There are several different nail shapes out there that you can experiment with, and each shape will give your overall look a different attitude. From chic almond-shaped nails to sharp, pointed nails, here are nine funky nail shapes to try. Almond Nails While some nail shapes look better with either longer or shorter fingers, your […]
Dealing with brittle nails can be extremely challenging, especially when you want your nails to be looking picture-perfect. However, this condition is more common than you would think, affecting around 20% of the population. If you think that you may have brittle nails, here are some common symptoms to look out for, as well as […]
For most of my life, I had ‘difficult’ nails. They used to split and peel terribly, and never grow. For those reasons, I have always been hesitant to get professional manicures. I’m very protective of my nails and don’t trust them to someone else. But the flipside is that I’ve become pretty good at taking […]
One of the most classically beautiful manicures is the nude manicure. While some will always love the French manicure, I think it can look somewhat dated nowadays. But a nude manicure, when chosen and completed well, is classy and elegant and professional. The issue can be picking the right shade. The wrong one can be […]
If you are unfamiliar with a buff manicure, it’s a type of manicure that leaves the nails with a beautiful shine. It includes careful cuticle maintenance, even more than a normal manicure because, with smooth bare nails, rough or dry cuticles will really stand out. After moisturizing and pushing back the cuticles, the nails are […]
While some of us rely on gel manicures to keep our nails long and strong, sometimes they need a break from all those chemicals and the UV lights. If you are trying to get your natural nails back into shape after a long period of strong treatments, you will most likely turn to a nail […]
Does it seem that no matter what you do, your cuticles always feel dry and neglected? Do you use lotions but the cuticles always answer with redness and roughness? The short answer solution is diligence. We use our hands so much (and I tend to wash mine frequently) and while we pay attention to filing […]
This little handy toolkit can be as big or as small as you need it to be. If you are packing it for yourself, keep in mind that if it can go wrong on the wedding day, plan accordingly. If you are packing it for someone else, think forward about what they would want or […]
For most of my life, I had terrible nails. As a child, I was a nail biter but finally outgrew that only to start using artificial nails. After several years of that expense, I finally walked away. Unfortunately, I walked away with paper-thin nails that tore if you looked at them wrong. I have tried […]
The Great Divide between the well-polished — do you care for your fingernails and toenails in the salon or at home… There are several factors to consider when you are trying to pick where to gain your shiny pink digits: Cost : Yes, doing your own nails at home does have an upfront cost but […]
