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Essie’s New It’s Better in The Bahamas Collection

Essie has just released their new color collection–It’s Better in The Bahamas! These gorgeous shades have island themed names as well as island themed colors, which is perfect for this summer! From soft feminine shades to bold daring shades, all will look amazing with a fabulous tan and make you feel like you’re on vacation! Let’s take a look at some of them:

Atlantis Pearl, $8, here.
Essie Atlantis Pearl

Bahama Mama, $8, here.
Essie Bahama Mama

The Cove Copper, $8, here.
Essie The Cove Copper

Click here to see the rest of Essie’s It’s Better in The Bahamas Collection!

Bourjois French Manicure Kit

Bourjois French Manicure Kit

I am the biggest klutz when it comes to DIY French manicures. I could just never get the tips even–or they don’t even look like tips. After each attempt, I always end up just leaving it to the professionals.

With the Bourjois French Manicure Kit, you can give yourself a flawless, goof-proof French manicure without the mess! It contains a specially designed curved brush that will give you perfect tips! Here is what you get in the kit:

  • One .3 oz French Manicure in Blanc Raffine (white for tips)
  • One .3 oz So Laque in Rose Lounge (sheer pink)
  • One .3 oz Fixant Brilliant (clear)

You get this all for only $20 (a $28 value)! That is definitely a great bargain for being able to give yourself a weekly French manicure. You can get it here.

Summer Beauty Picks Roundup

We have gathered tons of the hottest beauty trends for this summer! Here, you will be able to find 30 different products that will help you survive this season, and look and feel fabulous!

  • Sheer Pink Lips - Gorgeous glosses that will give you this season’s hottest lip trend!
  • Hot Nail Colors - Check out the new nail polish shades that everyone is raving about!
  • Irresistible Fragrances - New, limited edition luscious scents that will keep you fresh throughout the summer!
  • Beautiful Bronzers - The latest, multitasking bronzers that will keep you glowing beautiful!
  • Waterproof Lashes - Mascaras that will survive through the most humid moments, as well as the most pool parties.
  • Great Hair - Great products that will help you maintain frizz-free, beachy hair!
  • Tropical Body Washes - Delicious body washes that will take you away to the islands!
  • Prime it Up - Primers that will help your makeup last throughout the hottest days!
  • Summer Palettes - Palettes with the hottest summer shades that you can take anywhere!
  • Icy Eye Shadows - This season’s hottest eye shadow colors.

Summer Beauty Picks: Hot Nail Colors

I am so excited to try out the hot new nail colors for this season! Essie has their Summer 2007 line out, and these shades are to die for! Let’s take a look at these super fun colors:

Loophole

Essie Nail Polish in Loophole

It looks like metallics are here to stay! This is no surprise–a silvery shade like this would look fabulous with that summer tan! This is the perfect color to wear on a glam night out! You can get it for $8 here.

Huckle Buckle

Essie Nail Polish in Huckel Buckle

What a fun shade for the summer! This deep lilac shade is sure to brighten up any look, and get tons of compliments! This shade is quite daring, so the same rules that went for our dark Winter 2006 nails should go for these–keep them short and square! You can get it for $8 here.

Chastity

Essie Nail Polish in Chastity

Pink has made its way through spring, and is now here to join us for summer! This adorable bubblegum shade is like magic–it works perfectly with every skin tone and every hair color (trust me, I’ve seen it!) You can get it for $8 here.

There’s still a few more hot nail colors for Summer 2007! Click here to check them out.

New Years Resolution #5: Lovely Nails

Winter’s dark, edgy nails have a new replacement–soft, pale nails and bright, retro nails. Here are some products that will help you keep your nails looking beautiful and healthy in these fabulous shades for Spring 2007!

Soft and Pale: Essie Nail Colour in Adore-A-Ball

Essie Nail Colour in Adore-A-Ball
This gorgeous shade of pink will give you a sweet, feminine look! It is so light that it will look perfect with any outfit! You can get it for $7 here.

Bright and Retro: Ulta Nail Lacquer in Shocking

Ulta Nail Lacquer in Shocking

Who said mod was out yet? This color is fun and bright, and will look great on anybody! You can get it for $2.25 (reduced from $4.50) here.

Protect: Sally Hansen No Chip Acrylic Top Coat

Sally Hansen No Chip Acrylic Top Coat

This is an essential to every manicure. Apply after your nail polish has dried so your nails will be beautiful and perfected without chipping! You can get it for $2.66 (reduced from $3.99) here.

Urban Decay Stocking Stuffers

Urban Decay has made a list of some terrific stocking stuffers for the holidays–and they are each $20 or less! Not only are they at a great price, but they are super cute! You can choose from eye liners, eye shadows, blush, mascara, lip gloss, and more! Here is some of the stuff:

Nail Enamel (available in over 20 shades!), $5, here.

Nail Enamel

Feisty Kitten Lip Palette (six juicy glosses!), $10, here.

Feisty Kitten Lip Palette

Metals Eye Sheens (cream-to-powder shadow that will make your eyes sparkle!), $18, here.

Metals Eye Sheens

Be sure to check out the rest of the awesome stocking stuffers here!