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Non-Cheesy Nail Art for the Over 30 Set (Total Beauty)

by Diana Ajih on January 23, 2012

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Non-Cheesy Nail Art for the Over 30 Set

Can nail art look classy on women in their 30s? We find out

 

Non-Cheesy Nail Art for the Over 30 Set

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As we get older, there are certain things we must say goodbye to. Glitter eyeshadow, pink hairstreaks, and cheesy Hello Kitty nail decals are a few. But we wondered: Is there a way to wear nail art after 30 without getting one-eyebrow-raised looks from your family, friends, and co-workers? Check out these grown-up nail art looks and decide for yourself.

 

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China Glaze Electropop Spring 2012 Collection

by Diana Ajih on January 9, 2012

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china glaze electropop spring 2012 collection

Spring is all about bold, electric color and China Glaze gives us a heavy dose with the release of its spring 2012 nail polish collection. Electropop collection comes in two kits: Electropop Brights and Electropop Lights. It features 12 lustworthy shades:

  • Techno- silver glitter
  • Aquadelic- creamy teal
  • Sunshine pop- golden yellow
  • Gaga for Green- creamy bright green
  • Make Some Noise- red/orange
  • Wicked Style- rosy pink
  • Fuchsia Fanatic- deep fuschia
  • Dance Baby- baby pink
  • Electric Beat- dusty blue
  • Kinetic Candy- sky blue
  • Sweet Hook- lilac
  • Gothic Lolita- shimmery mauve

China Glaze Electropop Spring 2012 Collection is now available at nail salons and some independently owned beauty supply stores. Don’t know when it will hit big chain stores like Ulta or Sally Beauty but hopefully by the end of January or early February.

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3 Long-lasting Manicures (Total Beauty)

by Diana Ajih on December 29, 2011

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3 Long-lasting Manicures

With these manis, chipped nails will be a thing of the past — see them now

 

3 Long-lasting Manicures

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We admit we’re just a little (okay, a lot) obsessed with our nails. We’re up to speed on every new nail art design, stick-on, and trendy color. So when we found out there were three new processes that promised to make our manicures last, we had to check them out. Want to see what they are?

 

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9 Best Vitamins for Amazing Skin, Hair, and Nails

Check out these beauty supplements that readers say give them shinier hair, stronger nails, and clearer skin — and the 2 they say do squat

 

9 Best Vitamins for Amazing Skin, Hair, and Nails

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Can a prettier, healthier you really come in a bottle? Readers say these supplements and drinks actually solved their beauty dilemmas. Just make sure to avoid the two busts on this list.

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The Worst No. 2: Borba Gummi Bear Boosters, $25

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 4.6

 

“Target sells gummi vitamins for much cheaper and I bet those would help your skin just the same — as in not much. Don’t waste your money!”

The Worst No. 1: Glowelle Natural Pomegranate Lychee Flavor Beauty Drink Dietary Supplement Powder Sticks, $40

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 4.4

 

“I tried this recently and wasn’t impressed with the results. Didn’t notice any improvements in my skin or hair or nails.”

The Best No. 9: Arbonne Go3 Fizzing Beverage Tablet, $20

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 7.4

 

“I found that it did give me energy and curb hunger as it promised. I used this product in combination with other Figure 8 products and lost over 40 lbs. in two months.”

Want to see what was No. 1? Click here!

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20 Spooky Halloween Nail Art Designs

by Diana Ajih on October 4, 2011

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Halloween Nail Art

Halloween is just under way and no better time than now to start getting into the holiday spirit. If you’re still indecisive on your halloween costume or halloween makeup ideas, then a great place to start giving Halloween some love is with your nails. Go with traditional nail designs like frankentein heads, pumpkins, ghosts, and spider webs. Or, go for gut-wrenching nails designs like blood dripping nail tips and bloody eyeballs. Get inspired by these 20 halloween nail art designs and start putting your nailart skills to work!

More spooky pics after the jump…

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How to Keep Your Fall Nail Polish from Chipping

Love the new fall nail colors but hate how they chip in a matter of days? Find out how to get your mani to last

 

How to Keep Your Fall Nail Polish from Chipping

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We’re big believers in the mood-boosting power of a weekly manicure, but if you don’t want to shell out the big bucks for that many salon visits, follow this step-by-step guide to doing your own mani at home. We guarantee that with these tips, your polish will last a full seven days.

 

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