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Sunset ombré manicure with coral, gold and rose gold foilA sunset manicure brings together the colours that make nail art feel warm, playful and wearable: ripe coral, soft peach, glowing gold and the pink reflection…
How to Apply Loose Glitter Evenly Using a Silicone Tipped ToolLoose glitter can transform a plain manicure into a dimensional design, but scattered particles are rarely cooperative. They cling to the brush, collect in the…
China Glaze For Audrey vs. Emily de Molly Blue MondayChina Glaze For Audrey vs. Emily de Molly Blue Monday is a useful side-by-side test for anyone drawn to dark, quiet shades. Both can pass for understated…
Nail art tutorial: Negative space triangles with metallic striping tapeGeometric manicures can look more complicated than they are, especially when crisp edges meet the curve of the nail. The safest way to begin is with a strong…
Best base coats to prevent staining from dark polishDark lacquer can leave more than a temporary colour mark. A black or deep blue polish may create grey specks in the nail plate, while red, purple and brown…
Femme Fatale Sea Foam: Teal Shimmer With Pink FlashFemme Fatale Sea Foam is the kind of polish that changes personality between the first coat and the final photograph. In the bottle it reads as a cool…
Create a Neon Gradient with Sponge and White Base for Maximum PopNeon polish can look spectacular in the bottle, yet it often appears patchy, sheer or difficult to blend when applied at home. Creating a neon gradient with a…
Layering Stamps for Dimensional Floral Nail ArtThis stamping tutorial shows how a layering stamp can turn a flat floral image into a sequence of separate shapes: petals, shadows, leaves and fine outlines.…
OPI Dutch Ya Just Love OPI: A Muted Lavender Creme SwatchOPI Dutch Ya Just Love OPI is the kind of polish that rewards a second look. In the bottle it appears softly purple, yet the colour settles into a restrained…
How to Layer Sheer Jellies for a Custom Gradient FinishSheer jelly polishes are among the most flexible bottles in a nail enthusiast’s collection. Their translucent colour lets the layers show through, creating…