NOTD: Caronia Bonanza Tip

I rarely go to salon to have my nails done professionally because:

a. I love doing my own manicure/pedicure because cleaning my nails is somehow a therapy to me.

b. I don't really like how manicure is being done here in the Philippines where they cut the cuticles and sometimes they even cut the skin until it bleeds.

c. I have this uneasy feeling when someone is using lots of tools on me (as that of a dentist).

d. I had a trauma years ago on my right ring finger and though the whole thing was my fault, I don't want to gamble on nail technicians who have the possibility to redo the horrible scenario

e. I would rather spend the money on a nail polish

But then, one day, I was feeling a little iffy about my nails because:

a. I didn't like the way I shaped them,

b. I didn't like the way I put nail polish, and

c. I didn't like the harsh edge on the side of my nails.

So, I decided to spare myself of uneasiness and went to the nearest Reyes Haircutters Salon and let the nail technician do her job.

Surprise surprise, I loved it!

The nail technician was delicate and she didn't hurt me at all. I liked the shape of my nails, hang nails and hard edges are gone.

Also, I think there's really something heartwarming about being in a salon that makes you feel special and a royalty.

Anyways, these are my nails after my visit to salon for a manicure.

Marvellous much indeed!

The nail technician used Caronia Bonanza Tip on my nails and I was so floored of how amazing the color is. This is not actually my first color choice but the nail technician showed this to me and said this would look good on me. She is definitely right.

Caronia Bonanza Tip is a grayish plum with a hint of dirty mauve. It compliments my skin so well and although this is almost like a gray, it doesn't look dull and mature. It looks so chic actually.

A day after my manicure session, I thought of buying my own Caronia Bonanza Tip to add on to my collection. I fell in love with the color so it's nice to have this shade in my stash. Plus, it is only P29.75 at Landmark, Trinoma so it's not so much to spend on. Caronia is pretty much everywhere so if you want to buy this shade, just go to any pharmacy or beauty stores and you can definitely find it there.

Caronia Bonanza Tip

That's it for today. Thanks so much for reading.

Till next time,

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