Go Bold this Fall With A Pretty In Pink OPI Mani

Who says you can't wear bright nail colors in the fall? I reached back into one of OPI's older collections and came out with this very vivid pink. This season, why not make your nails stand out with That's Hot! Pink by OPI nail lacquer, #B68 (available at H Beauty Bar)! This bright pink from the OPI Brights Collection, is heavily-pigmented and sizzles with bold color!

The best thing about OPI's polishes, aside from the great colors, is that they are all Formaldehyde-Free, Toulene-Free, super rich, long-lasting, chip-resistant with shine that lasts up to 7 days, and wonderfully affordable.

For more information on OPI nail lacquers, visit www.opi.com.

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All About Essie Glitter Polish!

Wanna add a little sparkle to your mani this season. Then grab one of Essie's fab glitter polishes. Wear alone or as a top coat. My favorites are a cut above a shattered pink diamond glitz lacquer from the Luxeffects collection and summit of style, a metallic nude.

Why Essie Glitter Polish? These sparkling nail colors are:

- High, glossy shine finish
- Provides flawless coverage along with outstanding durability
- Super affordable
- Compliments guaranteed

Check out these two dazzling glitter nail polishes below:

Both colors are available on www.essie.com.

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Revlon Gel Envy Lingerie x Ashley Graham Collection

Revlon has the perfect nail collection with Brand Ambassador Ashley Graham to match your cozy vibe this Fall. Revlon’s Gel Envy Lingerie x Ashley Graham is an undeniably chic and sexy nail polish collection inspired by Ashley’s lingerie line. Drape your nails in a range of nudes that will be the finishing touch to any Fall beauty look.

Made with Revlon’s exclusive Gel Envy formula that help nails lock in natural moisture, the collection contains conditioning oil to make nails feel stronger than ever. The Revlon Gel Envy Lingerie x Ashley Graham collection ($8.79), is a luscious collection of 6 shades ranging from skin tone creams and fabric-inspired shimmers and lace. It features 3 creamy nude shades and 3 lingerie fabric shades, inspired by Ashley's lingerie line, and a wide-angle brush.

It boasts up to 7 days of color and its conditioning oil makes nails feel stronger, harder and protected and while helping lock in nail’s natural moisture. They are made without Formaldehyde, Toluene, DBP, Formaldehyde Resin or Camphor.

The Revlon Gel Envy Lingerie x Ashley Graham features 6 Shades and they include (in order of appearance):

Bare It Girl - a glossy, natural beige
Un-Peach Me - a glossy, peachy nude
Corset Affair - a glossy, metallic deep nude
Standing Ovation - a glossy, metallic lilac pink
Silky Negligee - a glossy, metallic silver
Need More - a glossy, rich brown

The Revlon Gel Envy Lingerie x Ashley Graham collection is available now on www.Amazon.com.

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Transition Your Nails to Fall with Tweezerman

Summer is officially over and it's time to think about your Fall nail goals. Was summer a bit rough on your nails? Then it's time to get your nails back in shape for Fall with the help of the four Tweezerman user-friendly nail tools featured below:

Let the Stainless Steel Fingernail Clipper, Pushy & Nail Cleaner, Neon Filemates, and the Rockhard Cuticle Nipper keep your nails looking  manicure ready. You can achieve healthy and strong nails at-home by giving your nails the quick and easy maintenance they need to ensure they look their best.

Stainless Steel Fingernail Clipper ($7.00)

Precisely trim fingernails with this tool. The clippers feature sharp, strong stainless-steel cutting edges for easy manicure maintenance.

Pushy & Nail Cleaner ($18.00)

Tweezerman’s cuticle pusher and nail cleaner is a mani-pedi essential. This 2-in-1 tool combines their famous Pushy cuticle pusher with a convenient nail cleaner for at-home manicures.

Neon File Mates ($7.00)

High-quality, professional nail files for expert nail shaping and filing. Neon Filemates come in a 3-pack.

Rockhard Cuticle Nipper ($26.00)

Sharp and durable, the Rockhard Cuticle Nipper is key for at-home manicures. High performance blades make trimming cuticles easy.

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Runway Nail Report: Essie for Jeremy Scott Spring/Summer 2020 Collection

Essie brought out a bit of colorful pop art for the Jeremy Scott Spring/Summer 2020 Collection. The colorful mani perfectly complimented the 80's rocker-chic collection.

