Pinbusters: Nail Polish Remover

I find a lot of awesome tips & recipes on Pinterest*, but who knows if they really work? I've decided to make a series called "Pinbusters" (ever seen the show Mythbusters?--I know, I'm clever) to let you know what really works! 
*and around the web...this is one I Googled tips for, but GoogleandPinbusters doesn't sound as cool.

This one was sparked because a male friend (who wishes to remain anonymous) got his toenails painted. I tried to help him get it off, but there was no polish remover in his house so we got creative.

FYI: These ideas were all found on google in various locations--we just wrote them down and most were found on sites like ask.com and sites where I could not find authentic/original credit. 

Here are our results. 
1. Hand sanitizer.     -We didn't have much faith in this one, but even     
     letting it soak a bit didn't get anything off. 
2. Hydrogen Peroxide.
    -This one seemed a little more promising. Used a
     cotton ball just like normal remover. Nope again.
3. Rubbing Alcohol.
    -I really had faith in this one. Used a cotton ball.
     I wouldn't call this one totally busted. However,
     it took far too much effort for barely any to come
     off--not worth it. Plus there was a strong
     warning about how drying it could be, so I
     wouldn't risk it--especially on finger nails.   
4. Vinegar & Olive Oil.
    -Yes, it smelled awful. Unsurprisingly, it didn't
     work.  After the failed attempt we went back to
     see what may have gone wrong...this method
     was designed for use on wooden surfaces! haha
5. Nail Polish Remover.
    -Finally! Something that worked...a day later. 

As much as we worry about chemicals around, sometimes nothing works better than the product that was made for it.  

It's official, this "pin" is *busted.* 

Nail Polish of the Week (5): Power Pink

I found this nail polish and it reminded me of spring...but it's a lot brighter on my nails than in the bottle.  That's ok, I still like it. 

Sources: flower : Eiffel Tower : cupcakes (unknown) : shoes

Nail Polish of the Week (4): French Pink Shimmer

I decided to go a little more natural this week and used this: 

I love how it turned out, you can barely tell I'm wearing any, but it adds the perfect amount of color so my nails look fabulous. 


Inspiration:

Sources: yarn : girl : flower : piano

Nail Polish of the Week (3): Spring Mix

This week I decided to go for a little spring mix of colors.  I used Mellow Yellow, Sun Kissed, and a pink that I cannot find a name on.  Then I painted a silver stripe down each one. 

I ended up painting two silver stripes on my thumbs, but after this picture was taken. 

Sources: Flowers : Peeps : Painting : Dress


These colors together make me think of sunshine and springtime...I cannot wait for the snow and cold to go away. 

Nail Polish of the Week (2): Spark in My Mistletoe

It has a very holiday-esque name, which I love (: 

(I have a problem where I bite my nails...it needs to stop)

Also, if you're wondering, I did paint one nail plain red.

Sources: 
Rose : Dress : Feather : Shoe 

Nail Polish of the Week (1): Mellow Yellow

I have a lot of nail polish and whenever I find a new shade I like, I just have to add to my collection! So I decided that it was probably a good idea to start keeping up with what shades I wear so I make sure I'm getting use out of all of them. 


Today I'm wearing a brand-new color, Mellow Yellow...I love it, very spring-y (: 

I've also decided to do little inspiration boards for each color/design. 

Sources: 
Shoes : Bathroom : Umbrellas : Tulips

Summer please come SOON.