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Are you thinking about doing your own pedicure? I used to spend a lot of money to have other people do it for me in shops. That is, until I learned how to do it myself. And here are a list of supplies that I started with. Take a look at these before y...

If you want to get the most from your manicure, start with clean, healthy nails. Your hands are often dry and chapped from frequent washing and exposure to wind, sun, heat and cold. Your nails can suffer the same dried out damage that the rest of yo...

Women of today lead busy lives, and rarely have time for lengthy facials or trips to the salon. Keeping up with the beauty basics will help keep you at your best, whether you're off to an early morning meeting, or taking the kids to soccer practice. ...

Onychoschizia is common condition among women that characterizes dry, brittle nails. This affliction is usually a result of low iron levels and a lack of calcium in the diet. Calcium is especially important in the health and maintenance of both nail...

One of the biggest appeals to having a manicure is the relaxing feeling you get from having your hands soaked and pampered. The good news is, you don't need to dish out money to an expensive salon to get this pampered feeling at home. You can create...

" Don't use your nails on a job that can be done just as well with a pair of scissors, pliers or a hammer " Don't file nails when they are damp. " Don't cut cuticles " Don't wash clothes or dishes in very hot water " Don't bite or chew your...

NAIL CARE TIPS: THE DO'S DO drink plenty of water each day. It's good for your general health and a well-hydrated body contributes to healthy nails. Cracked nails may indicate the need for greater fluid intake. DO apply varnish remover before applying n...

As with your skin and hair, when your nails look their best, you feel more healthy and attractive. And as is true with both hair and skin care, "less is best" when it comes to the care of your nails. That is, avoid over- manicuring, overpolishing, or work...

While we all may think we know the basics of applying nail polish, there are plenty of tips and tricks on how to apply it in a way to achieve professional looking results in the comfort of your own home. You will no longer have to pay for an expensive man...