Pakistan Independence Day Nails - Tutorial

There are no words to describe how much I LOVE my country. Happy Independence Day to you all! Long live Pakistan. May God shower His blessings upon us and may Pakistan grow tremendously. Amen! ^_^

To celebrate, I have prepared two fun nail tutorials for you. Hope you enjoy it!

Products used:

• OPI Bring On The Bling
• OPI Alpine Snow
• OPI Catch Me In Your Net
• Color Studio Pro Mojito
• OPI Jade Is The New Black
• Nail Tapes
• Dotting Tools
• Makeup Sponge
• Foil Wrap

Pakistan Independence Day Nails

Steps To Follow:
1. On a white base, apply nail tape and do a crisscross pattern. Cover the sides of your nails with a Scotch tape for neat application.
2. Put a light and dark green polish on a foil wrap and press a makeup sponge over it to pick up the polish.
3. Now stamp on your nails.
4. Apply a golden glitter polish on your middle finger. Voilà, you're done!

Pakistan Independence Day Nails

Steps To Follow:
1. Paint a deep green color on your nails.
2. With a dotting tool, make big white dots.
3. Fill in the dots with a light green and blue green glitter
4. Do the same to all four. Tada!

How are you celebrating the Independence day this time? I would love to know.

OPI Is That Silva? Magnetic Lacquer & Magnetizer

I have been meaning to try a magnetic nail polish for the longest time. Finally, I've got one!

OPI Is That Silva? Magnetic Lacquer & Magnetizer

OPI Is That Silva? Magnetic Lacquer & Magnetizer

OPI Is That Silva? Magnetic Lacquer & Magnetizer

My thoughts
Is that Silva? is a gorgeous greyish silver with multicolor holo glitter. It has a thin consistency and goes on smooth though a bit sheer for my liking -- you need to do at least three coats for maximum opacity. Once you have applied the last coat, quickly place your finger under the magnetizer to achieve the effect. I won't lie, all of this requires some practice but once you know how to do it correctly, you'll be able to do the rest of your nails very quickly.

OPI Is That Silva? Magnetic Lacquer & Magnetizer is priced at PKR 1800. I got it online from Daraz.pk where I was recently provided a free voucher code. My order arrived within 3 business days and was nicely packed in a big box. Now I've got some great news! You can avail an exclusive PKR 500 off on orders above PKR 2500 that you place on Daraz.pk.

My voucher code is: SHBlog

What do you think about it? Isn't it amazing?

PR sample(s) sent for review. This however has not affected my opinion at all. My loyalty is to my readers and being honest is my utmost responsibility. I have given my sincere opinion about the product(s) mentioned in the post. For more details, please go through my Disclosure Policy.

If you have any questions, you can have a look at FAQ or email me on info@sarahassansblog.com.

Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Freckle

Freckle Nail Varnish is hands down my favorite product from Illamasqua's 'I'mperfection Collection.

Speckled Nail Varnish
Illamasqua speckled nail varnishes are award-winning, extremely hardwearing and chip-resistant, there's an Illamasqua Nail Varnish for every shade of humanity. Apply two coats for intensity and use with Illamasqua Nail Base Coat and Illamasqua Nail Top Coat for the perfect finish. 15ml

Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Freckle

Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Freckle

Illamasqua Nail Varnish in Freckle

My thoughts
The first time I saw this, I was like 'dang! this is beautiful!'. Freckle is a brown-beige crème mixed with chunky and fine deep blue matte glitter. I absolutely love how it looks on my nails. It's such a unique effect to have. Like always, I've had no issues with application -- it applies fairly smoothly without dragging and dries quick. Also, the formula gets fully opaque within two coats and I can feel the texture on my nails. You can add a top coat if you'd like it to appear more shiny. Overall, I am in love with this! I do think it's one of the best nail varnishes I've tried from Illamasqua.

Illamasqua Speckled Nail Varnish is priced at £14.5. Unfortunately, these beauties were limited edition but you can still purchase them online from ASOS.com or Selfridges.com

What do you think about it? Isn't it gorgeous?

PR sample(s) sent for review. This however has not affected my opinion at all. My loyalty is to my readers and being honest is my utmost responsibility. I have given my sincere opinion about the product(s) mentioned in the post. For more details, please go through my Disclosure Policy.

