There are two types of people in the world. The ones that wish they could work from home and the ones that know they can’t. What type are you? Do you want to work from home? I didn’t always work from home. In fact, it took a lot of convincing from the people I love … [Read more…]
2020 has just begun and it has me reflecting. As I’m sure it does a few of you as well. What have I learned? How far have I come? Am I on the right tack? Not to mention the wee bit of regret I have for the copious amounts of overindulging these last few … [Read more…]
Well this is by far, my favorite time for nails! Oh the glitter, the snowflakes and all the many shades of red! It’s a pretty sexy and fabulous time of year!! Classic Christmas Nail Art: Every year I have to up my snowflake game. I start practicing a few weeks early. Checking my favorite … [Read more…]
Why are my gel nails turning yellow? First of all you would really only notice this if your gel manicure is clear or a french style with a very sheer pink as your base color. Generally colored gel polish won’t turn yellow. Unless, you’re using turmeric when cooking!!! This turns everything yellow!! Tanning Beds: Not … [Read more…]
That amazing velvet finish. There is nothing like it. But alas, it just doesn’t seem to last! First of all, the nail tech should be cleansing the nail with isopropyl alcohol, especially after applying the cuticle oil. Boom, you could blow the manicure right here! The oil will immediately take away the matte finish. They … [Read more…]
Hangnails. Most likely you have suffered from this little annoying pest at some point in your life. Some people find this to be a chronic issue. They can be painful. Possibly infected and they definitely are unattractive. The Cause: There are a few reasons why someone might get a hangnail or more. As most hangnails … [Read more…]
I think we have all thought it, what advice would I give my younger self? Lol where do I start? I guess the basics, to me, would be: Health, Wealth and Family. Health: Now don’t get me wrong, I certainly do not have this one figured out just yet. Currently still working on this one. … [Read more…]
How long should I leave my gel nails on? Or better yet, do my natural nails need to breathe? Truthfully, it all comes down to preference. How Long Should I Leave My Gel Nails On: This is s great question. And one I get quite a lot from newbie nail clients. The reality is, if … [Read more…]
Grab your pumpkin spice latte, cozy up by the fire and let’s dive into my Top 3 favorite Fall Nail Trends! Dark & Matte: Fall definitely brings out my inner vixen. Always gravitating towards the dark nails. Burgundy, Navy and of course Black. But this year I love the call to take it one step … [Read more…]
I had to sit down and start writing. I just had the craziest day. Where, most of my clients were hurting. All of them in different scenarios. But all of them had the same thing in common. They are sad because they are settling. Sure, maybe in relationships, but more importantly, they are just settling … [Read more…]