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How to Find the Perfect Nude

With nude polishes, it's not about matching the polish to the skin tone, but rather focusing on choosing a shade with the right undertone.

by Staff
November 7, 2012
How to Find the Perfect Nude

 

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With nude polishes, it's not about matching the polish to the skin tone, but rather focusing on choosing a shade with the right undertone.

According to Redbook Mag's November 2012 "Beauty Tricks," clients with fair skin should go for a soft, slightly rose beige such as OPI's Samoan Sand.

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If a client has olive skin, try warm tan colors like Essie's Brooch the Subject. For darker skin, do a rich camel like CND's Desert Suede.

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