Nails 101 (Whether you’re going for a manicure or just having fun)

12 Tips For Great Nails That Aren’t Temporary

In our new Nails Mania video, we’re tackling the hands and nails (and face!) and helping you get the basics down and put things in perspective. Whether you’re going for a bold style or just want to make small improvements to your game, we have the trick for whatever it is you are wanting to accomplish with your nails.

If you’re looking for longer nails, look no further than nails season after season: There is no better time to get new nails than Fall. Thick, and matte to glossy is a common look that you’ll see every autumn but what you may not know is that we usually go with long nails in the Spring. Not only is this a great time to get nails of all kinds, but it can also help you to wake up to some confidence from the tips being freshly popped. And besides, who says wearing a nude or pretty look is so big? A bottle of nail polish in this color can be so easily mixed to a good wine or your favorite color of the season or you can look to a book or magazine for inspiration and taste it in the shower to make sure that it’s what you feel the best in.

If you’re just getting started but in the mood for a little help, take advantage of your nearest nail salon. One of the best tips to a beautiful manicure is to head out with a pal or take that friend who is also trying to master the art of getting gorgeous fingers and nails. These ladies have their hands full with on and off the set practices and you will not only be entertained but your nails will shine. We say head on over!

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The Key Ingredients to beautiful hands and nails

Longer nails and tips that you want to moisturize and repair to help you wear them longer

Cooler weather is a wonderful time to use (or find) nails lacquer

Benefits of polish over polish

Nail polish that suits your skin tone and preference (paint on; apply!)

Choose the right color of polish for your lifestyle and don’t be afraid to mix up the polishes

Remove oil or make sure to moisturize after applying nail polish to your hand

Use a PVA polish in its base coat to make it last a bit longer

Find an application tool (we recommend nail jewels) for your favorite color

Use your fingers to apply polish and create a neat shape!

Cover nails with a good top coat that won’t damage your color

The key to proper polish application

Tip to popular Instagram uses

Add some style and polish swag to your wall to keep your nails even!