In The Know
Color Mates
Allure says to keep your lips and tips in sync.
Debit Card Fees to Reduce by 80% July 21
The U.S. Senate voted down a proposal that would have delayed the change in fee regulations for two more years.
A Red Tragedy
Are long red nails sexy?
Polish-free Cuticles
Allure’s Beauty Reporter looks at some painter’s tape for nails.
Are Chips Ever “In”?
InStyle’s Reader Poll asks whether chipped nails are Tacky, Not a Big Deal, or A Cool Look.
Animal-Inspired Buys
Teen Vogue’s 10 Most Wanted includes a fun group of products inspired by the animal kingdom.
Color Notes
InStyle’s Mail section highlights reader-submitted fashion and beauty looks inspired by past stories in the magazine.
Staying Stylish on a Budget
InStyle‘s Impress for Less shares advice from stylist Laura Ferrara on her tips for a great outfit under $100. One of the finishing touches from Ferrara was a great pedicure using OPI nail lacquer in You Don’t Know Jacques.
Hip Shapes
Cosmopolitan’s Beauty Q & A answers the question: What’s the It nail shape right now? Celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik answered, the squoval shape continues to rule. Not only is the shape very flattering, but it also prevents nails from breaking due to the stronger corners, according to the mag.
All Aboard!
Produced by Ship To Shore and Vicki Peters, Nail Those Profits at Sea will set sail for the 21st time on January 15, 2012 for a seven-day cruise onboard Carnival’s Glory.
Nail Techs Form a New Industry Trade Association
“The United Federation of Nail Technicians has formed to help provide nail techs with support and benefits normally found in other industries,” says federation president Erick Westcott.
Getting In On the Citrus Craze
Lemon yellow is the color of the moment, according to this month’s InStyle.
TDLR Reaches Out to Texas Techs
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) is now on Facebook and Twitter, offering you a great way to keep in touch.
Spring Crémes
Redbook features Jason Wu’s Colour & Effects Nail Collection for CND in its Pretty Smart section.
Guys Share Their Polish Color Picks
Cosmopolitan features the results of a guys’-only web poll and shares the shades guys want to see most on your pedicured toes.
Nails a la Mode
Runway-inspired manicures, crackle-effect polishes, and celebrity stiletto nails reign supreme in this month’s InStyle.
Beauty Pros Share Their Favorite Eye Products
InStyle’s Best Beauty Buys section showcases 10 great products for eyes, including Tweezerman’s Slant Tweezers.