Pretty & Polished - Algebraic Addition Collection

Guess what releases on April 1?!  And this is no April Fools joke, it's the Pretty & Polished Algebraic Addition Collection!!!  Unfortunately, I don't watch Adventure Time, but after looking up all of these silly names and pictures, I feel like I need to check this show out!!  So if you are like me and don't know as much about the show, I included pictures to help show what the polishes were inspired after! :-)  I think Chels, the owner, did a fantastic job bringing this show based collection to life!  It is on Cartoon Network on Monday's at 6:30 p.m. (not sure what time zone that is) and you can find out more about the characters HERE!

Photo Credit: http://upgifting.com/media/catalog/product/cache/2/thumbnail/300x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/a/d/adventure-time_1_1.png

You can purchase Pretty & Polished on Etsy or Pretty & Polished on My Shopify. You can also find out more information, upcoming collection information, along with swatches on Pretty & Polished - Facebook, on Twitter @prettynpolish, on Instagram @prettyandpolishd and at http://www.prettynpolish.com/. I highly recommend taking a look around, as Pretty & Polished always has awesome creations and an amazing formula!

So this will be a large post!!  Are you ready?!  Up first, we have Candy Reign.

For Candy Reign, I used 2 coats with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.

Chels describes it: The Candy Kingdom is the place to be in the Land of Ooo! You will find all sorts of sweet treats and pretty colors in the Candy Kingdom as well as in our polish "Candy Reign". Feast your eyes on a light pink creme packed with sweet neons and fun shapes!

Candy Kingdom:

Photo Credit: http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120827084007/adventuretimewithfinnandjake/images/0/0b/P_027.png

Close up!  Love that shimmer and all the fun glitters!

Next, we have Watch it in CD!

For this mani, I started with two coats of  OPI Rumble's Wiggin'.

I added one coat of Watch it in CD with Wicked Fast top coat by Cult Nails.

Chels describes it: Watch it in CD is a gorgeous glitter polish packed full of the most beautiful pink and purple glitters and looks just like the Crystal Dimension! The perfect full coverage glitter for any Adventure Time fan!

Crystal Dimension:

Photo Credit: http://images2.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20101202021860/adventuretimewithfinnandjake/images/c/c3/Crystal_Dimension.jpg

This is such a gorgeous glitter mix!

Close up!

Next is Whatevers 2009.

For this mani, I used 2 coats of Whatevers 2009 with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.

Chels describes it: In case you are planning a trip to Lumpy Space you may want to remember the name of the polish, "Whatevers 2009". You see, that is the password to gain access to this beautiful purple kingdom. You will find all the gorgeous colors of Lumpy Space packed into this one glorious polish. Purples, blues, greens, and a sprinkling of "Night sky Holo dust".

Lumpy Space:

Photo Credit:  http://images1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20130128055032/adventuretimewithfinnandjake/images/7/72/Lumpy.jpg

Here is a holo pic! (Kitchen lighting)

Close up!  LOVE the star!!

I think this one is my favorite, but it's really hard to choose because they are all great!  This is called 7 Year Lich.

For this mani, I started with two coats of Zoya Dove. 

I then applied 1 coat of 7 Year Lich with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.  I just love how the flakes shine!  They are stunning!  And the black hexes and diamonds, along with the tiny silver hexes are so cool looking together with the flakies!  I love it over the light grey! 

Chels describes it: 7 Year Lich is a dark and somewhat magical polish. At first glance it looks dark and dreary but put it on and you will find it is filled with trickery just like the Lich from Adventure Time!

Here is Lich:

Photo Credit: http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_mefyhcUVfj1rku7zwo1_500.gif

Close up!  See how the flakes reflect the light!?

Next, we have Incinerate My Heart.

For this mani, I used 2 coats of Incinerate My Heart along with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.

Chels describes it: Incinerate My Heart portrays the hot love that Flame Princess once had for Finn. You will find this Hot Orange Jelly polish is filled with fiery glitters in different shapes sizes, and colors.

Here is Finn and Flame Princess.

