Black and Silver Bling Nails!

This is a very easy (but time consuming) look! Here is what you'll need:

• Revlon Brand in the color "Black Magic"
• Sally Hansen brand in the color "Celeb City"
• Rhinestones (clear)
• Toothpick (to apply the rhinestones)
• Top Coat in the brand "Out the Door" (my favorite!)
• Q-tips and Polish Remover for clean up

First, paint your index, thumb and pinky with 1-2 thin coats of black.

Next, apply 1-2 thin coats of the metallic silver color to the middle and ring fingers. Let all dry.

Next, apply Top Coat to the entire ring finger nail. Apply the outer line of rhinestones first (that way the middle ones have something to adhere to later). Next, apply a little more top coat where there is no rhinestones. This will cause a "wall" of top coat and the rhinestones will kind of smooch together and the top coat will ooze out up the sides. Apply them with a wet tipped toothpick. As you are applying the rhinestones, be sure to GENTLY push down on them as you stick them on.

After you've applied them onto the whole nail, gentle press down on the whole nail with your finger to be sure everything is in nice and tight. You can put top coat over the rhinestones. I skip this step because the rhinestones I have lose their shine if I do...don't want that. They are BLING after all ;-) Apply top coat to the other nails and when they are dry, you're done!!

Black and Leopard Nail Look with Gold Studs!

I actually kept this look for a WHOLE WEEK! Record breaker! Haha! Here is what I used to accomplish this look: 

• Sinful Colors brand in the color "All About You"
• Sinful Colors brand in the color "Gold Medal"
• Revlon Top Speed brand in the color "Black Magic"
• Pure Ice brand in the color "Magic" 
• Small Nail Art Brush
• Things needed for clean up :-)
• Toothpick to apply the gold studs
• Top Coat

First, paint the index and middle finger black. Two thin coats should do it. 

Next, paint the ring, pinky and thumb the tan color. 

After that, apply the leopard print. First, add dots sporadically onto the nails that require the leopard print. Then, with the black polish, add the "C's" around the dots. (For the dots, I used a slightly darker brown. (Pure Ice Magic)). 

After those dry, apply the tan glitter polish ("All About You")

Next, apply the studs. All you have to do is dab a dot of top coat where you want the stud. Then, use the toothpick to apply it. TIP: Wet the end of the toothpick with water to get the stud to stick easily. 

After all is dry, apply topcoat and you're done!! 

Leopard Fade!

This is a very fun, easy look to create! Here is what you'll need:

• A nude polish- I used L.A. Colors brand in the color "French Nail Pink" (can be purchased at a Dollar Store).
• A black polish- I used Revlon Top Speed Polish in the color "Black Magic" 
• A metallic tan color- I used Sinful Colors brand in the color "Gold Medal".
• Small Nail Art Brush
• Make-Up sponge or wedge
• Q-Tips for clean up
• Top Coat

Start off by applying two thin coats of the nude polish on every nail. 

After that dries, apply the leopard print. You can either free hand this or stamp it on with a nail stamper and plate set. Whichever is easier for you! To free hand, simply make small "C's" on the nail in random spots and different angles. 

After that, you want to apply the brown and black fade from the cuticle up towards the free edge of the nail. Don't put the fade on the tips though :-)  

The sponging will make a mess! Clean up around the edges, and your done! 

Black and White Feather and Rhinestone Look!

Loved doing this look!! Here is what's you'll need:

• Pure Ice Brand in the color "Superstar"
• Revlon Top Speed brand in the color "Black Magic"
• Sally Hansen brand in the color "Celeb City
• Rhinestones of your choice 
• Base Coat (if needed) 
• "Out the Door" topcoat
• Small Nail Art Brush
• toothpick or dotting tool

First off, paint index and thumb fingers black. Then, paint the pinky fingers silver. (apply two thin coats to all nails)

Next, apply the white polish to the middle and ring fingers.

Once all is dry, start on the middle finger. Swipe the black across the front half of the free edge of the nail, wait til that dries, then swipe the silver across the other side. You may need to do two thin coats (depending on brand and how thick/thin the polish is).

While that's drying, move to the ring finger. Feathers tend to look intimidating but it's super easy! All you have to do is make a straight line from the bottom to the top of the nail. (If it's not perfect, don't worry). Next, take your nail art brush and make small sweeping motions from the "shaft" of the feather outward. 

Once the middle finger is dry, apply the rhinestones. You can use either a toothpick or dotting tool to apply the rhinestones (whatever is easier for you). Make sure the tip of whichever your using is a little wet so the rhinestones stick.

