While I’m out in the Southwest having a sibling reunion I have a few fashionable women keeping y’all entertained until I come back. I hope you enjoy their posts. Make sure to leave lots of comments for them and once again thanks for the help ladies.
Today’s post is brought to you by a good friend of mine, Leslie from Unmade. Leslie is my go to gal when it comes to anything relating to beauty products, especially nails.
Today’s post is brought to you by a good friend of mine, Leslie from Unmade. Leslie is my go to gal when it comes to anything relating to beauty products, especially nails.
CND’s Shellac, a revolutionary UV color, is unlike any other nail product on the market. What’s the big deal? How about:
- It’s applied just like regular polish, but it dries under a UV lamp in between coats – It’s your natural nails, but better!
- Your nails are completely dry before you get up from the manicure table
- No dents, scratches or smudges; Put those boots on right after application!
- Application takes only a few minutes longer than a regular manicure would
- 3-Free (No toluene, formaldehyde or DBP)
- Helped my nails grow stronger, thanks to its durability
- Stays shiny and chip free for two weeks
Did you catch that one? Two. Weeks.
Now, my regular manicures usually last a week. To not have to worry about them for two weeks is just ridiculous. And don’t try to go back to regular polishes and top coat after getting Shellac’d. The shine just doesn’t compare. Are there any cons? Sure.
- Limited color selection – More will be released around January 2011
- Should only be removed by a professional – Your tips will soak in pure acetone, then the product comes right off
- Pricier (but I think the convenience is worth it)
So, where can you get a Shellac manicure? Shellac is a professional product, so you can’t buy and apply it yourself. I get mine done at Spa Atlantis in Downtown New Orleans by my favorite manicurist, Marie. Ask for her and tell her I sent you. She’ll do you right.
Now, it’s difficult for me not to change my polish every week, but I will hold out as long as I can and take a picture of my nails before I have it removed. Need a second opinion (or you like moving pictures)? Check out BellaSugar’s review of Shellac.
*Disclosure: This service was provided complimentary for review.
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One reply on “Guest Post- Shellac Nail Polish”
i really want to get this done, but i cannot imagine spending $45 every two weeks on my NAILS! in Greenwich, CT (where i’m from) you can get a manicure that lasts ALMOST two weeks for $10. but, the nails do look strong and shiny with this new product!