In The Know
Teen Vogue Style Guide
Teen Vogue's April issue suggests matching bubblegum pink polish with blues of all hues.
Teen Vogue Readers' Choice Awards
Teen Vogue went through 159,000 reader entries of beauty favorites and names the best of the best. In polish, the winner was OPI , and the mag features OPI Nail Lacquer in Breathe Life.
Silver and Pink
Harper's Bazaar raves about Dior's new lacquers, Silver Pearl and Pink Ballet, in its April issue.
Metallic Dazzle
According to Glamour, shiny metallic nails will attract attention. For a lighter look, try clear glitter polish like this CoverGirl Boundless Color Nail Sparkle Topcoat in Disco Dazzle.
The Long Nail Trend
Glamour beauty columnist tells readers to consider getting "fakes" if long nails keep breaking.
Easy Crystal Nail Embellishments
Glamour gives readers an easy how-to guide for adding crystals to nails.
Don't Go Overboard with Bright Hues
While it's fun to experiment with color, be careful with bright nails, says Glamour magazine. "These neon shades don't go with frilly dresses," editors say.
Use Caution With Certain Essential Oils
Irritation and sensitivity are possible with the use of almost any essential oil, says Jimm Harrison, author of Milady’s Aromatherapy: Therapeutic Use of Essential Oils for Esthetics. This is one reason most aromatherapy experts recommend against using undiluted oils on the skin.
Get “Going Green” Off Your To-Do List
Salon owners looking to go green can suffer from information overload and become paralyzed, says Tamara Jercha, president of the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas (NAEFSS). “They do nothing because they don’t know where to start,” she says. Her solution: Begin with the Salon & Spa Sustainability Model, created by the NAEFSS.
Kristin Cavallari and Jennifer Garner's Polish Picks
Shape guest editors Kristin Cavallari of "The Hills" and Jennifer Garner, a star of "Valentine's Day," pick their favorite beauty products.
Spring Pastels Great on Short Nails
According to Allure magazine, "new lacquers in colors such as mint and robin's-egg blue look tempting on short nails." Clients and nail techs have an array of new pastel colors to choose from.
Join Alice in Wonderland with "Fairy-tale Fingers"
Self's March issue highlights OPI's new Alice in Wonderland-themed nail colors, out in time for Tim Burton's movie.
Teen Vogue Highlights Bird-Inspired Beauty Products
Among the 10 Most Wanted picks for March is Priti Nail Polish in Kingfisher Daisy--a shade reminiscent of a blue jay's distinct color.
Neon Nails on the Runway
Debroah Lippman used a hot melon shade on the nails of a Zac Posen model, while a white base coat under yellow polish brings out the fluorescence on a Rag & Bone model, as reported in Elle's March issue.
OPI to Match Elle's Spring Objects of Desire
Elle's March issue includes a Spring photo shoot of new objects of desire. On the model's nails: OPI Nail Lacquer in You Don't Know Jacques!
Gwen Stefani's L.A.M.B. Spring Show Includes '80s White Nails
For L.A.M.B.'s spring show, Gwen Stefani says style was "a modern twist on the 80's." This means quiffs, short white nails, and bright turquoise lids, according to Elle.
Elle Spring Picks are "Vibrant"
Elle's 'It List" for the spring include cool pastels, glitzy metallics and ombré neon. The list includes colors from Essie's The Art of Spring collection, in Pop Art Pink and Lilacism, which "give pastels a new cool."