The GIT Girl Magazine Volume II: September/October 2014 | Page 39

7. Add two coats of the color polish of your choice and allow to dry for two minutes. 8. Add a top coat, allow to dry, remove toe spacers, and move on to your manicure following these same steps. Viola! Now that you have mastered your DIY pedicure, your manicure will be a breeze. You have just completed a professional manicure and pedicure that should last you 5 to 7 days. Plus, you kept around $70.00 in your pocket. Pretty and smart! Tips for your manicure: You should only soak your nails for a brief amount of time. Soaking your hands for too long may weaken your nails. When trimming your cuticles, take extra care to cut away only dead skin. Damaging healthy skin can result in pain and infection. When washing your hands, use an exfoliating scrub to get your hands super soft. If you are a diabetic, always consult with your physician/podiatrist about what steps to take for foot care. 4 DIY Manicurists We Love! NEW LINE ALERT This new line from Sinful Colors Professional is part of the Declare Your Style campaign. It features an innovative nail color technology. Apply 2 coats and the color will dry to a silk (mate) finish. To achieve the satin (shiny) look, simply add a clear topcoat. You’ll love these 6 beautiful colors! Glitter Nails by Kathy [email protected] Kbkopija @kbkopija Miss Thang Nail Art @missthang_x Imagine Uhlenbrock text: 402-515-5444 Real Teal Silver Solutin Prime Purple Pipya Solar Flux Matte aboutblue