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.

Sally Hansen Ultimate Shield Hand Cream – Review

Ultimate Shield Hand Cream claims to offer glove-like defense for severely dry hands. Does it live up to that? Read more to find out!

Ultimate Shield Hand Cream
This Hand Cream makes hands feel noticeably softer and smoother. It forms a defensive shield that lasts through hand washing. Contains Cationic Conditioning Technology with Natural Moisturization Factor to help prevent moisture loss. Non-greasy.

Benefits:

• 24 hour moisture
• Glove like defense for severely dry hands
• Instantly hands feel noticeably softer and smoother
• Forms defensive shield that lasts through washing
• Contains Cationic Conditioning Technology with Natural Moisturization Factor to help prevent moisture loss
• Non-greasy

Application Tips: Apply daily. Re-apply as needed.

Sally Hansen Ultimate Shield Hand Cream

My thoughts
I get dry skin issues in the winter months but doing dishes particularly in this season takes its toll on my hands so a hand cream is a must-have for me to battle dry flaky skin. Now that summer is here, my hands don’t feel dry so I prefer lotions or light moisturizers just to keep them hydrated. This product promises to shield severely dry hands by providing a glove like defense so if you’re someone who has chapped hands all year round or who has to wash hands frequently all day, this product might just be a life saver! Since I got to try in summer, I can’t judge how well it would perform in harsh winter but it does seem to retain moisture even after I wash my hands which tells that it really works. 

The cream doesn’t have a thick consistency but isn’t fluid-y like a lotion either; it’s somewhat in between. When applied, you can instantly detect a refreshing citrusy scent that lingers for a while. Since it’s an intensive moisture treatment, it takes a couple of minutes to sink into the skin but it doesn’t absorb completely. I can see that it forms some sort of an invisible layer that gives a nice glow to my hands. I do think it can leave your hands feeling greasy and slippery if you apply too much of it so use just a pea-sized amount. As previously mentioned, it seems to hold up well to hand washing so it doesn’t need to be reapplied very often which is a good point. It keeps my hands soft, smooth and moisturized for a long time. I’m also pleased with the packaging; I like how neat and vibrant it looks. It comes in a flip-cap tube which makes it convenient to control the amount dispensed plus it’s hygienic as well.

All in all, this product seems to be a treat for dry winter-weary hands. Owing to the intense moisture it provides, I can safely say that it will comfort your scaly hands in no time. I’d definitely continue using it in winter.

You might like it if…

• You have very dry chapped hands
• You use it in winter
• You expect a light-weight feel
• You expect it to hold up well to hand washing
• You're happy with the packaging

You might not like it if…

• It feels heavy in summer/you use too much and it feels greasy
• You aren't fond of citrus scent

My rating

4.5/5

Sally Hansen Ultimate Shield Hand Cream retails for around $5.49-7.99. You can purchase it online from  Wallgreens, Target and Ulta.com.

What do you think about this hand cream? 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.