Apply small dots of top coat where you want to place the stones, then apply. (Down the center of the feather and along the middle finger design as shown)

Once all is dry, apply topcoat to all nails. You're done! XO

Purple and White Ombre (With Glitter)

Hi all! Sorry it took so long for me to post a nail tutorial! I have been so busy! Here is how I accomplished this look and what you'll need:

• Pure Ice brand in "Dazzle Me"
• Sinful Colors Brand in "Queen of Beauty"
• Sally Hansen Brand in "Hard to Get"
• Nina Ultra Pro Brand in "Royal Purple"
• A make-up wedge (I used a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, cut into a small wedge) I didn't have wedges on me at the moment so, I improvised ;-)
• Top Coat of your choice (I used "Out the Door" from Sally's Beauty) 
• Paper Plate

First of all, grab the make-up wedge and a paper plate (or you can simply paint the design onto the sponge and apply it that way). 

Next, lightly dab the colors onto each nail with the sponge. Do two coats for even coverage. 

After it's all dry, do the same thing with the small flex glitter polish on every nail (make sure you use a clean section of the wedge). 

Next, do the same thing with the larger chunks of glitter. 

Let it all dry, apply top coat and you're done! 

I will try to get up another look within the next couple of days!! XOXO 

Your Friend, 

Krys.

New Looks Coming Soon!!

Hee Hee...I giggled when I saw this picture ===>

I will be posting new nail looks soon! I have been so busy with adjusting to my Husband's new schedule and with School that I seem to have lost some time in the evenings! I will work on getting some new nail looks up pronto! Look for some tomorrow!! XOXO

-Krys

Winter Nail Looks Coming!

I'm going to be posting some winter nail looks soon! Maybe tonight and tomorrow so keep checking my blog for updates! Thanks! XO, Krys. 

Classy Nude and Gold Manicure!

Things needed to accomplish this look will be listed below as well and pictured on the right:

• L.A. Colors Nail Lacquer in the color "French Nail Pink"
• Sinful Colors brand in the color "Gold Medal"
• "Out The Door" Topcoat.

First, apply 3-4 even coats of the nude color to all nails (let dry thoroughly in between each coat). 

Next, carefully paint the free edge of the nail with the gold color. 1 thin coat should do the trick! (if you don't have a free edge, or long nail, create your own)

Lastly, apply the top coat and you're done! You have just created a simple, beautiful manicure that would be perfect for date night or a wedding! XO

-Krys. 

More Eyelashes!

Forget buying those expensive 3D Lash Mascara that you get from Representatives. I found some at Walmart for $6!!!! You will spend at least $30 for the 3D Lash Mascara. This stuff works wonderfully!! There is a perfect fiber lash to mascara ratio and there will be no "lashes" that fall into your eye upon application or throughout the day. Just in case you can't see the name of the mascara, it is: Maybelline, Illegal Length Fiber Extension Mascara. Great product for a great price!

Next, I have a little tip to help nourish AND grow your lashes naturally! No fake, chemically processed "Latisse" needed! All you need to do is add 1-2 drops of Lavender Essential Oil to your mascara. Not only will it increase the life of your mascara and make sure that you use every last drop, but it also aids in the growth of your natural lashes! When I started using this oil in my mascara, I noticed a difference in the length in 1 week! And to top it off..it smells SO good! You'll be able to catch an occasional whiff of it throughout the day, which makes it nice.
Hope you find this tip helpful!

*Make sure you buy 100% PURE essential oil! If you buy anything that's altered, it may harm your eyes* 

Here are some great, reliable sources to purchase your oils:
www.mountainrose.com
www.planttherepy.com 

Young Living Oils are also good! 

Enjoy! XO

Blue Feather Studded Nails!

Things you will need: 

• Top Coat
• Any kind of small, multicolored craft feathers (you can get these at Walmart)
• Gold Studs (I got these off of Amazon, just type "nail studs" in the search bar and pick ones you like)
• Sinful Colors brand in "Black on Black"
• Sinful Colors brand in "All About You"
• Sinful Colors brand in "Gold Medal"
• Salon Perfect brand in "Bermuda Baby"
• Toe Nail Clippers or a sharp pair of fabric scissors.
• Dotting Tool
• Toothpick

Index and ring finger are painted blue (Bermuda Baby) and the Pinky, middle and thumb were painted black (Black on Black). Two thin coats of the blue and two for the black. I didn't have to do two coats with the black because it was very dark so one coat was perfect! Depends on what brand you have :-)

Once the blue dries, you want to paint it with top coat and quickly lay a feather onto the nail while it's tacky. 

