Category Archives: Product Reviews

Nicole by OPI Carnival Cotton Candy Swatches & Review

Nicole by OPI Carnival Cotton Candy SwatchesYes, I’ve got another in-depth review of a Nicole by OPI Carrie Underwood nail polish for you today!

This time, it’s Nicole by OPI Carnival Cotton Candy!

It’s a sweet pink that I can see many little girls (and the young at heart) drooling over because it has that innocent and playful look to it.

Since it has a creme finish and it’s pigmented, you could use this as a base for lots of wonderful nail creations!

The name ‘Carnival Cotton Candy’ reminds me of my dad because when I was little and we went to the local carnival, he would always buy me cotton candy. Hehe, and since when I was a girl, my favourite colour was pink, the candy floss would always be pink. (Years later, I decided that the blue and yellow candy floss were also pretty yummy, and I stopped limiting my dietary restriction to just the pink kind.)

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Nicole by OPI Carrie’d Away Swatches & Review

Nicole by OPI Carrie'd Away Swatches & ReviewIt’s been a long time since I wore Nicole by OPI Carrie’d Away from the Carrie Underwood Collection. (You may remember seeing a glimpse of it in this Quick Look post.)

This collection was officially released in January 2014, but I wore Carrie’d Away in October last year.

As you know, I moved! I’m still in the process of organizing everything in my new home – the first home I ever bought! 🙂 No more renting!

While being crazy busy setting everything up, I’ve also been working hard to ensure that Swatch And Learn continues to run like usual with posts Monday to Friday, so I’ve been busting out some photos of manicures I wore that never got their chance in the spotlight (aka a full, in-depth review)! 😉 No better time than the present!

Please be patient and bear with me as I make this major transition because, after I get my home all organized, I have tons of new nail polishes to share with you! (My internet will be set up at my new place soon, so hopefully that’ll help me avoid any interruptions.)

Also, thanks for stopping by my blog. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: My readers are the best, and I feel very fortunate to have such great support from you all! 🙂

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Quick Look: Zoya Magical Pixie Collection

Zoya Magical Pixie CollectionSo, things are still hectic on my side of the pond. As you know, I moved to a new place, and I’m still doing a lot of unpacking and organizing because right now, haha, it’s like I’m living in a sea of cardboard boxes! 😉

I’ve been trying to get my blog posts up daily (Monday-Friday) before and even during my move. So far, I’ve done it without any hiccups. Yay!

The technician will be hooking up my internet in the next couple of days, so hopefully I’ll have zero interruptions.

However, just in case I’m unable to continue making my posts seamless, you’ll know why. I’ll do my best to keep the blogging train going, though.

Today, I have for you another Quick Look post with swatches and bottle shots of the Zoya Magical Pixie Collection!

Which one is your favourite of these glitter textured polishes?

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Dial Lavender & Twilight Jasmine Body Wash Review & Pictures

Dial Lavender & Twilight Jasmine Body Wash ReviewI like switching up my shower gel occasionally just so I don’t get stuck in a rut. Plus there are always new scents available, so it’s exciting to try new things.

To me, shower gels aren’t huge commitments because after just a couple of months or so, you can easily finish a bottle, and you’re onto the next.

Recently, I tried the new Dial Lavender & Twilight Jasmine Body Wash, which is antibacterial.

I haven’t tried many Dial body washes, so I decided to give this one a go!

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Nicole by OPI Some Hearts Swatches & Review

Nicole by OPI Some Hearts SwatchesOn a dreary day, the easiest thing you can do to perk up your mood is to wear nail polish in a bright colour.

May I suggest Nicole by OPI Some Hearts from the Carrie Underwood Collection?

It’s a pigmented, creamy, vibrant coral pink that most definitely pops when you wear it, so it’s ideal for when you’re having a terrible day, and you need something to brighten your spirits in seconds.

The colour coupled with the exceptional formula is a real winner, and this is a fantastic colour to welcome the spring and summer months. (I just feel like this is a warm-weather shade, although you can be sure that I’d wear it anytime of year. Actually, I did wear this manicure last year, probably around October or so. 🙂

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Quick Look: Zoya Awaken Collection

Zoya Awaken Collection 2014The Zoya Awaken Collection for Spring 2014 is full of cute colours that are definitely very appropriate for the warmer weather that’s hopefully coming soon! (I’m so over you, Winter!)

There are 6 gorgeous shades, and I think it should be obvious that my favourites are the green, blue, and purple. However, I’m also really digging that pale cantaloupe!

Check out my quick swatches of the Zoya Awaken Collection, and then come back later when I review them in-depth after I’ve worn them as full manicures.

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Quick Look: Zoya Naturel Collection

Zoya Naturel Collection 2014I’m not as familiar with neutral nail polishes as I am with bold colours, but I’m liking them more and more because they can make your whole hand look elegant. Plus they’re super easy to match with everything in your wardrobe!

The Zoya Naturel Collection features 6 shades that are office-appropriate, even in the most conservative establishments.

If you’ve ever painted your nails with Zoya, you know that they have great formulas, and these cremes are no exception – like butter!

Today, I’ll be giving you a Quick Look post on the Zoya Naturel Collection. (In a future post, I’ll provide in-depth reviews and more swatches.)

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