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PERFECTLY This fall, nails are all about impact. Whether you make your
NATURALLY NEUTRAL
Bold patterns and dark colors not really your style? You can be classy and fashion forward in glossy nude shades, like taupe, terra cotta, pale gold and marshmallow-y pinks.
HOW-TO:
OMBRE MANICURE The ombre (or “faded”) manicure will be hitting runways this fall. But don’t let the airbrushed effect fool you — it’s actually pretty simple! All you need are several makeup sponges, three to four shades of nail polish in the same color family and some paper towels.
statement with bold colors, eye-catching designs or funky textures, here’s the scoop on what’s cool this season. Start with a short, square nail shape — then choose any of Select three colors that range from very light to very dark within the same color family. Apply 2 base coats of the lightest color and allow to dry.
these simple techniques to dial up your personal style.
GO FOR THE GLITTER
REVERSE FRENCH MANICURE
Not ready to commit to a dark shade? You can try one out with a switchedup French manicure. Traditional white takes a vacation, making way for hip, dark tips. Paired with a nude base, this new take on a classic is a simple way to add a small hit of bold color.
Layer on chunky glitter polish in gold or silver, or opt for easy-to-apply polish strips. They come in an array of colors, patterns and textures, from bold to demure, and adhere in just a few minutes.
Brush a generous amount of the medium color onto makeup sponge and firmly press the sponge to the nail, then dab up and down. Repeat for each nail. Allow nails to dry.
DARING DARKS
Nearly blacks are all the rage this year. Deep reds, inky blues and plums, dark, mossy greens, and rich umbers make for a stand-out, dramatic look.
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Apply a thin line of the darkest color at the tip of each finger and allow to dry.
Repeat the last step using the darkest shade to blend the tip to the medium shade; dry. Run a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover around the edge of the nail to remove excess. Apply a clear top coat.
8/6/2012 12:10:36 PM
NATURALLY NEUTRAL
Bold patterns and dark colors not really your style? You can be classy and fashion forward in glossy nude shades, like taupe, terra cotta, pale gold and marshmallow-y pinks.
HOW-TO:
OMBRE MANICURE The ombre (or “faded”) manicure will be hitting runways this fall. But don’t let the airbrushed effect fool you — it’s actually pretty simple! All you need are several makeup sponges, three to four shades of nail polish in the same color family and some paper towels.
statement with bold colors, eye-catching designs or funky textures, here’s the scoop on what’s cool this season. Start with a short, square nail shape — then choose any of Select three colors that range from very light to very dark within the same color family. Apply 2 base coats of the lightest color and allow to dry.
these simple techniques to dial up your personal style.
GO FOR THE GLITTER
REVERSE FRENCH MANICURE
Not ready to commit to a dark shade? You can try one out with a switchedup French manicure. Traditional white takes a vacation, making way for hip, dark tips. Paired with a nude base, this new take on a classic is a simple way to add a small hit of bold color.
Layer on chunky glitter polish in gold or silver, or opt for easy-to-apply polish strips. They come in an array of colors, patterns and textures, from bold to demure, and adhere in just a few minutes.
Brush a generous amount of the medium color onto makeup sponge and firmly press the sponge to the nail, then dab up and down. Repeat for each nail. Allow nails to dry.
DARING DARKS
Nearly blacks are all the rage this year. Deep reds, inky blues and plums, dark, mossy greens, and rich umbers make for a stand-out, dramatic look.
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II mymagazine
™
12 TE HealthBeauty_cpg pages.indd 4-5
Apply a thin line of the darkest color at the tip of each finger and allow to dry.
Repeat the last step using the darkest shade to blend the tip to the medium shade; dry. Run a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover around the edge of the nail to remove excess. Apply a clear top coat.
8/6/2012 12:10:36 PM
