The most romantic day of the year is upon us and love is in the air, which makes it the perfect excuse to get a festive manicure. If red was your go-to color for the holidays, you’re in luck because it’s also the official color of Valentine’s Day. From the cutest hearts to pink and red block colors and romantic french tips, here are some of the sweetest Valentine’s Day nails to get you in the mood for a day of love.
Outlined Pink French
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If you hadn’t noticed, modern takes on the classic French manicure are trending right now. To get insta-worthy V-day nails, get inspired by this...
How to do a French Manicure at Home
You no longer need to book in at the salon to get a gorgeous French manicure. With the SNS French Manicure Dip Powder Kit, giving yourself a beautiful, professional-looking French manicure at home has never been easier. The kit provides everything you need to get started. Carefully follow the instructions below to create a flawless Dip Powder manicure that can last 2+ weeks!
Prep Your Nails
Before applying a dip powder manicure, it's important to prep your nails to ensure the product goes on smoothly and will last.
Remove any nail products from your nails. If you currently have gel or dip powder on...
Spending a good chunk of your hard-earned money on a manicure in the salon, (or time spent, if you’re a DIYer) only to have it chipping or peeling within a couple of days is pretty upsetting. Of course a mani isn’t forever, but we all want our manis to last as long as possible. Here are some tips that will ensure your manicure can remain intact for much longer.
Use High Quality, Nourishing Products
Nails that are weak and brittle tend to break and split more easily, which in turn can really ruin your manicure. Keep your nails at their optimal health and your manicure looking its best by using high quality products. SNS prides...
The frustration of spending time on a professional or at-home manicure only to have a nail break shortly after is maddening. The culprit? Dry, brittle nails are almost always the reason. If you find your nails are constantly breaking, don’t dismay — there are a few lifestyle changes that will ensure your nails stay healthy and strong, reducing the chances of breakage. Continue below for the best tips for optimal nail health, as well as which habits to break, so your nails won’t.
Diet
If you weren’t already aware, the nutrients we put into our bodies have a direct link to our outward appearance — including your hair,...
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...
Dip powder manicures are incredibly popular right now, and we totally understand why. Besides for its simple application and zero drying time, it can last longer than other manicure methods on the market. With proper care, a dip powder manicure will last 2 weeks, and often longer. Because of its strength and durability, dip powder manicures need to be properly removed to avoid damage and breakage. When it’s time for a fresh manicure, it can be tempting to pick at or force off the old dip powder manicure, but by doing so you can actually peel off layers of your nail. This can cause damage to your nail beds, making your nails weak...
Good nails make us feel sexy, youthful, and more put together. A lot of us associate perfect nails with our bi-monthly trip to the nail salon. But did you know that most of your crucial nail maintenance is formed by your daily habits? In addition to our lifestyle choices, our stylistic choices at the nail salon have a big impact on the overall health of our natural nails. Have your healthiest hands and feet yet with these 4 easy hacks that will keep your nails in tip-top shape!
Take your vitamins daily.
If you aren’t eating enough fatty proteins, nuts or veggies, keeping consistent with your vitamins guarantees that you are...
Your nails can tell you a lot about your diet and your health. Vitamin deficiencies will often show up on your nails in changes of texture, strength, and appearance. By incorporating the right vitamins and nutrients into your diet, as well as taking care of your nails from the outside with regular manicures, you can ensure your nails are long, strong, and healthy.
Biotin
When you think of hair, skin, and nail vitamins, biotin is the one that probably comes to mind. It’s a B-complex vitamin that can strengthen brittle nails, helping them grow longer and stronger. While there are many biotin supplements on the market, you can also...
You know you’re a nail salon addict when you recognize the name of the nail polish your friends are wearing before they can tell you. Or you’re always on the hunt for new design ideas for your next look. We can relate! When obsessed with all things nails, doing stuff outside the box comes easy to you. From sexy glams to neutral nails and neon nails with art, you want to bring more charm to your routine without compromising on nail health.
Luckily, there are plenty of manageable ways you can take action to maintain nail and skin health.
Here we will list ten easy ways to keep your nails healthy and happy, just like...
Shiny, smooth, and colorful, gel nails will last you through weddings, vacations, and busy work weeks. The process of getting these perfect nails requires the use of ultraviolet light to harden the gel polish. Some of our customers ask us about the risks of exposure to UV light.
To help dispel your doubts, we have put together this blog detailing everything you need to know about gel manicures, UV exposure, and how our SNS Healthy GelStar and new hybrid lamps minimize risk.
What are Gel Manicures?
Gel manicures - a popular choice in salons - uses three types of coats dried under a UV or UV/LED lamp. The layers - base,...
