Nail Charm

16/04/2013

28/03/2013

28/03/2013

28/03/2013

Mosaic Nail Art

27/02/2013

What to do about splitting nails?
Nail splitting is a common disorder, particularly in adult women. The most significant cause is prolonged or repetitive water exposure, which makes the nail split, layer or peel. Other important causes include repetitive trauma, frequent use of polish remover, and exposure to cold, dry weather.
Treatment begins with the avoidance of constant wetting and drying or protecting the nails by wearing cotton lined rubber gloves when performing household tasks that involve contact with water or cleaning agents. It is also important to protect the hands in winter by wearing gloves since cold weather exposure can enhance drying and weakening of the nail plate. We also recommend the use of protective cuticle moisturisers, which should be rubbed into the nail and cuticle before and after wet work or exposure to cold as well before going to sleep.
Trauma to the nails can be avoided by keeping them conditioned and manicured. A fine file can be used to file the tips in a gentle squoval shape. Do not cut back the cuticle. This removes the protective membrane that covers the nail and its growth centre.
Points To Remember: Nail polish, may add strength and protection to fragile nails. You cannot maintain beautiful nails and also use them as tools. Elegant nails need to be protected as though you were caring for wet nail polish. Dial phones with a pencil, not your nail and use the pad of your finger, not the nails, to pick up and manipulate objects. Do not peel or scrape off nail polish.
In general, nail abnormalities are not caused by diet unless you suffer from severe nutritional deficiencies. Some studies suggest, however, that both Biotin at 2.5 mg per day and MSM at 2000 mg per day and Silica are beneficial for nail health and strength of splitting, peeling, layering nails

20/02/2013

04/02/2013

What should I do Before Applying Nail Polish
Oil can make nail polish chip and come off easily. Before applying a fresh coat of nail polish to your nails, take heed of these tips: - Try to keep hands cool and nails free of oil before applying nail polish. - Use nail polish remover and wash hands thoroughly with cool soapy water after polish is removed. - Dry your hands with a clean towel and run an ear bud around nail/cuticle area to remove any excess oil.

01/02/2013

prayers needed

Usman Asif Awan!
Words wont be enough to justify and describe what a great person you were May Allah SWT bless you
R.I.P

30/01/2013

KNOW YOUR NAIL POLISH TYPES

Confused about what, exactly, a matte polish is compared to an opalescent one, or how cream polishes are different from frosts? Then read on. Nail polish texture terminology can get iffy, but once you know a few easy phrases, you'll be discussing the fine points of texture trends like a pro. So let’s clear things up once and for all.
• A cream (crème) polish is the easiest to explain, because it's the classic nail polish texture: glossy, but not glittery or shimmery. It's the texture we think of for retro nail polishes and archetypal red nails.
• Matte nail polishes are also pretty easy to grasp — they're simply not glossy. They look "flat" and more like marker or pencil rubbed onto your nails than enamel the way other nail polishes do.
• Frosted/Crystalline (also known as pearlescent) nail polishes are your standard-issue icy-toned shades. While there's no individuated glitter in them, they sparkle subtly instead of shining brilliantly.
• Opalescent nail polishes have a distinctive "mother of pearl" effect, and they glisten the same way the inside of a shell does.
• Glitter nail polishes come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from subtle micro glitter to big and chunky. But you can tell that what you have is a glitter polish instead of a frost because you can see the individual glitter bits.
• Metallic nail polishes A special effects nail polish with a highly reflective, mirrored metallic finish.