If you have any questions, you can have a look at FAQ or email me on info@sarahassansblog.com.

Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips in Glitz Blitz

Treat your eyes to Glitz Blitz!

Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips

Get Instant Salon Effects. No Dry Time. Sally Knows nails are the best accessory. Now, Sally makes it easy to get a salon effect anytime, any place. It wears like nail polish because it IS nail polish. No dry time, so you’re ready to go.

Application Tips:
Because Salon Effects is made from real nail polish, be sure to use all strips immediately upon opening otherwise they will dry out.

Benefits:

• Lasts up to 10 days
• Removes easily with nail polish remover
• Fashion-forward styles

Includes: 16 Nail Polish Strips, Cuticle Stick, Mini File & Buffer

Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips

Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips - Glitz Blitz

Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips - Glitz Blitz

My thoughts
I reviewed these nail strips almost two years ago. In case you missed, you can find it here. I remember being quite pleased with the quality and wear. I also did an update after 10 days which showed how well the strips withstood the wear and tear during that time period. But I also remember not being so happy with the glitter nail strips which despite being the most gorgeous ones, gave me a tough time with application. Same is the case with this one. Glitz Blitz looks a lot more beautiful in real but I guess there's something wrong with the way it's manufactured. I couldn't peel off the protective layer on these strips as easily as I could with other designs. I did manage to apply them after some effort just to show you how it looks.

Since the strips are made from real nail polish, I noticed that they dry out once the pack is open so these should be used as quickly as possible. Even if you keep them from getting exposed to air, they'd still lose their sticking ability eventually -- in about a week. Overall, I do like the concept of nail strips especially if you're in a hurry or you want your nail polish to look crisp. Granted it looks gorgeous, I'm not happy with the application. However, I do suggest checking out other designs from the range.

Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips retail for $9.99 to $10.99. You can also purchase these online from BeautyJoint.com, Walgreens.com or Ulta.com.

What do you think about it? Have you tried it yet?

PR sample(s) sent for review. This however has not affected my opinion at all. My loyalty is to my readers and being honest is my utmost responsibility. I have given my sincere opinion about the product(s) mentioned in the post. For more details, please go through my Disclosure Policy.

If you have any questions, you can have a look at FAQ or email me on info@sarahassansblog.com.

Bourjois So Laque Glossy Nail Enamel

Bourjois So Laque Glossy collection has nail colors for all occasions.

So Laque Glossy Nail Enamel
Bourjois new nail collection from the So Laque range enriched with vinyl for an ultra-glossy shine.Dress your nails in 8 hot shades for that high fashion look from head to toe. Its formula is ultra-resistant and enriched with vinyl and resins to make your nails shine, prevent then from chipping and keep them looking shiny, neat and full of glossy colour to last for up to 10 days!

Bourjois So Laque Glossy Nail Enamel - Peach and Love

Bourjois So Laque Glossy Nail Enamel - Taupe Modèle

My thoughts
Peach and Love is a gorgeous peachy pink creme. I think it's unique and very summery. The formula is slightly milky so a smooth application could be a wee bit tricky to achieve. The applicator is fine but like I always say, I would've appreciated a wide applicator here. Taupe Modèle is a classy mushroom taupe which would look great on just about anyone. It's my favorite of the two. The formula on this is better than the former and applies smoothly. I really like the glossy look they both have. Also, the shades have a quick dry time. About the 10 days no chip claim, to tell you the truth, I haven't tested that yet since I don't wear nail polish for that long though I think it will last for up to 5-7 days.

Overall, I am impressed. Bourjois So Laque Glossy nail enamel costs PKR 730 and can be purchased from leading supermarkets nationwide. You can also buy these online from Just4girls.pk or BeautyArena.pk.

What do you think about these?

PR sample(s) sent for review. This however has not affected my opinion at all. My loyalty is to my readers and being honest is my utmost responsibility. I have given my sincere opinion about the product(s) mentioned in the post. For more details, please go through my Disclosure Policy.

If you have any questions, you can have a look at FAQ or email me on info@sarahassansblog.com.