Category Archives: Metallic

DIY Gold Leaf Topcoat

Posted on December 28, 2012 by

There’s been quite a few real gold leaf topcoats on the market this season, but they’re pricey and only 14 or 18K gold. They’re a fun luxurious touch for a special event, but too expensive to be a frequent gilt-y … Continue reading →

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Skin Food Singapore Nail Polish- Part 1

Posted on November 12, 2010 by

I recently went to Singapore and couldn’t find much polish- until some local readers commented and directed me to a few places- thanks very much for directing me to some glitter! I found a trove of sparkly wonders at a shop called … Continue reading →

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We Interrupt The Subway Service For Dessert

Posted on March 6, 2010 by

As you guys know, I’ve been mixing colors inspired by the Tokyo Subway map, but I have to interrupt myself to show you something very cool: a foiled Konadicure with a homemade cupcake ornament. Lovely Brooke from Getcha Nails Did … Continue reading →

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Blue Steel

Posted on February 15, 2010 by

Here’s an electric blue made from a hideous old eyeshadow.  Unfortunately, you can see the lumps on the surface but it made a better nail polish than eyeshadow.  This was from the Japanese dollar store. I have no idea why I … Continue reading →

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Pinked Mauve

Posted on January 13, 2010 by

Pink eyeshadow.  I can’t wear it without looking sick.  In fact, I can’t really imagine this shade looking good on anyone: It’s MAC Pinked Mauve and it came in one of those holiday sets  with the mini-pigments (maybe from 2008?). … Continue reading →

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Being Fabulous, Not Cruel

Posted on August 16, 2009 by

As you guys know, it’s important to me personally to not use cosmetic products that are tested on animals.  It’s just unnecessarily cruel- there is no need for cosmetics testing in this day and age, especially since there are butt-kickin’ … Continue reading →

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Shooting Stars

Posted on August 13, 2009 by

In honor of the Perseid shooting stars which I didn’t get to see here in Japan, here’s a celestial manicure. I only wore this for a bit because the little acrylic stars were just begging to be picked off. I … Continue reading →

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Foil Tutorial

Posted on June 7, 2009 by

A while back, I talked about how to get true metallic nails. Currently, there is no really mirror-like metallic polish on the market. There are some foily shiny polishes, but nothing truly reflective. Maybe in a few years, but nothing … Continue reading →

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Foil Mania

Posted on May 13, 2009 by

I’m beginning to think I should change the name of this blog to Nevertoomuchfoil! I love me some nail foils and I’ve got a few more to show you today. My first foray into the nail foil world was with … Continue reading →

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More Foil Nails

Posted on May 3, 2009 by

Hello readers! I’m in a painting frenzy building up some stock for my store, so I’m just posting a quick photo of some more foil nails I tried. This is what they look like after a few hours’ wear.  This … Continue reading →

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