Sunday, November 8, 2015

OPI Starlight Collection for Holiday 2015


Starlight Collection by OPI brings a constellation of color to nails and toes for Holiday 2015. This new collection of 18 limited-edition nail lacquers and GelColors sends style into the stratosphere with hues as glittery as the night sky, as deep as space itself, and as riveting as a romance written in the stars.

Beauty and technology collide to stellar effect in Starlight Collection by OPI. New shades, finishes and textures fire the imagination and transport the wearer to unexplored worlds.

“Our seasonal collections have often drawn their inspiration from dream destinations, and now, the sky really is the limit,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Co-Founder & Brand Ambassador. “For Holiday 2015, the sparkle and glow of distant stars and galaxies is right at our fingertips, no telescope required. Starlight Collection by OPI is on a mission to make you shine, and prove that beauty is indeed universal.”

“From rich jewel tones and unearthly metallics to spectacular glitters and celebratory confettis, we love these shades and textures to the moon and back,” adds Weiss-Fischmann, who notes that the collection also includes Swarovski crystal and metallic embellishments to inspire nail art worthy of any holiday soiree.

Starlight Collection by OPI includes the following shades in both nail lacquer and GelColor formulas:
  • Love is in My Cards - This warm, romantic red is destined for me.
  • Ro-Man-ce on the Moon - Rendezvous in the glow of this lustrous, rich red.
  • Guys & Galaxies - This maroon beauty makes my world go ‘round.
  • Let Your Love Shine - Show it off in shimmery, red splendor!
  • I’m in the Moon for Love - Simply because I’m wearing this plum.
  • Cosmo with a Twist - Subtle sparkle adds depth to this purple.
  • Give Me Space - Night-sky blue with room to sparkle.
  • Center of the You-niverse - Endless space black shimmer.
  • No More Mr. Night Sky - An assertive, dark shimmery gray.
  • Super Star Status - A spotlight-stealing silver and gold glitter.
  • I Drive a SuperNova - Hitch a ride on this lustrous sterling silver.
  • By the Light of the Moon - Silvery and sparkly…prepare to swoon.
  • Comet Closer - May I take this warm, textured gold?
  • Is this Star Taken? - Iridescent icicles fly in this smooth gold.
  • Press * for Silver - This warm, rosy silver really calls to me.
  • Infrared-y to Glow - Strike up the glam with red confetti and glitter.
  • Ce-less-tial is More - This pink super-glitter shines with heavenly light.
  • Two Wrongs Don’t Make a Meteorite - This rosy, golden confetti is so right-on!

Starlight nail lacquer shades each feature OPI’s exclusive ProWideTM Brush for the ultimate application. Starlight Collection by OPI will be available in both nail lacquer and GelColor formulas beginning October 2015. Nail lacquers will retail for $9.50 ($11.50 CAN) each at select Professional Salons and retailers including Beauty Brands, beautybrands.com, Chatters, Dillard’s, Regis, ULTA and ulta.com. GelColor is an in-salon, professional service only.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

China Glaze Cheers! Collection for Holiday 2015

China Glaze Cheers! Collection via @chalkboardnails

After a year full of colourful adventures, China Glaze® ends 2015 with a bang and burst of glittering confetti. Pop the champagne and celebrate the New Year with the Cheers! Holiday 2015 collection. These twist-on-traditional shades create party-ready manicures while the gift sets and nail art kits make perfect party favors, stocking stuffers and gifts (shhh, we won’t tell if the gift is for yourself!).

Ring in the New Year with one or all of the China Glaze® Cheers! shades:
  • Better Not Pout*: Merry berry pearl 
  • Brand Sparkin’ New Year: Deep prismatic purple glitter 
  • Coal Hands, Warm Heart: Midnight blue holographic glitter 
  • Mix and Mingle: Vivid deep purple crème 
  • Peppermint to Be*: Glittering ruby shimmer 
  • I Soiree I Didn’t Do It*: Bright and cheery green glitter 
  • Bring on the Bubbly: Gleaming gold glitter 
  • Ugly Sweater Party*: Multi-dimensional red glitter 
  • Son of a Nutcracker: Fiery red-orange pearl 
  • Break the Ice: Icy prismatic silver glitter 
  • Wine Down for What?: Rich red crème 
  • Don’t Get Elfed Up: Glistening deep emerald shimmer 
(*Also available in Gelaze® Gel-n-Base in One™ formula)

Spend this holiday season in colour with China Glaze® Cheers! collection, available in November 2015 at fine beauty supply stores including Ulta and Sally Beauty Supply. MSRP $7.50 for individual shades.

