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  • 3 Things That Happen If You Don’t Use Activator for Dip Nails

    3 Things That Happen If You Don’t Use Activator for Dip Nails

    Being as curious as I am, after I have mastered the gel, acrylics, Shellac, and other standard techniques, I gave myself a task to find something unconventional, but not yet popular, and I found it in the form of dip nails. Dip nails use a combination of liquid and powder that’s used to create a…

  • Are Nail Primer And Dehydrator Really Necessary?

    Are Nail Primer And Dehydrator Really Necessary?

    It’s natural for people to want to optimize their time and to operate as efficiently as possible; removing all of the unnecessaries. That’s why it’s understandable why you want to know if certain steps in your nail polish regimen are necessary or just for frills. Here, I have answered if nail primers and dehydrators are…

  • 5 Ways To Make Your Street Color Nails Last Longer

    5 Ways To Make Your Street Color Nails Last Longer

    Quality manicure raises a woman’s confidence and self-esteem. But not all women will enjoy sitting in the salon for hours to get their nails done or try painting them at home. Color Street nails offer the ultimate solution for such women, take away the hassle of poorly-done manicures, and adorn your nails with a salon-quality…

  • Can a Normal Paintbrush Be Used for Acrylic Nails?

    Can a Normal Paintbrush Be Used for Acrylic Nails?

    Imagine you are at home, you have already removed the old set of manicures, and you have just prepared your nails for the new one when you realize you don’t have any brush for the acrylics at home. An instant reaction would be to panic, but don’t worry because there are some alternatives you could…

  • Why You Should Apply Primer On Acrylic Nails

    Why You Should Apply Primer On Acrylic Nails

    For sure you have noticed the latest trend between us ladies – who will have longer nails with the most original design. The music and film industries have really popularized artificial nails and it is understandable how their road to fame was so sleek – they save you the trouble of polishing your nails every…

  • A Guide To The Perfect Nail Care Routine

    A Guide To The Perfect Nail Care Routine

    There is no denying that our nails are an important aspect of our self-image. To appear well-groomed means to have clean, healthy nails. This is not something that happens without a solid nail care regime. You may be wondering: how can I take care of my nails and keep them healthy? Having healthy nails means…

  • How to File Down Your Dip Nails?

    How to File Down Your Dip Nails?

    The dip powder manicure trend is taking the industry by storm, and many women are going for it.  Not only is it durable, but it also gives you the freedom to manipulate the manicure however you want. For example, you can paint over the dip manicure, file down the dip nails, etc.  After a dip…

  • How Do You Stop Your Acrylic Nails from Falling Off!

    How Do You Stop Your Acrylic Nails from Falling Off!

    There is nothing that looks so elegant in a woman than well-manicured acrylic nails. But everything changes if they unceremoniously start lifting and falling off. It is outright embarrassing and very annoying at the same time. This begs the question. How then do you stop your acrylic nails from falling off? You should start by…

  • This Is What Causes Shellac To Discolor

    This Is What Causes Shellac To Discolor

    It takes time and money to achieve that perfect manicure, therefore it is frustrating when it starts to discolor. From stains to total discoloration, one thing is on our minds: what causes shellac nails to discolor, and can discoloration be repaired or stains removed? Discoloration of shellac comes from exposure to harsh chemicals, makeup, or…

  • How to Use Mica Powder On Your Nails

    How to Use Mica Powder On Your Nails

    A pretty set of nails is just the right complementary touch to any getup. And there are so many different options you can play with when preparing your nails. One trend that has recently gained traction is using mica powder as a colorant. So, can you use this powder on your nail?  You can use…