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Olivia Van Iderstine is the director of content and community at the buzzy nail brand Olive and June. She says that prep is the most important part of a pedicure in order to make it last and look amazing. “All the behind-the-scenes prep is what really makes the difference,” she says. So, what are the essentials needed to do the perfect pedicure at home? While you can by kits that contain all of the tools you need for a proper at-home pedi, the general consensus seems to be that a foot file and toe separators are non-negotiable while things like a footrest are handy but more of a nice-to-have.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to ...

Nothing says summer quite like a bright manicure or a stand-out pedicure, and with sandal season now in full swing, we decided it was time to start thinking about the shades we want to wear on our talons and toes over the coming months.  The great thing about summer nail colours is that you’re guaranteed to find one to suit you, no matter what your dress sense may be. of course, there are bold shades of yellow and blue for maximalists, but then there are hues of white and terracotta that’ll appease those with minimal aesthetics, too. Throw nail art into the equation and the options are truly endless. Like everything else in the style ether, nail colours come in and about of fashion—so we reached out to some of the industry’s top nail artists, technicians, and ex...

From the often velvet-covered chairs to the glass bottles of beautiful colour lined neatly on marble-effect shelves, there’s many things that make a visit to the salon a magical experience—and one we’ve sorely missed. However, now that salons are allowed to open their doors once again, we intend on taking full advantage of our appointment with our nail technicians. How, you ask? By opting for some stunning nail art that we could never create ourselves at home.  Remember when nail art consisted of water-painted flowers and glittery dragons? Those were the days. However, after its short-lived moment in the early noughties, nail art really dropped off the grid for a little while. In stark contrast to the grandeur and excess of embellished talons and intricate patterns, f...

For me, there is something totally transformative about emerging from the nail salon with a fresh gel manicure. From the perfectly preened cuticles to the precisely applied colour, I always feel like I’m ready to take on the world when my nails have spent an hour under the care of a true professional. However, while nail salons are now back in business and ready to fulfill all of our summer nail art dreams, the last year has meant that I’ve had to embrace doing my own nails at home—a task that I absolutely hate. No matter how carefully I prep my nails, wait for the polish to dry, apply a top coat and then sit around aimlessly without touching anything my nails always chip, smudge or streak within hours of application. And while I’m totally willing...

In terms of beauty, nothing has the power to transition your look through different seasons quite like a manicure or nail art. Just as moody tones are synonymous with winter, bright and punchy hues go hand in hand with summer styling, and that’s precisely what we’re seeing more of in terms of nails right now.  You need only scroll on Instagram to see that colourful manicures are currently trending, as are fresh shades of white. And now that salons have reopened, nail art is once again proving seriously popular, with everything from daisies to summer’s new It check making an appearance on our feeds.  But which summer nail trend is right for you? To help you decide, we’ve rounded up 11 must-know looks for you to consider. Scroll on to see them...

With nail salons back open for business, my saved folder on Instagram is rapidly filling up with manicure inspiration for the season ahead and I’ve noticed that there’s one unexpected trend that’s trending right now: glitter nails. Yes, while pastel hues and cute nail art still look set to be a classic summer staple, the coolest girls are dressing up their nails with sparkly polishes and pops of shimmer. And I’m not mad about it. After all, while glitter nails have traditionally been popular during the winter months, the fact that party season was nonexistent last year means that glitter is coming out to play this summer instead. You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagi...

Easily the biggest print trend of 2021, checkerboard motifs initially began taking over our wardrobes, but now, they’re proving even more popular on the nail art circuit. Choose classic black and white or, for a summery spin, opt for pastel tones like The Hang Edit. The easiest way to achieve this look is to paint your nails a base colour, then use a dotting tool or toothpick to create the squares on top of it using a contrasting colour. Once you’ve mastered this technique, you can try adding negative space into the equation.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by chatting, sha...

There’s something about the non-permanent nature of nails that encourages more adventurous choices. Since you’re signing up for a maximum of three or four weeks with any particular design, you feel free to branch out and choose something experimental as opposed to say, a hair color that involves a much bigger commitment. A bold nail choice is just a fun way to test out new trends and express yourself with no strings attached.  Fashion girls, of course, already know this and are always introducing cool new nail designs I find myself saving to show my manicurist. Recently, I’ve noticed three designs sprinkled in my Instagram feed, and I predict you’re about to see them everywhere. From geometric shapes to reimagined florals, below are the ...

There’s something about wearing bright colours—be it by way of your clothing or your beauty routine—that just puts you in a good mood. And right now, we can’t think of a better time to lift our style with vivid hues and playful motifs. Handily, you needn’t invest in a whole new wardrobe to give your mood a joyful boost—in fact, one of the easiest and most-effective ways of elevating your style and making you feel happy is with a fun manicure. And recently, we’ve noticed that everyone seems to be opting for rainbow nails. Perhaps it’s the fact that many salons reopened last week but, over the last few days, we’ve lost count of how many rainbow-inspired nail looks we’ve seen. Some of the industry’s top nail technicians confirmed ...

Unsurprisingly, varnish sales have soared over the last 12 months, and painting our nails has become something of a cathartic pastime. Although our efforts cannot and will never compare to that of a professional, what we have discovered over the past year is that not all nail polish brands are created equal. Having inadvertently tried just about every nail polish brand out there between us, we’ve come to realise that some formulations really are superior, higher price points don’t always mean better quality, and chipping shouldn’t come standard. As always, we like to keep things positive, so instead of giving space to the brands that didn’t live up to our expectations, we’re spotlighting the brands that surpassed them.  From ...

One of the easiest and most cost-effective ways to transition your look between seasons is with a slick of fresh paint on your talons. While the moody colours of burgundy, black and navy always serve us well in the colder months, spring calls for a brighter polish palette. So which spring nail colours are we buying into? The classics. From orange-based reds and bubblegum pinks that look striking on all skin tones to the shade that minimalists always reach for, keep scrolling to discover the spring nail colours we’ll be wearing this season.  You Deserve to Make Money Even When you are looking for Dates Online. So we reimagined what a dating should be. It begins with giving you back power. Get to meet Beautiful people, chat and make money in the process. Earn rewards by ...

Along with gingham checks and basket bags, pastel nails are synonymous with springtime style. And now that we’ve turned a corner and officially entered the season, we’re keen to embrace the pretty manicure once more. Although pastels sound saccharine (we can almost taste the sugared almonds), that needn’t be the case. Of course, there are the petal-inspired shades of rose and lilac, but then there are the slightly punchier tones of mint and peach, which are arguably more in keeping with pared-back aesthetics. You might not think it, but pastel nail colours are also quite versatile. Although colourful, their powdery undertones loan themselves well to a multitude of other hues, meaning they’re less likely to clash with whatever you’re wearing than, say...