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I originally had this listed for sale, but the NBers over on Makeup Alley told me to hang on to it since it’s HTF.  I’m glad I decided to!  Believe it or not, I’ve had this polish for at least a year or more, and this is the first time I ever wore it!  It’s a nice, deep and rich chocolate that seems to have gold micro-shimmer to it.  Definitely a keeper, and I’m glad it works well with my skintone!  If you don’t have it and can find it for a good price, grab it!

Product: 5 of 5
Packaging: 5 of 5
Quality: 5 of 5
Price: 5 of 5
Overall: 5 of 5
Would I repurchase? I already have, and I’ll continue to unless I ever find something I like more!

::: The Product :::
Maybelline The Falsies was originally released in the UK before it made its appearance in the USA.  I was intrigued by reviews I saw on Makeup Alley, but I never thought much about trying it until I finally saw it in the store.

The Falsies is supposed to give you the look of more lashes by building 8x more volume without clumping.  The spoon brush and flexible wand is supposed to help give 300% more visible lashes.  The Pro-Keratin and Fibre enriched formula is designed to deliver immediate results, distributing volume and visible intensity to your lashes.

The Falsies is available in both washable and waterproof formulas in blackest black, very black, and brownish black.  The tube is very much like that of Colossal, except the tube is purple with teal writing.  Each tube measures about 0.85x 2.75x 5.65 (LxWxH), and holds approximately 0.25 oz. of product.  This mascara is safe for contact lens wearers, and is ophthalmologist tested.

::: Ingredients :::
Aqua/water, paraffin, potassium cetyl phosphate, cera alba/beeswax, cera carnauba/carnauba wax, acacia senegal/acacia senegal gum, glycerin, cetyl alcohol, acrylates copolymer, hydroxyethylcellulose PEG/PPG-17/18 dimethicone, steareth-20, phenoxyethanol, hydrolyzed corn starch, caprylyl glycol, sodium polymethacrylate, sodium dehydroacetate, hydrogenated jojoba oil, hydrogenated palm oil, simethicone, rayon, disodium edta, arginine, serine, glutamic acid, 2-oleamido-1, 3-octadecanediol, silica, panthenol

::: My Experience :::
I had tried Cover Girl Lash Blast, and it wasn’t horrible, but it wasn’t until I repurchased it that I liked it.  Then I tested out my Maybelline Colossal again, and that was all she wrote… Until I found this!

Maybelline The Falsies was originally released in the UK before it made its appearance in the USA.  I was intrigued by reviews I saw on Makeup Alley, but I never thought much about trying it until I finally saw it in the store.  It seems I’ve always had better luck with Maybelline over other brands, so I’m glad this didn’t disappoint me!

Let me say, I never have issues with flaking for the most part.  And I’ve never had raccoon eyes because of a liner or mascara.  Maybe I’m in the minority of women because of that, but it just rarely ever happens to me.  And I never really have issues with my mascara running all over my face if I cry either… So, that being said, let’s move on!

This is a very wet mascara, so for the first week or so of using it, I have to take off any excess mascara before applying it.  I normally curl my lashes first, and then use the inside of the “spoon” to apply it.  To get even more of my lashes to come out and play, I go back over my lashes with the side of the brush, or the “back” of the brush.  Practice makes perfect with this mascara, but if you’re good at tricky wands (i.e. Givenchy Phenomen’Eyes and L’Oreal Telescopic Explosion), then you’ll be okay.

I end up with natural looking long lashes, so the false lashes effect isn’t insanely dramatic on me.  While I do have naturally long, curly lashes, they are sparse and stubborn.  Growing down, in, out and every which way but the right is normal for them.  I don’t have clumping issues, and it’s not insanely hard to get off at night.  I generally just use my face wash without any makeup remover, and it’s all gone!

::: Overall :::
If you have the time and patience to learn this mascara, then don’t hesitate!  I’ve never been one for layering lengthening and volumizing mascara, and I get both with this one.  I have naturally sparse lashes that look long and lush!  I’ll most definitely keep purchasing this, and I’ve already gotten one friend to convert to it from her CG Lash Blast!  (If you prefer drier mascaras, then try the new Lancôme mascara… I can’t remember the name of it, but Julia Roberts advertises it… The Lancôme MA told me it’s just like Maybelline The Falsies!)

