[What's New] Easter Weekend Nail Art Manicure

Hi Huneybees,

How was your Good Friday break? I spent the day hanging out with my girlfriends at Sentosa and though I'm pretty tired now, but it was definitely great to be able to catch up with them and spend some time, thrashing all the stress aside.

Here's a quick update of my DIY nail art manicure for this Easter weekend. I have a little hatching chick on the thumb, tons of painted Easter eggs as well as a bunny friend to celebrate this long weekend break.

The base for the yellow eggshell is done with the Models Own Speckled Egg nail polish, it's definitely a super fast way to get those egg looking nails! You can see more about the collection here --- http://huneyzworld.blogspot.sg/2014/06/tried-tested-models-own-speckled-egg.html.

Hope you guys like it and do share if you have Easter manicure done too!

Have a great time with your family on this weekend break~

*Ok! I have to go to bed... Night!*

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[Get The Look] Goodbye Mr Lee Kuan Yew Nail Art

Hi Huneybees,

Last week was a tough week to get through as the nation waves goodbye to our founding father - Mr Lee Kuan Yew. He was cremated last Sunday and aside from dressing in black, I also did a set of monochrome nails as a tribute to him.

This black ribbon image was circulated around social media within a few hours, so I wanted to do my set of nail art, revolving around the image. But getting the image drawn right is definitely not easy to do freehand. So, I wana show ya my little trick, this might be able to help those who find it difficult to draw with your left hand (if you are right handed) too.

1. After measuring nail bed size, I got the image shrunk down to around that size and did a tracing of the image (you can draw instead of tracing too!).
2. Find a transparent file and slot the drawing in between, or you can use a plastic bag as well.
3. Paint a layer of the topcoat on the plastic file, covering more than the drawing.
4. Using acrylic paint or nail polish, start painting and draw up your image.
5. Once dried, paint a layer of topcoat again, covering more of your drawing dimension.
6. Let the image dry. Normally it takes up to 2 hours, but I like to let it dry over night.
7. Using a tweezer, slowly pull up the image, starting from the corners and work your way in. Do not pull too hard as you might break it.
8. After painting your base nail colour, apply a thin layer of top coat for the newly made "sticker" to stick on.
9. Press down to remove bubbles and trim the size if it's too big.
10. Once done, apply topcoat and you are done!
    
    Note: I did a little touch up on the drawing after sticking on, so that the image fills up the thumb. 

Voila! This is a close up of the other fingers. I did a PAP symbol as well and freehand drew on those black ribbons and Singapore Flag. Hope this little trick helps you to perfect your DIY nail art, bringing your work to another level. 

Do you guys have any other tricks to share? Would love to hear about it. :)

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[What's New] To Gel Or Not To Gel - Etude House Enamel ting Gel Nails Collection

Hi Huneybees,

Etude House has recently joined in the gel nails trend in K-beauty and launched a new affordable series of nail products - Enamel ting Gel Nails collection, allowing you to have your very own nail salon at home! 

Though it is available in the Etude House branches around Singapore, but I still prefer to have mine ordered and delivered right to my door step. All thanks to Qoo10, I've got my items shipped right from Korea and most of the time, even faster than the local stores can stock up!

The whole collection includes a Enamel ting LED gel lamp, Enamel ting Gel Nail Cleanser, and Enamel ting Gel Nail Remover together with 35 brilliant gel nail polishes, that allows you create all sorts of nail art and manicure.

The gel lamp is slightly cheaper than what you can find out in the market, portable and easy to use with 36 LED lights, letting you set your gel nails in 45 seconds flat. It has an internal timer that will auto turn off after 45 seconds, so that you know it is time to add another coat of colour.

I've gotten 2 colours - #5 Apple Bite (Red) and #17 Coating Jean (Blue) to try out the nail polishes. The colour payoff is amazing and it is very easy and smooth to apply. With just 1 application, you can get full shiny coloured nails. My nails are ready with 10 minutes with just 2 coats of the nail polish.

But, getting your gel nails done is not as straight forward as your usual nail polish of applying the colours coat after coat. You will also need the help of the Enamel ting Gel Nail Cleanser. Removing the gel nails is also not that fast too! Here's the steps to it...

But purchasing these gel nails materials were with an initial struggle. I was weighing the pros and cons, reading up more of gel nails manicure before deciding to get them. In fact, I still have my reservations doing gel nails again. Why? Here's my list of them...

The PROS

• Affordable and easy on the pockets
• Manicure that lasts 2-3 weeks
• Chip-free
• Fast Drying
• Easier to create nail designs without smudges

The CONS

• A health risk as you are constantly baking your nails under UV lamp - cancer, increased photo-aging, more wrinkles
• Hassle for gel nails removal 
• Filing down of the nails to break the top coat, might lead to over filing, thus making the nails thin and weak
• Soaking in the gel remover makes nails dry

Some tips when applying gel nails at home...

• Apply sunscreen on your hands before application
• Buff your nails to get a better surface for the gels to stick to, ensuring your gel nails last longer
• Be sure not to paint your cuticles and wipe off any that gets on your skin before curing
• Apply cuticle oil and hand lotion once you are done.

So, what do you think? 

Would you consider giving the Etude House Enamel ting Gel Nails collection a test drive?

