Broadway Nails imPRESS Press-on Manicure

Another part of my super awesome VoxBox from Influenster, was the Broadway Nails imPRESS Press-on Manicure.  

I was super stoked because the same day I got my my shipment, was date night. Mind you, I'm the mom of two small babies and date night does not occur often.  I was thinking WAWHOO! Perfect timing.  The manicure I was sent was kind of a crazy design, but I figured what the heck?  It's DATE NIGHT!

First of all, the packaging they came in was really genius.  A "bottle" of nail polish with the nails inside. 

I immediately started to put them on and was ELATED at how easy they were to put on.   I was feeling super fab...for about two hours...until one fell off.  I figured I must have done something wrong, so I searched out another nail and replaced it.  A few minutes later, another nail fell off.  "It's DATE NIGHT!" I exclaimed and replaced that one as well.  A little while later...another one fell off.  It took 4 of them falling off before I threw in the towel and figured it was just not meant to be.  After all, it IS Date Night and I highly doubt my hubs will even be paying attention to my nails. 

I was impressed with the packaging and the overall idea of how easy they were to use, however, it was a major fail when it came to the durability of them.  Sad face. 

They did look cute...while they lasted.

Thanks anyway imPRESS Manicure and Influenster!  It was worth a shot! 

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Introducing imPRESS Press-On Manicure by Broadway Nails, the revolutionary way to apply polish! Featuring advanced nail technology, you can get a salon-perfect manicure in seconds – simply peel off, press on, and you're done. There's no drying, a killer shine and a manicure that lasts up to a week! And, imPRESS is so easy to remove, you can change it up to match your mood as often as you want. Check out all colors and patterns, including trendy brights, classic darks and animal prints. With imPRESS, your nails will always be your best accessory.

imPress Manicure retails for $5.99 for colors and $7.99 for patterns, and is available at CVS, Rite Aid, Duane Reade, KMart, Walgreens, Walmart and more. For a full list of online and in-store retailers, visit imPressManicure.com, where you can download an exclusive coupon and virtually try on all the colors and patterns!

Schwarzkopf Professional OSiS+

As a part of my Spring VoxBox from Influenster,  I received a complimentary sample of Schwarzkopf Osis+ Dust It.  At first, I was puzzled on how to use the product, but once I figured it out I was on my way.

The first time I used it, I believe I used way too much leaving my hair feeling sticky and overall icky.  However, I figured out to hold the product about 6 inches away from my hair and to just sprinkle a tiny amount on.  Holy volume batman!  I quickly learned to love it!  No hairspray present in these photos.  Just the right amount of Ooomph! 

I must learn to smile in these photos. 

Even after I got a hair cut, the product still gives me just the amount of vavoom I am looking for.  To show how Osis+ Dust It has taken my hair to all new heights.  I demonstrate below:

Thank you Schwarzkopf Professional and Influenster!

I received these products complimentary from Influenster for testing purposes.

Check it out here:  Schwarzkopf Professional

Light Control Dust It mattifying powder 2 create + lightweight powder to texturize + soft matt effect + light control & separation + long lasting hold + natural feel. ;

Rebounding and Recharging

Thanks to Bed Head by TIGI and a wonderful Campaign from BzzAgent, I was given the opportunity to try out Bed Head products that included Elasticate and Recharge Shampoo and Conditioner and On The Rebound Curl Cream.

Over the years, I have been well aware of the quality and reputation of the TIGI Bed Head products thanks to family in the industry and had used several products here and there depending on my hairdo at the time.  Having never tried these specific products, I was super-stoked to be given the opportunity to test these out!

Since I cut off my hair pretty short a few months ago, I had been blow drying and straightening to create my 'do daily.  This takes a toll!  The Elasticate Shampoo and Conditioner really helped strengthen my frail locks while the ReCharge Shampoo and Conditioner really added the missing shine to my lackluster locks!  

Also since cutting my hair, I hadn't really worn it curly.  Testing out the On The Rebound Curl Cream afforded me a new option to avoid spending a load of time on creating my look.  Lord knows with two little ones in the house, any time saved is a super bonus!  On The Rebound gave me frizz-free, bouncy curls that were really cute and easily manageable.  Although I do not wear my hair curly every day, I love having this option! I even used a little in Molly's crazy half-curly locks to help her have more of 'do and they were really cute!

Check out those curly cues! 

Here is me on a normal day with straight hair (without makeup - yikes!)

Here's me after using the Recharge Shampoo and Conditioner.

This is what it looks like blown dry with nothing added. (Note my hideous robe that I still have from high school.) 

Here's my process with On The Rebound!  

Product applied.

Add a little diffusing:

VOILA - Look at those bouncy curls!

Apparently taking your selfie in the low-lit bathroom does not produce the highest quality images, but you get the idea!

Thanks again Bed Head by TIGI and BzzAgent!