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Simple, complete nail guides to polish types, nail shapes and choosing the right color for your skin tone. Start here if you are new to nails or want to understand the basics before your next manicure.
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Brittle Nails: Common Causes, Nutrition and Everyday Care Guide
Brittle nails peel, split and snap for clear reasons: water, chemicals, age and sometimes health issues. Here is what causes them, what...
The Ultimate Nail Color Guide for Choosing Your Perfect Shade
Find your perfect nail color by undertone, skin depth, nail length and occasion, with tables, real shade examples and a simple decision...
Nail Shapes Guide: 9 Popular Shapes and Which One Suits Your Hands
A simple guide to the 9 most popular nail shapes, how strong each one is, and which shape suits your fingers, nail...
27 ideas27 Types of Nail Polish: Every Formula, Finish and Coat Explained
Learn the 27 types of nail polish, from regular and gel to dip powder, chrome and cat-eye. See how long each lasts...Not sure which color?
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