Zoya the Healthy New Color of Fashion is now in Manila!

I was back in the grind yesterday. I attended an intimate event- the launching of Zoya nail polish here in the Philippines.

Zoya, dubbed as the healthy new color of fashion, has over 300 colors to choose from. The Philippine official distributor, Top That Corp., carries 270 of them. Not bad, right?

 Zoya Lovely Gie Gie (2 coats)

Part of Spring 2013 collection called Lovely, Zoya Gie Gie is a blushing cherry blossom pink metallic. 

For a change, I chose a subtle color like pink. Now that I have a baby, I think I have to tone down my choice of colors lol Surprisingly, the light pink color looks good on me. It looks clean and, uh, polished.

I was informed that Zoya is the longest wearing natural nail polish. Let's see if it will last until my party this coming Saturday. By the way, the photo was taken on Day 2, no chip yet whatsoever. It looks promising, let's wait and see ; )

See what color I took home after the break...

Chic Nails Hand, Foot & Body Spa in Scout Tuazon Quezon City

Chic Nails Hand, Foot & Body Spa
24-B Scout Tuazon St.,
Brgy. Laging Handa, Quezon City
9am - 10pm

I am so excited when I found out that Chic Nails Hand, Foot & Body Spa opened its third branch in Scout Tuazon in Quezon City. This newest branch is so near my place and I know I will be spending a lot of R&R in this quaint blue and white spa.

 Cupcake by Orly

The day after the spa opened, I asked my friends to join me for a manicure/pedicure session after dinner. We were just in time, the spa closes at 10pm. We were there a little before 9 pm so we have approximately an hour left to pamper ourselves. 

Read more after the break....

Max Factor Glossfinity & Max Effect Mini Nails

September 6, 2012

Max Factor Nail Sparty

Max Factor, the makeup of makeup artist, recently launch new Glossfinity and Max Effect Mini Nails. It was held in a nail salon in SM Megamall. After the short introduction, I left because I was not feeling well. I was not able to enjoy the Nail Sparty that the people behind Max Factor prepared  for a select few bloggers. Sad, I know, right?

 Max Factor Max Effect Mini Nail Polish in Pretty in Pink (28) PhP 175 ;

Max Factor's New Glossfinity in Red Passion (110) PhP 245

It is Pat McGrath, Global Creative Design Director for Max Factor, who handpick 16 signature shades from the new Glossfinity collection that promises a high gloss finish that lasts up to 7 days! Perfect for women who desire glossy, long-wearing polish!

Meanwhile, Max Factor's Max Colour Effect Mini Nail Polish have 15 shades that are straight from the SS12 runways. It is 'mini' in size so you can fit it in your handbag for any last minute outfit changes!

Check out what colors I got from the collection...

I'm joining the bandwagon with Cracked Nail Polish!

My visit: September 24, 2011

Nail Studio & Day Spa

105- B Scout Castor St., 

Laging Handa, Quezon City

3550910

I have been seeing people with "crack" or "shatter" nail polish for quite some time now. When I was in a nail salon a few weeks back, I saw OPI Nail Polish in Black Shatter and pointed it out to my friends. My friends availed the cracked nail polish for an additional PhP100. I saw amazing results and regretted my decision of settling for a regular nail polish ; (

cracked nail polish in black by Face It

Two weeks have passed since my first encounter with cracked nail polish. I was in Nail Studio & Day Spa in Scout Castor near Tomas Morato Street last Saturday when I inquired about the availability of the said nail polish. Lo and behold, the store has it and only for an additional PhP30 ; ) Now, that's what I call a bargain lol 

I availed of Classic Cool Melon Manicure for PhP150 and Classic Cool Melon Pedicure for PhP180. Express Manicure is also available for only at PhP100 while Express Pedicure is at PhP130.

Cracked Nail Polish is sometimes called Crackle Nail Polish or Cracking Nail Polish. 

24 Karat Gold Nails at Cozy Nail Lounge

My visit: August 25, 2011

Cozy Nail Lounge

181 E. Rodriguez  Jr. Avenue, 

Libis Quezon City

7094018

I was invited by Michelle for a pampering day last Thursday. Who am I to say no? I normally don't make any commitments on a Thursday- coding kasi! But for this one time, I made an exception specially since I have been raring to do it for awhile. Ok, even before I left for Hong Kong and that was almost month ago lol 

*now I really feel like a cougar... rawr!

It was an intimate gathering as only four of us were present- Michelle, Angela, Patricia Bermudez and I. Nonetheless, we had fun throughout the afternoon.

