Philippine Independence Day Nails

 

I've always wanted to do Philippine related nail art but I understand how people could get really sensitive nowadays!  So I try my best to do representations instead!  I picked the Philippine Flag colors and drew 3 stars and Sun with 8 rays.

I hope you like this!  

Polishes used:

1. Base and Top Coat by Barry M  All-in-One Nail Hardener
2. Blue shade - Orly It's Britney Bitch
3. Red Shade: Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure in Red Handed
4. Yellow - GirlStuff Nail Polish in Lemon
5. White - Revlon Gel Envy in Sure Thing

Happy Philippine Independence Day to my fellow Filipinos!

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Eid Mubarak Nail Art

 

To our Muslim Brothers and Sisters, you know that we may have different religions (just like how we have different Political Beliefs in times of election.).  I want to wish everyone peace, safety, protection and good health!

Happy Eid Mubarak!

I know this art isn't perfect, Look at my moon!  My brush is just wonky!  But I poured my heart out drawing each nail!  Hope you like it!

Polish Base: Girlstuff Nail Polish In Temptation

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Year Of The Tiger Nail Art

 

Hello AMW Friends!  Happy Year of the Water Tiger!!!

Ah, as much as I’d like to draw a cute Tiger on my nails like I used to a decade ago!  I’ve decided to make it simpler and …ahem…more age appropriate!  

How do you like this?

My nails aren’t perfect, I haven’t gotten a chance to really buff and clean my nail cuticles —- COOKERIST here LOL!  So without further excuse, here’s a better look.  

Products used —-

• Base Coat: ZOYA Anchor Base Coat
• Girlstuff Away from It All - Light Yellow base shade
• Girlstuff Fairy Dust - Glitter
• 2-way Art Pen in Orange
• 2-Way Art Pen in Black
• Barry M Basecoat Topcoat Nail Hardener

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NOTD: Golden Glow Nails

 

The rainy days are really here!  It has been raining nonstop for good 6 days to almost a week and the Philippines is suffering in terms of Flood and extreme traffic.  I wish things will be better soon not only for our nation but also for other countries.  

Since I am still stuck at home - PANDEMIC + STRONG RAIN

I don’t want my home life to be “shi**y” as they say, so I’ve decided to pain my nails quickly and do a simple nail art.  I am inspired by the dainty pieces I own (rings!)  so here you go.

Base Color: GirlStuff nail lacquer in Fresh

Gold tip: Girlstuff Nail Lacquer in Vibe with Me

Sparkles: Orly Kick Glass

Base and top coat: Barry M

I am happy with the result!

What’s your next nail art request?

Any theme in mind?

For other gold nail art designs/tutorials: 

Etude House Party Queen

Classy Nails

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How to Paint Your Own Nails

 

Hi AMW Friends!!

Whenever I post my nail art tutorials, a lot of you are mentioning how difficult it is to paint your own nails!  How in the world can you even do nail art right?

This is one issue I did not bother answering because I felt most of us would rather relax at a nail salon and have someone do our nails!  But since the lockdown, for safety, for money savings and sanity!  I’ve decided to share this simple and easy-to-follow tutorial because there will be a point (while staying home) we want to look good right?  Even if we don’t go out as much, I find myself looking at a well-painted nails with a happy heart!  

One of my favorite pick-me-upper nail color is this deep burgundy red from Girlstuff called Bewitched.  

But let’s not go crazy, let’s start practicing using a nail polish base and hardener.  It is light colored so mistakes are welcome.  And hey, this is just nail polish - you can easily erase with a polish remover if you make mistakes!  I still make mistakes as of the moment but I just laugh it off and forgive myself!  That’s life!  

Happy watching!  I hope you learn a thing or 2 from me!  Stay safe!

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Cheerful Nail Art to End 2020

 

Hi Nail Art enthusiasts!

Are there still any?  Please comment below if you still love doing nail art designs or prefer to use nail polishes as is!

As for me, I’ve toned down my nail art designs, not as colorful and cartoon-like as before but that does not mean I won’t go back to that route in the future. 

Since I am mostly busy with housework and work in general, I’ve transitioned to simpler nail art designs that can be done in 15 minutes max!  This is my newest creation to celebrate the holidays!  We are all doing ZOOM celebrations as of the moment but still I want to have gorgeous nails!

My nail art was inspried by this particular polish from Orly available locally via PureBeauty 

Then used various nail polish shades from Girlstuff, Inglot and Barry M!  

