Catch Fire With The Hunger Games Nail Collection


Updated 02/02/12 8:49 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

Hunger Games Nail Polish Collection by China Glaze

Adding to the continued excitement of all things Hunger Games, we got our hands on the polishes from China Glaze's forthcoming Colours from the Capitol collection. Nail colors inspired by movies can sometimes be a yawn, but these will charm die-hard fans and manicure connoisseurs alike. From ashy, matte shades to high-definition glitters, these polishes could soon be among your most favorite nail Read more

February's Brightest and Best New Nail Polish Colors


Updated 02/03/12 10:18 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Nail Polish Trends For February 2012

Spring ahoy! We may still be in the middle of snow drifts up to our schnozes, but your favorite nail polish purveyors are determined to get you in the mood for something a little fresher and maybe just a touch warmer, too. February is the month when most companies debut their first collections for the new season, and the best shades run the gamut from gorgeous, moody viridian to eye-popping Read more

Avril Lavigne Designs a Nail Strips Collection For Sally Hansen


Updated 01/20/12 10:35 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Avril Lavigne Designs Nail Strips For Sally Hansen

She's known for her pop-punk hits and even as a clothing designer, and now Avril Lavigne has channeled her creative spirit into nail art. Starting this April, the singer will launch a limited-edition collection with the Sally Hansen Salon Effects brand. And in true Avril fashion, the polish strips ($10 each), which will feature 12 different designs, will include rocker-chic patterns like tiny Read more

How To Tell If a Gel Manicure Is Phony


Updated 01/26/12 5:42 AM · Posted by · 4 comments

How to Spot Fake Shellac and Gel Nail Polish

As gel manicures become more popular, so do knockoff products and shady application techniques. It's not unusual now to hear that someone's gone in for a gel manicure only to find out later that what's on their nails isn't Shellac, Gelish, or any reputable gel for that matter. To help consumers avoid nail damage and the risk of having weird chemicals affixed to their digits, CND Shellac has come Read more

How to Create Zooey Deschanel's Tuxedo Nail Art


Updated 01/22/12 2:20 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

Zooey Deschanel's Tuxedo Manicure How-To

Zooey Deschanel may have wowed in a Prada gown at the Golden Globes, but her nails were equally dressed up in little tuxedos. Zooey is known for her love of perfectly decorated manicures, and this black and white look was the talk of the red carpet. Watch our video to find out how easy it is to re-create this look at home. Your nails will be best dressed in no time. Read more

What We're Sweet On: Fun, Flaky Topcoats


Updated 01/17/12 9:14 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

New Flaky Nail Polish From Zoya

If you missed out on the "flaky" nail polish trend the first time around, this is your chance to try it out. Zoya's new Fleck Effect topcoats ($8 each) are full of Mylar "flecks" that create a pretty holographic effect on nails. They're all transparent and pretty versatile, but if we had to choose one we'd take the pink shade, Chloe. The orange, gold, and red tones in the flecks will go well with Read more

Zooey Deschanel's Nails Wear a Tux to the Golden Globes


Updated 01/16/12 4:06 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Zooey Deschanel's Tuxedo Nail Art

Zooey Deschanel is queen of cutie-pie quirk, but for the Golden Globes she took things to a new level, tweeting this photo of her nails painted up to look like little men wearing tuxedos and cummerbunds. Zooey's birthday is on Tuesday, so she's got a couple good reasons to have such a festive manicure. This isn't the first set of "tuxedo" nails we've seen, either; Ruffian showed off a similar Read more

Golden Globes Manicure Style: Who Nailed the Look?


Updated 01/23/12 6:34 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 1 comment

Golden Globes Manicures and Nails

The 2012 Golden Globes are underway, and all eyes are on the red-carpet dresses. But no look is complete without finishing touches like shoes, jewelry, and a manicure to match. This time around, stars are choosing relatively traditional hues for their nails: next-to-nothing pinks, daring dark colors, and even a few polish-free styles, too. Launch the slideshow to see a few of the highlights. Read more

January's 10 Most Charming New Nail Polishes


Updated 01/10/12 9:17 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

2012 New Nail Polishes

It's January, and although where most of us live it's especially cold and dreary, in the world of nail color, it means just one thing: resort collections. That's right, this month marks the debut of bright, bold polishes meant as an escape from the Northern Hemisphere chill. So crank your heater up, grab a mai tai, and get ready for some sweet, cheerful relief in every shade from neon orange to Read more

5 Nail Trends to Look Out For in 2012


Updated 01/06/12 1:33 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

New Nail Polishes, Minx Nails, and Manicures For 2012

Nails are beauty's hot ticket item, and there's a lot to look forward to this year. 2011 was a huge year, dominated by crackle coat, polish strips, and Lady Gaga talons, but 2012 is shaping up to be just as innovative (if not more so). From the fake nail look you won't believe to what's in store with mix and match Minx patterns, these are the looks you'll be lusting after. Photo: Becky Maynes Read more