For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Instagram (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Twitter (@ChinaGlaze) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze).

Monday, October 12, 2015

China Glaze Ghoul's Night Out for Halloween 2015

China Glaze Ghoul's Night Out via @chalkboardnails

Join China Glaze for a Ghouls Night Out this Halloween!

This Halloween gather your best “ghoul-friends” and join China Glaze for a Ghouls Night Out. Put on your most “bootiful” costume and dance the night away at our ultra-exclusive Haunted House Party where other guests will include this limited edition collection of six electric shades including neon crèmes, new glitters and the re-release of ever-popular Ghoulish Glow glow-in-the-dark top coat.

China Glaze Ghouls Night Out marks the latest in innovative technology from the brand with the release of three new matte glitter effect top coats. The first of its kind to market, these multi-sized glitters can be worn alone or layered over any China Glaze® nail lacquer. For an extra spook-tacular mani, pair these glitters with Ghoulish Glow for a party-ready look that really shines when the lights go out.

The Ghouls Night Out collection includes:
  • Cackle If You Want To: Spooky purple and black glitter 
  • Ghostess with the Mostess: Haunting multi-coloured confetti glitter 
  • Something’s Brewing: Monstrous green and black glitter 
  • Looking Bootiful: Mysterious neon purple crème 
  • Lady and the Vamp: Smashing neon pumpkin crème 
  • Drink Up Witches: Freaky neon Frankenstein green crème 
  • Ghoulish Glow: Glow-in-the-dark top coat 

China Glaze is also offering two nail design kits, No Bones About it and Itsy Bitsy Spider, both of which includes a core China Glaze lacquer and Stripe Rite liner, plus nail decals to create the spookiest manicure around.

China Glaze Ghouls Night Out will be available in September 2015 at fine beauty supply stores including Sally Beauty Supply. MSRP $7.50 for individual shades.

For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Instagram (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Twitter (@ChinaGlaze) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze).

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Zoya Matte Velvet Collection for Holiday 2015


The best-selling, MATTEVELVET finish returns this holiday season with six new shades. Each nail polish perfectly opaque, matte color with that extra special ZOYA MATTEVELVET fleck finish everyone loves.
  • Aspen - a sparkling artic white with a micronized diamond pearl fleck.
  • Sue - a soft champagne gold with a multi-hued oyster shell pearl fleck.
  • Amal – a classic crimson red with a ruby red pearl fleck.
  • Iris - a deep amethyst with a fuchsia pearl fleck.
  • Yves - a deep sapphire that's midway in between indigo and royal blue with a blue pearl fleck.
  • Honor - a true emerald green with a tone on tone emerald pearl fleck.

NOTE: MATTEVELVET nail color by Zoya is not intended to be worn with a base coat, glossy top coat or speed dryer. Due to the unique matte formulation, color is not as long-wearing as traditional nail color. A completely clean, dry surface yields the best results for matte nail color wear. To extend wear, apply one coat of the Zoya Matte Velvet Topcoat over your favorite matte shades after polish is completely dry.

Available now on Zoya.com for $10 each.


Tuesday, September 1, 2015

KBShimmer Fall 2015 Collection

Warm up to the rich, jewel toned colors in the KBShimmer Fall 2015 Collection! The lineup of 12 new polishes celebrates the fun textures, dazzling foliage, and cozy shades of the season. Available in a variety of outstanding formulas and finishes, the KBShimmer Fall 2015 Collection will be your best cool weather accessory!

