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How to Do Dip Powder Nails

 Staying at home means avoiding the nail salon, and as someone who always  smudges regular nail polish (seriously, how is it possible that they can still  be ready to smear by the time I go to bed?), I have a newfound appreciation for the variety of modern manicure solutions available. I previously reviewed Ohora's at-home gel strips , which are a great option for hassle-free designs. Another option that I really like, even though I am far  from a pro, is dip powder. Dip powder is essentially an acrylic powder that contains pigments or glitters. You purchase a set of liquids that can be used with the powders of your choice for a quick and clean manicure that requires very little dry time. Dip powder is easily accessible, and if you're new to dip nails in general, I'd suggest a reasonably priced option for practice. I started with the Lavender Violets brand on Amazon, which comes with a set of powders + all the liquids you need for a beginner. I did find that the longevit
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Red Wine Nutella Hot Chocolate

It's not quite holiday time, which means that people like me are already in the full swing of holiday planning. When the weather gets cold, you're going to want this red wine nutella hot chocolate recipe.

Red Wine Nutella Hot Chocolate is a red velvet twist on a classic holiday beverage!



It's SO easy, and it tastes just like red velvet cake. But in a mug. You only need a splash of wine to get the flavor (but I won't tell if you add a little extra-- hey! It's almost the holidays).


Red Wine Nutella Hot Chocolate

Ingredients

  • 3/4 of a mug of milk
  • 1 tbsp nutella (plus more for lining the edge of the cup if desired)
  • 2 tsp hot cocoa mix
  • splash red wine
  1. Line your mug with nutella if desired. Add milk and the scoop of nutella. Microwave for 1 minute until hot.
  2. Add hot cocoa mix and stir until dissolved.
  3. Add a splash of wine and stir.
  4. Enjoy, preferably in a warm sweatshirt next to a bonfire on a chilly fall night under the stars. 
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It really is that simple, and so delicious! Perfect for a chilly fall night with family and friends.


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