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Blossom into Spring with Fresh Nails

May 3rd, 2014 • Posted by Scruples Salon & Spa • Permalink

After a deep, dark color infused winter, the spring nail polish collections are providing a much needed breath of fresh air. With the overall emphasis on clean and chic, shades sporting names like Cotton Candy, Creamsicle, and Pearly White are leading the way.

The newest look is all about nails that are classic and refined. Spring's go-to-palette involves an unimaginable assortment of milky whites, not even there nudes, and muted neutrals; beiges, sand and grays. An understated look, the new polishes flatter just about every tone of skin. Those who take the color-break plunge will soon be sporting a younger, hipper and more elegant minimalistic vibe. Whether wearing stark whites that feel oh-so mod, or eggshell, putty, cremes and nudes the message is the same - it's all about fresh.

More of the must-have shades for spring -- camp-colored khakis, steel grays and yummy caramels. With opaque finishes and high-gloss shines, these newbies are wearable and versatile, easily making the seamless transition from the no-really-I'm-serious workdays to non-stop-high-fiving weekends of fun.

For those special occasions that demand an infusion of bling, no worries, simply top off sheer white or nude nails with sparkling metallic hues for insta-glam. Flecks of silver, platinum, copper or gold morph into the perfect topcoat -- injecting a super shot of shine. Or, try a smidge of shimmer on just the tip of your nails, you'll crank-up the wow factor while holding on to the tone-down trend. Of course, there's always the luxe-diamond decal option, kept to a single digit to create a similarly stunning effect.

The year's hippest trend -- the Reverse French Tip rages on. An ultra-sleek look, achieved by painting the nails, while leaving the bottom clear or muted continues its reign. To get the look, dial-up your inner Matisse, apply color with short, multi-directional brushstrokes or use a small brush and paint graphic images and styles -- try moons, V-shapes or diagonal stripes.

Regardless of the shade you select remember, the sun affects lighter polishes faster than most darker shades. To preserve your spring nails, and avoid that rapid discoloration, start with a base coat and always cover-up with a UV-deflecting topcoat for both protection and a glossy shine.
It's time to set those deep, dark shades aside. Spring in to action with fresh, clean and chic polished nails.