KBShimmer Fall 2015 Collection via @chalkboardnails
  • Be Scareful: Orange and black dots, shreds and circles swim among a near white crelly base. After dark, this polish glows ghoulish green!
  • I Feel Gourd-geous: A coppery champagne color, this fine holographic polish shines in the light.
  • Open Toad Shoes: A soft olive green crelly with pops of navy, burgundy, and chartreuse glitters and hints of holographic shimmer.
  • Such A Vlad-Ass: A deepened blood red cream with a slight blue undertone
  • Fig-Get About It: A linear holographic polish in a darkened fig color burgundy
  • Soul Deep: A blackened blurple cream, this deep midnight blue has purple undertones for a dark and dramatic look
  • Dark & Twisty: A black jelly polish loaded with fine metallic glitters in a rainbow of colors.
  • Carpe Denim: A dark denim, navy jelly polish loaded with small silver holographic glitters
  • Breaking Blues: A darkened Periwinkle blue with a cream finish
  • Talk Qwerty To Me: A shimmering teal polish, this fun shade has pops of blue and gold micro flakes
  • Teal It To My Heart: A strongly pigmented teal polish with a cream finish
  • I’ve Seen Sweater Days: A muted teal crelly, pops of cobalt blue glitter, lime green holo glitters and sliver glitters accent this polish

The KBShimmer Fall 2015 Collection will be available September 1, 2015 on KBShimmer.com, Amazon.com and at select salons & retailers. For sales outside the U.S., visit www.harlowandco.org.

Thursday, August 27, 2015

Sally Hansen Hard As Nails Xtreme Wear for Fall 2015

Give your manicure festival flare with Sally Hansen's new Hard As Nails Xtreme Wear Collection!

Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear Fall 2015 via @chalkboardnails

This season is all about vibrant prints and casually cool colors that reigned on the runway. Taking its hue cues from the embellished fabrics and folkloric prints of the American west, Sally Hansen Xtreme Wear’s new nail color collection combines beautifully boho shades with rich pigment pay-off and intense shine. The collection includes eight new stylish offerings that are perfect for free-spirits who play by their own rules.

The collection includes:
  • Femme Feather: Deck your digits with this season’s indie-inspired shade of blush
  • Heritage Red: This bright, creamy red invokes a modern slant on the most classic manicure 
  • Out for Oxblood: A dangerously dusky deep maroon, this rich shade compliments heavier fall fabrics
  • Fall Flare: Celebrate cooler climates with a glossy coat punched up with a fuchsia glitter fiesta
  • Strike Gold: Live it up — this leafy, glitter-infused shade takes gold to a new level of luxury
  • Hard Cider: Paint on this electric poppy polish to amp up your festival-fierce look
  • Boho Blue: Temper the Mojavi heat with a Pacific-Oceanesque cobalt blue
  • Gypsy Jade: This warm, deep sea-glass tone is a total gem

Sunday, August 16, 2015

China Glaze The Great Outdoors Collection for Fall 2015

China Glaze The Great Outdoors Collection via @chalkboardnails

The Colour Adventure Continues with China Glaze Fall Collection

Deadlines to meet. Trains to catch. Speeding cars. Loud sirens. In the hustle and bustle of today’s fast paced world, it is easy to lose sight of the true beauty that surrounds us. It can be a challenge to slow down and appreciate the wondrous world all around. This fall, China Glaze encourages you to do just that with its The Great Outdoors collection. Continuing on its 2015 Colour Adventure, China Glaze explores the vast tones and textures of the wilderness. These 12 new nature-inspired shades inspire you to ground yourself, even if for just a moment, and appreciate the treasures of the great outdoors that shimmer, sparkle and wow.

Unplug and reconnect with nature with The Great Outdoors shades:
  • S’More Fun: Adventurous lemon lime crème 
  • Gone Glamping: Gold to green duo chrome 
  • Take a Hike: Rich mossy green crème 
  • Let’s Dew It: Multi dimensional blue gray glitter 
  • Sleeping Under the Stars: Dark blue with stardust shimmer 
  • Pondering: Deep amethyst duo chrome 
  • Check Out the Silver Fox: Metallic gunmetal gray 
  • Change Your Altitude: Pebble greige crème 
  • Wood You Wanna?: Rich brown burgundy metallic 
  • My Lodge or Yours?: Natural mauve crème 
  • Cabin Fever: Pink to copper dup chrome 
  • Free Bear Hugs: Deep black red crème 

China Glaze The Great Outdoors will be available in August 2015 at Ulta and Sally Beauty Supply, as well as fine salons. MSRP $7.50 for individual shades.

