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  • OPI Chip Skip Instructions

    OPI Chip Skip is an exclusive nail treatment that prevents nail polish from chipping. The OPI patented formula primes the surface of your nails by eliminating natural oils and creating a cleaner, dryer surface. This process allows nail polish to adhere better and remain chip-free, eliminating the time and hassle of touch-ups. OPI Chip Skip should be applied once a week for long-lasting manicures.

  • How to Get Lint Out of Your Nails

    Finger and toenails are ideal places for bacteria and debris such as dirt or lint to hide. Because they come in contact with so many object throughout the day, it's important to practice good hygiene and to keep them as maintained as possible. Everyone should develop a regimen so as not to pass unnecessary amounts of bacteria to others through food and personal contact. Getting lint out from under nails can be a difficult task, as the particles may be small and hard to identify.

  • How to Take off Your Lenses if You Have Your Nails Done

    Getting contact lenses out of your eyes can be tricky enough without long or manicured nails. You risk scratching the lenses or worse--the surface of your eyes. Additionally, fingernails, whether real or not, can be a breeding ground for bacteria and foreign materials underneath the nail. But you don't have to give up having your nails done if you wear contact lenses. You just need to be methodical and careful when removing your lenses.

  • How to Use Conair Nail Glitter & Gems

    Entertain a group of girls at a slumber party, birthday party or holiday event with the Conair Nail Glitter and Gem kit. This kit allows girls to affix their own fake nails and then decorate the nails with glitter and gems. Use the Conair Nail Glitter and Gem kit as part of a total makeover for the girls. After girls have fixed up their nails, snap a few pictures of their work for a keepsake.

  • How to Keep Nails Strong While Wearing Fakes

    Keeping your fingernails healthy and strong while wearing acrylic nails is a concern most women who wear fake nails have. This is understandable, but with some basic nail care, you can keep your nails healthy and strong. Acrylic nails are safe and usually do not harm your nails. When having acrylics put on see a professional. Amateur nail technicians can damage your cuticles and remove too much of your nail bed.

  • How to Paint Fake Nails

    Having finely manicured nails is something that can make a woman feel good. Nails also help to accessorize an outfit. If you have a difficult time growing your nails because of chipping, tearing or biting, then fake nails allow you to have the long nails you desire without the hassle. Painting fake nails is similar to painting real nails with a few differences.

  • How Old Should You Be to Have Fake Nails?

  • How to Tell Genuine Opi Nail Products

    OPI nail products are a salon staple. This company was founded in 1981 and has become a world leader in nail products. OPI was innovative in that it was one of the first companies to limit their products to beauty professionals only. Also, OPI has always focused on educating the beauty professionals about their product. A team of scientists focus on quality, as well as utilizing the latest technology. Due to the higher quality, and somewhat higher costs of OPI nail products, some people may try to sell you fake OPI nail products over the internet.

  • Information on Fake Nails

    Applying fake nails is one way to maintain a well-groomed appearance. The ease and convenience of fake nails, however, is balanced by some considerations to keep your skin and natural nails healthy and strong.

  • How to Take Contacts Out With Fake Nails

    If you are a contact lens wearer with an affinity for wearing fake nails, you may have no problem inserting your contacts but removing them with your fake nails can be more of a challenge. Attention to sanitation when handling your contact lenses with or without fake nails is vital to avoid irritation to your eyes. You will also need to avoid contact between your fake nails, lenses and eyes to prevent the potential of scratching and tearing your lenses and/or eyes. You can safely remove your contacts with fake nails by using the forefinger and thumb method.

  • How to Repair Your Fingernails After Fake Nails

    Fake nails are great for a special occasion, a costume or to enhance thin nails. Unfortunately, wearing them for more than six months can cause your own nails to become thin and brittle due to the weight of the acrylics and the lack of natural light. Repairing fingernails after fake nails, does require some time and care.

  • What Are the Options for Fake Nails?

    Women have a variety of reasons for choosing to have fake nails. Some enjoy being pampered and the style of fake nails, while others want to improve the look of their nails due to biting or brittle nails.

  • Kinds of Fake Nails

    There are several options available for those who wish to wear fake nails to increase the attractiveness of their hands. Price, initial application time and upkeep vary greatly depending on which type of nail is chosen.

  • Types of Fake Nails

    Women who like long, well-shaped nails often get artificial nails applied to their natural fingernails. There are a various types of fake nails to suit any woman's style and personal taste.

  • Reactions to Fake Nails

    Fake nails, also known as artificial or acrylic nails, are used to simulate the look of real nails. Made from a wide variety of materials, artificial nails come in numerous colors, styles and designs. Applying fake nails is usually considered safe for the consumer. Trained technicians are very careful and meticulous during the procedure, and instruments are properly sterilized and processed. There are instances, however, when an individual can develop a reaction to the nails.

  • How to Take Off Fake Nails

    Acrylic nails can look fantastic when they're newly applied, but as they begin to age, they don't look so great. You'll want to get them off, and fast. Unfortunately, removing acrylic nails isn't as simple as removing nail polish. If you do it incorrectly, you can seriously damage your own nails.

  • How to Trim Fiberglass Nails

    Want the perfect arterials nails? Learn how to blend your fiberglass nails together in this free video clip about fake nails.

  • How to Have Nails Like Lauren Conrad

    Lauren Conrad, a.k.a. L.C., star of the former MTV Reality show "Laguna Beach," and now star of her own new MTV show, The Hills, definitely has a signature look. This look includes, of course, her nails. They are sexy, funky and definitely eye-catching. To create this trendy and classy look for an occasion, or make it your new signature too, follow the steps below.

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