Photo Credit: http://images.wikia.com/adventuretimewithfinnandjake/images/3/3b/$$$$01AB-Finn_and_Flame_princess_love_pic.png

Close up!

Next up, we have Pep in your Step.  This one coat, which I kind liked how it looked!!  With some top coat, I would totally wear it this way!

Here is two coats of Pep in your Step with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.  This just is such a creamy white!! I love it with the red.

Chels describes it: Pep in your Step is a fun and charming polish based off of Princess Bubblegum's little helper, Peppermint Butler. You will find it to be a smooth white creme base full of sweet peppermint goodness!

Here is Peppermint Butler.


Photo Credit: http://www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=22403781

Close up!

Here is The Big Squeeze.  This is one coat again, which is great coverage for a yellow!

And then I applied a second coat along with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.  What a fun and bright yellow!!! 

Chels describes it: The Big Squeeze is a brightly colored polish based off of the sour Duke from Adventure Time, Lemongrab. You will find this bright yellow creme is filled with brighter yellow glitters and a dash of white.

Here is Lemongrab.

Photo Credit: http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lulkyfdPUy1qzctxeo1_500.gif

I love the white and yellow glitters in this too! It definitely reminds me of a lemon!

Close up!

Last, but not least, to wrap up the collection, this is House of Heroes.

I started this mani with 2 coats of OPI Stranger Tides.

I added a coat of House of Heroes with Clearly on Top by KBShimmer.  This is my first rectangular glitter polish and it is SO funky!  In a good way, of course, I love it!

Chels describes it: House of Heroes is definitely a fun place to be discover Finn and Jake's world of wonder in this polish. Reminiscent of their home, the Tree Fort. You will find a range of "Tree Fort Colors" as well as some fun Rectangle shapes all in a clear base!

Here is Tree Fort.

Photo Credit: http://25.media.tumblr.com/9894bbafa29be566ee422484da2f9919/tumblr_mj19ajFB6U1r5wy3zo1_500.gif

Close up!

What a gorgeous and fun collection!  I hope you loved this look at the Algebraic Addition collection by Pretty & Polished!! And in case you missed above, you can purchase Pretty & Polished on Etsy or Pretty & Polished on My Shopify. You can also find out more information, upcoming collection information, along with swatches on Pretty & Polished - Facebook, on Twitter @prettynpolish, on Instagram @prettyandpolishd and at http://www.prettynpolish.com/.


Don't forget, this collection releases on Monday, April 1!  Have a great day!!

Much Love,
Crystal

*These products have been sent to me for review. All thoughts and opinions are that of my own.*

PJ Polish - Ink Inspired Collection

Hello Everyone!! It's Friday!! Anyone have any exciting plans for the weekend!?!  I'll be swatching and hopefully relaxing. I felt better yesterday, so I'm glad my migraine is finally going away!  Part of why I get them is from caffeine, so I usually stay away but had some towards the end of last week and last weekend.  I don't know why if I have too much it causes almost withdrawal if I don't, but then even if I do continue drinking coffee or anything with caffeine, it seems like having it too much will bring the headaches/migraines too!  Oh well, you'd think I'd learn and leave it alone, but it's just SOOOO good and makes me not so tired all the time! haha

Anyway, sorry for that ramble :-D haha Today I am excited to show you a brand that is new to me and I was given the opportunity to review, PJ Polish!! Today I am going to show you her Ink Inspired Collection!  I also included a few pictures of the tattoo that each polish represents!

You can purchase PJ Polish on Etsy at http://www.etsy.com/shop/PJpolish.  You can stay up to date with PJ Polish on Instagram as @jenlynnsnails and for any questions, Kik as @JennyLDG.

This is going to be a picture heavy post, plus I matted a couple too! YUM!

First up, we have Hannya Mask.

Here is an example of a Hannya Mask tattoo.

Photo Credit:  http://www.zhippo.com/TwoKingsTattooingHOSTED/images/gallery/medium/hannya.jpg  

For this mani, I used 2 coats of Hannya Mask with Wicked Fast top coat by Cult Nails.

This is a frosty green base with orange, black, and silver glitters!  It has a gorgeous shimmer to it!

