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Have you ever heard of ikat print?

Wednesday, September 5th, 2012

Ikat print is chic - especially on your nails!Sure, you've heard of leopard print and zebra print, but what about ikat print? Before you start picturing some kind of jungle animal called an ikat, you should know that this pattern can't be found on a living creature's coat. It's just a textile dyeing technique that looks pretty cool – especially on your nails.

According to Glamour Magazine's beauty blog, ikat print is pretty easy to pull off yourself with a little bit of practice and a great set of polishes from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers.

First, paint your nails with a base coat to even out ridges and give your colors something to stick to. Then choose a shade that'll be the background and paint on two coats.

When the background is dry, choose another color and make one, two or three big blobs of color on the nail (with plenty of space in between). They should be a bit uneven – perfectly symmetrical isn't what you're going for here.

Now use the background color to make a smaller blob in the middle of each of the blobs you just painted, creating what looks like rings. Finally, choose a third color and make small blobs in the center of the second blobs, then use that same final shade to create a feathered outline around each of the blobs (the ones you made first).

Finish with a top coat, then fix any mistakes with Lippmann Collection – The Stripper. Chic, right?

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Back to School in style with fresh Nail Colors

Monday, September 3rd, 2012

Back to School Nail Colors infographics

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Back to School Nail Colors

It’s fall! Time to head back to school in style with fresh nail colors.

  1. Forest Green
  2. Concrete
  3. Plum
  4. Chocolate
  5. Tobacco

 

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How to copy Jessica Biel’s nails from the Total Recall premiere

Thursday, August 2nd, 2012

Jessica's platinum nails are easy to do yourself!Jessica Biel is now engaged to Justin Timberlake, and judging by the way she chose to paint her nails for the Hollywood premiere of Total Recall, she's pretty excited about it. To show off that gorgeous platinum sparkler with its many diamonds, she chose to amp up her digits with a matte nude polish and platinum tips. So how can you get this look yourself?

First, you'll need to paint your nails with a base coat that will provide a barrier between your nails and the polish. If your nails are bumpy or full of ridges, a polish like Lippmann Collection – Ridge Filler Base Coat will mask them with ease.

Now choose a nude shade of nail polish that matches your skin tone, or go a little more pink for a sweeter vibe. Paint on two coats, waiting about two minutes between each one so the polish will have time to dry.

When that polish is no longer sticky, make it matte with a coat of Lippmann Collection – Flat Top Matte-Maker Top Coat. This will get rid of the shine.

After that's dry, finish by painting the tips of your nails with a platinum metallic color. Go over just the tips with a top coat when you're done.

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Five ideas for an Olympics-inspired manicure

Thursday, July 26th, 2012

The 2012 Olympic Games in London are nearly here!The 2012 Olympic Games in London are nearly here, and if you're planning to support your favorite athlete, country or sport, why not show it on your nails? Olympics-inspired manicures are the perfect way to dress up your digits for the events, and they're totally festive. Here are five designs to try.

1. Flags. Whether it's the American flag, the Union Jack or the Jamaican flag, using colors from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers will definitely be patriotic.

2. The rings. You could use a straw to paint them on each nail or focus on just an accent nail. A white background would show them off perfectly.

3. Medals. Give your nails a bit of glitz by painting medals on your nails. Metallic gold, silver and bronze polish will ensure you get it just right.

4. Everything London. Consider painting your nails with designs that represent Great Britain. A red phone booth, the Queen's silhouette or Big Ben might be perfect! Don't forget to seal them with a topcoat like Lippmann Collection – On A Clear Day Top Coat.

5. Your favorite sport. Whether it's soccer, volleyball, swimming or track and field, you can get creative with fun designs featuring equipment.

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How to jazz up your manicure in 3 easy strokes

Monday, July 23rd, 2012

A glittery accent nail might be just what your manicure needs!Not every nail art tutorial posted online or written about in the pages of a magazine is possible for some women. Whether you can't draw to save your life, don't have a steady enough hand or simply don't have a wide range of nail polish colors available, you may find that some designs are simply out of reach. But that doesn't mean you can't rock a jazzed-up manicure like everyone else.

Instead of worrying yourself over tiny shapes and intricate details, why not take the easy route and use a chic glitter polish like Lippmann Collection – Stairway To Heaven Nail Lacquer to take your nails to another level? It'd look glitzy on all 10 nails, but even painting one accent nail with three strokes of the brush on each hand is enough to make it interesting.

The ring finger is the most popular candidate for accent nail designs, so consider making that your standout when you're planning a color scheme. Go with matching shades of polish and glitter, like a red manicure with Lippmann Collection – Do Ya Think I'm Sexy? Nail Lacquer on the accent nail, or choose complementary colors like gray polish and silver glitter. You could even go bold with a totally opposite choice, like gold and green. The effect is up to you!

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Which of the 5 nail shapes do you like best?

Wednesday, July 18th, 2012

Which nail shape do you like best?Some ladies spend their time obsessing over which bright, trendy nail polish they'll put on their digits next, but others are more concerned with what shape they'll file their nails into. Glamour Magazine's beauty blog points out that there are five nail shapes that have become popular, but which one is your favorite?