*If you have a top coat that takes a while to dry, give it a minute or two before you apply the feather to the nail. That way it doesn't smear the polish*

Once you get the feather adhered, take some small scissors or a pair of sharp toenail clippers to trim off the excess feather that's hanging off the free edge of the nail. (You can also use a pair of sharp fabric scissors as well, whatever works best for you). Once that is done, apply a top coat to keep the feather in place.

Next, take the gold glitter and simply apply it to the pinky nail, over the black color.

Now you can move on to the middle finger. Dab some of the metalic brown/gold color (Gold Medal) onto a paper plate and take your dotting tool and get a generous amount onto the tool. Next, make a diagonal dotted line from top corner to bottom corner of the nail. Then, fill the one half of the nail with dots. Once it's dry, take the gold glitter and apply it to every other dot on the middle fingernail. 

Next, the thumb! All you have to do is place top coat on the thumb nail first, then apply the studs. You can either wet the dotting tool to get the stud to stick or you can use a toothpick. I prefer a toothpick. Once you get those on, apply top coat and you're done!! 

If  you want to see any video tutorials on these looks, just comment below! Thanks! XO

Eyelashes!!!

Want longer, more voluminous eyelashes?! Who doesn't?? Here is my trick to make those stubborn lashes give you the appearance of falsies! Here is a list of the products I used (also pictured on the right):

• Any eyelash curler. (if you really want these guys to do the trick, heat up the curler slightly with your blow dryer)..but be careful because it can get hot rather quickly! Don't burn yourself!
• Any small, fluffy brush
• Baby Powder
• Mega Length mascara from "Wet n' Wild" (this one specifically)

Two reasons why I recommend this mascara in particular: 1- The wand is plastic. So it makes very easy, perfect application and it is guaranteed to separate EVERY lash. And 2- It comes off easily without creating any damage to the lashes! A bonus? It'll only cost you $2.98 at Wal-Mart! Win-win! 

The steps on how to achieve this look: 

1. Grab that eyelash curler. You can heat it up if you like but it's really not needed because the mascara IS that good! Curl your lashes. You want to be sure not to squeeze too tight because this will damage your lashes! They are very delicate. Do a light "pulsing" movement with your fingers. Here are the 3 angles to do your lashes (listed on the right) 
2. Apply first coat of mascara. 
3. After the first coat of mascara dries, apply Baby Powder onto the lashes with the make-up brush. This will give the second coat of mascara a good, solid base.
4. Apply second coat of mascara. Here is when you will notice a HUGE difference in your lashes! Let dry and your done! You can apply as many coats as you want! Two was good enough for me. Hope you enjoy! XOXO                                  

Rockabilly Girl!

Found my costume for this year!!!! Very easy make up that I won't have to scrub off at the end of the day! Very classy and cute! :-) 

Scarecrow Look!

This look was SUPER fun! Not to mention, it's going to be SUPER hard to get off of my face! My kids really liked this one! :-) 
Again, I can't give written instructions on these. They are too complex. From primer to foundation to what to use as far as colors go..it would be pages long! 
If you are interested on how I got this look, I can attempt to make a video on it..notice I said (attempt) ;-) 
Thanks for viewing and I hope you have a fun, safe Halloween! XO

Spiderman Eye-shadow Look!

I can in no way write down a written "how to" on any of my Halloween looks (other than my nails). I Just look at the picture and copy it to the best of my ability. This one is fun! I'm not exactly sure what I'm going to go for for this year yet. We shall see! 
To those of you who read my blog, thank you! It means a lot to me knowing that you show just a small interest in my little hobbies :-) I have one more look for the day coming up! XO

-Krys.

New Experiments Coming!

I am going to start doing make up posts!! This month's special is Halloween inspired make-up! I'm very excited for this! I'll do more nail tutorials next week but for the next few days or so, I'm going to venture into the world of make-up art!! Can't wait to post!
Hmm...so what's it going to be? :-D

Black & White Glitter Spiderweb!

There is a video up for this tutorial but I'd like to keep doing the written instructions as well. I may only do videos when requested since they are so much work! Here is what I used:

• "Sinful Color" brand in "Black on Black" any black polish will do. 
• "Sally Hansen" brand in "Hard to Get" I believe the number is 110.
• "Pure Ice" brand in "Dazzle Me"
• "Out the Door" top coat (purchased at Sally's Beauty)

Paint thumb, index, middle and pinky black. Apply two thin coats. 

