How many times have you applied beautiful nail polish to your fingernails only to see your look fall flat due to rough, dry cuticles? If you aren't one for keeping your hands moisturized on a regular basis, your cuticles might be unsightly. That being said, it's not impossible to solve this dilemma and restore confidence in the appearance of your nails. Here are some tips for cuticle repair and maintenance.
Keep your cuticles hydrated
It's no secret that your cuticles can quickly dry out, especially if you're constantly washing your hands. Consider a product such as BABOR Spa Mediterranee Cuticle & Nail Repair to soothe your skin and smooth your cuticles.
Exfoliate regularly
As Discovery Health reports, it's important to exfoliate your cuticles on a regular basis just as you would any other part of your body. Removing dead, excess skin can make them easier to manage over time.
Try gloves
To create the utmost soothing, hydrating experience, consider placing your moisturized hands in cotton gloves while you sleep. This can make sure that the cream you use stays in place and gets to your cuticles as you rest – just slip them on and forget about it!
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Secret tips for hydrating and maintaining beautiful cuticles
Tuesday, January 8th, 2013
Three ways to show off your toes in holiday party footwear
Friday, November 30th, 2012
If you have a bunch of holiday parties coming up and a selection of open-toed shoes to wear to each one, you might be wondering how you're going to paint your toenails. Polished toes look pretty and sophisticated, but which color polish will you choose? Consider these three ideas.
1. Nude. If you want your toes to look long and lean while putting the focus on your footwear instead of your feet, try nude polish that matches your skintone. Everyone will be commenting on how great your shoes are!
2. Match the shoe. It might also be a good idea to paint your nails the same shade as your footwear. Whether you're donning black, fuchsia, jade or blue sandals or peep-toes, a matching shade of polish will make your outfit look complete.
3. Contrast. For an unexpected pop of color, why not choose a shade of nail lacquer that contrasts your footwear shade? This might be fun if you have a couple of accessories that match too. For example, pair blue polish with pink shoes and a pink dress, then choose a blue necklace or clutch.
Top 5 winter-inspired manicures
Friday, November 30th, 2012
Although it's not winter yet, the temperatures are dropping. By now, you've probably taken your cozy sweaters out of storage and stocked your pantry with hot chocolate, so why not get even further into the winter spirit by giving yourself a winter-themed manicure? Here are the top 5 ideas to try.
1. Snowflakes. Even if you live somewhere where snow isn't a possibility, it'd still be fun to paint snowflakes on your nails with white nail polish. Add a coat of Lippmann Collection – Bring On The Bling Nail Lacquer on top for sparkle.
2. Tree branches. The leaves are all gone by now, which leaves behind plenty of interesting branch shapes to look at. Use a black or brown polish to paint spidery twigs across your nails.
3. Metallics. Something about a cool metallic shade seems cold and wintery, so go for a silver, gold, bronze or copper color from Lippmann Collection – Nail Lacquers.
4. Holiday colors. Whether it's red and green for Christmas, blue and white for Hanukkah or black, green and red for Kwanzaa, you can't go wrong by alternating holiday colors on your nails.
5. White glitter. Use white glitter polish to create a French manicure by painting layers of it on your nails, concentrating it more on the tips with each coat. It'll be like the tips of your fingers are frosted!
Three easy ways to glam up for an office party
Friday, November 30th, 2012
The holiday season is officially underway, and with it comes the opportunity to dazzle your coworkers at the annual office Christmas bash. While this can be a great time for cutting loose and celebrating a year well spent, it's also the perfect chance to break out of the ordinary and show how stunning you really are! Consider these three great tips as you get ready for your workplace bash.
1. Embrace plenty of color. From your lips to your cheeks, what better way to stand out in a crowd that by showing off a rich and vibrant hue on your visage? A versatile cheek and lip stain like GloMinerals – gloTint for Cheeks and Lips can be a remarkable way to perk up your look.
2. Pack along a moisturizer. It may not seem crucial, but during the chilly months of winter your skin can get dry and parched pretty easy. By slipping a moisturizing cream into your clutch, you can ensure that your skin stays supple throughout the party.
3. Don't forget your nails! During the hustle and bustle of the work week, it can be easy to forget all kinds of things – including your nails. Before you head to your office Christmas party, you should take the opportunity to do up your digits in style with something like Lippmann Collection – Candy Shop Nail Lacquer. This ultra-sweet hue is sure to be the perfect complement to your glamorous ensemble and leave a lasting impression on your coworkers!