Manicurist Miss Pop was inspired by the "geometric shapes, metallic western boots, animal prints, and saturated colors" found in Jeremy Scott's spring/summer 2020 show. Here's how to achieve this runway nail look for yourself:

step 1: apply here to stay base coat for a smooth polish application
step 2: dab “random splotches” of mod square (electric pink), in the cab-ana (vibrant aqua), butler please (bright blue), and hay there (buttery yellow) across 80% of the nail
step 3: use a detail brush dipped in licorice or no place like chrome to carve out confetti-like shapes
step 4: for the “squiggle” design, apply two coats of licorice across the entire nail
step 5: use a detail brush dipped in no place like chrome to create the shapes
step 6: layer over the shapes with a detail brush dipped in mod square, hay there, butler please, or in the cab-ana
step 7: once dry, set with speed.setter top coat
step 8: finish by moisturizing cuticles with apricot cuticle oil

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Runway Nail Report: Essie for Christian Siriano Spring/Summer 2020 Collection

Essie nail polish was the go-to nail polish brand for several Spring/Summer 2020 NYFW shows this season. One of which was Christian Siriano's stunningly vibrant and colorful show.

Manicurist Julie Kandalec drew inspiration for this "painterly" French tip mani from Christian Siriano's spring/summer 2020 collection. To recreate this mani at home, follow these steps:

step 1: prep nails with one coat of here to stay base coat
step 2: use a detail brush to apply turquoise & caicos along the tip of the nail from side to side, cleaning up the shape with an angled eyeliner brush dipped in acetone
step 3: apply set in stones, stopping just before the French tip so that the silver glitter is flush against the seafoam polish
step 4: add another coat of turquoise & caicos over the tip to intensify the color
step 5: sweep a second layer of set in stones over the top and dab the brush to build the glitter
step 6: once dry, set with a layer of speedsetter top coat
step 7: finish by moisturizing the skin around nails with apricot cuticle oil

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Say HELLO to Fall With Morgan Taylor Forever Marilyn Fall 2019 Collection

Introducing Morgan Taylor’s second Marilyn Monroe inspired collection, Forever Marilyn. It boasts six sultry shades that focus on the natural beauty and charisma that Marilyn Monroe always exuded. With the success of the first collection, Morgan Taylor is releasing six NEW elegant and exciting shades reminiscent of Marilyn's classic Hollywood beauty and effortless glamour.

“There is no fashion or beauty icon that is more well-known than Marilyn Monroe,” says Danny Haile, CEO and Founder of Morgan Taylor Lacquer. “We are thrilled that we have the opportunity to release a brand new collection with six shades all inspired by Marilyn. Her timeless glamour and unapologetic attitude fit well with the energy of Morgan Taylor.”

While Marilyn Monroe will always be known for her ultra-sultry glamorous side, the six shades of this collection focus in on the natural beauty and charisma that she always exuded. From All American Beauty, to That’s So Monroe, Some Girls Prefer Pearls, and Classic Red Lips; these gorgeous shades embody the elegance of the star that is Marilyn Monroe. The six Forever Marilyn Fall 2019 nail lacquer collection includes:

• Some Girls Prefer Pearls – White Shimmer
• All American Beauty – Sheer Soft Nude
• A Girl and Her Curls – Eggplant Shimmer
• That’s So Monroe – Cool Brown Shimmer
• Flirty and Fabulous – Teal Crème
• Classic Red Lips – Tomato Red Crème

The Morgan Taylor Forever Marilyn Fall 2019 Collection from Morgan Taylor is available for a limited time now at www.ulta.com and www.sallybeauty.com. Each bottle retails for $9.50 each. All Morgan Taylor Lacquers are fast-drying, 5-free, easy to apply, and are loved by top nail techs who cater to celebrities.

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Runway Nail Report: Get The Zero + Maria Cornejo X 10 Free Chemistry Nails

Zero + Maria Cornejo’s collection was inspired by the age of innocence. This collection is a move to reclaim the naiveté and hopefulness of that age of discovery and possibility, but, as always, seen through a modern lens. Inspired by the collection’s freshness and simplicity, Nail Artist Betina Goldstein created unique polka dots using 10 Free Chemistry, a NEW line of nontoxic, vegan, and cruelty-free nail polish that is thicker, stronger, more durable/chip-resistant, high gloss, and long wear.

