Saturday, April 23, 2011

Scotch Naturals Water Based Nail Polish

Hello everyone!

Great news for the eco-friendly, self-friendly beauty people out there!

Last Tuesday FIDM hosted a trunk show held by Scotch Naturals: if you love your nails but are worried about all the chemicals contained in common nail polish, here the solution for you:

Water ColorsPolish Remover




A non-toxic, water-based nail polish with a satisfying payoff and its soy-based oily polish remover. 


Now you are thinking: it sounds like a dream, where is the catch? Naturally, being the first of its kind, it still needs to perfected but let me tell you: it's off for a HUGE start! 


What are the CONS?
1. Well, let's be honest: the price! $ 14.99 for a single nail polish is more than expected, but obviously its innovative and safe formula couldn't be marketed for less. Just buy one at time: I am not sure whether the polish dries out like common polish but it's always better to be safe than sorry. 
2. Lighter shades needs multiple coats for a proper pay-off. I bought Heather Blush   and Kiltlifter  : the former needed at least 4 coats to reach its intensity. 


What are the PROS? 


1. It goes one extremely EASY - since it's  very low in viscosity, it facilitates the application even in the corners of your nails. 
2. It dries quickly even after the application of multiple coats: you can do whatever you want after 3 minutes. 
3. It doesn't cheap easily - I have been packing stuff and materials using tape and removing labels and it didn't chip! Obviously, you nails have to be healthy. Sometimes nail polish chips because are actually your nails that are chipping. 
4. It doesn't need top coat: it's very shiny on its own!


As you can see, the pros are more than the cons. Indoor manicures are about to become safer, easier, and less expensive too! 















Saturday, February 19, 2011

Givaudan iPerfumer: technology and fragrance

Givaudan launched iPerfumer, a mobile app designed to provide the consumers with fragrance recommendations!

The application is currently available for iPhone, Android and Facebook.

I can't wait to try it!

If you wish to try it as well, log onto Givaudan and simply download the desired version. :)

Sounds fun...!


Friday, February 18, 2011

Padtech AS: new dispensing systems

Product Showcase - Beauty Packaging Magazine: "Padtech AS, a Norwegian based company has developed and patented a unique single use, packaging and dispensing system for actives including liquids, creams, lotions, gels to ointments and powders. Consumers can apply these actives onto their skin, without getting the active on their fingers"

The end of germophobic concerns or a new way to waste plastic and paper? 

I personally use a cotton swab to use the active creams in jars. On the other hand, the usefulness of this innovative packaging is undeniable: it would definitely add more sophistication and a professional demeanor to salons and SPA.


Thursday, February 17, 2011

Song of the Week


Dj Tiesto RMX: Empty Streets 

The weather is strange in L.A. ... but even if it has been raining, I feel like rave partying on a beach during the summer...

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Wheel of Nutrition Plate

Worried about portions and quantity? Tired of measuring with scales, cups and whatever? Here's the groundbreaking, forward-thinking solution! 


I just wonder what you have to do to be considered "Super Size" ... I want that, look at the proteins and sweets... SOUNDS GOOD!! 
(found on Rui Pereira Product Design)