Review of more gorgeous Mont Bleu goodies!

Hello lovelies,

I've had another package from Czech company Mont Bleu which offers many items including crystal nail files, mirrors etc, all decorated with Swarovski crystals. This is what I've received:

The first product I've got is Shamballa bracalet with peach pink beads. It's very pretty but I'm not very much into it as it's not my style. But it will make a very nice gift :) Here's a little bit more about it from Mont Bleu website:

"Shamballa bracelets made with Swarovski crystal pearls are a perfect everyday jewelry with a touch of luxury. Stunning simplicity and glamorous vintage effect of pearls come as one chic bracelet.
Shamballa bracelets are made with waxed cord tied in knots using macramé technique. You can easily adjust the size of the bracelet, making sure it will fit nicely on your wrist. The bracelets are presented in leatherette box."


Another product is Bag Hanger Sun Yellow - I feel like they have read my mind, I was just looking for a handbag holder! This one is so sparkly under the light or in the sunlight, I love the Swarovski Elements crystals! The hanger feels sturdy and well made. I've already tested it and it works very well. The other side of the hanger has a velvet surface so it does not slip from the table.

Next up is a crystal nail file from their Crystal line. I've already received and tested their nail files perviously and I am still very happy. They are very fine so I use them at the end of filing my nails to seal and clean the edges so I don't get any splitting. The nail file is again beautifully decorated with crystals and the handle has gradient colour.

I've also received a business card holder which is perfect for my new business/blog cards! There are pretty black, pink and silver crystal on it and it has a velvet lining inside. I don't really know what else to say other that that it's just perfect and I will be using it from now on.

So which product is your favourite? Mine has to be the bag hanger, I really like it. I also can't fault the nail files which I use regularly and are my favourite! If you'd like to buy anything from Mont Bleu e-shop you can use discount code BLOG20 for 20% discount.

*These products were sent to me for a review

Review of manicure & pedicure products by Tweezerman

Hello lovelies,

some time ago I have applied for Tweezerman Ambassador Programme and I have gotten these goodies to review. I've been testing them for a while and now I'm ready to tell you what I think...

All products came in handy black pouch with white Tweezerman logo. There are multiple pockets inside that can easily contain all possible tools you'll need for your manicure and pedicure. 

The first products in the pouch are emery boards. These have different grains (150/220, 100/180 and 100/180)They are not too rough so are good for my natural nails. I use them to file down my nails just before I finish the edges with glass nail file.

The next tool is for feet and heels. It has a good ergonomic wooden handle and two different salt grains. I really liked the rougher side for my heels, it does the job of exfoliating dead and hard skin of the feet very well.  The whole product feels really heavy and well-made.

Next up are clippers - I don't how about you but I prefer to use nail scissors for both hands and feet. So I gave the two clippers to my boyfriend for testing. I just want to point out that they have cute 'Satin Etched' zebra print on them contrasting with the shiny steel finish.

He told me that he liked the bigger clippers for his toenails and the smaller ones for his nails. He also complimented that they were really sharp and well-made. I can tell that too, they feel heavy and robust. I have had quite a few cheap clippers in my hands and the difference is significant.

Then we've got cuticle nippers here. I can't believe I could live such a long time without cuticle nippers! They are great for cutting hangnails which I get very often. Up until  now I used to use a nail file to get rid of them but it's not the best way. The nippers are also stainless steel and well-made and very, very sharp! They also have the cute zebra print so thumbs up.

Another tool I have here is Ingrown Toenails File. It looks little bit like a saw :) I have used it on myself. As far as I understand it you use the smaller end to kinda get under the nail and then you go in with the saw-like end and file the nail off where it tends to grow in. The saw-like end is quite sharp when used on nails even though it feels blunt on touch.The handle has rubber parts to ensure good grip without slipping.

Next up is a Pushy and Nail Cleaner, cuticle tool which I love! The smaller end (at the bottom of the pic) is great for cleaning out dirt from underneath the nails. I use the other end for scraping off dead cuticle skin  around the nail when I use the Blue Cross Cuticle remover. As it's made from steel it's hard so be careful and don't put a lot of pressure on the tool or you might scratch your nails.