GET THE LOOK:

1. Apply Prep With Peptides – Base Coat’ to clean, filed nails
2. Apply 1 coat of Peonies, a delicate, barely there, sheer pink
3. Apply Pep In Your Step Clear High Gloss Top Coat
4. Using a fine nail art brush, create one large circle on nail where you wish with Moon Beam or Moody Blue
5. Apply Matte Magic Top Coat on the circle only

Prep with Peptides – Base Coat, $18.00: Give your nails the royal treatment with our Nail-NRGY Bio-Peptide infused base coat. This clear adhesive base coat will help extend the life of your polish while providing your natural nails extra nutrients.

Peonies, $18.00: Peonies is a delicate, barely there, sheer pink. A go to shade that's long lasting, full coverage, and chip resistant with a glossy finish.

Pep In Your Step - Clear High Gloss Top Coat, $18.00: Long Lasting, Chip Resistant, and High Shine. Nails won't be Clear High Gloss Top Coat.

Moon Beam, $18.00: Moon Beam will have you making a statement. You can’t go wrong with this trendy Alabaster White, a long lasting, full coverage, and chip resistant crème nail polish with a glossy finish.

Moody Blue, $18.00: Moody blue is a dark powder blue with a hint of sass. It's a long lasting, full coverage, and chip resistant crème nail polish with a glossy finish.

Matte Magic Top Coat, $18.00: Long Lasting, Chip Resistant, and Matte Finish this top coat will transform your nail’s appearance from high shine to a chic matte. Simply apply to the top of your painted nail, let dry, and then you’re ready to rule the world.

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Fall Season Fun With Essie Nail Polishes

The best way to start the fall season is with a fresh mani! I made sure to start my season with some pretty polishes from Essie!

On my tips you can see all daisy long as the white shimmer base topped with some the pretty pink glittered polish, a cut above. If you want your nails chic and stylish this season stick with Essie nails polishes!

Both colors are available on www.essie.com for under $10.00!

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Mani Magic with Morgan Taylor's Platinum Illusions Collection

Do you love duochrome nail lacquers? Of course you do! Then have we got a stunning collection for you. Morgan Taylor recently launched their new Illusions 2019 collection, adding to their luxurious Platinum range! Available in a range of six multi-dimensional reflective shades that shift to leave you utterly mesmerized. The new shades range from beguiling bronze to alluring amber and everything in between.

“We are so excited to be bringing out the newest installment in the Platinum line!” say namesakes Morgan Haile and Taylor Daniel. “The Platinum Illusions collection has a fun and unique duo-chrome finish offering shades that can be worn in the Summer and even into the Fall and Winter!”

The Morgan Taylor Platinum Illusions 2019 collection includes:

• Can You See My Aura? - White Duo-chrome
• Don’t Jump to Illusions - Silver Duo-chrome
• Seeing Double - Purple Duo-chrome
• Oh So Shifty - Green Duo-chrome
• Morph with Me - Bronze Duo-chrome
• Vanished Before My Eyes - Amber Duo-chrome

The Illusions 2019 Platinum Collection is available for a limited time at www.ulta.com and www.saltearthapa.com. The nail lacquers retail for $11.99 per bottle and $17.50 for the mini 4-pack. All always, all Morgan Taylor Lacquers are fast-drying, 5-free, easy to apply.

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Pretty in Pastel: ella+mila Bonbon Collection

There's still time to celebrate and enjoy the colors of the summer season. Today we highlight a nail polish brand that's new to us and we're excited about the collection we're sharing today and hope to share much more from the brand. Say hello to ella+mila, a cruelty-free, vegan nail polish line that offers over 140 color shades to date.

In addition to being chip-resistant, quick-dry and high-shine, ella+mila nail colors are classified as a seven chemical-free product that are certified by PETA. That's right, these nail polishes are free from Formaldehyde, Toluene, DiButyl Phthalate (DBP), Formaldehyde Resin, Camphor, TPHP, and Xylene. Today we're highlight their oh-so-pretty pastel summer collection, the ella+mila Bonbon Collection.

The 8-pc nail polish collection features 13.3 ml bottles in the following colors:

• Dulce Amor - Grey-ish rosey lavender
• French Kiss - Peachy pink coral
• Late Night Tart - Sheer shimmery lavender
• Midnight In Paris - Sheer pale pinky-lavender shimmer
• Dessert Island - Nude with slight shimmer
• Pistache - Pale green
• Sweet Tooth - Peachy Summer pink (matte finish)
• My Baby Blue - Baby blue

The perfect for summer, ella+mila Bonbon Collection is available for $65.00 for the entire set and $10.50 for each bottle on www.ellamila.com.