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How do you like this simple art?

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Nail Art Tutorial: Accidental Nail Art

 

I haven't done my nails for so long, after fixing and organizing my nail polish collection, I was inspired to create a simple nail art because there are 2 holidays for Kyle in school (meaning, I have more time to sleep late :P)

Inspired by Barry M's newest polish shade, I used it as a base and got inspiration by making mistake!  I was supposed to create 3 dots and use a dotting tool for swirly art but the drops came out really good so I just let it be and enjoyed this carefree nail art!

Hope you visit and support my video and don't forget to subscribe to my channel as well!

All brands mentioned on photo and shade names.

How do you like this simple Accidental Nail Art?
What were you reminded of seeing this art?

Do you have requests?

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Nail Art Tutorial: Good Vibes Nails

For the good vibes, here's a very simple nail art tutorial for you!

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Nail Art Tutorial: Classy Nails

I wish I've done a video on ALL my nail art tutorials because I missed seeing how I fumbled and had a hard time doing all those crazy strokes!

I just knew I love doing it and I love seeing the results!  And it's never too late to say: "You're caught on video!"  I can't wait to re-watch these when I'm older!

Products used:

• GirlStuff Nail Hardener
• Niyo & Co. Smalto (base color)
• 2-way Nail Art Pen (White)
• Girlstuff Nail Polish in French Tip (White)
• Niyo & Co. Top Coat Glitter
• Niyo & Co. Top Coat

Enjoy!

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Nail Art Tutorial: 2020 Ready Nails

Year 2020! I am ready for you!  After keeping my nails low-key for weeks, I am ready to share to you another simple yet really cute Nail Art design that makes me smile whenever I look at them! 

Polishes Used: 

• Girlstuff Nail Hardener
• Orly Breathable Treatment + Color in shade Nail Superfood
• 2-way Nail Art Pen in White
• Girlstuff Polish in Fairy Dust
• Orly Top2 Bottom Basecoat + Topcoat

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Frosted Pastel Nail Art Tutorial #AMWIGtv

You all know getting a full set of nail polish collection will always make me want to use them all in ONE NAIL ART Design!

It happened when I got the newest Whimsical Holiday Collection from GirlStuff.

Whimsical Collection

Enchanted (pink) , Believe (blue), Wonder (purple), Shine (yellow) Forever (green),

+ Shimmering shades Fairy Dust (silver) and Vibe with Me (Gold)

Nail Art Tutorial: Cute Mummy Nails

I am inspired to create holiday inspired nails and since it's the Halloween, I thought of creating a cute Mummy nails.  Cute because my son checks out my nails and I don't like him to get scared with gory looking nails!  Maybe when he gets older, as for the coming years, expect cute ones :D  Hope you like it!

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Nail Art Tutorial: Purple Dainty Nails

My love for nail art never fades.  It has been more than 10 years ago when I started "trying" to do nail art using random tools as there wasn't a lot of options back then!  

I stopped doing nail art after getting pregnant, giving birth, breastfeeding then my schedule goes extremely busy from looking after each milestones of my son I almost never wear polish anymore!

Today, even with a little time on hand before I go to bed, that's the best time for me to schedule a quick nail art with the help of my ever supportive hubby who helps me grab things or open up polish bottles as you all know --- Girls are weakest with wet polish on! :D

I am getting back to my MOJO so here you go!  Another installment of my Nail Art Tutorial!  I hope you enjoyed watching the quick #AMWIGtv as well!



Products used ---

• Girlstuff Nail Hardener
• Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish in Boho-a-go-go
• Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polish in Plush Blush
• Sally Hansen Top Coat
• Girlstuff French Tip
• Girlstuff Mircale Top Coat

Continue to watch full video!

Nailympics: Battle of the Salon Nail Artists 2019!

Nail Art has been an integral part in my Beauty Blogging journey.

I can't even search my own blog post on my FIRST EVER nail art design because I was loaded with Nail Art entries!  It was at least 1 nail art tutorial a week and I've been blogging Daily for so long!

Just like nail art, my own nail art tutorials stopped when I gave birth to Kyle.  Taking care of my nails was the least to worry because I'd rather sleep than to polish my nails.

Fast forward to several years after, when I got more time on hands and Kyle does not demand my schedule as much, I am glad to do more tutorials and even widen the reach to not only Blogs but Instagram and Facebook!