I like close-ups :))

Ok, so I'm sure all of you know that Tweezerman does make great quality stainless steel tools right? So I don't have to go on and on again about how much I liked the products. I honestly can't fault them in any way, they are just great. What I really liked is the selection of tools I got to try and I found some tools I never want to be without...yes, I'm talking about the cuticle nippers and the Pushy and Nail Cleaner.

Tweezerman products can be purchased online at tweezerman.com or at tweezerman.co.uk, LookFantastic.com,  FeelUnique.com or at shops. Use store locator at the top of the Tweezerman website for more.

*These were provided for a review

China Glaze Galactic Gray from the Hologlam collection and freehand lace (pic heavy)

Hello lovelies,

Fancy some more holographic polishes today? I've got one of the new China Glaze Hologlams here (more coming ;) glammed up with freehand white lace nail art. This post is quite picture heavy as it also includes review and swatches of the Galactic Gray alone so please click on the Read more link ;)

Mont Bleu products - nail files, earrings, tweezers, pen!

Hello lovelies,

I got few more beautiful goodies from Mont Bleu, Czech producer of glass and crystal jewellery, nail files and other products that they decorate either with Swarovski crystals or hand paint. It was a surprise package that I got just after Christmas and I want to show you what I got.

You can check out a proper thorough review of the nail files that I've done a while ago HERE. I still use the files every time I do a manicure and they are still perfect!

This nail file has rounded ends and has very fine 'grain'. I will be using it at the end of filing my nails to 'seal' the edges so my nails don't split. Since I started to use glass nail filed at the end of filing my nails I had no splits so it worked for me.

Official description: Glass nail file hand decorated with crystals “Waterfall Clear - Blue”. Length 135mm (5.32 inches). Made with SWAROVSKI® ELEMENTS.

This next item was very thoughtful because I got nail file with my star sign - Libra :) I think I might gift this one to my mom as she's Libra too. It is the same quality as the previous nail file and it has one clear crystal at the top. The handle is something like clear smooth rubbery plastic, don't really know how else to explain it :)





Then I got these gorgeous little earrings that I absolutely adore and I've been wearing them since. They change colour on the facets depending on an angle. I've tried to capture it in the photographs below.  The crystals are again Swarovski. I've browsed their earrings range and some of them are really nice and also inexpensive.

Official description: Austrian Crystal earrings "Crystal Vitrail Medium", covered with hypo allergic metal, crystal size: 6mm/0.24 inches. 

Mont Bleu also produces decorated pens. This one is matte black, nice slim and sleek with big turquoise crystal on top.

Official description: Black automatic ball pen, decorated with turquoise Swarovski Elements. Changeable refill. Size: 13cm/5.11 inches.

And last but not least - stainless steel tweezers. I got these cute tweezers with pink crystals that came in black velvet case. I've already tried them and they work great. I usually use my Tweezerman tweezers but to be honest I like these very much!

Official description: Tweezers hand decorated with Swarovski crystals. Slanted tip for perfect eyebrow shape. Made from stainless steel.

 

If you'd like to check out Mont Bleu products visit their e-shop, I have only great experiences with them. There is a discount code BLOG that is still active so don't forget to enter it and save yourself some money.

*These products were sent to me by the manufacturer

Review of Mont Bleu Glass files decorated with Swarovski crystals

Hello lovelies,

Today I will review glass nail files from Mont Bleu. Month Bleu is a Czech company that produces not only nail files but also tweezers, nail scissors, bag holders, mirrors and much more, all beautifully decorated with Swarovski crystals, semi-precious stones and hand painted.

I use glass files regularly but up until now I've always used cheap ones that don't last very long (even they should last). Mont Bleu nail files are a different league - they are created from tempered glass. They are very sturdy and have this luxurious feel about them. They also come in a black velvet pouch.

They are super smooth yet they file very efficiently. I use them especially at the end of the filing to smooth the edges and prevent nail splitting.

I absolutely adore these nail files, the Swarovski crystals decoration is so pretty! Mont Bleu produces a lot of different colours and patterns so anyone can find their prettiest nail file!

Lol can you tell how I adore them? I made tons of pictures but selected just few so I wouldn't make the post too picture heavy :)

You can check out Mont Bleu nail files at their website and at their e-shop. Lovely people at Mont Bleu offered a 20% discount on all items (except already discounted ones)! Just use discount code BLOG

*These were sent to me for a review. I've expressed my honest opinion.