Olive and June is a popular brand that offers high-quality nail care products. One of their notable products is the Olive and June Mani Magik Mini Set. This set is designed to provide everything you need for a perfect at-home manicure. The Mani Magik Mini Set includes seven essential nail care tools. These tools are hand-picked by Olive and June to ensure a professional-level manicure experience. The set consists of a nail polish remover pot, a clean-up brush, a nail file, a nail buffer, a cuticle serum, a cuticle pusher, and a top coat.
Don Gillies
It would be easy for Nix to use magic as a solution for everything in his book, but he reminds readers through the words of Truthful s guardian that if something can be done without magic, it should be. She longs for the excitement of city life, and after a precious magical heirloom is stolen from under her nose on her eighteenth birthday, she receives adventure in spades.
The set consists of a nail polish remover pot, a clean-up brush, a nail file, a nail buffer, a cuticle serum, a cuticle pusher, and a top coat. One of the key features of this mini set is the nail polish remover pot. It is designed with a sponge inside that easily removes nail polish without the need for cotton balls or pads.
Newt’s Emerald by Garth Nix
Truthful Newington, daughter of a retired Admiral, lives in the English countryside where nothing much happens. She longs for the excitement of city life, and after a precious magical heirloom is stolen from under her nose on her eighteenth birthday, she receives adventure in spades. Truthful sets out for London, intent on finding her family’s emerald, a stone which is supposed to help one control the weather. Once in London, it becomes apparent that a proper lady cannot go gallivanting all over the city looking for a stolen jewel, so she reluctantly disguises herself as her French cousin, Henri, in order to freely search. Along the way, she makes the acquaintance of Charles, a handsome but aloof army man who agrees to help “Henri” find the emerald, and who may just be clever enough to not only locate the missing stone but to be a fantastic match for the wit of Lady Truthful Newington.
Part Jane Austen, part Scarlet Pimpernel, part heist novel, and part magic, this story is a delightful read for those who enjoy Regency pieces. Nix weaves fantasy elements into his story with a skilled hand, from the idea that all well-bred families possess the ability to work some magic, to the hilarious mustache Truthful wears which helps build a glamour so she appears more like “Henri,” to the distinction between good and malignant magic. It would be easy for Nix to use magic as a solution for everything in his book, but he reminds readers through the words of Truthful’s guardian that if something can be done without magic, it should be.
While this book is lovely and well written, it does contain some cautions. Several characters swear, and only apologize when they know a lady is present. Alcohol is consumed in the story and talked about frequently. There are also several action sequences where shots are fired, punches are thrown, brawls occur, and murder is attempted (although thwarted). The villain perishes by an arrow through the eye and a nasty fall. The magic system is woven seamlessly through the narrative, but some families might find talk of “divining an outcome” too much. The only thing that is ever really “divined” is that a large group of people will attend a party.
If you have an older teen who enjoys Regency drama, and who has read things like Shakespeare or The Scarlet Pimpernel, this would be an enjoyable read. If you are looking for something a bit tamer by the same author, try Garth Nix’s Frogkisser!
Cautions: Language (Damn, one instance of a villain using the word hell-bitch, several uses of “My God”), Violence (see above), Drinking (see above), Magic (see above)
Overall Rating: 3.75 (out of 5)
Worldview/Moral Value: 3.5
Artistic Value: 4.0
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Truthful Newington, daughter of a retired Admiral, lives in the English countryside where nothing much happens. She longs for the excitement of city life, and after a precious magical heirloom is stolen from under her nose on her eighteenth birthday, she receives adventure in spades. Truthful sets out for London, intent on finding her family’s emerald, a stone which is supposed to help one control the weather. Once in London, it becomes apparent that a proper lady cannot go gallivanting all over the city looking for a stolen jewel, so she reluctantly disguises herself as her French cousin, Henri, in order to freely search. Along the way, she makes the acquaintance of Charles, a handsome but aloof army man who agrees to help “Henri” find the emerald, and who may just be clever enough to not only locate the missing stone but to be a fantastic match for the wit of Lady Truthful Newington.
This makes the nail polish removal process quick and mess-free. The clean-up brush included in the set is perfect for achieving a clean and precise manicure. It helps in removing any excess nail polish around the edges of the nails, creating a neat and polished look. The nail file and buffer provided in the set are high-quality tools that help in shaping and smoothening the nails. These tools are essential for achieving a well-groomed and professional-looking manicure. The cuticle serum and cuticle pusher in the set are designed to provide optimum nail and cuticle care. The cuticle serum helps in moisturizing and nourishing the cuticles, while the cuticle pusher gently pushes back the cuticles for a clean and neat manicure. Finally, the top coat included in the set ensures a long-lasting and shiny finish to the manicure. It helps in sealing the nail polish and provides extra protection against chipping. Overall, the Olive and June Mani Magik Mini Set is a comprehensive nail care kit that is perfect for achieving salon-worthy manicures at home. With its high-quality tools and products, it is a must-have for anyone who loves to take care of their nails..
Reviews for "The Perfect Gift for Nail Lovers: Olive and June Mini Mani Set"
1. Sarah - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with the Olive and Jane Mani Magic mini set. The colors were so dull and boring. I was expecting vibrant and fun shades, but instead they were just plain and unexciting. The quality of the nail polishes was also subpar. They chipped within days of application, even with a top coat. Overall, I think this set was a waste of money and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.
2. Mike - 1/5 - This mini set from Olive and Jane was a total letdown. The nail polishes were extremely watery and difficult to apply evenly. It took multiple coats just to get an opaque color, and even then, they looked streaky and uneven. The lasting power was also terrible, with significant chipping and peeling within a day or two. I definitely regret purchasing this set and won't be buying any more products from this brand.
3. Emma - 2/5 - I had high hopes for the Olive and Jane Mani Magic mini set, but unfortunately, it fell short. The colors in the set were not as advertised. They looked vibrant and bold in the promotional images, but in reality, they were muted and lackluster. The formula of the polishes was also disappointing. They were thick and gloopy, making them difficult to apply smoothly. The staying power was also not great, as the polish started to chip and peel within two days. I would not recommend this set to anyone looking for quality nail polishes.