Shimmer Polish ‘Strength’ for PCOS
I know there are a fair few polishes out there in support of many charities, but like me I’m sure you probably find yourself drawn to those that hit a little closer to home than others. For me it’s normally the daffodil appeal, ovarian cancer charities and PCOS awareness.
I’m going to get a little bit personal, so if you’d rather not read any more details about my own experiences feel free to skip to the pretty pictures. That said, this isn’t a woe is me post. I am quite happy with my lot and I’m not writing this for the sake of upping my comment count, but it doesn’t mean that PCOS isn’t still a shit of a thing to have, and it is most certainly a worthy cause.
I have PCOS, as do approximately 20% of women, to varying degrees, though many do not find out until they attempt to conceive a child. I was informed by my endocrynologist that while there isn’t a single test for PCOS there are several symptoms that together give the conclusion of PCOS. I am lucky in many ways that my symptoms are not outwardly visible so I at least don’t have a daily struggle with hirsuteness, and though I could stand to lose a couple of kilos I don’t battle too much with my weight (yet – with age it seems to amplify typical weight increases). I did have terrible skin, much later than all my friends but again was fortunate that moving to Australaia (the sunshine helps) and finding the right Pill for me cleared it up without a trace within 18 months. My symptoms are generally internal, with cysts scattered over my ovaries and a high likelihood that having children will be difficult and perhaps even impossible given that my diagnosis was a result of my cycle never starting. The Pill essentially artificially started my cycle, but as I have been on one variety or another of the Pill ever since, there is no way to know whether my cycle would continue naturally without coming off it. I’m now 27 and still not ready for children and to be honest I’m not sure that the Mr and I ever want them, but I know that feeling of being told that you even might not be able to have something and thinking ‘mmm, maybe I did want it after all’. I can only imagine then the pain caused by PCOS when it prevents those who truly do want children from doing so.
A hobby (obsession) like ours can be seen as a little vain, pointless and what have you (I don’t agree but that’s a discussion for another time) so it’s heart warming to see not only the big brands, but the small scale indies contributing to worthy causes. Cindy of Shimmer Polish created this at the request of Norelis of Fierce Makeup and Nails and it’s just lovely!
Shimmer Polish ‘Strength’ for PCOS
Shimmer Polish ‘Strength’ for PCOS
Shimmer Polish ‘Strength’ for PCOS
Shimmer Polish ‘Strength’ for PCOS
Shimmer Polish ‘Strength’ for PCOS
I layered this over a gradient between Pixi White #03 and nails inc ‘Reeves Mews’, and reversed the gradient on the ring finger, then topped with one coat of Shimmer ‘Strength’ andwo coats of Gelous.
‘Strength’ is a delight to apply as with all Shimmer glitters that I’ve tried to date. My only quibble would be that I couldn’t seem to find a single heart in there! I might have to do a bit more fishing next time though. Donations are made in support of PCOS charities for every bottle sold, and I encourage you to pick up a bottle (or two).
Important Bits:
| Volume: |
0.5 fl oz |
| Cost: |
$12.00 |
| Availability |
Shimmers Etsy store |
