It’s the year of the crazy nail polish colors, and we’re starting to see more and more wild colors on every single nail from black, to midnight black, and bright neon colors. So how do you choose which shade to sport? Well first, assess your situation. Are you a 9-5 girl working in an office setting? If so, you may want to stay away from really dark colors such as the popular black shades, as well as wild hues like bright green, blue, orange, or yellow. Instead, opt for a hot neon pink or a sparkly white…after all, you still have to look somewhat professional. Needless to say...

If there’s one thing I hate is spending my money at the nail salon, sitting there for hours and then having them chip within a few days. I say if you can do it yourself, save your money and use it on something better! Here is a step-by-step manicure that you can do at home and that’ll get your nails to look more than perfect. Invest in a Good Buffer If you don’t already have a 4-sided buffer, I suggest you invest in one – it’ll be your ultimate tool in getting gorgeous nails. Four-sided nail buffers have numbers on the side that let you know which part to use for...

If you’re looking to spice up your nail polish stack, quicksilver is your new best friend. This hot color was seen on all the runways as well as on tons of celebs like Lindsay Lohan and Mischa Barton. But if you’re skeptical about trying such a bold color, don’t worry there’s a metallic silver shade out there for everyone! Here are some of my favorite silver nail polishes. I absolutely love this nail polish color from Essie as it’s not too bold but it’s not boring either. Wear this color with practically anything! I love love looove the silver Dior nail poli...

There is so much information out there on pretty much anything, but you also can’t believe everything you hear or read. Especially when it comes to beauty, there are a lot of weird do’s and dont’s out there that aren’t always necessarily true. So I’ve uncovered the top 10 beauty myths out there which should help you get a better idea of what’s true and what isn’t. MYTH #1: RUBBING LEMON ON YOUR TEETH WILL GIVE YOU PEARLY WHITES This actually does work, but it comes with a price. While lemons do help you get lighter locks, they don’t really...

Since I just wrote a post about manicures, I thought it would be appropriate to let all of you guys in on a little secret. There are always people telling you left and right what products to use, and how to use them, but you can’t always trust that! So here’s a myth for everyone out there! When someone tells you that using cuticle oil or Vaseline will ensure a faster drying time, its NOT TRUE! The truth is…these products will actually cause the nail polish to peel off and lift. Just let your nails dry naturally for best results! ...

I just couldn’t wait to write about this new six-way nail buffer I just bought! It is seriously the greatest thing you can get for nail maintenance. It’s one buffer that does six different things! Who needs the salon when you’ve got this baby? I am talking about Life Essentials 6-Way Nail Buffer and it’s only $3! Not only does this buffer shape and smooth nails, but it also makes your nails shine, and removes dirt and discoloring. So how does it work? It’s very simple. This 6-way nail buffer has 6 different parts to it. The top part is the white buffering b...

This season, it’s all about darker nail polish hues, and blue is at the top of the list along with some classic colors such as red and deep purple. Navy blues as well as midnight blues are very popular this season and they go great with any white or navy outfit. Although blue nail polishes will make your nails seem a little shorter, you can file your nails to give off the impression of longer, more polished nails. File your nails so that the sides are square and the tip is more rounded. This will give your nails a cleaner, more polished look. If you don’t feel comfortable wi...

If there is one thing most women try to achieve but just can’t do it, is get longer nails. It’s hard to get your nails to grow because of so many things, including calcium deficiency. If your body does not get enough calcium, your nails tend to slow their growth and they become weak and brittle. Even if you do get enough calcium but your nails are still short and weak, it may be because that calcium doesn’t go through, in which case a lot of people have to take vitamins and calcium tablets. That being said, there are other factors which stop your nails from growing. One of th...