Nails on Fleek - Jamberry

Hey peeps!

So you all have probably heard and seen a lot of buzz around Jamberry. Well me being my usual 2000 and late self, I have only very recently heard of them. I am not the best at painting my nails, most of the time I just don't even bother, so with I saw them on my Facebook news-feed I decided to give them a try. I am a complete novice with this sort of thing. Who better to try them but a beginner right?

For those of you who have no idea what I am talking about Jamberry is a brand which produces nail wrap kits. They have a catalogue which you can choose the styles you would like. You can go for simple, gradient, patterned, or you could choose a few different styles to have a varied look.

So I have given them a try. Well when I said I did, I meant my sister. I realised that I am not in the slightest bit ambidextrous so couldn't even think of a way to put these on my right hand. So I made my new mum of a little sister try them on for size.

Here are my thoughts:

I decided to try the 'Damsel in Distress' set. In the package you get the wraps, instructions, wooden and rubber tools, a file and nail prep wipes. Pretty much everything you would need (except a hair dryer, you need one to soften the sticky back and to bond them to your nails).There are 10 sizes of wrap in each kit and some are big enough to use for your toe nails.

Application: 

Application is pretty simple as long as you follow the instructions. You basically just prepare your nails as you would do if you were about to polish them with regular polish. The only difference is you need to use the nail prep wipes to make sue they are really clean. You then follow the instructions to apply the wraps and your done.

When I placed the first one on my sister, I am pretty sure it took me about 15 minutes to make sure it was on right and stuck. it is important to use the hair dryer and smooth the wrap once you apply it to make sure it sticks will.

I found that when I rushed it (mainly when my nephew started crying) the wrap started to come away from the cuticles. When i took my time, it was absolutely fine.

I did find them pretty fiddly to apply, purely because I was conscious of making sure they were on straight and looked good.

Overall the application was pretty simple and the instructions were a god send.

The look:

I have to say these particular ones were gorgeous. It looks pretty much like shellac once applied as its a little thick but still natural. I made the mistake of putting them too close to the cuticle so it took a lot of effort to make sure they were smoothed properly.

I would choose this particular pattern for an accent nail.

Staying power:

They started to peel a little after a few fours, but i thin that was more to do with the rush job i made than the wraps themselves. I fixed it by using the hair dryer and smoothing around the cuticles again.
After fixing them, they lasted a good couple of days. I have to say that these were days filled with nappy changes, washing dishes and general mum's life antics. These have been considerably put through the ringer. Unfortunately they only really lasted a couple of days, but to be fair they are probably not meant for such rigorous use of hands.

Now if your're like me and live a much simpler life, they will more than likely last you a good week.

Removal:

Removing them was pretty simple. It was just a matter of using the wooden tool, finding an opening and easing off the wrap from the finger. Much more simple than polish remover.

So overall I have to say that I am pretty impressed with these wraps. So much so I will be getting some for the British plus size awards. I really want to try them on my toes, maybe even have an accent nail for my big toe.

I am so skeptical when it comes to these, but have to say I am pretty impressed. They are probably not the most practical when you are a mum, or even someone who has a tendency to pick their polish. My sister found that after a while the parts that lifted caught on her sons hair and clothing (hence the short wear time for a mum), but for us who don't have children to pick p or run after, they are great.

Now if you would like to purchase some, just head over to http://carolinegosling.jamberry.com to check out the huge range. Also show Caroline some love and like her Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/CarolinesJamberrys/?fref=ts

You can get a 10% discount just by say I sent you! Be sure to mention my blog name to get it.

They are definitely worth a try, just because they are so pretty and easy to use. Just make sure you have enough time to do it and pay attention!

Be sure to comment below if you have got them and tag me in pics of them (use my name on Google+ Instagram, twitter and Facebook). Can't wait to see them!

Until next time xx