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**EDIT** I apologize for any confusion, lovelies. Simply Smooth™ and Simply Quick™ can only be shipped to a U.S. address due to shipping restrictions on flammable materials. It does say this on the order page, but the shopping cart will still allow you to complete your purchase since Ana isn't able to shut down international shipping on specific items only. Ana is looking into alternatives to USPS for shipping those 2 though, so keep your fingers crossed!
Hello Lovelies! I'm so sorry that I wasn't able to post yesterday - it's been a hectic couple of days around here! I've been landscaping my backyard as well as re-working my front garden, and there was some AC Repair thrown in there as well. Not to mention helping mom out and waiting on news from her doctor's appointments. Lemme tell ya, I am exhausted. I have no idea how I am still upright, especially since my insomnia seems to be getting worse.
I also spent some time taking my nails down to a pretty short length yesterday. My free edge has alot of damage from nipping and using a metal cuticle remover tool, as well as over buffing. This made achieving a decent shape almost impossible, and even though my Pure Nail Oil™ helps strengthen my nails, it can't restore the layers of keratin that were removed by some serious over buffing. My middle nail on my left hand was so buffed out that it was paper thin, and my natural ridges formed points in the nail. All of that combined with a bad allergy season and my complete inability to refrain from gouging myself when I have an itchy spot, meant it was time to nubbinize. Normally I don't voluntarily lose length, no matter how damaged my nails are or how much I make myself bleed froms scratching, but I really want my nails to be healthy and without getting rid of that damaged free edge, I'll just be waiting for that huge break. May as well be pre-emptive! Besides, as much as I love having long nails, I also really like shorties. I don't keep my nails short because shorties tend to make my fingers look short and squat, but I love how they look and how simple they are to care for.
I have to say that after removing the damaged free edge, I was able to shape my nails the way I like them for the first time in months! I'm fairly thrilled about that, and since I;ve been using Pure Nail Oil™ my nail growth is much mor noticeable and consistent. It used to take me a full 6 weeks to get back to my favored length, but this last time (when I chopped off the stilettos) while using Pure™, I had my length back in 2 weeks.
So sorry to all my brands that I have swatches coming up for! I'm channeling my inner LTHP and rockin the shorties since I'd rather see nicely groomed and healthy shorties than damaged and badly shaped longer nails any day!
Today I have another top and base coat review for you all. I know, I know....didn't I just post one of those? Well, yes. Yes I did. But let's face it - we're always looking for the greatest base and top coat of all time, and if you're anything like me, you want something that not only provides excellent results, but doesn't suck the money out of your wallet at an exponential rate.
By now I'm sure you're all familiar with Ana from NailCareHQ.com, the genius behind Pure Nail Oil™. Ana is my most trusted source for nail care information and just a wonderful woman as well. Back when I first started using Pure Nail Oil™ and realized that strong nails aren't born from tons of chemicals and expensive strengtheners, Ana was kind enough to send me her base and top coat, Simply Smooth™ and Simply Quick™ to try out.
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| Simply Quick™, Simply Smooth™, and the amazing Pure Nail Oil™ |
Let's start out with Simply Smooth™. I expect alot from my base coats. I want them to protect against staining, help my polish last longer, smooth out some fairly good sized ridges and provide a smooth surface for polish application. It's rare that I find a base coat that gives me all of these. OPI Nail Envy Matte came the closest, but I don't need a nail strengthener and at close to $16 a bottle, it's just more than I really want to spend on something that I use so much of. Simply Smooth™ gave me all of the things I want in a base coat, and the finish is amazing. Not only did my polish last through all of the daily tasks that I subject it to, but it minimized staining, even with highly pigmented polish, smoothed out all of my ridges, leaving a perfectly smooth surface for my polish, and the finish looks beautiful to boot! Simply Smooth is just barely tinted, which leaves a gorgeous barely there pinkish sheen to the nails. Honestly, I'm okay with wearing just Simply Smooth™ on occasion. If you're a fan of french manicures, this would make a perfect base! And the best part? Simply Smooth is only $4.99! That's a huge amount of savings for someone like me that spent $16 every 3-4 weeks for base coat. I've been using Simply Smooth for a couple of weeks now, and have already ordered a full sized bottle. I love this stuff. and I'll be sticking with it for as long as Ana stocks it!
Onto Simply Quick - Simply Quick™ is a just what it says. It's a fast dry top coat, with no bells and whistles. However, that doesn't mean it isn't a killer top coat. Simply Quick dries FASTER than Seche Vite, and even a few seconds faster than my HK Girl. Dry to the touch in seconds, and entirely dry (no wrinkles or dents) in about 5-6 minutes. Ana has said that she thinks it's slightly less shiny than SV, but I disagree. The shine has a different quality, reminding me more of a gel top coat than your usual quick dry. It's still super shiny, there's just less glare! It also dries hard, like a gel, which I adore since I am so hard on my nails. My manicures have been holding up better than ever before, and I swear the protection from Simply Quick is one of the reasons that I haven't busted off one of my very damaged free edges yet. SImply Quick also has a thinner formula than most quick dry topcoats, which means I'm using less product, and it does not get gloppy or thick - ever! No need to worry about keeping thinner handy or buying pricey restorative chemicals. Honestly, this stuff is wonderful! As an added bonus, I have had less smearing with stamping, even when using a very smeary blue over white (you'll see that later tonight!). Just like Simply Smooth™, Simply Quick™ sells for $4.99, which saves me even more than Simply Smooth does, since I use a serious amount of topcoat between swatching, layering, and nail art.
I have to tell you guys, these have been my manicure staples for the past 2 weeks. I was skeptical at first, since come on....$4.99?? But I admit that I am in love with both of these and will keep using them for along time to come. My wallet is much happier, and my manicures look fantastic. I haven't compromised a single shred of quality. As a blogger, I'm partial to both saving money and using products that are high quality - these give me both. I highly recommend checking them out. You'll love them!
You can find Simply Smooth and Simply Quick by heading on over to http://www.nailcarehq.com/kimberskorner. You can also check out Pure Nail Oil™ (now available in Summer scent - YUM!), the product that I swear by for nail and cuticle care. Both Simply Smooth and Simply quick sell for $4.99 for full sized bottles, and Pure Nail Oil runs $22 for either a starter kit or refill kit. If you haven't seen my results from using Pure™, you can check them out here! Don't forget to follow Ana and Simple Nail Art Tips on Facebook for updates, new Pure™ scents, nail care information and giveaways! As a reminder, I will be giving away 2 bottles of Pure Nail Oil™ next month, so be sure to check back.
Have you tried Simply Smooth or Simply Quick™? What is important to you in a top and base coat?
I'll be back tonight with an ABC Challenge manicure, as well as my 21 day Pure Nail Oil update!
Thanks for stopping by and Happy Polishing!
-Kimber
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