 7 nailpolish brands and I think I’m done trying out some more. In my humble opinion, OPI will always be my top nailpolish brand because of the color range (including their well-thought of shades name), the price (I always get them on sale which ranges from $5-6 usually at Drugstore.com), the longevity of their nailpolish, how quickly they dry up after application and how longwearing they seem to last on my nails despite the endless housechores. But this is just based on my own personal experience.

Here is a list of nailpolish brands I patronize with short reviews. It is certain that I would not buy anymore from the last 2 brands.

1. OPI.

L-R: OPI: White Shatter, Black Shatter, Katy Perry’s Not Like the Movies, Katy Perry’s Last Friday Night, Yodel me on my Cell, OPI on Collins Ave, Feelin’ Hot Hot Hot!, I’m Not Really A Waitress, Tickle my Frace-y, You Don’t Know Jacques, Suzi Loves Cowboys.

When it comes to OPI, it has never been a hit or miss thing for me. Every bottle is a worthy nailpolish investment.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: A+

Value: 5/5

Ease of Use: 5/5

Packaging: 5/5

2. Nicole by OPI.

L-R: Baby Blue, Love your Life (Justin Bieber ltd ed), Gold Texture Coat/Shatter, Step to the Beat of my Heart (Justin Bieber ltd ed).

Save for the heart glitter polishes which are not that easy to apply because the heart glitters settle on the bottom of the bottle, this OPI line is at par with their regular line.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: A

Value: 5/5

Ease of Use: 4/5

Packaging: 5/5

3.) ORLY.

L-R: VIP, Ancient Jade, Frolic, Lemonade.

Orly is my luxury nailpolish guilty pleasure hee hee. I love their shades as they are more comprehensive than OPI however, the price is so steep and yes, they never go on sale (at least from where I buy). The packaging is a winner, you are never gonna drop an Orly Nailpolish bottle with their rubberized steady grip cover.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: A

Value: 3/5

Ease of Use: 5/5

Packaging: 5/5

4. SALLY HANSEN.

Xtreme Wear: Green with Envy.

Price is very pocket friendly. If they improve on the quick drying department, then I would not have been bothered on shelling out a little more on OPI and Orly.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: A-

Value: 5/5

Ease of Use: 3/5

Packaging: 4/5

5. RIMMEL.

L-R: French Manicure Pro in French Rose, French White Tip Pro in French White Nail Tip Liner.

Another affordable brand but limited color range. However, their french manicure line is awesome especially with the very thin French White Nail tip liner brush.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: A

Value: 5/5

Ease of Use: 4/5

Packaging: 4/5

6. CHINA GLAZE.

L-R: Cracked Concrete & Haute Metal.

This brand has an amazing quick drying solution, quicker than OPI brands. However, I just could not take the strong smell, so strong that I had migraine each time I apply this brand. Also, I had to open the doors and windows as the smell stays in the room, yes that is how strong the smell is. Too bad, I would love to try their other colors, it’s just too much for my nostrils plus my boys have occasional allergic rhinitis.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: A-

Value: 5/5

Ease of Use: 2/5

Packaging: 3/5

7. ESSIE.

L-R: Lilacism & Tart Deco.

Same goes with China Glaze, I know a lot of people have been raving about this brand but it just does not work for me . I find their nailpolish very streaky, hence very hard to apply. Color range is outstanding but I could not see myself buying another bottle of Essie now and in the future.

VANITY.KIT’s RATING

Overall Product: B+

Value: 2/5

Ease of Use: 2/5

Packaging: 3/5

Last weekend, a newly-graduate cousin-in-law came over to our house to ask for my and DH’s help in finding Medical & Clinical Laboratory Technologist Jobs/opportunities for her. In between resume-editing, we took a break and she asked me to apply nailpolish on her virgin nails. This is where I put my nailpolish collection.

As I was getting my manicure/pedicure tools, I saw her arranging my collection to this dainty stand. Then she began counting and told me:“Ate, you have 28 nailpolish wow!!!” I was not aware that I collected these much! I know this is nothing compared to serious nailpolish junkies but for someone who does not apply nailpolish a couple of years ago, I can say this is a major leap and I must stop with this newfound addiction hee hee .

So, I group them in hues/texture/color and realized, I do not need as much nailpolish anymore. Probably not in the next couple of years. So yes, I’ll stop at 28 nailpolish.

Coming up: Part 2: review on each brand and what shades I have in my stash…

Shatter/Crackle (where my love affair with Nailpolish started)

Base, Top Coat, French Manicure

Taupes & Browns

Glittery & Sparkly

Blues

Pinks & Purples

Reds & Corals

Greens & Yellows

I realized that I forgot to include some important pointers when applying the OPI Shatter Line when I did THIS REVIEW. So after using Shatter for straight 3 weeks, here are some pointers I would like to share with you.

1. The consistency of the Shatter line is very thick and can get very sticky so application must be quick as it dries out easily.
2. Make sure to apply single coating or thin application only because when you do it more than single coating, it would not create a beautiful shatter/crackle effect.
3. Clean the lids of the bottle before closing it, otherwise you will have a hard time opening it the next time you use it.

That’s it! Here’s sharing photos of nails using the Black Shatter.

Pardon my nails and nailpolish application, everything was DIY. I think I need some dead sea products to rub off the dry cuticle skin.

OPI Katy Perry’sBlack Shatter + OPI Katy Perry’s Last Friday Night

OPI Katy Perry’sBlack Shatter + OPI I’m Not Really A Waitress

I know I should be checking tips on burning belly fat rather than checking out beauty products but this is my first love and when my mood is a little low, make-up has proven to be my favorite upper .

Moving on.
Oh this Sephora Hello Kitty Limited Edition collection is just too hard to resist! It’s sooo pretty and a girl is never too old for Hello Kitty but if I were to pick one, I’ll only get the brushes.

Here’s the rest of the collection:

Ooohlala!
These Sephora OPI Spring nail candy collection are so hard to resist at only $9.00 each.
Check the rest of these yummylicious colors HERE. My toenails can’t wait for these!

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