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04 August, 2012

Just add some sparkle! DB Designer Brands - Paparazzi

You'll recall I said I'd saved my wrinkly old Revlon mani with some layering.  My first choice was going to be a gold glitter when I remembered I'd recently bought an bronze glitter from a local brand I admit I usually ignore. 

I saw DB Paparazzi glistening in the chemist/drugstore stand about a month ago with the promise of a 'New & Improved' formula.  I don't know how the original formula stood up but it was enough for me to give it a go.  Oh yes, the fact it was Limited Edition was what really pushed me over the edge - you know,  that annoying "Buy me or lose me forever!" dialogue was playing in my head.  Paparazzi is a mix of very fine bronze glitter in a sheer base.  I applied one coat and got excellent coverage, finishing with a layer of top coat for a glassy shine.  I was happy with the way the glitter camouflaged the wrinkly base polish and brought my mani back in from the 1990's.  Best of all this lasted the week!

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DB polishes are Formaldehyde and Toluene free.

Until next time.

Vita :)
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8 comments:

  1. SaumyaAugust 4, 2012 at 6:06 PM

    looks pretty .. never tried DB ..

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    1. VitaAugust 5, 2012 at 11:17 AM

      The DB polish performed pretty well for a cheaper brand. The fine glitter made for easier removal too :)

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  2. LarieAugust 5, 2012 at 2:34 AM

    Oh nice! It's all dolled up now - I really like it like this!

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    1. VitaAugust 5, 2012 at 11:19 AM

      Yay! Glad you like this one. Me too! I'd originally planned to wear it only on Sunday to a jazz concert but loved it so much I left it for the week :)

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  3. Liz (Beauty Reductionista)August 6, 2012 at 12:56 AM

    I think this would look stunning over black or some other dark shade as well!

    I like the trick of layering glitter over cremes to make the mani last one week longer. :)

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    1. VitaAugust 6, 2012 at 9:16 PM

      Oooh, over black! Yes that sounds wonderful. I'll file that idea away for a reswatch :)

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  4. M.August 6, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    The glitter looks really nice! I have never heard of the brand though

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    1. VitaAugust 6, 2012 at 9:18 PM

      Thanks :) If you're interested I've seen DB at Price Attack and selected pharmacies.

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