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[Get The Look] Star Trek Manicure In Tribute To Leonard Nimoy

Hi Huneybees,

Though I'm more of a Star Wars fan, but the news of Leonard Nimoy's passing is still a sad news. Spock has left us and for the new month, here's a Star Trek nail art manicure in tribute to his world famous character.

Galaxy nails that are achieved through sponging different colours and I've drawn on the Star Trek Insignia logo on the 3rd finger as well as Spock's uniform on the pinky finger. And on the thumb, I've got Spock drawn on, with that bowl cut hairstyle and pointy ears. See the resemblance? 

Goodbye to a great actor and well, for those younger ones, you can say hi to the new Spock played by Zachary Quinto. I think he's a cuter version. Hehehehe...

RIP Leonard ~~~

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[What's New] Go Sparkly This Christmas With Models Own Diamond Luxe Collection

Hi Huneybees,

As the saying goes - "Diamonds are a girl's best friend", I've always adored my blings and I will never let go of any chance to wear them. So when I received the Models Own Heart Red nail polish, I was simply jumping with joy!

This lovely shade of red nail polish comes from Models Own first ever ‘luxe’ collection – Diamond Luxe. This special range of nail polishes features gold caps and are luxuriously filled with Diamond Dust in them to deliver a completely unique golden metallic finish.

The ultra-fine gold glitter dust are subtle but gives the nail colour a special shine, that no other nail polishes does. It glides on smoothly onto nails and with the square tip brush, it is a fuss free, quick way to glam up your nails. 2 coats 30 minutes was all I need to paint my 10 little fingers and I'm set to go out!

It is also easy to remove and I simply love this shade of red that comes just in time for Christmas as well as Chinese New Year. But if you are afraid red might be too strong a colour, you can still find 4 other shades in stores - Princess Pink, Trillion Taupe, Asscher Blue and Radiant Pink.

So which shade would you pick? 

They are now in stores at aLT@BHG, John Little Plaza Singapura, Robinsons JEM, selected Guardian, Watsons and Sasa stores, retailing at $14.90 each. Have fun with them ~ 

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[Get The Look] Alternative To Christian Louboutin’s Rouge Louboutin Nail Art

Hi Huneybees,

20 years ago, a red nail polish inspired the world famous, most coveted signature red sole stilettos. Christian Louboutin was instantly inspired by the cherry-red polish that his assistant was using and painted the bottoms of his prototype heels with the lacquer. And now, Christian Louboutin returns to nail colour, giving us the perfect Louboutin mani with the Christian Louboutin Rouge Louboutin nail lacquer.

It is a specially designed tool to help you paint on the underneath of your nails red with absolute precision. The polish comes in the classic Louboutin red and features a felt-tip-style applicator, which makes light work of painting this tricky area. From the inside of the towering seven-inch calligraphy-inspired cap peeks out a flash of red - an echo of the color of the iconic sole. It is modeled after the heel of the Ballerina ULTIMA, the highest heel Christian Louboutin ever designed, and perfectly weighted to ensure the utmost ergonomic comfort and control. 

But, not everyone could lay their hands on this amazing tool and here's a fuss-free way of getting the same Loutboutin mani done. Ready?

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Red nail polish
• Black nail polish
• Scotchtape

Step 1

Turn your hand over so the palm is facing up. Place strips of about 3cm scotchtape along your nails, going as close to the nails as possible.

Step 2

Once you have taped all 5 fingers,  paint a thin layer of base coat to the underside of your nail tips (this is so that the red nail polish does not stain your nails). Let it dry and apply 2 coats of red polish on each finger.

I've used the OPI Over & Over A-Gwen nail polish as I prefer the flat brush for easy application. Be sure to let each layer dry, before applying a new layer. Then, seal it with a thin layer of top coat.

Step 3

Once done and dried, peel off the tapes and turn your hands over to paint your nails in black. Don't forget a layer of base coat before proceeding with the 2 layers of black nail polish and seal with top coat.

So, there you have it, easy peasy way to get yourself the Louboutin nails eh? It works even better if you have longer nails and work it like Adele! 

You can also play with different colours like beige or cream polish to replicate the brand's trendy nude pumps. Have fun and go "strut" those nails!

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[Get The Look] Neon Nude Accented Nails

Hi Huneybees,

Nude nails have been seen on the runways this season, everything is going back to basics whilst showcasing the gorgeous fashion on the runway. But knowing me, I can't go away with just nude nails. So drawing from other trends seen on the runway, I created this set of nail art with the half moon and gold accents trend as well. I call this "Neon Arabic Nights".

Photo credits:

http://www.harpersbazaar.com/

http://www.fashionisers.com/

http://www.cosmopolitan.co.uk/

The look was created with these 2 nail colours from the Etude House Nails & Body Painting Set #2 Warming Lemon. The neon yellow nail polish is favourite nail colour from my collections and when  paired with a nude shade, it just makes my nails pop.

The gold accents were nail stickers I purchased from a while back and of course, not forgetting the blue Swarovski crystals that I have that I have stuck on using nail glue.

You guys should give it a go, I bet your friends will find it refreshing especially if you are always in nude nails. You can also pair it with this season's favourite red or maroon. Have fun!

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