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MAC/ULTA Mini Haul I know, I know.. too many mini hauls and not enough swatches or reviews. I think this will be my last mini haul for a while. I went back to ULTA to see if Pirouette My Whistle was back in stock but it looks like I’m out of luck.  I just hope someone will come out with a dupe! I couldn’t leave empty handed so I picked up: Ulta Salon Formula Nail Lacquer | Diva Ulta Salon Formula Nail Lacquer | Snow White OPI - Spiderman Collection | Just Spotted the Lizard I also walked over to MAC and picked up some refills: MAC Eyeshadow | Cranberry MAC Eyeshadow | Soft Brown MAC Brush | #138

MAC/ULTA Mini Haul

I know, I know.. too many mini hauls and not enough swatches or reviews. I think this will be my last mini haul for a while. I went back to ULTA to see if Pirouette My Whistle was back in stock but it looks like I’m out of luck.  I just hope someone will come out with a dupe! I couldn’t leave empty handed so I picked up:

  • Ulta Salon Formula Nail Lacquer | Diva
  • Ulta Salon Formula Nail Lacquer | Snow White
  • OPI - Spiderman Collection | Just Spotted the Lizard

I also walked over to MAC and picked up some refills:

  • MAC Eyeshadow | Cranberry
  • MAC Eyeshadow | Soft Brown
  • MAC Brush | #138
Stopped by ULTA to purchase OPI Pirouette My Whistle but they were out =(. Had to temporarily settle for the minis & some Orly. Headed to the clearance section and found some Essie & another OPI. ☺ Purchased: OPI : NYC Ballet Mini Set - My Pointe Exactly, Don’t Touch My Tutu!, Care to Danse?, and Pirouette My Whistle. Orly: After Party, Shine, and Androgynie OPI: I Vant to Be A-Lone Star Essie: Allure, Need a Vacation, Petal Pink, Bangle Jangle, and Neo Whimsical.

Stopped by ULTA to purchase OPI Pirouette My Whistle but they were out =(. Had to temporarily settle for the minis & some Orly. Headed to the clearance section and found some Essie & another OPI. ☺

Purchased:

  • OPI : NYC Ballet Mini Set - My Pointe Exactly, Don’t Touch My Tutu!, Care to Danse?, and Pirouette My Whistle.
  • Orly: After Party, Shine, and Androgynie
  • OPI: I Vant to Be A-Lone Star
  • Essie: Allure, Need a Vacation, Petal Pink, Bangle Jangle, and Neo Whimsical.
New Items Posted on Etsy Shop I just finished posting some of the handmade sweets earrings on etsy.  These are  a few of my favorites. I still have loads more to list. Check out http://www.sugarplumcupcakeshop.com to see more of my items. Grand Opening Special: Free shipping for US orders using coupon code: SPCSGRANDOPENING.

New Items Posted on Etsy Shop

I just finished posting some of the handmade sweets earrings on etsy.  These are  a few of my favorites. I still have loads more to list. Check out http://www.sugarplumcupcakeshop.com to see more of my items.

Grand Opening Special: Free shipping for US orders using coupon code: SPCSGRANDOPENING.

Dragon Scales Manicure Tutorial I’ve received several requests on Instagram & Beautylish for a tutorial for this weeks NOTW: Scales, so I put this together.  There may be an easier way to achieve this look, but this is how I did it.  If you know of an easier way, or if you try this mani, let me know! I’d love to see yours! :D

Dragon Scales Manicure Tutorial

I’ve received several requests on Instagram & Beautylish for a tutorial for this weeks NOTW: Scales, so I put this together.  There may be an easier way to achieve this look, but this is how I did it.  If you know of an easier way, or if you try this mani, let me know! I’d love to see yours! :D

New Items Posted on Etsy Shop I just finished posting some of the handmade cupcake & sweets key chains on etsy.  These are  a few of my favorites. I still have loads more to list. Check out http://www.sugarplumcupcakeshop.com to see more of my items. Grand Opening Special: Free shipping for US orders using coupon code: SPCSGRANDOPENING.

New Items Posted on Etsy Shop

I just finished posting some of the handmade cupcake & sweets key chains on etsy.  These are  a few of my favorites. I still have loads more to list. Check out http://www.sugarplumcupcakeshop.com to see more of my items.

Grand Opening Special: Free shipping for US orders using coupon code: SPCSGRANDOPENING.