28/01/2013

10 commandments for nail polish application.
1. No cuticles equal a neater application. Don’t cut cuticles which may cause damage, instead soak hands in warm water and then apply cuticle oil and push the cuticles with either a damp towel or orangewood stick wrapped in cotton wool to reveal the base of your nails.
2. Work on filed and shaped nails. Even if you have short nails. Use an emery board of 240/180 grit and file from the corner to the centre of the nail, file in one direction. Never use a metal file.
3. Polish applies best on clean nails so make sure to wipe your nails with nail polish remover before starting .Use a generous amount to clean your nails if any residue is left after you apply cream/oil.
4. Bubbles in the paint are bad news .Never shake the bottle but roll it between your hands before use. Never shake a basecoat!!
5. Now we can get to the business of applying .Always begin with a layer of base coat. Apply it thinly and don’t wait for it to dry before painting your colour.
6. Instead of applying one thick coat of colour it’s better to apply two thin coats. It dries faster and your manicure will last longer.
7. When applying nail polish, make sure to paint the top edge of the nail and a little on the underside of the tips so that the paint does not chip.
8. Keep your nail polish remover and a clean brush (use a paint brush or a cleaned old nail polish brush) handy especially if your application technique is not perfect. If you smudge your polish or make a mistake dip your brush in the remover and remove the mess with the brush. This is also useful when you chip a nail and don't have the time to paint over again. Use an ear bud or brush dipped in remover to wipe off the chipped edges and re paint your nail.
9. IMPORTANT>>>.Let your nails dry for at least an hour before you attempt any heavy duty labour. Did you know, nail polish takes up to 24 hours to set hard? Have you ever done your nails late at night and then when you thought your nails were dry, went off to sleep, only to find that your nails have linen press marks the next morning? See I told you nail polish takes time to set properly!! Avoid using any dry heat like a blow-drier. Don’t blow on your nails and keep your hands still shaking them about does not help the drying process..
10. Finally if you want the paint to look glossy and professional always apply a top coat and repeat this every other day. This will not only increase the life of your manicure but also make it fresh and shiny.
11. Last but not least when your nails are touch dry, apply cuticle oil to your fresh manicure this helps avoid to avoid smudging and it moisturises your manicure and well as your nails.
12. HAPPY PAINTING!!

28/01/2013

10 commandments for nail polish application.
1. No cuticles equal a neater application. Don’t cut cuticles which may cause damage, instead soak hands in warm water and then apply cuticle oil and push the cuticles with either a damp towel or orangewood stick wrapped in cotton wool to reveal the base of your nails.
2. Work on filed and shaped nails. Even if you have short nails. Use an emery board of 240/180 grit and file from the corner to the centre of the nail, file in one direction. Never use a metal file.
3. Polish applies best on clean nails so make sure to wipe your nails with nail polish remover before starting .Use a generous amount to clean your nails if any residue is left after you apply cream/oil.
4. Bubbles in the paint are bad news .Never shake the bottle but roll it between your hands before use. Never shake a basecoat!!
5. Now we can get to the business of applying .Always begin with a layer of base coat. Apply it thinly and don’t wait for it to dry before painting your colour.
6. Instead of applying one thick coat of colour it’s better to apply two thin coats. It dries faster and your manicure will last longer.
7. When applying nail polish, make sure to paint the top edge of the nail and a little on the underside of the tips so that the paint does not chip.
8. Keep your nail polish remover and a clean brush (use a paint brush or a cleaned old nail polish brush) handy especially if your application technique is not perfect. If you smudge your polish or make a mistake dip your brush in the remover and remove the mess with the brush. This is also useful when you chip a nail and don't have the time to paint over again. Use an ear bud or brush dipped in remover to wipe off the chipped edges and re paint your nail.
9. IMPORTANT>>>.Let your nails dry for at least an hour before you attempt any heavy duty labour. Did you know, nail polish takes up to 24 hours to set hard? Have you ever done your nails late at night and then when you thought your nails were dry, went off to sleep, only to find that your nails have linen press marks the next morning? See I told you nail polish takes time to set properly!! Avoid using any dry heat like a blow-drier. Don’t blow on your nails and keep your hands still shaking them about does not help the drying process..
10. Finally if you want the paint to look glossy and professional always apply a top coat and repeat this every other day. This will not only increase the life of your manicure but also make it fresh and shiny.
11. Last but not least when your nails are touch dry, apply cuticle oil to your fresh manicure this helps avoid to avoid smudging and it moisturises your manicure and well as your nails.
12. HAPPY PAINTING!!