Diagonal French Nail Art
Ryoko Garcia of Bella Day Spa and Salon in Navarre, Fla., shows how to make this diagonal French nail art design.
Ryoko Garcia of Bella Day Spa and Salon in Navarre, Fla., shows how to make this diagonal French nail art design.
Karrie Bowers of Morgantown, W.Va., shows how to make this French twist befitting for any bride-to-be.

Ryoko Garcia of Bella Day Spa and Salon in Navarre, Fla., shows how to make this diagonal French nail art design.
Rosa Vargas, Palm Springs,Fla.
Check out this round up of pink French manicures for inspiration.
Alexandra Barbosa, Aly's Nails, Belleville, N.J.

Blanca Martinez, Mia Secret International Master Educator, shows a step-by-step tutorial. Steps: 1. Prep the nail by filing and applying Mia Secret Nailprep – Dehydrator and Xtrabond Primer for a better adhesion. Mix up Mia Secret Cover Pink and Multibalance natural pink acrylic powder, to begin extending the nail bed and give a more-natural look.2. Sculpt the free edge with Mia Secret White acrylic powder.3. Shape and smooth the nail structure with Mia Secret 100/100 Speedy Zebra file.4. Use a square nail brush, acrylic painting and one-stroke technique to create a flower.5. Apply foil adhesive creating a beautiful decoration over the nail bed and smile lines. Cure for 45 seconds in Mia Secret Portable LED nail light.6. Place the foil over the adhesive, press it down for some seconds and take care off quickly. Repeat it as many times as required.7. Apply a coat of Stars of Splash – Gelux soak-off gel polish, cure for 45 seconds and remove sticky residues with Gel Cleanser. Apply Mia Secret UV Finish Gel – Ultra Shine and cure for 45 seconds. Condition and moisturize with Mia Secret Cuticle Oil.
Rosa Vargas, Palm Springs,Fla.
This week I have been doing more encapsulating acrylic practices. My foils made the cut.

Follow these steps to learn how to encapsulate angel hair for a fresh take on the French look.

This wheel kit from CinaPro features a bevy of charm and color.

Amy Becker shows how to create a fun twist, a black-and-white French 3-D gel nail design using Masterpiece gel paints and gel-polish.
Stephany Safronovich, Lovely Nails by Steph, Drayton Valley, Alberta, Canada
Michelle Bouma, Splendid Nail Creations, Ponoka, Alberta, Canada
OPI’s second season of collaboration with lead nail artist Miss Pop led to on-trend nail looks and twists on old favorites.
It’s no secret that when it comes to awards shows, the Grammys usually boast the best manis. This year was no exception, as shimmer, matte finish, and subtle nail art provided contrast to jaw-dropping outfits and performances.
Rachel Ho, Lili Nails, Webster, N.Y.