Nail art trends have come a long way and the effects can be amazing, but one thing’s for certain -- the French manicure is timeless, and it’s definitely not going anywhere. Contrary to what you may think, the French manicure was first coined in America, not France, by Jeff Pink in 1970s Hollywood. The flesh colored polish and elegant white tip proved to be the perfect solution to seamless transitions for wardrobe changes. Pink then took this essential nail look to Paris to use on models in fashion shows. On his return, he called it the French Manicure.
When it comes to the classic French manicure we all know, we’ve seen a lot...
When the weather starts to cool down and the leaves begin to change, it’s time to change up your mani. — Bring back some of the season’s classics with dark, rich colors and warm earth tones or try out one of the new unexpected trends for fall. From bold colors to seasonal nail art, the creative possibilities are endless. If you don’t know where to start and you’re in need of some inspiration, here are ten of our favorite fall manicures we’re falling hard for. You just may end up trying them all.
1. Monochromatic Orange Mani
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The hottest new trend in nail art is marble nails, and we can be sure we aren’t the only ones that think that. DOLO Marble Nails was rated as Best New Product by Nailpro Magazine’s 2020 Readers’ Choice. Create a stunning, one-of-a-kind mani that looks uber professional and worthy of a double-take with SNS DOLO Instant Marble products. Here’s why you need to offer these manicures in your salon ASAP.
It’s Easy to Use
As a technician, you probably have regulars hooked on your professional-looking nail designs, but with DOLO Instant Marble Nails by SNS, you can easily create the advanced styles with very little effort. You can...
The spookiest time of the year is upon us, and we have to say, it’s one of our favorites. Whether you’re donning a costume this Halloween or not, there’s no reason you can’t get festive with Halloween-inspired nail art. These nails are scary enough to hold their own weight, but can be a great accessory to any costume or Halloween. From bloody French tips, to the classic orange and black, here are the most hauntingly perfect nails of the season, all created using SNS products.
The Scary French
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It’s love at first bite with these scary nails. Upgrade your classic French this...
The classic French manicure featuring a nude pink base and signature white tips is a look made popular in the early 2000’s and has since become a staple in nail salons. Some may say the French manicure is timeless and chic, while others find it a bit outdated. If you’re the latter, we just may change your mind with these ultra modern takes on the traditional French. Get ready, because the French manicure has made a major comeback and it looks like it’s here to stay. Below are some of our favorite looks, all using colors and ranges from the SNS artillery.
The Ombre French
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Ombré nails are an extremely popular style that adds some flair to a regular mani. The term ‘ombré’ is French for ‘shaded’, and refers to a transition between two colors, typically a light and dark shade for a dramatic effect. Can’t decide between colors? Ombré is great for the indecisive, as you can have two colors on one nail instead of choosing between them! It’s a great way to express yourself with nail art in a fairly subtle way. And with SNS Air Ombré, you can create this fun look in minutes.
The original technique for ombre nails involves using a makeup wedge or brush to apply the powder to only half of the nail....
