Cooler Heads Prevail

By now it's no secret I was- am- pissed off and insulted because I tried to do a nice thing and enlighten people about the legality of selling SpectraFlair polishes, which, for the record, I'm sorry I ever mentioned. I was so hurt enough I pulled the content off my blog and no, I didn't consider how that would effect anyone but me.

I work very hard on my blog to provide accurate information, resources and research, share ideas learned from trial and error and I take pride in that. I do not believe in misinformation or in "spreading propaganda without basis". When I don't know something, I don't lie and say I do, I pass along what I do know. There are many women I am sure who have been frankening longer than I and who have learned far more than I but I do my research and I know what I am talking about. So yes, someone thinking they not only need to educate me but insult me as well... naughty, naughty. There are other nicer ways to relay knowledge.  

My husband's opinion is that I "punished the masses to punish a few" and isn't very happy with me. He, along with several other people who said something about it, have a point and I'm not afraid to admit I am wrong for making the rash decision to pull everything because it did effect my readers. Frankly, I didn't think anyone would care but apparently some did. My goal was not to upset anyone else but I did, my husband included, and I really cannot stand disharmony. 

I'm impulsive sometimes but not stupid. I didn't delete the content of my blog, I reverted everything to drafts while I decided what I really wanted to do. Instead of leaving things here the way they are, my husband convinced me to revamp the appearance which I am perfectly capable of doing so that's what I am going to do. Content will re-appear when I'm done.  -MK

SpectraFlair Polish Sales

I left the original entry below but I'm updating this because I've been given reason to say something in my own defense. Before I wrote this entry, I messaged several sellers on eBay of SpectraFlair-made polish and passed along the same quote (shown below) from TKB Trading. I did not imply a threat nor directly threaten any of these people in any way, I informed them of all the info below. I was TRYING to be helpful when I did this; maybe they were unaware and maybe I'd save someone from getting in trouble somehow later on with eBay themselves or the FDA or who knows. The responses I got were mixed but one in particular accused me of not doing my research, being poorly informed and "spreading propaganda" for quoting TKB who, in this person's opinion, would lie because they are selling a competing product. This is a very convenient stance for this person to take when they are making money off of it. And if they didn't believe me, they didn't have to be a jerk about it. Apparently they have no idea who I am, I am hardly unknown- I am not known for being poorly researched.

The section I put in red above I would like to, and should, clarify. The phrase I used about spreading propaganda was in one persons response while the rest of that sentence was a combination of other responses. I used that phrase in particular because it was articulate and stuck out in my head, a good summation of the general attitude I'd gotten. That person though, was not insulting like the others and was not the one who accused me of being poorly researched and informed, nor were they the one to say TKB would lie because of their own product.

I've done my damn research and plenty of it, I'm aware other companies, Sally Hansen included, have used SpectraFlair. I've done more research on more franken polish related topics than almost anyone I know and I am insulted by the response(s) I received. It is very sad commentary that being kind, being helpful, is not always recognized. 

The original entry:
It amazes me the number of individuals that do not seem to be aware that it is illegal to sell any polish made from SpectraFlair and for those selling the powder itself, as there are a few, you cannot be encouraging customers to use it as ANY cosmetic additive. Aside from the fact that JDSU tightened their own regulations after us frankeners went nuts for the pigment, our US government- the FDA in particular- does not approve this for cosmetics. I did NOT say there couldn't be exceptions to that although I don't know what they would be.

If you already own SpectraFlair as a powder as I do, or a polish, what you do with that for your own personal use is your business but it cannot be sold in any way, shape or form cosmetically.

If you choose not to believe me, read the quote from TKB Trading on their listing of Magic Holographic mail polish.

Magic Holographic is a pre-colored nail polish made from cosmetic grade ingredients. This is an important fact because it means that formulating with Magic Holographic allows you to confidently sell your holographic nail polish.  Other options, such as Spectraflair, are industrial pigments not approved for use in cosmetics by the US government.  Selling a nail polish made from Spectraflair would be deemed illegal by the FDA.

-MK

Pigment Sale Update 5/5/13

Please refer to my page "Pigment Sale (on-going)" for updated prices and quantity available.

Update 05/14/13: I screwed up and made a mistake so I need to revise the amount of pigments available for sale.  While packing the Pops for a couple orders, it became obvious my supply is at least 5 grams shorter than I accounted for; I'd estimated for 20 grams for each pigment while what I really have is closer to 15 grams total. While I am fulfilling those orders that have already been paid for and willingly give part of my personal supply to make good on those, I'm going to have to lower the amounts available. This is a better option than being unable to fulfill orders and disappointing someone, which I greatly do not want to do. The adjusted amounts are shown below.
I have the prices listed for 5 grams and 10 grams, however the same person could buy all of it, price-wise it is still the same per gram. After those 15 grams are sold, there is no more available.