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Morgan Taylor's Rocketman Summer 2019 Collection

Inspired by the new Rocketman movie coming out at the end of this month, Morgan Taylor Lacquer launches a bright summer collection that features seven vibrant shades. It boasts ultra-bright pinks, rich purples and teals, and is complemented by Bedazzle Me, a luxe glitter overlay that gives each color its own disco ball vibe.

There are seven NEW Morgan Taylor colors to choose from. Check them out below:

1. Just Me & My Piano – Purple Crème
2. Sir Teal To You – Teal Shimmer
3. Put On Your Dancin’ Shoes – Red Crème
4. It’s The Shades – Hot Pink Crème
5. Tickle My Keys – Bright Pink Crème
6. Glow Like A Star – Yellow Crème
7. Bedazzle Me – Glitter Overlay

The nail polish retails for $9.50 per bottle and $14.95 for the mini 4-pack. All Morgan Taylor Lacquers are fast-drying, 5-free, easy to apply.

The Morgan Taylor Rocketman Summer 2019 collection is available for a limited time starting this month at www.ulta.com and www.saltearthspa.com. 

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NEW Sally Hansen Insta Dri X Jelly Belly Collection

Hey nail polish addicts, are you ready for nails that are good enough to eat? Treat yourself to a candy colored manicure, with the NEW Sally Hansen Insta Dri X Jelly Belly collection. A sweet new twist on the classic Insta Dri formula, this collection transforms Jelly Belly’s wildly popular flavors into your favorite quick dry polish. These vibrant shades are the perfect way to welcome Spring. Perfect for the woman on the go- one stroke, one coat, and you’re ready to go in 60 seconds.

The full range of polish shades from this remarkably sweet collection, 11 in total, include these yummy colors:

• Very Cherry: Ripe and ravishing, this primary red cream shade is a classic take on a delicious cherry red.
• Bubble Gum: This party-perfect candy pink won’t burst your bubble.
• Tutti Fruitti: A confetti like polish adorned with multi colored sparkles will look good enough to eat (but it’s not!).
• Buttered Popcorn: Watch a flick or take your tips out on the town in this pale yellow cream hue tinged with platinum sparkle.
• Blueberry: Sweet and juicy, this deep true blue makes a statement.
• Green Apple: Vibrantly verdant, this crisp light green hue delights.
• Berry Blue: Opt for a brighter take on a medium blue tint and be berry impressed.
• Island Punch: Relax beachside with a fruit-infused drink and this vivacious violet.
• Coconut: Creamy and dreamy, this pure white mod shade evokes coladas by the pool.
• Strawberry Cheesecake: Treat yourself to a pale pink polish punctuated with hot pink glitter.
• Peach: Fresh and fabulous, this hue features coral-colored sparkles for an iridescent effect.

Grab your favorite Sally Hansen Insta Dri X Jelly Belly collection color(s) for $4.99 each at drugstores nationwide.

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Skyy Hadley's Summer Nail Polish Color Picks to End the Winter Blues

Celebrity Manicurist and owner of As U Wish Nail Spa, Skyy Hadley, is giving her top picks for nail polishes to end your winter blues. Using two of our favorite nail polish brands, Skyy shares the vibrant hues that are sure to make your nails stand out this summer.

Bright Orange: This vibrant tone looks great on all skin tones and adds a pop of fun to your cold-weather wardrobe Skyy’s Polish Pick: Sally Hansen’s Xtreme Wear in Sunkissed. This line offers amazing strength and shine, as well as long-lasting, chip free color!

Metallic: Spicing up your nails doesn’t always need to be with color. Changing the finish to a metallic shade is a fun and easy way to make your manicure stand out! Skyy’s Polish Pick: Sally Hansen’s Mega Strength in Persis-tint. A super fun shade with an even better finish, this iridescent purple screams spring! For the ultimate finish, pair with the Sally Hansen Mega Strength Top Coat.

Deep Green: The holidays aren’t the only time to rock a shimmering green nail. This shade is perfect for those who want to keep it tame and stick to dark shades for the winter months. Skyy’s Polish Pick: Zoya nail polish in Ivanka. This mermaid-esque shade is exactly what you need to get through the winter months.

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