Beauty Review: CND Vinylux Weekly Polish

Beauty Review: CND Vinylux Weekly Polish by superchicmom on Polyvore( all images via polyvore - click on image to be taken there for origination)

As a busy working mom I rarely have the time or patience to go sit for hours in the manicurist chair. On days when I do have the time there are just other things to do - like exercise or clean the house! I kind of fell in love with the gel manicure under light since it lasts two weeks and is dry without having to wait it out under the fan. The problem I learned - after having a few gel manicures - is getting it off. I find I must file, soak, and scrape which can leave my nails abused. It really requires a return price to the salon. Plus - it costs double than a regular manicure.

I did go to my local salon and try a regular manicure with CND Vinylux Weekly Polish (not the shellac).  The top coat has polymers which extend the life of wear. It lasted a full 7 days without chipping and looking new. I was able to remove it easily with acetone only. Another plus - my nails seemed nice and strong on removal since I didn't have to soak them in acetone.

I am still loving short dark nails for fall. How about you? Have you tried the gel or CND weekly polish and what do you think?

SHOP CND WEEKLY POLISH HERE ( side note - you need the top coat for it to work) :

Best Summer Drugstore Beauty Buys

Best Summer Drugstore Beauty Buys by superchicmom featuring an essie nail polish

These are some products that I have been really getting use out of this summer. They are all easy to find at your local drugstore, Walmart, or Target. The Jergens Self Tanner works great giving a subtle glow that does not look orange. The Cetaphil is great for removing all of your sunscreen and makeup. CeraVe makes a great zinc based sunscreen with ceramides for adding volume and an SPF of 50. You need to rub it in pretty well but it really protects, lasts well in the water and has not challenged mine or my son's sensitive skin. Lashblast waterproof mascara is really that - it adds a blast of volume and stays put while you are swimming with your little ones. Finish off your summer look with a white polish from Essie. It goes on nicely and looks perfect with every summer outfit.

What have been your favorite summer drugstore buys?


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Best New Beauty Under $40

Best New Beauty Under $40 by superchicmom featuring lips makeup

Just wanted to share on this Friday some new products I have become a fan of as a result of getting some samples.

Benefit - They're Real Mascara: Really amps up your lashes, stays on but also comes off easy. It also feels really light and remains soft.

Buxom Lip Gloss - What can I say, Kyle Richards , my favorite Beverly Hills housewife is a fan. This stuff does make your lips look and feel fuller. You can definitely feel it working. It comes in pretty colors and feels light as well.

Urban Decay Naked Foundation - I have been looking for a foundation that provided more natural coverage and was not chalky for days when I am not using BB cream and don't need a higher SPF. I have tried drug store brand foundation without much luck. I can just never buy the right color. I got color matched at Sephora and this was one of the options for my skin tone. It glides on lovely, is illuminating and yet filled with good stuff for your skin. I find it really makes me look fresh - and what Mom wouldn't want that! If you try this, definitely get matched, I needed a color that I thought would be way too dark, but the skin i.d. was right.

Please note I am NOT getting paid to promote these products. I just really like them!

What are your fave beauty products going into fall?

Night Time Face Routine

I find myself needing some stronger anti aging products these days and wanted to share with you some strong wrinkle fighters that I actually think are really helping my skin. I alternate the Dr. Brandt Glow (retinol) 3-4 days a week with the philosophy hope in a jar (glycolic acid cream). After really searching for something to keep my lips plump, I found this Peter Thomas Roth Un-wrinkle lip loaded with peptides. It stings a bit when you first put it on but I do feel my lips are plumper, even around the edges, so the "bleeding" lipstick effect is reduced. You definitely need to bump up your SPF use in the day to prevent sunburn and skin sensitivity. These products aren't the cheapest but I find they last months, and can usually find a coupon code. FYI: Philosophy.com site is up to 30% 0ff. I always loved a tan but am now paying the price with wrinkles and discoloration. Now I satisfy my need for color with self tanner and bronzing powder. (Model pic is from Polyvore....I wish I looked that good with no make up!)  Do you have any recommendations for products you feel work well on wrinkles...? Please share!

Night Time Face Routine by superchicmom featuring a paraben free skin care

Worry Lines Go Away

Remember those care free and worry free days before you were a Mom? If I had to say what the biggest change is from pre-kids to post - it would be the amount I worry. Elizabeth Stone said it best -  “Making the decision to have a child - it is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body. ”  Lucky for me I have found some great - affordable- skin creams that are really working in minimizing my worry lines and even fading my age and sun spots. If you can't tolerate retinol without irritation, try the Olay Regenerist. it contains Niacinimide which works like retinol but more gently. Also, FYI, did read that you should avoid retinol if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. What are your fave worry away wonders?

Worry Lines Go Away by superchicmom featuring face moisturizers