Paint the ring finger white, two thin coats as well.

Once these are dry, you want to start on the web. The best way to describe how to do the web is to just slice it like a pizza :-) 

Feel free to add some glitter to the web or even a little spider! Make it your own and get creative! 

Once all is dry, apply top coat and your done! 

If you're wondering why I never apply base coat, I never do unless the polish has been known to stain the nail (such as neon colors), then I'll apply a couple of thin coats before doing the design. Enjoy! XOXO

Black Glitter Spider Web!

The how to video is up on my Facebook page!!!! 

This is my very first time making a nail tutorial video so, I apologize if I stumble over my words a bit. Hopefully, I'll get better with practice! Head on over to my Facebook to watch! 

Just type Krystle Coe in the search engine and you should be able to view it. If not, it'll also be on my YouTube channel! Thanks! 

Jade Feather Look

What you'll need:

• Top Coat of your choice
• Base Coat of your choice (I didn't use any for this look, I usually use Base Coat when I use bright neon colors)
• Sinful Color Brand "Black on Black"
• Finger Paints brand "Where Art Renoir?"
• Sally Hansen "Celeb City"
• Pure Ice brand "Dazzle Me"
• Avon "Jade" (you can use any mint color)
• Nail Art brush

First, paint index, pinky and thumb nail with "Where Art Renoir?" (or any black glitter polish, 2 coats) just make sure it's not a chunky glitter. Very light and "barely there" for these nails.

Next, apply the silver metallic color ("Celeb City") to the middle fingers. 

While that's drying, move on to the ring fingers and paint them the mint color (I did two coats because the color is thin and opaque). 

Next, apply the chunky glitter to the middle fingers (on top of the metallic color, two coats if your wanting lots of glitter coverage!) 

Next you can paint on the feather! Start with the stem of the feather. Then, take the nail brush and make small, quick strokes for the feathers. My trick is to go until the polish on the brush runs thin and then dip it in and grab some more. The mix of the light/dark strokes give it a small 3D effect! 

After your feathers are dry, take the clean nail brush and dip it into the chunky glitter and run the glitter down the stem of the feathers (right down the middle). You can strategically place the glitter chunks or just paint it on. However you like!

Once all is dry, apply top coat to seal the design and you're done! XO 

Blue Wedding Nails (simple look)

This look was super easy to accomplish. Here is what I used:

• Nail Polish Remover (to clean edges after look is complete)
• Q-tips
• Top Coat of your choice
• "Sinful Colors" Rain Storm

You can use a base coat if you like. It will help keep the color on longer! Here, I didn't use one. 

All you have to do it apply a thin layer (or two) of this color to your nails, let it dry and apply a top coat. I usually use "Out the Door" which can be purchased at Sally's Beauty. It is very good top coat and dries really fast! I am currently out and need to purchase more! 

Sorry for the long absence. My desktop has been down for quite some time now. Picture quality will be better now as well because of my new camera! Thanks for reading! XOXO More posts to come!

Hair Health!

I have something new that I want to share with you! I had recently gotten my hair chopped off (because of fried, split ends) and I have been searching for a way to grow it back...faster. I think I have found my secret weapons! 

First off, VITAMINS! This Hair, Skin & Nails supplement has been doing the trick! When I first got my hair cut, it didn't even touch the base of my neck. Now, it's to my collar bone! (It was cut around 3 or 4 months ago) To me, that's quick! Considering the fact that my hair was at a stand still and refused to grow before I trimmed it. I have noticed a quick growth spurt ever since I started using this vitamin! The important ingredient in this vitamin is the collagen. The collagen helps support hair strength and gives it the elasticity it need to "bounce back" and prevent breakage.  Plus, there are tons more added Vitamins in this concoction that most of us are probably lacking. *BONUS* :-D Around $8 at Walmart. You only take three a day so, they last for a while! 

Secondly, this shampoo. Now, keep in mind that there is NO topical product that will help hair growth. Hair growth takes place internally. I bought this shampoo because keratin aids in frizz issues and the fact that it states that there is less sulfate in it. This shampoo is perfect for keeping the frizzy hair tamed, even on humid days! Lasts for 48 hours. Sorry the top of the bottle is cut off but it does have a pump lid. This was around $5 at Walmart.