1. Rounded. Many women have nails that grow into a rounded shape naturally, so it's not very hard to file them to keep them perfectly round.

2. Square. A completely straight edge on the tips looks fresh and clean, and it's also one of the strongest shapes for your nails. Filing straight across is also simple, but make sure the outer corners aren't sharp!

3. Squoval. A mix of round and square, this is probably the most popular shape these days. It's like the square style but the edges are more rounded.

4. Oval. This style was popular in the 80s, but you might not see it as often today. The tips of the nails have a rounded point.

5. Stiletto. One of the edgier choices now, stiletto nails really make a statement. The nails end in a slightly rounded point that's very tapered.

Whichever one's your favorite, Lippmann Collection – Smooth Operator 4-Way Buffer/File can help you achieve it!

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Have you tried embracing the nail art trend on your toes?

Tuesday, July 10th, 2012

Have you considered trying nail art on your toes?Nail art has been a huge movement in the beauty industry for months now, but with the onset of summer, there's room for even more fun. Now that you're likely wearing sandals and flip flops instead of confining your feet in shoes, you can rock a fabulous pedicure. Have you ever tried painting intricate designs on your tootsies?

If you're easing yourself into it, you could start by simply choosing a pedicure that relies on interesting colors. For example, you could create an ombre effect by using a shade of BABOR – Nail Color and white to create several lighter shades – one for each toe. You could also go the accent nail route, painting one of your toes a different color that complements the rest.

Of course, you may also be inclined to jump right in and get to painting your toenails with the coolest designs possible. After all, it might be easier than painting an intricate manicure because you'll be able to use your dominant hand to draw the whole time. Go with a bold design on just the big toe, or choose to get creative on all 10 nails. Just remember to seal your work with a great top coat like Lippmann Collection – Addicted To Speed Ultra Quick-Dry Top Coat!

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Wondering how to pull off the denim manicure look?

Friday, July 6th, 2012

Denim nails are trendy and pretty easy to pull off!If you're into nail art but aren't a fan of the flashy neon designs that many ladies are sporting these days, a denim manicure might be right up your alley. As you probably know, denim jeans go with everything, which means that denim nails are just as versatile. Here's the how-to from 10BlankCanvases.com.

After painting on a base coat, you'll need a dark blue shade from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers. Paint on two thin coats, then let it dry completely. Next, grab a white polish and a small, course paintbrush and lightly scribble on thin horizontal and vertical lines. They should look like a tiny patchwork of scratches.

To make it look like denim, use a makeup sponge like Jane Iredale – Flocked Sponge to apply a light coat of the same blue polish you used for the base. It should give you a faded jeans affect. From there, you can use a matte top coat or a shiny top coat – whichever you prefer. If you want to take the manicure a step further, draw on a few stitching details by making thin lines with the blue polish and adding dotted lines over them in white. A rhinestone or two can act as buttons if you're really going for it!

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How straws can help you create a fab manicure

Friday, June 29th, 2012

Straws aren't just for cocktails anymore!The nail art trend is still going strong, and women everywhere are finding new and exciting ways to decorate their manicures. However, getting creative starts to become a problem when you realize that it involves applying tiny details to your writing hand with your non-writing hand. Luckily, there are plenty of easier routes – one of which involves straws.

This idea, featured on Beautylish.com, is probably one of the easiest ways you can achieve nail art perfection without stressing over your skills or enlisting the help of a friend. All you'll need is a couple of nail polish colors from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers, a straw for each color you want the dots to be, a base coat and a top coat like Lippmann Collection – On A Clear Day Top Coat.

Begin by painting your nails with the base coat, then choosing a color for the background of your nails. White might be nice, but any hue will do. Paint on two coats, then let them dry completely. Now pick one of your dot colors and make a little puddle on a paper plate. Dip in the straw, then use it to make circular shapes on your nails – they don't have to be perfect. Switch colors and straws so you have a cool design, then apply top coat. Awesome!

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One easy solution for kicking your nail-biting habit to the curb

Wednesday, June 27th, 2012

Can't stop biting? Try keeping your nails looking fabulous!Whether you gnaw on your nails because of nerves or you do it in an attempt to fix that jagged edge or hangnail, chances are your habit isn't making your nails look particularly awesome. Biting your nails is not only unattractive and unsightly, but it's unhealthy. Just think of the bacteria you're transferring to your mouth each time you do it! Luckily, there's one easy way to kick the habit.

It might sound simple, but all you need to do is take good care of your nails. If they're moisturized, filed, smoothed and painted, why would you want to ruin the gorgeousness? The key to keeping them this way is always having manicure tools on hand. A small kit in your purse or car will ensure that you always have a quick fix available, so you'll never have to resort to your teeth.

Start out with a regenerating product like Talika – Nail Regenerator Serum, which can help bring fragile, lifeless nails back to life. Then stock up on a cuticle cream and hand lotion to keep your skin soft. A nail trimmer, file and a multi-purpose polish like Sothys – Nail Enamel Multi Action will complete your kit, leaving your nails looking fabulous.

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