Today I’m finally testing Solstice Scents Blackburns Parlor (Notes:Vanilla Waffle Bowl, Vanilla & Chocolate Ice Creams, Sliced Bananas Smothered In Caramel Sauce). When I first received this scent, the banana smell in the vial scared the crap out of me. It was cloying and artificial banana candy. It’s sat for months staring at me. I was finally feeling adventurous enough to test it out at home today. And I feel a little silly because it’s so nice on my skin! I don’t know if aging a bit has helped or if it would have played nice from the get go. As soon as it hits my skin the vanilla waffle bowl blooms beautifully. It’s smooth creamy vanilla, with a caramel banana background. It’s not artificial at all, and works really REALLY well. Sleeper hit but I’m glad I finally got around to trying this one out! If the banana note here scares you, give it a try on your skin. It makes a world of difference.

I’m also wearing Dam Polish Don’t go in there, it’s haunted AF on my nails from the July PPU. This is a really pretty light blue base with a dense gold pink shimmer. It’s SOOOO sheer though, I wish I had put a solid base on first. I put 4 coats and it’s still incredibly sheer, I can see my nail line right through it. Lesson learned for next time!