Do your research on my blog though: I've covered nearly every pigment on this list and you should take the time to read about it. 

I'm telling you up front that these pigments are not pre-packaged and ready to ship, I pack them once I'm paid. I'm also waiting on a shipment of envelopes from the USPS currently which should be here any day now. Orders will ship out ASAP after the envelopes arrive. 

Payment will be accepted by Paypal only and is expected within three days which I think is pretty flexible. Items will be shipped via the U.S. Postal Service in a bubble mailer with insurance and the insurance is not optional; should the package be lost, I can't file a claim without it. Shipping will cost $5.95, Priority Mail Flat Rate within the U.S. Insurance is approximately $2.00. International rates, I have zero idea.

Interested parties can email me at sj.1996@yahoo.com with your selections and I'll contact you with an estimate. You do need to tell me what country you're in. Please put "Pigment Sale" in the subject line. A prompt response to any of my emails and prompt payment is greatly appreciated. -MK

Quantities are limited. First come, first served. 

Duochromes in red            White Interference in blue

TKB = TKB Trading    CS = Coastal Scents      

TC =The Conservatorie     TCP = TCP Global

Link to swatch	Pigment Name	Co.	price per 5 grams	price per 10 rams
swatch	Apple Green Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Blueberry Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Tangerine Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Lemon Drop Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Raspberry Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Strawberry Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Grape Pop!	TKB	$.74	$1.45	Sold Out
swatch	Forged Gold	TKB	$1.51	$2.99	15 grams available
swatch	Crucible Red	TKB	$1.51	$2.99	15 grams available
swatch	Crucible Gold	TKB	$1.51	$2.99	15 grams available
swatch	Crucible Khaki	TKB	$1.51	$2.99	10 grams available
swatch	Aisha Gold	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Crescent Crimson	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Indu Rose	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Lavender Luz	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Luna Blue	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Aqua Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Copper Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Green Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Red Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Purple Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Gold Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Blue Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Noble Silver Sparks!	TKB	$1.67	$3.32	5 grams available
swatch	Travel to Mercury	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Travel to Mars	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Travel to Earth	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Travel to Venus	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Travel to Neptune	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Travel to Jupiter	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Travel to Pluto	TKB	$2.39	$4.75	Sold Out
swatch	Hilite Blue	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Hilite Green	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Hilite Copper	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Hilite Gold	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Hilite Violet	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Hilite Orange	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Hilite Red	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Shanika Sun	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Marinda Star	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Cherika Moon	TKB	$2.33	$4.64	Sold Out
swatch	Emerald	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Passion Orange	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Gemstone Ruby	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	True Yellow	TKB	$.90	$1.78	10 grams available
swatch	True Blue	TKB	$.90	$1.78	10 grams available
swatch	True Green	TKB	$.90	$1.78	10 grams available
swatch	Sagittaire	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Colorona Blue	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Ocean Green	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Polished Silver	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Colorona Dark Blue	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Green Apple	TKB	$.79	$1.56	10 grams available
swatch	Indian Blue	TKB	$.79	$1.56	10 grams available
swatch	Pearl White	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Scarlett O’Hara	TKB	$.90	$1.78	10 grams available
swatch	Queen Kathryn	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Deep Russet	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Australian Amber	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Copper Penny	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Sparkle Bronze	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Foliage	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Umber	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Lovely Leo	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Aztec Gold	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Radiant Gold	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Deep Green	TKB	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Cyprus Green	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Coral Reef Blue	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Blue Steel	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Deep Blue	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Sparkle Blue	TKB	$.90	$1.78	5 grams available
swatch	Patagonian Purple	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Bishops Violet	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Brilliant Gold	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Pennsylvania Green	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Shamrock Green	TKB	$.90	$1.78	10 grams available
swatch	Pisces Blue	TKB	$.79	$1.56	10 grams available
swatch	Aster Hue	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Grape Parfait	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Red Basics	TKB	$.79	$1.56	10 grams available