Thirdly, this heat protect spray. This stuff is amazing! I actually bought another bottle yesterday when I wasn't even out of the old bottle yet! It's that good that I don't want to run out! This puts a glossy (but not greasy) finish on your hair and a plus? It smells divine! Another bonus? It protects your hair up to 425 degrees! Which is great if you use a flat iron. I also spray this in my hair before I spend a day outside in the sun or before I spend time by the pool and it works like a charm! I apply this to dry hair, right before styling. This was only around $3.45 at Walmart. 

Lastly, try not to use your hair dryer! I haven't used my hair dryer for 3 months (now, I may have used it once or twice because I had to wash my hair and get it done quickly and had no time to wait until it dried) but that's it! SO much healthier for your hair! I've noticed from using all three products and using less heat, that my hair is much smoother and less damaged. It's been three months and when I brush my hair, it STILL looks like my hair was just trimmed. It's a perfectly straight line across the bottom..no split ends, no frays! 

Hope this helped! Here is a list of everything used:

• Hair, Skin & Nails Supplement
• TRESemme Keratin Smooth Shampoo
• Got 2b "Guardian Angel" Flat Iron Balm

If you give this technique a try, let me know if it works for you and if you had good results! XOXO

White Striped Heart Accent Nail!

I LOVE white nails! Here is what you'll need:

• A base coat of your choice
• Any white nail polish
• Gold Glitter (mix this with clear top coat for application)
• Striping Brush
• Dotting Tool
• Polish Remover to clean up the edges
• Q-Tips
• Top Coat of your choice (I use "Out The Door" because it dries super quick!) 

Apply two thin coats of white on every nail except for the ring finger. Apply the gold glitter (mix with top coat) to those nails.

Next, take the stiper brush and create the stripes on the ring fingers.

After that dries, take your dotting tool and apply the heart. Start with two small dots for the top of the heart and one dot below to the bottom. Play around with it until you get the size and shape you want! Apply top coat and you're done! 

Pink Diamond Dazzle!

This look was fun and easy and it kind of reminds me of a cupcake :-) Here's what you need:

• Base Coat of your choice.
• "Nina" brand in the color "Fuchsia Rage"
• "Finger Paints" brand in the color "Copy Cat"
• "Hard as Nails" brand by Sally Hansen in the color "Hard to Get"
• "Out the Door" top coat.
• Q-tips (for ombre application)
• Gemstones of your choice.
• Dotting tool (to apply the gemstones)
• Nail Art Brush (to apply the glitter)
• Paper Plate. *If you don't have any, you can simply apply the nail polish straight to the q-tip* If you have a paper plate, this will be used to put the polish onto in order to dip the q-tip in it. :-)

First, give those nails a nice even base coat. 

Next, take the white polish and dab some onto your plate. Take a q-tip, dip it in and apply the white polish onto your free edge (as if you were doing a french manicure). Do this on all nails. *apply two coats*

Next, do the same process with the pink color on top of the white but only on the edge. Just enough to let the white peek through at the bottom. Apply two coats of the pink as well. With bright, neon colors, you want to work quickly..they dry fast!

After both colors are dry, take your nail art brush and apply the glitter to the top of the pink and white colors. You can go heavy on the tips and then make it thinner as you get to the bottom, or however you like. 

After the glitter dries, take your dotting tool and wet the tip of it. Either with your mouth or a little bit of water (I'm not fancy and since it's my own nails...I just touched it to my tongue to get it wet) This will help the gems to adhere to the dotting tool for easy application. Have your gems ready. 

Next, apply the top coat to the area that you want the gems (mine was my ring finger). Quickly take the dotting tool, pick up a gem and apply it to the nail. I had to work rather quickly because the brand I use dries in seconds! After you get them where you want them, apply a top coat and your done! 

Green French Manicure!

This one was a fun one but I didn't leave it on very long because I don't wear this color a lot. Yes, I kind of have to match my nails to my clothes. Haha! Here is what you'll need:

• Base coat- for the tips, I used a white polish.
• Top Coat
• "Pure Ice" brand in the color "Wild Thing"
• "Sally Hansen" brand in the color "Hard to Get"
• "Sinful Colors" brand in the color "Black on Black"
• Dotting Tool
• Small Nail Art Brush to create stripes. Or you can use a Striper. 

First, I applied the white polish on my nail tips. Like I explained in the last tutorial, a simple base coat will not do when it comes to bright neon colors..especially green! I took this look off and it still looked like I had the green polish on! I figure a normal base coat would have kept it from staining the nail...nope! So, apply the white as the tip base just to be safe! 

