Cuccio LED Cap Nail Polish
The Real Simple April 2014 issue highlights an illuminating new polish - Cuccio Colour Spotlight LED Cap Nail Polish. When you push the cap, you turn on a light to help you focus on painting your flawless manicure. Plus, the polish comes in 100 different colors.
Year of the Orchid
Pantone announced that Radiant Orchid will be the color of the year for 2014.
by Beth Livesay
Trend Watch: '90s
Logos, overalls, plaids, and florals are all back as an ode to this colorful and bold decade.
by Beth Livesay
Not Your Typical Top Coat
This spring, OPI launches new color-tinted top coats called Sheer Tints.
Contrasting Mani
Glamour's February Issue discusses a fresh take on old colors: two-tone nails with a deep marine blue and a soft green. To do your own, paint first a layer with a blue like Zoya Nail Polish in Edie. Let dry and then accent with a green like Alexa on the moon only. TIP: To make a perfect moon, use a eyeliner brush.
Spring 2014 Polish Preview: A "Pop" of Color
This spring’s mouth-watering shades take us back in time to the soda shoppe, with its dazzling array of colors on every shelf. From cool pastels to juicy citrus shades, we found the sweetest hues in every bottle.
by Tracy Rubert
Hot Tips
In the Jan/Feb 2014 issue of Shape Magazine, four great DIY manis are highlighted for a great look in the office or out on the town.
The New Pointy Look
The February Issue of Lucky Magazine reveals a much talked-about trend. The manicure of the moment is long, sculpted, and definitely pointy. You've probably seen Adele's sharp almond-shaped nails at the Golden Globes, or perhaps Katy Perry's long stiletto nails at the Met Ball. More and more women are going for this sophisticated look, eventually becoming accustomed to the length to do every day things.
New Neutrals
February's Cosmopolitan gives advice for five professional and trendy nail colors to keep you stylish while you're trying to land the job of your dreams. Colors include: Nudist by Sonia Kashuk, Fade to Greige by Ciate, Purity by Zoya, Eclipse by Topshop, and After School Boy Blazer by Essie.
An iPhone App for Manicure Lovers
For your clients who are nail nuts, Mani Diaries is a free iPhone application that allows them to track, manage, and share pictures and details about their manicures and pedicures.
Fine Jewelry for the Fingers
The Bohem concept was dreamed up by jewelers Joe Vella, Raj Lawla, and Kam Lawla who collectively have spent over 40 years developing the highly specialized skills needed for intricate jewelry production. Their concept is simple: high-quality jewelry for the nails made from precious metals.
China Glaze and Ardell Sponsor Glam-athon
In November, more than 300 Miss California USA Contestants met in Long Beach, Calif., for a glamour-filled day with China Glaze Nail Lacquer and Ardell Lashes.
CND Encourages Women to “Go With A Pro!”
Despite an increased emphasis on DIY beauty in the consumer landscape, many women prefer to leave the work to the professionals.
India Holds First Nailathon
In January, nail technicians from all over India showcased their skills at the StyleSpeak Nailathon — India’s first professional nail championship.
Accessories to Match
Go to the website of London-based nail artist and blogger Sam Fulton and you’ll find plenty of gorgeous pre-painted nail sets in her online store — many of them with matching nail polish jewelry.
by Judy Lessin
Trend Watch: Hologram
Ever so prismatic, this mix of color is like an optical illusion.
by Beth Livesay
Anything But Uniform
Chi Couture updates three of its looks for 2014.
by Beth Livesay