Jamberry

If any of you follow me on Facebook or Instagram, then you know I am now an Independent Consultant for Jamberry Nails. No worries, I have not quit my day job. This is just a really fun hobby and it certainly helps that I can make some extra income.

Say whhhat?: Jamberry is a company that sells over 300 designs of nail wraps. The wraps are activated by heat and you simply place them on your nail. No more painting nails and these are non-toxic.

How I got started: A co-worker of mine had a set on and I loved the way they looked. They looked as if she had painted the design on herself. I was very interested and brought me a sample to try. I couldn't believe how long the sample stayed on (9 days) so I got online and ordered a set immediately. Once my set arrived, I put them on and LOVED them.  I was a new fan and knew I wanted to share this discovery with others so I signed up to be a consultant.

Does it take a lot of work to be a consultant? Not really. You get as much into it as you put into it. When I first started I just sent out a ton of samples. Many people responded and liked the product too. I've held a few parties since then (all online parties) and they have been very successful. I'm anxious to do my first in house party soon. I think it will be great! I truly love though the idea that people can just do an online party. This helps me target friendships that live out of town. 

Are they expensive? Not at all! That is the best part! One sheet is $15 but you can get 2 sets out of one sheet. The best deal is buy 3, get 1 FREE! The nails last up to two weeks and you never have to worry about paint chipping. Jamberry also sells other hand products and nail polishes so check out their website for more info/prices.

If you are interested or have questions, email me at saraberrynails@gmail.com and I can send you a sample OR just try a set for yourself. Shop my website by clicking here or like my Facebook page by clicking here.

Let me know what you think!

-Sara 

Polished

I'm a little off topic today. Not much of a Davis update over here but if you like painted nails, stick around. So with that said, I like my nails painted. Like serious like. As in, I'm guessing that about 394 days of the year, I'm wearing some sort of nail polish. Since middle school, I can remember painting my nails for fun and it has turned into a constant of mine. Of course I love getting real mani/pedi's at a salon but I just can't afford that especially as fast as I change my mind over colors. But over the years I have discovered that my nails always chip and it drives me crazy. So with years of practice, I feel confident enough to say that I have finally perfected my home nail solutions the best that I believe is possible. It will cost you a little money up front but it totally pays for itself if you paint your nails a lot.

1. I just paint the color I want on. I've used cheap brands and expensive brands. My favorite cheap brand is NYC which runs about $.85-$1.00 at drugstores. They have an assortment of great colors and it goes on really well.

2. The crucial part. I buy Essie's No Chips Ahead for about $7-8. Paint a top coat and let it air dry.

3. Finish it all off with Essie's Good to Go (about the same price as No Chips Ahead). This leaves your nails super shiny and they dry super fast. I've even had students comment about how shiny my nails are. Good observation kiddos!

So far this has been working for me but I'm always open to hear your ways too as I'm sure there are many other ways to go about getting perfectly polished nails. And if you could care less to paint your nails...call me, I'll do it. I find strange satisfaction in a good nail color job. Oh and by the way, I think it drives Todd crazy. The whole painting process he says "stinks" and won't come near me. Sure, that is true but secretly he likes them when they are finished. Right babe?!

Happy Monday! 

-Sara

I'm glowing!

Did anyone notice my beautiful glow from this picture yesterday?

Okay maybe you didn't but now is your chance. Roll with me here.

This past few months all I have heard about is Bare Minerals makeup. In fact my great friends Ashley and Keara wear Bare Minerals so after seeing how natural and wonderful it looks on them, I decided to give it a shot. 

On Friday morning I went to the Bare Escentuals store located in Southpark Mall and let the employees do my makeup for the wedding. They were sooooo friendly, showed me how to apply all the makeup and helped me pick out the best colors to highlight my features which by the way I learned that navy eyeliner works best for me. Never would I ever had thought so before! So, I was sold! I bought the starter kit which comes with your basic brushes and a few other supplies.

I'm on day 3 of doing it myself and I lurrrrrrrve it. I feel as if I have nothing on and the best part is I glow all day long. I'm a new bare minerals fan for sure. In fact I'm a little giddy over all the products in the catalog and have already made a wish list. Plus the products are great for you skin. Win-win!  

I'd say it isn't "cheap" makeup for sure but I do find the prices reasonable. Something my mimi has always told me is to take good care of my skin by using good products because in the long haul it will be worth it. I may coupon many things and skimp out on lots but your skin is serious business and now I'm a believer.

Does anybody else use Bare Escentuals products? If so, do tell your favorites!! 

xo,

Sara (duh...sure hope this wouldn't be Todd)