After all the white polish dried, I applied 2 coats of the green polish onto the tips.

Next, I took my Nail Art Brush and dipped it into the black polish and applied the black stripes as shown above. Clean off the brush and repeat the same process, this time with the white polish. Apply as shown. 

Next, add the dots with your dotting tool or tool of your choice. 

Let it dry and apply top coat! Done! 

You can apply glitter to this look if you like! Make it your own unique design! <3 XOXO 

Pink Craze!

This is a very fun summer time nail look and it's rather easy to accomplish! Let's start off with some basic "know how's" before I dive into how to accomplish this look:

1) When you are using bright, neon colors of ANY kind (especially green), you will want to lay down 2 layers of white nail polish as a base first before you apply the color. Why? Because neon colors will stain your natural nail and cause more work when you go to change your look. Neon colors are highly pigmented in order to achieve their bright appearance. Your nails (even fake, gel, acrylic, etc) will absorb these colors like crazy! So, before you even think about applying these beautiful, bold colors..apply the 2 coats of plain white nail polish first. Make sure to get a nice even coat as well. If you leave any spots on the nail that are see through or not completely covered..the neon polish will seep through and cause staining. Now that that tip is covered, let's move on to this look! 

• Base Coat- for this look, the white polish. No need for a clear base coat when using white.
• "Nina Ultra Pro" brand (from Sally's Beauty) in the color "Punki Pink"
• "Nina Ultra Pro" brand in the color "Fuchsia Rage"
• A dotting tool or nail art brush/pen.
• Q-tips
• Nail Polish Remover. (if you are working with gel or acrylic nails, be sure to use NON-acetone remover)
• Make up Sponge or Wedge.
• Top Coat of choice. I prefer "Out the Door" top coat. Dries in seconds and leave a beautiful shine! 
• Rhinestones of your choice.
• Some glitter polish. I used silver. Be creative and make it your own! Do whatever you like! 

First, take the white polish and create the "V" shaped french tip on all nails EXCEPT the ring and thumb.

On the ring finger and thumb, I took the white polish and put 2 coats all over the nail.

Next, I took my make up wedge and applied the two separate shades of pink and put it on the wedge. Then, simply apply the polish onto the ring and thumb nails in a "rocking" motion, being sure to cover the nail entirely. 

After that, I took my nail art brush and applied the dark pink stripes on top of the "V"

After all that is dry, I took my dotting tool and nail art brush and applied the dots and small stripes onto the ring and thumb fingers. 

Wait for a while and give it a chance to dry, then apply some glitter on top of the stripes of the ring and thumb fingers. 

Apply a top coat and your done!

**Be sure to use NON acetone polish remover when you are changing looks with gel or acrylic nails. If you use pure acetone to remove your looks, you will melt them right off!** 

ENJOY! <3 

Pink and Grey Leopard French Manicure!

This one was fun and easy! What you'll need:

• "Out the Door" Top coat.
• "Sally Hansen Hard as Nails" brand in the color "Hard to Get"
• "Sinful Colors" brand in the color "Cool Gray"
• "Pure Ice" brand in the color "Love"

*Any pink, white and matte gray color will do*

I didn't apply base coat to this look because I have tips with gel. I usually do not apply a base coat to a french look, unless I am dealing with a color that typically stains (red, pink, orange, green or yellow) 

First, apply your base coat.

Next, paint the free edge of the nails white (2 thin coats)

Then, after they dry, take the pink polish and make random dots on the tips of your nails, on top of the pink color. 

After those dry, paint "C" shapes around the pink dots with a small nail art brush. Also, place random gray dots in between them as well. If it's shaky, don't worry! Leopard spots are ragged around the edges and aren't perfect. 

After you do this step to all of the nails, wait until they dry, then apply the top coat! Done! 

Nail Hygiene!

Just a little tip: 
Whether you have long, natural nails or long, artificial nails, you need to make sure you keep them clean!
Long nails harbor bacteria a lot more easier than short nails do! You can purchase this little guy (to the right) at Walmart or any other convenience store for next to nothing in price. Or, you can go to the Dollar Store and buy toothbrushes and it'll do the same thing. I do believe the actual nail brushes are cheaper though. 
Anytime you wash your hands or use any kind of harsh soap to cleanse, make sure you apply nail cuticle (or baby oil) to the cuticle to keep them from drying. 
Washing alone isn't enough to keep the dirt and bacteria at bay that lies underneath the free edge of the nail. 
I know this probably seems like a simple post but this just came to mind today and I thought I'd share it! XOXO

Classic White French Manicure with a Rhinestone Accent!

