Pedicure Secrets: Tips and Tricks for the Trimmest Toes
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Colors are constantly changing in salons and you may not be aware that there is a slightly different shade of your favorite color. And if you don't have a color in mind, or just want a change, with the huge variety of shades and hues to complement your skin tone, there will surely be something that catches your eye. This season, leave the deeper shades of purple and red behind and slip into a lighter and brighter palette that reflects the essence of spring. Essie Weingarten names each and every color in her company's palettes, and this season she was inspired by the newest trends at the fashion shows. Dubbing the collection, "The Art of Spring," Weingarten wanted to show how intertwined art and fashion are. She "[loves] "nothing more than a classic pastel hue paired with an explosive burst of color"-so don't be afraid to mix brighter outfits with a softer polish or vice versa.
Until Next Time: Nail Upkeep Between Salon Visits
For those who struggle to make it out of the salon without chipping the fresh paint, there are new gel formulas on the market that are said to last at least two weeks and don't feel heavy like acrylics. The new O.P.I Axxium gel polish looks great after days of normal wear and tear (even for moms). On your toes, the gel polish may even last up to a whole month.
If you reapply polish at home, be sure to remove any lotion or oil from the nail before beginning. Use a base coat and top coat with the polish so that it has the best chance of staying put. Allow a few minutes between each layer too.
For moms, it is difficult enough to find 10 minutes of peace each day let alone set aside a solid hour every other week to get a pedicure. So between visits, the best thing to do is add a bit of nail care to your evening beauty regimen. Brush a bit of cuticle oil on so that the skin around your nails doesn't dry and peel, which may result in some very angry looking nail beds. At the end of a steamy shower, use a file or pumice stone to gently remove the dead skin from your heels. Afterwards, use either lotion or baby oil (while giving yourself a little foot massage) then cover with socks before slipping into bed.