Top 10 nail art looks for the holiday season
Tuesday, November 27th, 2012
Chances are you have several holiday gatherings to attend in the upcoming weeks, which means you'll be looking for just as many awesome nail, hair and makeup looks. In the spirit of the holiday season, why not deck your nails out with festive nail art designs? Here are the top 10 to try!
1. Candy cane stripes
There's nothing quite as iconic as candy canes when it comes to Christmas, and luckily they're not that hard to create on your nails. Just grab a white nail polish and paint two coats on top of your base coat. When that's completely dry, use tape or nail stickers to create diagonal stripes (some of them should be a bit wider than others), then paint over your nails with red polish. Peel off the tape or stickers when that's dry to reveal a cute candy-striped design!
2. Snowflakes
To pay homage to the beauty of winter, how about painting an assortment of snowflakes on your nails? After using a base coat, paint your nails a background hue like light blue, red or green. Then use a toothpick or a tiny lip brush dipped in white polish to paint snowflake designs. Just like in real life, they shouldn't all look the same! Add some glitter polish like Lippmann Collection – Stairway To Heaven Nail Lacquer on top for extra sparkle!
3. Gift wrapping
Christmas wrapping paper always comes in festive colors, so it's the perfect inspiration for a holiday manicure. Use gold nail lacquer as a background color, then paint on diagonal stripes in colors like red, green and white. If you need to, look at pictures of wrapping paper online to figure out the best combination.
4. Reindeer
If you're a great artist, you might be able to pull off reindeer on your own. Otherwise, you can find a nail stamp online, which is easy to use. Just paint your nails with a base coat and a background shade, then choose another color for the reindeer and apply it to the stamp. Scrape off the excess, then press on.
5. Holly
Whether it's on an accent nail or you paint it on all 10 of your digits, a sprig of holly is totally festive. Use a red nail polish for the berries and a green polish for the leaves, then add a top coat to seal the design.
6. Glitter
A glitter mani for New Year's is the perfect accessory. Just paint on your base coat as usual, then apply a few layers of a polish like Lippmann Collection – Happy Birthday Nail Lacquer. Paint on a top coat and you'll be sparkling just like that champagne!
7. Hanukkah-inspired
If you're celebrating Hanukkah this year, whip out your blue, white, gold and silver polishes and get creative putting together a fun design. You could go with dreidels, menorahs, stars of David or whatever else you can think of!
8. Snowman
What's cuter than a snowman manicure? Get out your white nail polish and create three circular shapes to form his body on an accent nail, then use colors like black, orange, blue and red to add on his features. A top coat will ensure that your handiwork stays put for days.
9. Bows
What present is complete without a big bow tied on top? Turn your nails into gifts by painting off-centered crosses on each nail, then adding bows in the center of each one. A little sparkle will make them extra special.
10. Gingerbread man
Make your manicure super sweet with gingerbread man accent nails. Just paint a background color, then use a brown polish for his body and add decorations like eyes, clothes or hats. How cute!
Put fright into your night with Halloween-inspired nails
Monday, October 29th, 2012
From eerie cobwebs to creating your own Frankenstein, what better time to get creative with your nails than Halloween? Consider a few of these tips to put the fright into your night come All Hallow's Eve!
Spinning a web of style
Cobwebs are super-trendy look for Halloween and can complement a variety of different costumes, which is perfect if you plan on switching it up over the course of several days! Just grab a black, nylon-based nail polish that won't chip easily and use this as a base coat. Once you're done, use a white or metallic polish to etch spooky cobwebs onto your digits.
It's alive – on your nails!
Want to bring new life to your party? You don't have to be the Bride of Frankenstein to rock one of the best nail looks of the season – your very own Frankenstein. Just grab a bottle of bright green nail polish and coat this over your nails. Once your base polish has dried, use your black polish to paint the bottoms of your digits. This will help you round out the face of Frankenstein and give an exciting burst of color to your fingertips.
Gently use the polish brush to make out eyes and a mouth. You won't believe how dynamic this style is until you're done!
How well do you care for your hands?
Monday, October 29th, 2012
Hands are essential to our daily lives and can be a great place to show off the latest jewelry and beauty trends, yet when was the last time you devoted your attention to your digits? From dry skin to inflamed cuticles, the signs of wear and tear on hands are obvious. Consider these tips to rejuvenate your palms and keep them feeling soft!