I love the classic look! You've got to add a little bling to it thought to give it some pizzazz! What you will need:

• "Out The Door" Top Coat. I use this for a base as well. 
• Any white polish.
• Rhinestones. (I got a small $5 kit from Walmart)
• Nail Art Brushes.
• A silver striper.
• Nail Glue.

First I applied the base coat.

Then, I applied the white color to the free edge of the nail. (2 coats)

After those dried, I took the silver striper and and started at the top side corner of the white tip and drug it down towards the bottom to create a "V" (done on ring finger)

Next, after those dried, I took the nail art brush and dipped it into the white polish. Then, I re-created the look of the silver stripe but thicker and I did two lines (one on top of the other)

After that's dry, apply the glue where you want the rhinestone. Apply the stone and let it dry. 

After all is dry, apply two coats of top coat and your done! 

St. Patrick's Day French Manicure with Rhinestones!

This is a fun and easy way to get a cute look for St. Patrick's Day! Here is what you'll need:

• "Out the Door" top coat (I use it for a base coat as well, because it's thick.)
• "Rimmel London" brand in the color "Rags to Riches"
• "Sinful Colors" brand in the color "Queen of Beauty"
• "Heart to Art Embellish Me" gem kit (from Walmart)
• A toothpick.
• Nail glue.

First, apply a base coat to protect the nail.

Next, apply the green color to the free edge of every nail. (two thin coats)

After they dry, I grabbed some clear rhinestones as well as green ones and I alternated them in a straight line (white, green, white, green) on the ring finger.Use the nail glue to adhere the stones. I applied 5 stones to each finger. You can do as many as you want and however you want! Get creative!! This is where the toothpick came in handy. You can use wet q-tips to apply the stones or a pair of tweezers or the toothpick. Whatever you are most comfortable with. 

Lastly, apply two coats of top coat. 

*Make sure you really get around the gemstones with the topcoat, to firmly secure them*

After they dry, your finished! Enjoy!! XOXO

St. Patty's Day Nails!

This look was super easy to accomplish! Here is the supplies you will need for this look:

• "Nail Magic" base coat.
• "Rimmel London Lasting Finish Pro" in the color "Rags to Riches" #286
• "Pure Ice" brand in the color "I'll Behave" 
• Make-Up wedge.
• "Out the Door" top coat.
• Loose Gold Glitter. I used "Super Nail' in the color "Shining Dawn" I believe I purchased it at Sally's Beauty Supply. You can also view this loose glitter on my "What Supplies I use" post from a month ago. In case you wanted to know what it looked like.

First, apply a thin coat of base coat to all the nails.

After those are dry, apply the green color and glitter polish in two separate puddles on a paper plate. 

Take the solid green color first and apply it to the free edge of the nails. If you find that the color is too light/thin, paint on the green like normal with the nail polish brush to get the desired dark green color.

After all that is applied, take the make up wedge and dip it in the green polish that you just applied and put it on the free edge as well. Do this in a back and forth rocking motion.This will give the "ombre" or "faded look" to the nail. 

After all of them are dry, repeat the same process with the glitter polish (I'll Behave)

After those are dry, apply the loose gold glitter with a new make up wedge. You can apply some clear polish to the paper plate to apply the loose glitter onto the nails in the same fashion.  

Once all these are dry, apply the top coat and your done! 

Black and Silver Studded Gel Nails!

This is one of my favorite looks!! I love the square studs, they add some flare! What I used to accomplish this look: (minus the gel procedure)

• "Sinful Colors" brand in "Black on Black"
• A silver striper. (available at Sally's)
• "Out the Door" top coat. (also at Sally's)
• Q-Tips.
• Polish Remover.
• Nail Glue.

How to get this look:

First, apply a base coat (or top coat) of your choice. I used a top coat for a base this time only because it's a thicker liquid. My nails tend to stain easily so..I need the thick stuff :-) 

Next, after all is dry, apply the black color to the free edges of the nails except for the ring fingers. Paint those all black. Two thin coats on every nail.

Next, apply the silver stripes to the base of the black color. 

Next, apply the squares. I wet the tip of a Q-tip to apply them. Dot on nail glue to the spots where you want them. (I did them straight down in a row) The studs stick to the wet q-tips and comes off onto the nail easily when the stud comes in contact with the nail glue. 