I am happy to say that I found the perfect gold color nail polish through Cozy Nail Lounge's wide range of ORLY nail lacquers. I really, really love it! Too bad it is limited edition and I can't find one anywhere else ; (

ORLY Nail Lacquers are Free from Formaldehyde, DBP & Toluene. It is safe to use even for pregnant women.

Shopping Spree: Taipei!

DAY 1

Whenever I go out of the country, I make sure to search for the best place to shop for inexpensive buys or cheap thrills lol 

Since it's not the first time that I have been to Taipei, I know where to go and find a good deal. I am a cheapskate afterall!

Here is a rundown of some of the items I bought during my entire Taipei stay. I will add more pictures as I continue my Taipei Chronicle.

shoes price from NTD199-390

This time I hoarded on shoes! I can't believe that I can buy so much shoes during our 5 day trip. If you are reading my blog, you have to know how I really suck at finding shoes that fits me well. And even if I found the right pair, this happen. I always shop at the underground stores like MIKI in Taipei Main station. The store has a separate shoes and clothing stores and has several branches throughout the entire stretch of the Underground Mall.

The Body Shop STOP Sex Trafficking of Children and Young People

My event: August 20, 2010

The Body Shop

Greenbelt 4

Makati City

I already signed the petition, have you? The Body Shop not only sells bath and body line but also stands up and commits to what their founder, Anita Roddick, had started. 

I already signed up!

Sunsilk inspired Nail Art!

I know this is a bit late because it's Monday already. I have been a working girl for the past couple of weeks so I was not able to fulfill a change of polish every Thursday.

So, anyway, while waiting for my family to pick me up on a Sunday afternoon, I got 30 minutes to spare. I took out my nail polish kit and made this new nail art creation inspired by Sunsilk Co- Creation Damage Repair shampoo!

Nail Polish Lovin': Nail Art 2

I always start my nail art with no design in mind. I open my box of nail polish put on the base color and then the design would hit me.

Nail Polish Lovin': Nail Art 1

Thursday is nail polish day! Because of the number coding that we have here in this country, I seldom go out on Thursday lest I want to get caught in a traffic and get a violation if I was still out in the street by 3pm. 

So, what to do on a boring day like this? Paint my nails, what else? lol

A Kanebo makeover at SM Sta Mesa

My visit: July 29, 2010

Kanebo

SM Sta. Mesa

The make over was not planned. My mom and I always make sure to pass by the Kanebo counter to inquire when the next SM 3 day sale would be. The ever pleasing Leslie was at the counter and she warmly greeted us and answer our questions about the sunblocks available. 

with Leslie, make up artist/ sales representative at the Kanebo counter

Nail Polish Lovin': Bobbie Mistle Toe Kiss Glaze Premium Nail Creme

8ml toxin- free nail polish

Yup, Green is my color for now!

Nail Polish Lovin': Jordana Nail Polish and L.A. Colors Art Deco

I bought the Jordana nail polish and L. A. Colors at a PhP99 store at the 2nd floor Shoppesville, Greenhills Shopping Center. I only have time to paint it on my toenails yesterday. I stayed at home the whole day- thanks to the color coding scheme my ingenious government came up with to lessen the traffic.  I think the traffic got worse, if you ask me, the rich bought more cars lol 

I think I passed doing my first nail art *pats myself on the back*

Nail Polish Lovin': Chic Classics Neon Blue

neon blue

My favorite color blue!

Nail Polish Lovin': Chic Classics Neon Green

Chic Classic in Neon Green PhP30

Nail Polish Lovin': I've painted my toes BLUE VELVET!

blue velvet

I am starting the new year with my favorite color... BLUE! Enjoy my toes lol My feet is shimmering because of the lotion that I used.

New find: Caronia Blue Velvet Frosted

I bought two nail polish before Christmas. A blue velvet and a yellow one. I wanted to paint my nails in time for Christmas celebration but since I painted my nails red weeks before I ended up with a yellowish nails after removing the red polish. 

Caronia nail polish in blue velvet

So, instead of painting my nails, I put it on vacation mode lol Hence the reason for my nude nails.

How To: Paint your nails RED using Bobbie Classics' Exactly Red!

Bobbie Classics in Exactly Red

toes with base coat

after one application

after second application

with top coat

after prepping my squared nails

uzi Precious... watcha lookin' at?

lastly, quick dry does the trick!

sossy Precious on my bed

Precious might be wondering what I have done to my nails lol

Procedure:

• Be sure to wash and clean your hands and feet.
• I don't do nipper so I just cut my nails into shape- oval or square, your choice.
• After nail filing, put on a single base coat.
• Then 2 coats of nail polish with the color of your choice, RED is my choice.
• Don't forget the top coat to give your nails some shining moment.
• Lastly, put on a coat of quick dry.

Now you are ready to show off your well manicured nails!