Disclosure: This product was purchased by me from a local store. For more information, please view my Disclosure Policy.

I had the biggest lemming for OPI My Throne for a Cranberry Scone, and I finally snagged one from a sale… Talk about a happy woman!  It’s the perfect berry cream that can be worn year round and fit every season.  It applied perfectly in just two coats, and if you’re good about it, you might be able to get away with one thick coat.  I love it, and I think it’s time to invest in my first back-up!

And, as a special bonus, you get to see my 5 year old daughter’s NOTD!  She did her nails herself, and immediately asked me to “take a picture to put on the internet.”  LOL!  How cute is that?!  She used LA Colors Color Craze in BCC, and wanted to layer Maybelline Silver Spells over it (chunky glitter), but I didn’t let her.  Next time!  I should start getting OPI minis for her!

I prefer a minimum order of $10.00, and please feel free to make reasonable offers. I may also list other colors, and possibly even some miscellaneous cosmetics. Pictures can be taken of all items by request.

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Polishes are alphabetically listed by brand. Unless noted, all polishes are BN, have only been swatched, or have been used no more than 2x.

$1.00 EACH
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Confetti Moonstruck
French Colors Acid
LA Colors Color Craze – BCC
LA Girls Dance Studio
Love My Nails All That
Love My Nails Dazzling
NYC Starry Silver Glitter
Petites Periwinkle (purple)
SH Marble Crème (New Lengths – x2)
SH Craze Frost (Hard as Nails)
SH Tailored Crème (Hard as Nails)
SH Blue Chip Frost (New Lengths)
SH Opulent Frost (Hard as Nails)
SH Lucky Crème (Hard as Nails)
SH Black Out
SH Lime Lights
SH Wild Life
Goldie Gold 17
Goldie Hot Pink 1
Goldie Pink 16
Goldie Pink 5
Goldie Purple 17
Goldie Rose 7
Goldie Rose 9
Goldie Taupe 21

$2.00 EACH
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ChG Sweet Cream Pink (75%)
ChG Your Touch (75%)
Color Paw Starry Night
Max Factor Momentum Moss
Maybelline Bronze Aluminum
Maybelline Clearly In Love
Maybelline Diva Gold
Maybelline Goody Plum Drop
Maybelline Pie In The Sky
Maybelline Pop Star Pink
Maybelline Rhinestone Pink
Maybelline Silver Spells
Maybelline Sweetie Pie
NYX Shell
Revlon Grey Suede
Revlon Lilac Pastelle
Revlon Minted
Revlon Moody (SW)
Revlon Peach Petal
SH Black Diamond
SH Diamonds

$3.00 EACH
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Chi In Between The Sheets
Essie Barbados Blue
Essie Potato Fields
OPI Malaysian Mist (75%)
OPI Sweet Heart (75%)
Orly Gold Rush
Orly Quite Contrary Berry (75%)

$4.00 EACH
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OPI All Lacquered Up
OPI Apple Of My Eye
OPI Boot Hill-a Vanilla
OPI Charged Up Cherry (OF)
OPI Cheery Cherry
OPI Cozu-melted In The Sun (OF)
OPI Crepes Suzi-ette
OPI Espresso Your Style!
OPI Fair Dinkum Pinkum
OPI Holy Pink Pagoda!
OPI How To Jamaica Million (OF)
OPI I’m Not Really A Waitress
OPI Jewel Of India
OPI Koala Bear-y
OPI Log On To Love
OPI Mauving To Manitoba
OPI Melon of Troy
OPI Merry Holly-Days!
OPI Mod-ern Girl
OPI Nice Color, Eh?
OPI Pink-ing Of You
OPI Royal Flush Blush
OPI SoHo Nice To Meet You (OF)
OPI Stars In My Eyes
OPI The More The Berrier (OF)
OPI Tijuana Dance?
SpaRitual She’s A River
Zoya Charlize
Zoya Harmonie
Zoya Tangy

TREATMENTS
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SH No Chip Acrylic Top Coat $1
Avon Pearl Shine $2
ChG Flat Top Matte Finish $2
SH Insta-Dri Speed Dry Drops $3

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The ancient system of palm-reading is based on Vedic wisdom from India. According to this system, the lines in our palms, as well as the shape of our hands, fingers, and fingernails reveals something about our personalities and can also tell us about our relationships with others.

