<![CDATA[Nails]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[ The secret to using tape in nail art]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/986947/the-secret-to-using-tape-in-nail-art Watch the runways and red carpets of 2013, and you'll see nail art everywhere. Getting salon manicures can get expensive, but recreating the look at home is easier than you may think. We consulted the experts and got some great tips! http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/986947/the-secret-to-using-tape-in-nail-art Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Aly Walansky Thu, 24 Jan 2013 11:30:00 -0800 <![CDATA[8 Step do-it-yourself French manicure ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/6589/step-doityourself-french-manicure Want professional-looking nails without spending a half day's pay in the salon? With some practice and a little patience, you can enjoy a fancy French manicure any time you want for only the cost of your nail polish! http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/6589/step-doityourself-french-manicure Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Elizabeth Mitchell Tue, 16 Oct 2012 06:30:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Support your political party with your nails]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/973979/support-your-political-party-with-your-nails With election season in full swing, why not support your political party in a fun way? Forget the signs, the bumper stickers and boring pens, support election season with some fun nail colors! Find out what red and blue nail polishes will really get your political message across. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/973979/support-your-political-party-with-your-nails Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Brianna Martinez Fri, 15 Jun 2012 15:02:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Pretty in pink: Achieving the perfect pink pedicure]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/963206/achieving-the-perfect-pink-pedicure You definitely don’t have to be a total girly-girl like Elle Woods from Legally Blonde to wear pink. If you want to rock the color on your toes though, you do need a pro friend like Paulette to tell you what’s up! Here are seven tips for achieving the perfect pink at-home pedi . http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/963206/achieving-the-perfect-pink-pedicure Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Elizabeth Mitchell Fri, 15 Jun 2012 10:23:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Tips for long-lasting nail color]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/963158/tips-for-long-lasting-nail-color Don’t you hate it when you paint your nails, or worse, shell out money to have someone else do them, and the polish chips after only a few days? Ugh, we know we do! To solve this little problem, we sought the advice of a few experts. Check out their best tips for long-lasting nail color. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/963158/tips-for-long-lasting-nail-color Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Elizabeth Mitchell Fri, 15 Jun 2012 10:15:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Hot trends for summer nails]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/963106/hot-trends-for-summer-nails Ah... the warm weather has finally arrived, and there’s nothing like a smoking haute manicure to accompany your sizzling summer style. To make sure your fingers are polished to perfection, peep these need-to-know trends for chic summer nails. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/963106/hot-trends-for-summer-nails Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Elizabeth Mitchell Tue, 05 Apr 2011 12:26:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The at-home manicure]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826607/how-to-give-yourself-an-awesome-at-home-manicure If you don’t have time for the salon, or you just would rather not spend the money, don't worry: You can get salon-quality nails at home. Follow our guide for getting soft hands and perfectly polished nails without having to leave the house. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826607/how-to-give-yourself-an-awesome-at-home-manicure Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Jessica Padykula Fri, 04 Mar 2011 12:07:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Gel manicures]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826369/is-a-gel-manicure-for-you If you’re sick of chipped polish and always seem to wreck your newly polished nails immediately, a gel manicure may be a perfect style solution. A gel manicure looks great, dries quickly and can resist chipping two to three times longer than a traditional manicure. We have all the details to help you decide if this procedure is for you. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826369/is-a-gel-manicure-for-you Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Jessica Padykula Thu, 27 Jan 2011 08:22:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Aging's effects on hair & nails]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/819146/How-aging-affects-your-hair-and-nails-and-what-to-do-about-it As we get older, hair can get gray, thin and lifeless, while nails can go thin and brittle. Follow these tips to keep your hair and nails look their best, no matter what your age. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/819146/How-aging-affects-your-hair-and-nails-and-what-to-do-about-it Beauty & Style Hairstyles & Hair Care Kori Ellis Mon, 10 Jan 2011 08:45:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Don't skip these at-home manicure steps]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/821756/at-home-manicure-steps-you-shouldnt-skip Giving yourself a manicure at home is easy, but you might tend to skip important steps because you're so busy. See what steps you shouldn’t skip that will help your nails in the long term. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/821756/at-home-manicure-steps-you-shouldnt-skip Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Brooke Andersen Wed, 05 Jan 2011 08:58:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Will you wear 3D nails?]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/821701/will-you-wear-3d-nails Celebrity nail trends have been on the rise, but we're not too sure about the newest: 3D nails. Check out the new look and let us know if you would wear this celebrity nail trend. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/821701/will-you-wear-3d-nails Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Brooke Andersen Fri, 19 Nov 2010 10:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[How to wear glitter nail polish]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/820508/How-to-wear-glitter-nail-polish Glitter nail polish is a hot trend this winter but wearing it well can be tricky. Follow these tips to get your best glitter polish look! http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/820508/How-to-wear-glitter-nail-polish Beauty & Style Manis, Pedis & More Brooke Andersen Thu, 11 Nov 2010 11:00:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Katy Perry makes nail art the new accessory]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/820167/Katy-Perry-makes-nail-art-the-new-accessory Katy Perry has not only made nail art a hot, new accessory, but she regularly shares her fun and funky nail style updates with her Twitter followers. Here are some of her most iconic designs yet! http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/820167/Katy-Perry-makes-nail-art-the-new-accessory Beauty & Style Fashion & Style Celebrity Style Brooke Andersen Tue, 31 Aug 2010 12:26:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Quick cures for embarrassing health problems]]> http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/817397/Quick-cures-for-embarrassing-health-problems At some point, we all develop a health problem we’d rather not talk about. You know, icky things like foot fungus, nail problems or bad breath. To help you out and keep your embarrassing conditions under wraps, we popped by the local drugstore to find the best products to cure those uncomfortable-to-talk-about health issues. Tried and tested, we’ve got your embarrassing health needs covered, but as always, we suggest that you talk to your doctor to make sure these remedies are right for you. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/817397/Quick-cures-for-embarrassing-health-problems Health & Wellness Women's Health Conditions Sarah Kelsey Wed, 19 May 2010 22:35:00 -0700 <![CDATA[5 Secrets to completing your summer look]]> http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/815241/5-secrets-to-completing-your-summer-look-1 You have the perfect summer outfit — now it’s time to give your look the finishing touches with these five easy steps. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/815241/5-secrets-to-completing-your-summer-look-1 Beauty & Style Makeup & Skin Care Lauren Fritsky Mon, 12 Oct 2009 10:20:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Trim your bird's nails and live to tell the tale]]> http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/811018/trim-your-bird-s-nails-and-live-to-tell-the-tale Some of the best things about having a bird for a pet is holding it on your hand, letting it hang out on your shoulders, even on your head, and listening to it chirp and chatter in your ear. Birds, like humans, have nails, and when their nails get too long the experience can be annoying, if not painful, when the bird digs its little nails into our skin. Fortunately, this is relatively easy to remedy, but you will need to plan ahead and have all of the tools necessary for the task. http://www.sheknows.com/pets-and-animals/articles/811018/trim-your-bird-s-nails-and-live-to-tell-the-tale Pets & Animals Birds Vladimir Negron