June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
No Smudges, No Smells
InStyle lists two innovative products for its readers, the Orly Smudge Fixer and a Revlon polish that smells good. Of the Smudge Fixer, celebrity manicurist Jenna Hipp tells the magazine, "This instantly corrects nicks and smudges on wet or dry polish. It's a must-have in my kit." The Revlon Nail Enamel Fruitful Temptations in Pretty in Payaya claims to have a papaya scent after drying.
Tags: ORLY, POLISH
June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
Mini Mani in a Travel-Size Bottle
InStyle's suggested travel products include a mini-sized Neiman Marcus lacquer, Le Metier de Beaute nail lacquer in Pink Peony. According to the magazine, "this unbearbly chic little bottle holds as much polish as the average person uses before the formula gets too gunky."
Tags: POLISH
June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
Purse-Sized Files for Nail Emergencies
Redbook recommends Tweezerman Matchbox Files in a purse-sized case. Files come in packs of 12 mini files.
Tags: FILES, TWEEZERMAN
June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
Glowing Summer Colors
Vogue says to go with the brights and neons this summer. Featured colors are: Essie's Funky Limelight (highlighter-pen yellow) and Perky Purple, Zoya's Paz (tangerine) and Ali (hot pink), and Pop's Mandarin (orange) and Turquoise.
Tags: ESSIE COSMETICS, POLISH, SEASONAL STYLES
June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
Lip Balm for Cuticles
A Los Angeles nail tech tells Self readers to use lip balm for emergency mending of jagged cuticles. She says to "rub around nails with a lip balm, which is richer than most moisturizers."
Tags: SKIN CARE
June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
Hollywood's Favorites
Hollywood insiders tell Self magazine their favorite beauty products. Jessica Sklar, partner at an entertainment marketing firm, loves OPI Nail Lacquer in Bubble Bath. "The sheer polish is elegant and understated," she says.
Tags: OPI PRODUCTS, POLISH
June 29 2009 - Nails In The News
Nail Art and News
Essence says to kick up manicures a notch with texture, color and fun pairings. Of modern nail designs, the magazine says, "think eighties, but more refined."
Also included are photos of nail art not to miss, including silver-streaked nails with silver foil leaf. Other art includes airbrushed nails in various hues, sophisticated black-and-whites with beads or crystals, and neon hues and fun designs.
The magazine has some color suggestions that range from nude to pastel to bold, and include colors from Sally Hansen, Lippmann Collection, OPI, Essie, YSL La Laque, M2M, and Revlon.
Arnold also gives readers these tips on making a manicure last:
1. Skip water manicures and opt for an oil soak or hand cream instead. Wear rubber gloves when washing dishes and cleaning to avoid weakening your nails.
2. Nourish nails nightly with oils.
3. Keep tips well coated with base and top coats.
To keep nails healthy, Essence says to determine "the length at which your nails begin to break, and note how your nails break to help you choose the correct base and formula. If your nails are weak and peel, use a hardening-strengthening base. If they are brittle, use a flexible coating." It also advises its readers to replenish nails with hydrating ingredients and to toss out heavy-grit files.
Finally, the magazine says this of cuticle control: "Your cuticles are living tissue deisned to protect new nail cells. When cut, they can begin to split and/or make room for bacteria to enter and cause a nasty infection. Also avoid pushing cuticles back with an orange stick or vigorous buffing."
Tags: AIRBRUSHING, ESSIE COSMETICS, LIPPMANN COLLECTION, NAIL ART, OPI PRODUCTS, SALLY HANSEN
May 27 2009 - Nails In The News
Coral to Brighten Fingers and Toes
Redbook says coral is the season's flirtiest, most festive shade. Try Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen Salon Nail Lacquer in Nasturtium, OPI Nail Lacquer in OPI on Collins Avenue, and Orly Nail Lacquer in Sol Cabana.
Tags: OPI PRODUCTS, ORLY, POLISH, SALLY HANSEN