Nestled in a bungalow on 17th Avenue SW in Calgary, you’ll find Esme. What attracted me to this beauty bar was their Instagram - they always have fun pots and advertise sales!

7 day wear nail polish, that doesn't need a lamp or other special tools to set? Yes please! I don't know what it is, but I LOVE NAIL POLISH! It's one of those things that just having my nails done makes me feel like a superstar. I love shellac polish (when I can treat myself), and although I have a gel nail polish set with an LED light, I can't always commit to a whole hour process of getting my nails done, which is why this product is so revolutionary. Before we begin, my nail needs:

Nail shape: Oval
Nail strength: average strength
Wear/tare: I'm a mama, I must wash my hands 1 million times a day and of course doing tons of dishes on top of that every day

Disclaimer: These products were generously sent to me for as part of the ChickAdvisor Product Review Club. See my full disclaimer here. Note I received the color "Rose Brocade #173"

This nail polish claims to last 1 week - chip free with two easy steps. It claims to do this with exposure to natural light, that activates the patent-pending ProLight Technology to set the polish. All you need to do is apply the color, and then apply the top coat. As with all long-wear polish it's recommended you cap the tips of your nails with both the color and the top coat. 

I really put this polish (color: Rose Brocade #173) to the test. I am constantly washing my hands all day long and of course doing dishes. I typically wear gloves washing dishes but while trying this polish combo I decided to forgo using gloves to see how the polish would last. 

I have to say the polish applied great - all you need is two coats and a top coat. I found that it dried and set quickly. Below are the results of how the polish wore for the full 7 days. I was impressed that after 7 days the polish did still look very shiny, but as you can see, by day 7, only my pinky finger was chip free. I have to admit we did have quite a few cloudy days over the past week, and rain so I wasn't able to spend too much time in the sun. That may have impacted how the polish wore since you need natural light  to "cure" it.

​Even though I had a major chip by day 5, I still found this polish wore better than regular nail polish. After 5 days after the abuse my poor hands take I'm impressed at how it looked in the end. Overall, I would repurchase this product.

Have you tried CND Vinylux Weekly Polish? Comment below!

Much of the skincare we use on a daily basis contains many ingredients - most of which I can't pronounce and couldn't tell you what they really are. One US study found one in eight of the 80,000+ chemicals used in personal care products are industrial chemicals that include carcinogens. See more details here. That's some pretty scary stuff, which was I was excited to try some skincare with ingredients that are good for your skin and your body. Before we begin, a little about my skincare needs:

​Facts about my skin:
Skin tone: Olive tone
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
Problems: Occasional breakouts on the chin and cheeks, acne scars, large pores in the t-zone, an oily t-zone, and the odd wrinkle

Disclaimer: These products were generously sent to me for review. See my full disclaimer here.

Last year, Aveeno introduced the Aveeno Fresh Essential Line. The main ingredient found in the line is southernwood - a plant with antioxidant properties that claims to restore the skin’s moisture barrier for fresher and healthier-looking skin. The line includes a daily SPF 30 day cream, a night cream and a daily exfoliating scrub. Before we get into the details, and the giveaway, let's talk about my skin:

Facts about my skin:
Skin tone: Olive tone
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
Problems: Occasional breakouts on the chin and cheeks, acne scars, large pores in the t-zone, an oily t-zone, and the odd wrinkle

Disclaimer: These Avenno products were generously sent me this scrub for review. See my full disclaimer here.

Flawless skin - isn't that what we all want when we apply foundation? Smashbox created a BB Water product that is a very liquid foundation - their Camera Ready BB Water Broad Spectrum SPF 30. You may remember I tried their BB Cream for Eyes a few year ago (see that review here). Before we begin, first about my foundation needs:

Foundation Needs:
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
What needs covering: dark spots, uneven texture, discoloration
MAC Foundation Color (as a compare): NC30

Yes, yes more skincare this week! You'll remember that I tried the Malin + Goetz Cleanser on my previous post - I also tried their resurfacing glycolic pads. Apart from a good cleanser, I believe that a good exfoliant is a must have for my skin. And I love my acid peels! First a quick recap on my skin.

Facts about my skin:
Skin tone: Olive tone
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
Problems: Occasional breakouts on the chin and cheeks, acne scars, large pores in the t-zone, an oily t-zone, and the odd wrinkle

I'm a skincare junkie, I've said it. I love trying new skincare to see what's out there and always on the hunt for anything that will improve my skin. Out of my entire skincare regimen, I believe cleansers are the most important product. If you don't have clean canvas to begin with, what's the point? So let's begin! First, what am I dealing with?

Facts about my skin:
Skin tone: Olive tone
Skin type: Oily and acne prone
Problems: Occasional breakouts on the chin and cheeks, acne scars, large pores in the t-zone, an oily t-zone, and the odd wrinkle

I'm drying to a crisp here in Calgary, Canada. Yes, it's summer here, but we don't have any sort of humid summers, we have hot (this year seems hotter than usual!) dry summers. So although I think my poor dry skin will get a break from the harsh winters - not the case here! So what's a girl to do? Welcome Jealous Grapeseed + Macadamia Coffee Scrub.

Facts about my skin in the summer:
Texture: Can get rough, especially my feet, elbows, and hands
Skin Type: dry - I need to moisture with no exceptions!

Disclaimer: Jealous Body Scrub generously sent me this scrub for review. See my full disclaimer here.

Mascara is one of those makeup products that can either make or break a look. In my latest mascara adventures I decided to try the new Rimmel Wonder'lash Mascara. Before we get started, a bit about my mascara needs:

Facts about my eyes:
Size: Medium
Shape: Almond
Color: Brown
Type: Hooded (and I mean hooooded)
Lashes: Medium length, straight

A good body scrub can make all the difference between rough skin and baby smooth skin. With another harsh dry winter in Canada my skin is in dire need of exfoliation and hydration. - and with Jealous being a Canadian company - they know how bad our winters can be! I was fortunate enough to be able to try the Jealous Body Scrub. The scrub is available online - and they ship to Canada and US for free! First a little bit about my skin:

Facts about my skin:
Skin conditions: Cellulite
Skin type: dry (because of winter)

Disclaimer: Jealous Body Scrub generously sent me this scrub for review. See my full disclaimer here.