Robin Egg Blue

Ever since I saw this new display of cute colors from Wet n Wild, I've been meaning to pick up "I Need A Refresh-Mint." My "For Audrey" by China Glaze has been drying out and I thought this might be a good replacement. Don't you love colors like this? It reminds me of the color, Robin Egg Blue, by Crayola. I still remember when the color made it's "debut" in one of my new crayon boxes!!! :) 

If you see on the top of each bottle, theres a sticker that displays their new "ManiCurve Pro Brush." It's a wide paddle brush with curved edges, similar to Rimmel polishes. 

Unfortunately, my brush was not cut in a curve, but with extremely jagged edges that made it difficult to paint by my cuticles. The formula was super streaky in one coat, too. 

After 2.5 coats, I got a creamy application of the polish. I really hate the brush, but the staying power is pretty good. I've been wearing it for the past 6 days with barely any chipping. 

I also picked up OPI Avoplex Cuticle Oil To Go ($8). I have some pretty nasty cuticles and thought this might do me some good. All it took was the red "Allure Winner" sticker  to convince me!

Fits in the palm of my hand. 

Gently squeeze the tube and some gel will come out. It's kind of like those click glosses or concealers. It says its cuticle oil, but it feels like oily gel. It blends in really nicely and doesn't leave a greasy residue. It surprisingly has a really nice scent, too! Reminds me of apples and pears.  

^Nasty cuticles. 

^Nasty cuticles + Avoplex gel 

Ta-da!!! (excuse the nasty polish job) 

Overall, the polish is decent for the price, but the brush really sucks. I do recommend Avoplex if you come across it!

I didn't realize it matches my phone case! I must really like this color! :) 

Spring Fling

Sephora+OPI+Betsey Johnson. Need I say more? 

These three have teamed up to bring us adorable sized bottles full of festive colors in cute packaging. I couldn't be any happier! And honestly, who really goes through full-sized bottles anyway? These are the perfect amount for our fleeting tastes! :) 

 XOX Betsey, Alley Cat, Too Too Turq 

 Colors in reverse order 

 Yellow My Name is Betsey, Son of a Gun, Pushing Your Luck

Colors in reverse order

I'm seriously loving these colors!!!! 

XOX Betsey - This nudy gray pink applies with a cream finish in one coat! It has a nice gloss to the formula and seems so easy to wear! I can definitely see use for this polish all year round. 

Alley Cat - This polish looks quite "gelly" when applied. There are tiny, subtle gold particles that are barely visible as well. This is a fun pop of color... especially if you find a matching hot pink lipstick to go with it! 

Too Too Turq - Loving this!! There are tiny iridescent flecks in this creamy formula. It's not a turquoise that is too bright or neon, but has just the right amount of brightness. 

Yellow My Name is Betsey - It's hard to find a yellow that is just right. This tone compliments my skin tone and doesn't look dull or mustardy. 

Son of a Gun - This gunmetal based polish comes off pretty sheer with some silver shimmer. It's not too overbearing in any way and can tone down some bright looks. 

Pushing Your Luck - This red has a "gelly" finish as well. I'm thinking they may look similar to the finish of Chanel's spring polishes? It applies opaque in two coats, yet still looks like gelly. It's a fun take on red nails! 

Overall, this set is definitely filled with colors that can really add some POP to your spring outfits. I think the choice of colors was excellently crafted and can be used for any occasion! I love the variety of choices and that I don't feel burdened with having to use up all 6 bottles. The quality of polishes are also superb. They all apply opaque within one to two coats and do not go on streaky. This mini set retails for $24 at Sephora so go and see them in person if you can!

It's still a bit nippy in Southern California, but it already feels like Spring on my nails! :) 

What are your favorite Spring nail polishes?