Close up!

Next we have Lotus Flower.

An example of a lotus flower tattoo!  So pretty!

Photo Credit: http://www.tattoodesignsideas.in/uploads/thumbs/t1_Lotus-Flower-Tattoos-atlas-tattoo.jpg  

For this mani, I used 2 coats of Lotus Flower with Wicked Fast top coat.

This white base is so delicate with the tiny little white glitters in it, along with the green and pink glitter.   I love the slight frost to it too!

Close up!

Next we have Dark Fairy.

A Dark Fairy tattoo!

Photo Credit: http://girltattoosdesign.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/wicked-fairy-tattoos.jpg

For this mani, I used 2 coats of Fuggen Ugly by ManGlaze along with 1 coat of Dark Fairy and topped with Wicked Fast.

Love all the glitters in this!  The pink, green, blue, silver, and purple shards!  So beautiful!  And I like the dark grey base with it too!

Close up!

I added a coat of Essie Matte About You!

LOVE how this looks!

Close up!

Next we have Pirate Ship.

An example of a Pirate Ship tattoo.

Photo Credit: http://www.tattooartists.org/Images/FullSize/000232000/Img232161_pirate_ship.jpg

For this mani, I used 2 coats of OPI A-Taupe The Space Needle with 1 coat of Pirate Ship and topped with Wicked Fast.

The gold is holographic!  I love the blue and brown and red together with the gold!  I put the dark brown base with it to complete the Pirate Ship look!

Close up!  Sorry, my Wicked Fast was at it's end and caused bubbles :-(

I added a coat of Essie Matte About You to this one too!  LOVE it SO much!!

Doesn't it look awesome?

Close up!

Next we have Koi Fish.

Here is an example of a Koi Fish tattoo.

Photo Credit: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9BP3uDG5j6mGzRwGpuBrMkst6rQJMzQ1qTV9sk6S8K5bwF2zdD80Fc5Ro7S5_dJapD4YLTHggxD6kk24aNdvRU_2DD5WMVj7NxcCfhITABLkGPg6k1aSTkCFqVMVrbzA2WJBYvOHbe67c/s1600/Koi-fish-tattoo.jpg

For this mani, I used 3 coats of Koi Fish.  Since the jelly is so so glossy, I didn't do a top coat, but do recommend a top coat for extended wear! ;-)

This beauty has blue circle glitter!!  Along with white and orange glitters in the stunning blue jelly base!

Close up!

For fun, I added another coat (4 coats), again with no top coat.  I do see slight visible nail line, so if that bothers you, I recommend layering!  The first one that came to mind was OPI Dating A Russian because it is a slight jelly too, but the blues are a bit different.  I will have to layer it next time to see how it turns out!!

So deep looking, isn't it!?

Close up!

Last but not least, we have Phoenix!

Here is an example of a Phoenix tattoo.  This tattoo is SO cool looking!  Is it supposed to remind me of the one in Harry Potter? 

Photo Credit: http://www.tattoo-designs-tips.com/images/phoenix-tattoo-designs-shoulder.jpg

For this mani, I used 2 coats of Phoenix and no top coat again.  Same as above, a top coat is recommended for increasing the wear of your polish!  However, it's SO glossy because it is a jelly!

It's a red/orange base with gold and blue glitters.  This base is fantastic!! I love how it turned out!!

Close up!  Love that layered glitter!

I hope you enjoyed this post!!  Now I want to get another tattoo after looking at all these online!! haha ;-)  Please check out the shop on Etsy at http://www.etsy.com/shop/PJpolish for today's release of these. You can stay up to date with PJ Polish on Instagram as @jenlynnsnails and for any questions, Kik as @JennyLDG.

Jenny, the owner, let me know that the labels will be changing, so your bottles may look a little different than the ones shown!  She said they weren't stickking as well, so I think it's great that a company takes the time to fix the problem!!  Mine actually have been fine ;-)  Can't wait to see the new look!

Have a fantastic weekend!

Much Love,
Crystal



*These polishes were sent to me for review.  All thoughts and opinions are that of my own.*