Nailene Gives Nails A New Look And Style
June 30, 2009
Having lovely nails is a necessity at all times- whether we are wearing nail polish or not. I know I prefer to have no nail polish over chipped nail polish at any time. Bad nails will ruin any fabulous look in an instant.
I am very grateful to have now discovered Nailene- not only are their products inexpensive but they are for the fashionista on the go. With fabulous press-on nails in beautiful designs, they also have many options for adding your own personal style into the mix. Like for instance, my new favorite toy:
This is the “French Tip Pen” and it comes in two colors- black or white. The beauty of this is how it makes applying a smooth line simple and quick. But do be aware that like anything else it takes some practice with your non dominant hand since it does act like a pen. I know I’ve gotten so used to a brush it took me a moment- but honestly by the second nail I forgot all about it and fell in love once again.
You could actually fill in the entire nail, too, if you wanted. I am going to explore the options available with this incredible tool- polka dots, little designs, stripes- oh so much to explore! A brush cannot give you that kind of flexibility or control. It applies smoothly with no glopping- just clean and beautiful.
Another luxury I have found out about this pen throughout the week is that as my nails do begin to chip, touching up takes seconds! It mixes in flawlessly and I can just fill in to missing pieces without anyone being the wiser. Love it.
If control is an issue for you they also offer these stickers you can put in place to provide a clean line. Just put them into place, swipe away with this nail polish pen- and you have a gorgeous look waiting for you.
The strips are great if you need them, though honestly I like to freehand it as I feel pretty comfortable and in control. It is especially nice, however, when you are in a hurry and don’t want to worry about it. There’s no excuse for bad nails, even on the rush.
I think I may use the stickers for playing with designs- placing them one over the other or next to each other for strips and zig zags. I’ll show you as I experiment and see what comes up.
They have so many fun options to play with, whether you are in a hurry or you have the time to really dress your nails up. I’ve been playing with some of their stickers they also offer- everything from little gems to pretty designs- just place them on the nail, layer a clear coat to keep it clean and in place, and you are done. I’ll give you a sneak peak at some of what I’ve done so far- but much more is to come soon.
Speak with you soon- if you start experimenting with your own ideas be sure to share them, I would love to see them!
LOVE the blog…… I’ve added a link to For The Sake of Fashion
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G
delighted you do, thank you! I’ve done the same after having enjoyed yours
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Your nails look great, nailene makes ones a mani so easy!
thanks for sharing
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marian
Great post I agree girls should always have good looking nails! That black nail pen is a great idea xoxox
This is pretty sweet. I like it simply for the fact that it makes it easier to touch up.
thank you, loves! Alixrose- I think that’s my favorite feature so far, too- the instant and flawless touch up is a huge appeal. So easy to carry around, too.
SUCH AN ARTIST!
I want these nails too!
http://lainarollercoaster.blogspot.com
Where are you from? Is it a secret?
Hobosic
thank you, LA- they actually have some cool press on nails with a “couture” french tip design. That way you don’t have to worry about control, it’s very easy.
The pen is very cool though- stands out to me since it is so different than other nail products out in the stores… colors are great but a pen with control and a smooth finish is pretty fabulous.
Hobosic, not necessarily a secret, especially since I love to travel.lol.
love the black tips! sooo good.
xxoo
http://RiotReport.com
that’s pretty cool - i didn’t know they made something like that! thanks for sharing!
xo
http://www.froufroufashionista.blogspot.com
Riot Report, a delight to have you on here, appreciate the kind words ;D
Alison, they have some fun options for dressing up nails. This pen is certainly my new toy- but look out for their stickers and other products. I’m curious to see what they bring out next.
xx
Hi, I just discovered your site and totally love it! It is so nice to see devotion to “charm” as sometimes it seems to be a lost art. Keep up the great work.