NOTW: Scales! I didn’t know what to do with my nails for the week so I decided to attempt scales! Fish scales? Mermaid scales? I get more of a dragon vibe myself. I used all Orly polishes for this: Liquid Vinyl It’s Up To Blue Luxe Rock the World Tutorial: Dragon Scales Manicure Tutorial

NOTW: Scales!

I didn’t know what to do with my nails for the week so I decided to attempt scales! Fish scales? Mermaid scales? I get more of a dragon vibe myself. I used all Orly polishes for this:

  • Liquid Vinyl
  • It’s Up To Blue
  • Luxe
  • Rock the World

Tutorial: Dragon Scales Manicure Tutorial

ORLY | It’s Up To Blue Swatchs

It’s Up To Blue is part of ORLY’s permanent Dazzling Shimmer line and is being promoted in the Hot Stuff Collection - The best and brightest of ORLY shades come together in this dramatic color collection. These bold hues deliver high impact color and shine.


Price: $7.50 .6 fl. oz.

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April 2012 Birchbox | Natural Wonders I received my April Birchbox last week but just opened it.  Included this month was: Befine | Skincare Sampler: Easy does it. This exfoliator and moisturizer duo uses gental ingredients like rice and brown sugar to keep skin supple and healthy. Full-size, $24-25 Lulu Organics | Lavendar + Clary Sage Hair Powder: Laced with organic lavendar and sage, this sweet-smelling dry shampoo revives flat or second day hair. Full-size, $30 Wonderstruck Taylor Swift: The pop-country songstress’ scent is as catchy as her lyrics.  We think it’s worthy of a standing gig on our vanity. Full-size, $49.50-$59.50 Zoya | TRUE Spring Collection: Lighten up for spring with this fresh shade. The non-toxic formula goes on opaque and lasts 50% longer than traditional polishes. Full-size, $8 Yes To Blueberries  | Brightening Facial Towelettes: These nifty wipes remove all signs of makeup and grime. Plus, they refresh skin with a fruity blend of apple, blueberry, and lemon peel extracts. 30 pack, $7.99 I’m actually happy with this months products.  I’m always on the look out for good exfoliating cleansers and Befine’s product is natural, paraben free, contains vegetarian proteins, and allergen free fragrance.  Dry shampoo is a must for me since I wash my hair every other day and it tends to get a bit oily and flat after one day.  However, I’m a little hesitant to try Lulu Organics dry shampoo since its a powder rather than a spray such as Batiste.  It sounds like it’s going to be a little messy. I’ve heard great things about the Yes to Blueberries towelettes so this is my chance to give them a try. And of course, Zoya’s Bevin polish feeds my nail polish addiction. :D

April 2012 Birchbox | Natural Wonders

I received my April Birchbox last week but just opened it.  Included this month was:

  • Befine | Skincare Sampler: Easy does it. This exfoliator and moisturizer duo uses gental ingredients like rice and brown sugar to keep skin supple and healthy. Full-size, $24-25
  • Lulu Organics | Lavendar + Clary Sage Hair Powder: Laced with organic lavendar and sage, this sweet-smelling dry shampoo revives flat or second day hair. Full-size, $30
  • Wonderstruck Taylor Swift: The pop-country songstress’ scent is as catchy as her lyrics.  We think it’s worthy of a standing gig on our vanity. Full-size, $49.50-$59.50
  • Zoya | TRUE Spring Collection: Lighten up for spring with this fresh shade. The non-toxic formula goes on opaque and lasts 50% longer than traditional polishes. Full-size, $8
  • Yes To Blueberries  | Brightening Facial Towelettes: These nifty wipes remove all signs of makeup and grime. Plus, they refresh skin with a fruity blend of apple, blueberry, and lemon peel extracts. 30 pack, $7.99

I’m actually happy with this months products.  I’m always on the look out for good exfoliating cleansers and Befine’s product is natural, paraben free, contains vegetarian proteins, and allergen free fragrance.  Dry shampoo is a must for me since I wash my hair every other day and it tends to get a bit oily and flat after one day.  However, I’m a little hesitant to try Lulu Organics dry shampoo since its a powder rather than a spray such as Batiste.  It sounds like it’s going to be a little messy. I’ve heard great things about the Yes to Blueberries towelettes so this is my chance to give them a try. And of course, Zoya’s Bevin polish feeds my nail polish addiction. :D