Review: KIKO Nail Polishes

Hiya everyone! Today I am going to be telling you about my favourite ever nail polishes from KIKO. I very recently discovered KIKO when a new store opened near me and I went to check it out. I had never seen any of their products before and when I walked in it was very bright and colourful. I only picked up nail polishes, but I would love to try some of their other products!

The shades I have are Pastel Blue (385) and Mint (562). 

Sorry for bad quality photo!



If you would like to see these on the website, click here: http://www.kikocosmetics.com/en-gb/make-up/hands/nail-polishes/Nail-Lacquer/p-KM00401001

Now, onto the product. The reason that made me want to look at these in the shop was the fact they come in a huge array of colours, it was so difficult to choose! Luckily, I was kindly given some testing tape to help me! Another great thing about this product is that when I got to the till, I found out they were only £2.50 each. I would have easily paid more for what you get.

When applying the product, the first coat can sometimes be a bit streaky, but when the second is applied, it all comes together to create a beautiful colour. The polish look even better with a top coat (I haven't tried the KIKO one yet, but my favourite atm is Sally Hansen 'No Chip Top Coat.')

The best part about this polishes is the lasting power. With an average polish, it will last about 2 days before chipping. But with the KIKO polish, I can easily go a week before it chips! Also, this product is supposed to harden your nails, but I haven't really tested that out yet.

Overall, if you are looking for a new polish, I strongly recommend you buying some from KIKO because they are the best!

Thank you for reading my blog and please comment anything you would like me to write about.

Speak to you soon,

G

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My Summer Essentials!

Hiya everyone! So its nearly the end of June so I thought it was just about time I wrote my 'Summer Essentials.' I love Summer and it is my fave thing to write about, so I will probably make more Summer posts, like my makeup/hair. I also realised I had not done a clothing post yet on my blog (insert emoji shocked face here!) which is why I am bringing you this post. Everything that I mention in this post can be purchased for as little as Primark prices or as high as Burberry prices, you chose. P.S. I didn't want to post photos of me in the clothes (for privacy reasons) so please don't be annoyed!



Here's my collection! <3

• Bikini Overall

I didn't really know what to call this (it's the pic in top left corner) but basically you put this on when you get out of the pool or on those warm summer evenings out on holiday. No joke, I probably own like five of these because you can wear these with anything and still look really cute. Also, they come in tons of beautiful patterns and styles, you feel like you never have enough!

• Sunglasses

This is such an obvious one, but sunglasses are such an essential! They protect your eyes from the sun and still keep you looking classy! You can get many different styles of frames, but I prefer a cat-eyed style. In the Summer I can never leave the house without a pair on my head!

• Bikinis

Bikinis may not be everyone's cup of tea, getting your body out, but when the sun's out they ensure you don't roast in a swimming costume. I adore buying new ones and painting my toenails to match! Bikinis also come in lots of shapes to fit your body shape,.

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• Shorts

In the Summer, I will always wear a pair of shorts to cool me down. I love to wear ripped denim shorts and a white vest top for a boho look, but pastel coloured shorts are cute too! This is my statement look for this time of year, what about you?

• Sandals

Not forgetting the feet, I also love wearing a cool pair of sandals or flip flops in the Summer. I am really loving my holographic ones in the photo, and the black and gold ones too. Don't forget to paint your toenails too! <3

Congratulations for making it to the end of the post! Take a deep breath...

Also if you have Instagram (I mean who doesn't?!?) then why don't you follow me there @Graciepastelpink, *smirks at sneaky self-promo*

Thanks for putting up with me being really crazy this post, and watch out for summer posts from me.

TTYL,

G

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