Did you know that almonds are one of the best things in the world for your skin? In addition to being a great source of vitamin E, almonds can help slough away toxins and reduce fine lines, wrinkles and other blemishes. While you may be thinking that your mitts aren’t susceptible to age marks, you couldn’t be more wrong! However, with Caswell-Massey – Almond and Aloe Hand Cream with Silk, you can leave your hands feeling silky smooth and wrinkle-free.
Cuticles are another major concern, and if neglected, can potentially ruin the look of your manicure and freshly painted nails. You should avoid cutting your cuticles at all costs, as this can damage the sensitive skin around your nails, and instead opt for a hassle-free cuticle remover that will allow you to push back cuticles without hassle.
Say hello to a cool new manicure trend: the sideways French
Thursday, October 25th, 2012
You might think you've seen it all when it comes to French manicures: glittery tips, colorful tips, ombre tips and so on. But there's a new manicure trend in town that's edgy, sporty and chic all in one. That's the sideways French manicure.
According to Glamour magazine's beauty blog, this sideways stripe is easy to achieve the same way you would create a regular French manicure, only you'll be sectioning off the sides of your nails, not the tips. Use a sticker specifically meant for this purpose (which you can find at a local drugstore) or simply use a piece of scotch tape that's been pressed against your skin first. This ensures that it's not sticky enough to rip off your base coat.
Paint your nails with the base color of your choice, then let them dry completely, which will take about 30 minutes. Now use the sticker or tape to create a line along the side of your nail. It doesn't matter which side you choose, but you'll want to keep it the same on each nail. However, you could try making the line on the opposite side of the nails on your other hand.
Finally, use another nail polish color and paint inside the area sectioned off by the sticker or tape. After a few minutes, carefully take the sticker or tape off and then apply your top coat as usual. Chic, right?
Are you abusing your nails?
Thursday, October 18th, 2012
When it comes to anti-aging skincare, savvy women know to devote as much attention to their hands as they do their complexions. How come? It's simple, really. Hands can reveal a lot about a person's overall health and wellness. But even if hands are the pinnacle of your priorities, you may find that your nails aren't as sharp-looking as you'd like.
The problem with your talons may come down to something as simple as bad habits. Your mom probably shook her head whenever she saw you munching away on your nails as a kid, and if this is a quirk you've carried over from childhood, chances are it's one of the main reasons your nails aren't in great shape. If you've also been neglecting to care for your cuticles, your nail beds could be overrun in the worst kind of way possible by cuts and inflammation.
By applying an ultra-hydrating cuticle oil treatment to the base of your nails on a regular basis, all the nutrients you'll need will be right at your fingertips.
One of the other major problems that nails contend with is yellowing. Smoker's beware – this vexing dilemma is often directly correlated to nicotine usage. However, frequent nail polish use can also lend a yellowish tint to your talons. To overcome this, be sure to grab a multi-functional enamel polish that acts as a base and fixing coat to correct any discolorations. Not only will you see a difference in the way polish looks when applied, but you'll also be sporting stronger, healthier nails!
How to get the “blood-dipped” nails from Prabal Gurung
Thursday, October 11th, 2012
If you're looking for a creepy nail look to wear this Halloween, the nail art from Prabal Gurung's recent runway show is the perfect choice. Referred to as "blood-dipped nails," the effect makes it seem like blood is dripping down the tips of your fingers – great for a spooky costume. Here's the how-to.
First, choose a hydrating base coat and a shade of polish that will make the blood. A bright red could work, but it might look more realistic to choose a darker shade of red-purple. Of course, it's totally up to you!
Once you have the polish picked out, grab a small brush, like one that you'd use for lipstick or eyeliner. Even a regular paintbrush will work just fine. You'll need more precision than you'd get with the regular nail polish brush.
Now create drip shapes by painting from the center of your nail down to the tips. They shouldn't be uniform at all – different heights, shapes and widths look the most convincing. You might even want to make a few blobs that aren't attached to anything.
Once you've made the drippy lines, connect them at the tips of your nails by painting a line like you would if you were doing a French manicure. It doesn't have to be perfect – in fact, it shouldn't be! When that's all set, finish up by painting on a quick-dry top coat. Creepy, right?
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