It was a best timing for me for a comeback as NAIL ART itself did a HUGE comeback last week with the first NAILYMPICS: Battle of the Salon Nail Artists organized by Beauty & Wellness Manila, Girlstuff and GlobalLink MP!

And not only that, I was honored to be invited as their first HOST as well!

Nailympics was open to full-time employees (Nail artists, manicurists or nail technicians) of any Beauty Salon, Nail Salon or Spa in Metro Manila.

Salons like David's Salon, Unica Ija Salon, Nailaholics, French Tip Salon joined this prestigious competition.

All contestants get to bring home Girlstuff Products while the 4th, 5th and 6th prize contestants get to take home Php3,000 worth of Girlstuff Products.

What's in store for the top 3?

3rd Prize Winner gets Php3,000 in cash and Php5,000 worth of Girlstuff Products

 including a Nail Polish Display Rack.

2nd Prize Winner wins Php5,000 in cash and Php5,000 worth of Girlstuff Products

 including a Nail Polish Display Rack.

and 

the Grand Winner gets to take home Php10,000 in cash 

and Php5,000 worth of Girlstuff Products including a Nail Polish Display Rack.

I clearly understood the jitters backstage!

Nail Art Tutorial: Abstract Nails

Finally!  After a decade!  A video to show you how I do my nail art!

Let me know if you prefer video nail art tutorials or photos!  I'd love to hear your thoughts!

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Girlstuff Press On Nails Review

By the time you are reading or "watching" this, you probably haven't heard about this or maybe, if you visit a Girlstuff kiosk, that's when you realize: "Oh!  You guys have these!"   

Because I was told by the brand that they haven't go all out announcing these newest products from because --- these press on nails are painted by REAL nail artists --- one by one so you get really nice quality nail art designs!  

As for me, eventhough I was impressed with the designs, I've been very particular with my nails, they may look awful most of the time (hello Boxing and hello Cooking!)  But, I know when to say no to products or services I think wouldn't match my lifestyle.

Such as press on nails! How can I work with these?  Well, I'll tell you more about it after this short video.  I recorded this video to show you how easy it is to apply this product even for first timers like ME!

I was able to wear these Girlstuff Press On Nails for about 4 days, why doesn't it last a week you say?  Well, if I wanted it to last a week, I can actually wear them longer, I just felt like my nails was getting longer (yes, they grow fast) so there is a tiny gap below the press on nails making it difficult to "style" my hair!  But yes, I was able to cook with them, do my usual workout routine (boxing!)  and they stayed!  Like seriously STAYED!  

How to remove them?  I was told just to soak my nails in warm water and gently pry off with a cuticle remover tool and thankfully, nails are still healthy and intact!  

Do I recommend using these for busy moms?  Yes and NO, yes when you have someone to meet or occasions to attend to and you just don't have enough time to do your nails or to go to a salon.  NO - if you are extremely busy with your hands, it will be a bit of effort to have them on your nails for too long!  (that's just me)  But seriously, these nails are "kick ass" if I am allowed to use those words!  They felt weird on first application but on the next hour, it felt like my own nails, I can type really fast with them and do my usual tasks with them without that awkward feeling!  Best of all?  I've got instant beautiful nails in less than 5 minutes!

Priced at Php450.00 a set, head on to any Girlstuff Kiosk and ask for these!  Choose your favorite designs too and don't forget to show me your nails if you were able to try them!

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Nail Art Tutorial: Sparkly Space Gray Nails

Before 2018 ended, Girlstuff revealed their Holiday Collection called Au Naturel (Back to Basics). 
It wasn't the Holiday collection I was expecting but it was definitely one of those pleasant surprises because this turned out to be one of my TOP favorites!  (I mean I love all the collection they released but this one is one of those rare moments I was just staring at all the polish shades wondering which one to use first and mind you, I usually make quick decisions!)

So after making sure my fingers are healed (from allergies), I finally did a very simple nail art inspired by one of my favorite shade from the collection called Exposed. 

Exposed is one of those gray shades you always wanted to sport but can't seem to find the right ones that would work for your skin tone --- well, this is it!  This is a perfect shade for ANY skin tone! 

AMW Version: Sparkly Space Gray Nails

I inserted a sparkly element to celebrate the start of 2019!  Think about fireworks!

Step 1:

Apply a base coat to protect your nails, I used Girlstuff Nail Revive prior to taking photos, let it dry and go ahead and apply your choice of base color.

I picked Expose shade and applied 2 coats.  Wait for it to completely dry which will take approximately 10 minutes max!