swatch	Sparkle Rose	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Aquarius	TKB	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Midnight Blue	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Periwinkle Blue	TKB	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Black Mica	TKB	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Metallic Rustic Gold	CS	$.96	$1.89	10 grams available
swatch	Duocrome BG	CS	$1.12	$2.22	5 grams available
swatch	Mauve Quartz	CS	$1.29	$2.55	15 grams available
swatch	Orchid Shimmer	CS	$1.23	$2.44	10 grams available
swatch	Paradise Sea Green	CS	$1.12	$2.22	10 grams available
swatch	Sparkle Blue	CS	$1.12	$2.22	10 grams available
swatch	Duocrome Red Orange	CS	$1.34	$2.66	15 grams available
swatch	Cellini Red Intense	CS	$1.12	$2.22	15 grams available
swatch	Gemstone Emerald	CS	$1.18	$2.33	15 grams available
swatch	Gemstone Topaz	CS	$1.18	$2.33	15 grams available
swatch	Hot Side Pink	CS	$1.23	$2.44	15 grams available
swatch	Sage Blue	CS	$1.45	$2.88	15 grams available
swatch	Summit Turquoise	CS	$1.45	$2.88	5 grams available
swatch	Sunset	CS	$1.45	$2.88	5 grams available
swatch	Duocrome Sparkle	CS	$1.45	$2.88	5 grams available
swatch	Pearlescent Sparkling Pure Gold	CS	$1.12	$2.22	5 grams available
swatch	Aruban Coral Pearl	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Blackstar Red	CS	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Blue-Red Chrome	CS	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Blue Claret Pearl	CS	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Blushing Pink	CS	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	Cerise Flambe	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Chrome Carmine	CS	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Duocrome Iridescent Green Gold	CS	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Emerald Isle	CS	$1.12	$2.22	15 grams available
swatch	Gold Rush	CS	$.90	$1.78	10 grams available
swatch	Majestic Green	CS	$1.12	$2.22	5 grams available
swatch	Antique Red	CS	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Paradise Star Gold	CS	$.79	$1.56	10 grams available
swatch	Tangerine Pearl	CS	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Metallic Copper	CS	$1.78	$3.54	15 grams available
swatch	Goldstone	CS	$.90	$1.78	15 grams available
swatch	24 Karat Gold	CS	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Copper	CS	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Paradise Shimmer Tan	CS	$.79	$1.56	10 grams available
swatch	Metallic Sapphire Pearl	CS	$1.01	$2.00	10 grams available
swatch	Metallic Olivia	CS	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Metallic Pixie Purple	CS	$1.12	$2.22	15 grams available
swatch	Sparkle Gold	CS	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Metallic Pearl Bronze	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Metallic Pearl Honey Tan	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Paradise Rose Sky	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Antique Gold	CS	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Metallic Pearl Red Raisin	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Pearlescent Fire	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Sienna Fine Pearl	CS	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	Ultra Shimmer Mica	CS	$.96	$1.89	15 grams available
swatch	Crystal Ice Mica	CS	$.79	$1.56	15 grams available
swatch	Antique Silver	CS	$.74	$1.45	15 grams available
swatch	Blackstar Blue	CS	$1.12	$2.22	15 grams available
swatch	Blackstar Green	CS	$1.01	$2.00	15 grams available
swatch	SuperNova Blue	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	SuperNova Red	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	SuperNova Green	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Frosty Gold Luster	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Frosty Glitter Green	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Frosty Glitter Blue	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Starlight Ruby	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Merlot Gold	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Starlight Green	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Red Clay Satin	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Pink (Green) Interference	TC	$.68	$1.34	5 grams available
swatch	Watermelon	TC	$.68	$1.34	15 grams available
swatch	Lovely/Magic Pink	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Ruby Red	TC	$.57	$1.12	5 grams available
swatch	Peach Sunset (Fenda Orange)	TC	$.57	$1.12	5 grams available
swatch	Golden Green Mica	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Magic Violet Mica	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Pansy	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Indigo	TC	$.68		15 grams available
swatch	Sparkling Violet	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Bubblegum Pink	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Opal Violet Pearl	TC	$.68	$1.34	15 grams available
swatch	Opal Copper/Copper Pearl	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Primrose	TC	$.57	$1.12	5 grams available
swatch	Hot Pink	TC	$.68	$1.34	5 grams available
swatch	Midori Blue	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Violet	TC	$.57	$1.12	5 grams available
swatch	Shimmer Green	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	Shamrock Green	TC	$.68	$1.34	5 grams available
swatch	Luster Blue	TC	$.57	$1.12	15 grams available
swatch	CSP Red to Gold	TCP	$6.29	$12.89	5 grams available
swatch	CSP Purple to Green	TCP	$6.29	$12.89	5 grams available
swatch	CSP Blue to Red	TCP	$6.29	$12.89	5 grams available
swatch	CSP Green to Orange	TCP	$6.29	$12.89	5 grams available
swatch	CSP Gold to Blue	TCP	$6.29	$12.89	5 grams available
	DCP75 Emerald Green	TCP	$4.70	$9.37	5 grams available
	DCP76 Ruby Red	TCP	$4.70	$9.37	5 grams available
	DCP77 Deep Purple/Red	TCP	$4.70	$9.37	5 grams available
	DCP78 Aqua/Blue	TCP	$4.70	$9.37	5 grams available
swatch	FP112 Fine Scarabis/Green	TCP	$3.16	$6.29	5 grams available
swatch	SP113 Blue/Green	TCP	$2.77	$5.52	5 grams available
swatch	SP117 Red to Green	TCP	$3.16	$6.29	5 grams available
swatch	SP118 Green to Blue to Violet	TCP	$3.16	$6.29	5 grams available
swatch	SP120 Red to Violet	TCP	$3.16	$6.29	5 grams available