Fingernails are an especially significant feature of the hand, as they are nature’s way of protecting the nerve endings. Nails reflect your stamina and ability to cope with stress, so the condition of your nails may indicate the degree to which the state of your nervous system affects your relationships.

Find out what the shape of your fingernails may tell about who you are and how you relate:

Broad Nails
You are open-minded, tolerant, and relaxed. You have an easygoing nature capable of absorbing stress. Broad nails denote a healthy nervous system and physical vitality. You have good circulation; you are resourceful and optimistic in your approach to life. You believe in extending yourself to others unconditionally. Just be careful not to exhaust yourself. You have a tendency to go to extremes; you accept all that life has to offer with enthusiasm, and also good-naturedly take on all that others ask of you.

Long, Narrow Nails
These speak of grace, refinement, and a strong aesthetic sense. You may be idealistic in your desire for the perfect relationship. You need to develop more tolerance and patience regarding your expectations of others.

Generally, this nail will be seen in conjunction with fine texture on the hand. Often you will gravitate toward professions that do not require strenuous physical exertion, and that give your aesthetic sense full expression.

Flared Nails
You have an extremely analytical nature. You often have the same desire to share and accomplish as does the broad-nail type. However, the short length of the nail and its narrow base suggest that you lack the nervous resistance to carry out your actions in a calm, relaxed manner. You may become nervous over slight disagreements. You can be easily upset, defensive, and prone to nervous strain. Your high-strung nature makes you vulnerable to all sorts of anxieties and impatient outbursts, which exhaust you.

Your energy can best be exercised in research activities or other detailed work. Avoid being overcritical. You need to curb the tendency to find faults in your partner, which can place a strain on your relationship.

Short Nails
You may have an extremely nervous disposition that is prone to temperamental and unpredictable behavior. You are analytical, with a tendency toward perfectionism. You can easily become intolerant of those who fail to measure up to your critical standards.

Guard against losing your cool during disagreements and learn to see things from a larger perspective. If you are too fastidious, you may annoy your partner.

Bitten Nails
These indicate that you have a nervous temperament. Biting your nails destroys the very armor that protects your nervous system. Learn to recognize what triggers this habit and find a harmless alternative for relieving tension: for example, counting to ten, deep breathing, or drinking a tall glass of water. Such a diversion may give you the time to calm down and perceive your situation more clearly.

via Annie B. Bond of Care2

So, I like this… But I’m not sure how much.  Swept Off My Feet is from Essie’s 2009 Fall Collection.  I’d describe it as a dusty rose/mauve color.  It took three coats to get this as opaque as it is.  Essie seems so hit and miss with  how opaque a color is in just two coats.  However, so I love the brand and I can’t wait to get my Fall 2010 colors!  Yay!

08/24/2010 – Essie Lacquered Up

A nice vibrant red.  It’s a true red that didn’t seem to lean more orange or more blue.  I like it!  I had slight VNL with two coats, but nothing horribly noticeable.

08/25/2010 – OPI Baguette Me Not

A muted salmon… Soft, but not as coral or pink as my pic might make it look.  Slight VNL with two coats.  Definitely a fall color IMHO, which is okay because I’m ready for fall!

(Gah!  The spacing on this theme is killing me!  I either need to fix it, or make a new one!)

Confetti Moonstruck vs ChG Channelesque

Okay, in the bottle, they look almost identical.  However, when applied Confetti pulls more brown than Channelesque, and you need at least two thick coats or maybe four thin coats to equal Channelesque.  However, I’d recommend it as a close dupe.

Petites Periwinkle vs Maybelline Hip Huggers

Maybelline Hip Huggers tends to have a bit more blue to it and is darker.  I think if you added a smidgen of dark blue to Periwinkle, you’d have a good dupe!

Petites Vintage Gray vs Color Club High Society

Color Club High Society has more of a brown/taupe look to it, where as Petites Vintage Gray is definitely grey.  Not the best of dupes… And I tested Petites against CC Who Are You Wearing, and it’s darker.

Granted, they’re not the best pictures, but I have no idea where I put my lightbox!  I might just have to make a new one…