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Posted by on Jun 2, 2012 in Uncategorized | 3 comments

Working with Pigments: CND’s new Additives and Shellac

A little while ago I mentioned CND Additives – a range of high grade pigments that will rock your nail world by allowing you to mix, blend, cover and just all out create with color. The distribution date is still a ways off (target: July), but I’ve been getting so many questions on how to use them I thought I’d start posting suggestions.  CND Additives are perfect for Shellac, Brisa Gel and Liquid & Powders, so I’ll do a different post for each product type to get your minds working on  to incorporate the product to your line using Shellac.  Today’s post is covering one of the easiest ways to use these pigments, and that is as a layer:

1. Create new colors through layering

Easily increase your color line with a simple wash of pigments.  Longing for summer pastels?  You can have them with Shellac and Additives.

How to create Lavender/Lilac nails

  • Create a base color using one coat of Purple Purple (cure) and one coat of Moonlight & Roses (cure).
  • Brush a thin, even coat of CND Additives Violet Pearl Pigment
  • For a lavender look, one coat is fine.  You can see in the photo below how just one layer drastically changes the base color.

For a lilac look, use two or more coats.  The more coats, the lighter your look will get.

Float your topcoat over and cure for the finish.

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This is the first in a series. Check back for more ways on how to use the new CND Additives.

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Posted by on May 28, 2012 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Events, New York: Zang Toi Sample Sale

Fashion Designer Zang Toi is holding his sample sale May 29-31 in New York. If I could be dressed by one designer, this might be the guy. His suits are feminine and sexy, designs are daring, wearable works of art. Yep, I’m holding out for one of these days. Also? He’s including his new handbag samples, so you can mimic that runway style down to the accessories.
Zang Toi Sample Sale
May 29-31
11am – 6pm
30 West 57th Street, 7th Floor
New York, New York

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Posted by on May 26, 2012 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Zoya Nail Polish Pinterest Giveaway

Help us create the ultimate Zoya Nail Polish Summer Trio and we’ll give away 2000 of them.

Get ready for some fun in the sun! Re-pin your favorite Summer 2012 Beach and Surf Collection colors to help Zoya Nail Polish create a beachy-chic mini (.25oz bottles) trio that will seriously amp up your summer style…

What you need to do:

Follow Zoya on Pinterest
Re-pin your must have Beach & Surf shades from the Zoya Pinterest Collection Board onto any board of choice.
The top 3 most re-pinned shades will determine the trio shades!
2,000 trios of the unique combo selected by Pinterest followers will be given away *FREE!
There’s a catch… 20,000 re-pins TOTAL must be reached between all 12 shades for the giveaway to take place!

Happy Pinning! The promotion ends Monday June 5, 2012 at 11:59pm EST. Pinterest Collection trio and code will be announced Monday, June 11th IF the re-pin goal is met. Don’t forget to spread the word!

*Shipping & Handling fees apply.

Terms & Conditions
*This contest is valid on Zoya’s Pinterest page ONLY from 5/22/12 – 6/05/12 11:59pm EST. Giveaway is contingent to number of re-pins achieved – Promotion code will be released on the Zoya Pinterest Collection Board. Mini trios (.25oz bottles) will be available while supplies last. Limit one promotion per account and household. Consumer orders only. Not valid with any other coupons, codes or promotions. Orders with promotion codes are not eligible for returns or exchanges. We are not responsible for incorrect addresses or credit card entry errors. Code must be entered at the time of purchase. Please allow up to 4 weeks for shipping if volume warrants it.

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Posted by on May 22, 2012 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

‘Cilla Zuckerberg tied the knot in Claire Pettibone

I know lots of people are complaining about this photo, but even with the American Gothic likeness, I think it is very pretty. She looks like she’ll take no prisoners in this relationship, and he’s got a sly smile like he knows it. Was she a BrideCilla? (man I could not resist). With a pre-relationship contract asking for date nights and 100 minutes of alone time a week, sounds like her demands are reasonable.

If you’d like to snap up the wedding dress as your own, Kleinfeld Bridal in New York has the Claire Pettibone design for under $5000. Quite the catch!

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Posted by on May 22, 2012 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Billy B is coming to town: The Makeup Show – Chicago June 17-18

See you there! ~ hillary

The Trip of a Lifetime – Billy B’s Career GPS
Monday, June 18th – 2:00-3:30

It’s no secret that Billy B has managed to make his keynote lectures at The Makeup Show a “Trip to Remember.” Since The Makeup Show’s beginning in 2006, Billy’s lectures have always been shockingly candid, full of humility, honesty and humor. Billy B shares his experiences from behind the scenes and in front of the camera and nothing is off limits. Billy will answer your questions regarding all aspects of the industry like few others can or will. In the past, Billy has made us laugh and cry but most importantly he always gives us direction that has helped us navigate each of our individual roads to a destination of success. This industry heavyweight breaks it down, serves it up and always delivers advice that inspires us all.

After twenty five years in the business, most makeup artists are considered “old jalopies,” but Billy B isn’t most makeup artists. He is full throttle and speeding into the fast lane. There is no one better to give any makeup artist, new or old, directions to help drive their career forward. Billy B has created looks for the most award-winning, trend-setting, iconic music videos ever made, like most recently Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance,” “Telephone” and “Born This Way,” Mary J. Blige’s “No More Drama,” Missy Elliott’s “She’s a Bitch” and “The Rain,” and, yes, even TLC’s “Waterfalls.” Billy’s print portfolio seen at www.BillyBBeauty.com is packed with some of the most unforgettable images of the most famous women in the world including Lady Gaga, Lauryn Hill, Sharon Stone, Beyonce, Cindy Crawford and the list goes on and on. Don’t think twice about attending this first-ever Keynote as The Makeup Show Chicago and Billy B. invite you to “The Trip of a Lifetime – Billy B’s Career GPS.”

Are you ready for your Driver’s Test?

In the upcoming weeks, we will release Billy B’s Driver’s Test one question at a time. Your responses will dictate how Billy B navigates his “trip to remember.” He’ll be waiting to hear from you, so reply quickly, hold on tight and fasten your seat belt. Answer to hashtag #TMSBillyB on Twitter and/or The Makeup Show’s Facebook page.

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Posted by on May 20, 2012 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Prom Nails for Larsharae, 2012 Northwestern Mutual Foundation Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee

This was prom weekend for a lot of students, but one very special girl was booked for nails with me as a reward for all of her hard work in the last year.  Larsharae Hooker is finishing her senior year of high school and will be heading to college in the fall, after having served as the 2012 Northwestern Mutual Foundation Youth of the Year for Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee.  Larsharae has a thing for numbers, is bright, sweet and has a stunning smile.  It is easy to see why she was nominated and chosen to represent Greater Milwaukee.  It was also a joy to take her nails from naked to Rock Royalty with a light glow of glitter for the lavender dress she was wearing on her big night out. Keep up the great work, Larsharae.  You’ve only just begun!  Updated: We have a prom picture, and Larsharae was also voted Prom Queen. 🙂

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