In The Know
Gentlemen Prefer French Manis
According to Glamour magazine's February 2012 issue, men prefer simple French manicures, while women are more likely to appreciate fingertips with interesting designs and nail art.
Minx Polish Strips in Silver
The February 2012 issue of Harper's Bazaar deems custom-designed Minx nail polish strips in silver a must-try trend.
CND Says Bright Nails for Spring
For spring 2012, "it's all about using nail color as a fashion accessory," says Jan Arnold, founder of CND. And according to Glamour magazine's February 2012 issue, the hue of the moment is Carrot orange, like CND Colour in Electric Orange.
Plum Polish
According to InStyle's February 2012 issue, Jennifer Hudson was spotted at a charity event in New York City wearing OPI's Dutch 'Ya Just Love OPI? nail lacquer.
"Statement Nails" on the Rise
InStyle's February 2012 issue reports that "statement nails" are having a major moment in today's fashion.
Orange 3-D Nails for Winter
Teen Vogue's February 2012 issue suggested orange 3-D nails for winter.
Neon Beauty Tools
Tweezerman's Slant Tweezers were listed in Lucky Magazine's February 2012 list of new (and neon!) beauty products for quality makeovers.
Websites Worth Watching: Schoon Scientific
Doug Schoon is a well-known chemist in the nail industry who has been instrumental in keeping nail techs, salon owners, and clients informed on important scientific findings regarding the nail industry.
Nicki Minaj's 2012 Beauty Launches
Nicki Minaj has two major beauty launches hitting stores, according to the February 2012 issue of Essence magazine.
How to Wear Nude Nails
According to Lucky magazine's February 2012 issue, celebrity nail tech Jenna Hipp and RBG owner Gina Carney collaborated on this line of four gorgeous neutrals called Nail Foundation. The nail stylist was on a quest to create the perfect nude shades and answered a few questions along the way.
Britain & Ireland Next Top Models Get Lacquered Up by Manicurist Pebbles Aikens
After a successful Week at London Fashion Week, nail tech Pebbles Aikens was called upon to lead the Catwalk show for Joey Bevan at Britain & Irelands Next Top Model Live 2011.
Six New Nail Designs
Celebrity Nail Tech Lisa Logan has created six new nail designs currently featured in the February 2012 issue of Cosmopolitan.
Crimson Nails
Cosmopolitan, in its February 2012 issue, suggested that women try dousing their nails in crimson colors, such as Nicole by OPI's Kourt is Red-y for a Pedi.
Marketed-to-Men Nail Polish
According to Cosmopolitan, certain polish brands are starting to market lines catering to men. For example, EvolutionMan's lacquers have the tagline "for the no-nonsense rebel inside all of us."
Essie for "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo" Star
Rooney Mara, star of recently released film "The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo," was featured on the cover of Allure's January 2012 issue wearing Essie's nail polish in Power Clutch.
Aquatic Nails Seen on Runways
According to Marie Claire's January 2012 issue, an ethereal sea-nymph look has been spotted all over the runways. To "catch" on, try offering SpaRitual's Nail Lacquer in Ebb & Flow.
Reptile Nails
According to the January 2012 issue of Self Magazine, a surprising 82 percent of Self.com readers would wear a trendy snakeskin mani. Here are a few tips on how to achieve the look.