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Would You Wear Katy Perry's Manicure?
Katy Perry recently tweeted this picture of her new manicure, saying, "Diamonds ARE girl best friend." Cookie Monster cadence aside, she may be on to something. What do you think of the sparkling nails that she sported at the MTV Europe Music Awards?
Tea Tree Oil Will Cure What (N)ails You
Earlier this year, nearly 70 percent of you told me that you bite your cuticles. I have a confession. During particularly nervous moments, I sometimes do a little chomping myself.
Are Your Nails Usually Painted?
How important is a manicure to you? For some friends, like PartySugar at Yum, having polished nails is a beauty necessity. (She does a DIY manicure every Wednesday.) But you might be surprised to find out that as much as I like the idea of manicures, I usually don't have painted nails.
How-To: "Green" Your Manicure
Toluene, formaldehyde, and dibutyl phthalate — all chemicals considered dangerous for our bodies and the environment, and yet they are still found in many nail products. Sophie Uliano is the author of Gorgeously Green: 8 Simple Steps to an Earth-Friendly Life ($15.25), where she discusses everything from choosing an earth-friendly lipstick to preparing eco-conscious treats.
Last year, Uliano appeared on Oprah with her friend Julia Roberts to celebrate Earth Day.
Six Steps to Perfect Manicures
If you're thinking of polishing your nails, I've gathered up tips to help this process go smoothly from start to shiny finish. Grab a file and some polish, and get your nails in shape.
Get healthy nails
Choose a shape
Fix broken ones
Easy ways to file
Mix up your own polish
Paint smudge-free
Learn How to Polish Like a Pro With This DVD
The other day, I told you about the Bring It Home Beauty DVDs, which were produced by a professionally licensed mother-and-daughter team. The premise? To help you save money by teaching you how to do beauty services at home, with the help of their instructional videos, of course.
Would You Do Karaoke While Getting a Manicure?
I've heard of martini and manicure nights, but I've never heard of a karaoke manicure before. If you happen to live in Chicago, or have plans to visit, why not swing by My Nail Fetish salon, where they offer more than just a polish change?
That's right — you can belt out some tunage while your nails get a tune-up.
Do You Bring Your Own Polish to the Nail Salon?
It’s safe to say that those who wait-list for a $20 nail polish are probably just as meticulous about their manicures. Demanding perfection, they're likely regulars at the polish station and won't settle for just any old color. Still, nail salons often stock multiple brands of professional products, perhaps for those less Type-A of us.
A Quick Tip About Manicures
Ever get frustrated with your manicure? Whether you do it yourself or have it professionally done, it's a real bummer when your polish starts to chip or peel the very next day. I just picked up a little tip from Neri Ortega, lead manicurist at The Butterfly Studio Salon in New York City, that I'd like to share with you.
DIY Spa Treatment: Manicure
So many people always ask me why they can't achieve a salon-quality manicure at home, so I thought I'd break down the technique and the tools for you. DIY manicures are not only a great money saver, but I happen to think they are a relaxing weekend ritual. Here's what you'll need:
- Cotton Balls
- Paper Towels
- Nail Polish Remover
- Emery board
- Cuticle Cutter
- Cuticle Remover
- Wooden manicure stick
- Base Coat
- Nail Polish
- Step 1, Remove Old Nail Polish: Begin with clean, dry hands and be sure there is no dirt under your fingernails.
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