After the glue dries, seal the deal with some thick top coat! "Out the Door" is by far my favorite!! AND it dries in 45 seconds tops! 

Once you are dry, your done! 

St. Patrick's Day Challenge!

Hello all! Here is my plan for St. Patrick's Day as far as nails go: 

I will only be devoting ONE day (St. Patrick's Day) for a fun, green St. Patrick's Day design! So...I want YOU to send me pictures and I will pick ONE look from those pictures to re-create! Simply google a nail design, get it from Pinterest or however else you like! Here is how you can send them to me:

• To my email: krystle.coe05@gmail.com
• To my Pinterest Profile: http://www.pinterest.com/krysaeb3/
• To my Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/krystle.coe.7

Feel free to send as many as you like! 

*This challenge closes three days prior to St. Patrick's Day*

That way I have time to pick a design and do it! Thank you for participating! XOXO

Wedding Nails!

This look is very elegant! Also, very easy to accomplish! What you will need to create this look (minus the gel equipment and procedure):

• Base coat of your choice.
• "Sinful Colors" brand in the color "Snow Me White"
• Some pearl accents. You can get these from Sally's or even Walmart! I got the whole set from the Dollar Store!! (listed in the previous "supplies I use" post)
• Nail Glue of your choice.
• Loose white glitter (make sure you get white and not silver to accomplish this look)
• Make-Up wedges.
• Q-tips or tweezers.
• Top Coat of your choice. 

I use "Out The Door" brand from Sally's because it dries in less than 45 seconds or so! Great stuff!! 

First, apply the base coat.
Next, take the white nail polish and dab it onto a plate. Then, use a make up wedge for application.
Dip the make up wedge into the white polish, making sure to get a nice even coat on the tip of the wedge. Then, in a rocking motion, apply the white polish onto the free edge of the nail. Do two coats and make sure that they are completely dry between each coat. 
After all the white color is dry on all of the nails, you apply the loose glitter to the free edges. Use base coat and a make up wedge for this as well in the same fashion.
Next, take the nail glue and put three small dots of glue in a row under the white color as seen above. You can apply them with a wet Q-tip or tweezers (whatever is easier for you). Give the glue a chance to dry underneath the pearls, then, apply the top coat on top and around the pearls to give them staying power. 
Apply top coat to the rest of your nails, then your done! Thanks for reading! XOXO

Black and White Gel Nails!!

This is my FIRST set of gel nails!!! I got all of my product today! 

How to get this look (minus instructions on how to apply tips and gel)

What you will need:

• Nail Magic or any kind of base coat.
• "Sinful Colors" brand in the color "Snow Me White."
• "Pure Ice" brand in the color "Black Rage" or the .99 minis from Sally's (which is what I used for this look)
• A silver striper. 
• A nail art brush. I used a small one from Sally's Beauty.
• "Out the Door" top coat.

First, apply the nails with a base coat to protect the nails from staining. 

Next alternate white and black, starting with the pinky nails. Apply two thin coats of each color! 

After all of these dry, apply the thin stripe of black to the white nails (as seen on the pinky and middle finger)

Next, take the nail art brush and apply the white stripes to the black nails (index and ring finger)

After these are dry, take the silver striper and use the silver color as a "separator" between the black and white colors. 

Then, just use the silver color underneath the black colors. 

*You can also add silver to the white stripes as well if you desire. Make it your own! There is no right or wrong way!*  

After all is dry, apply top coat and your finished! 

Blue and Metallic Silver Manicure!

So, I am finished with the Valentine's Day looks for this month! I am just going to be posting looks that I think are awesome and "post worthy" and also, requests from you! Here is what you'll need to achieve this look:

• "Nail Magic" base coat.
• "Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear" in the color "Celeb City"
• "Avon Mega Watt" in the color "Shock"
• "Finger Paints" in the color "Copy Cat"
• "Out The Door" top coat.

*You can use whatever colors you have on hand, I am just telling you what I use to get these looks* 

I don't recommend the Avon brand nail polish in any bright color like this because it took me 5 thin coats to achieve the desired blue color.

First, I applied the base coat.

Then, I applied the blue color (in 5 thin coats) on the index, middle and pinky fingers.

Next, I applied the metallic silver color (one coat is just fine) to the ring and thumb fingers.

After the metallic color dried, I took the chunky glitter and put 1 coat on top. (This glitter has a green background color to it. You can find chunky glitters that don't have this if you prefer) 

After everything dries, apply the top coat and your done! XOXO