For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on Facebook (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Instagram (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Twitter (@ChinaGlaze) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze).

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

LVX Fall 2015 Collection

Upon Pantone’s announcement of Color of the Year for 2015, LVX did not hesitate in creating a nail shade that would gratify the Marsala craze- the gorgeous brick red will be a part of the brand’s newest collection. In addition and for the first time ever, the brand is releasing two new sheer nude lacquers. Drawing color inspiration from top runway trends, LVX is releasing six custom shades for its 2015 Fall Collection.

NU – SIENNA – MONARCH – NARCISSIST – RHONE – MILITAIRE
LVX Fall 2015 Collection via @chalkboardnails

The long lasting, chip resistant and non-streak formula is free of harsh and toxic chemicals. LVX products are VEGAN and formulated without the use of Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, DBP, Toluene, and Camphor. LVX is a no compromise nail lacquer that has superior formulation, is socially responsible and eco friendly. LVX nail lacquer is cruelty-free. All products are produced in the U.S.A.

The new collection will be available for pre-order August 17h on www.shoplvx.com.

Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Zoya Focus and Flair Collections

From Runway to Real Life!
ZOYA FOCUS & FLAIR
Two exciting new Zoya Nail Polish collections arrive for Fall 2015

Zoya Focus Collection via @chalkboardnails
The Zoya Focus Collection features six strong, solid shades that anchor a look for fall as stand-alone shades. The densely pigmented cream formula features a unique, micro-grind pigment that allows for extra-smooth, streak-free application.
  • Charli - a dusty taupe cream with a hint of green, a perfect neutral.
  • Desiree - a classic sable brown cream that has just enough gray to keep it cool in tone.
  • Hannah – a clear, classic red cream with a balanced (neutral) undertone.
  • Janel - a deep red cream with a rich warm undertone.
  • Lidia - a rich eggplant cream with a blackened purple base and just a hint of red resulting in a color that is wearable for most skin tones.
  • Sia - a true, royal blue cream. NOTE: This is a highly pigmented shade - make sure to apply a base coat to prevent staining.

Zoya Flair Collection via @chalkboardnails
Six, jewel toned liquid metal shades. The unique, micro-grind metallic pigment of the Zoya Flair Collection is fully blended into a vibrant base, creating the effect of brilliant colored melted metal!
  • Tris - a blackened, brushed nickel liquid metal.
  • Cinnamon - a classic bronze liquid metal, originally designed for Zang Toi NYFW F/W15.
  • Aggie - a gold holo-flip, liquid metal with bronze micro glitter. Sheer enough for layering with one coat or fully opaque in three coats!
  • Ember - a deep, fiery red liquid metal with enough blue to be wearable for all skin tones.
  • Giada - a purple liquid metal with a hint of fuchsia pearl.
  • Estelle - a blue on blue liquid metal with a blackened base.

Each shade will retail for $9, and is available in top salons, spas, and on zoya.com. Currently available for preorder.

Friday, July 31, 2015

CND Holiday 2015 Aurora Collection

CND Holiday 2015 Aurora Collection

Discover the beauty of the Arctic tundra with the NEW Holiday 2015 Aurora collection from CND. Colors crystallize into shimmering frozen pastels and surreal glacial hues.

“This holiday season, nail trends capture a crystalline essence with icy, glistening finishes,” says CND Co-founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. “Shapes range from the elegantly slender almond to a naturally subtle square, with shimmer that evokes the glint of sun setting across the snow.”

CND Shellac Aurora Collection via @chalkboardnails
CND® SHELLAC® BRAND 14+ DAY NAIL COLOR
AVAILABLE IN: Nordic Lights, Winter Glow, Glacial Mist, Tundra

Available worldwide Holiday 2015; visit the Salon Locator on cnd.com to find a CND® SHELLAC® Brand Certified Pro. In-salon CND® SHELLAC® brand 14+ day nail color services range from $45-$55, depending on location.

VINYLUX® WEEKLY POLISH SYSTEM
AVAILABLE IN: Nordic Lights, Winter Glow, Glacial Mist, Tundra

Available worldwide Holiday 2015; visit the Salon Locator at cnd.com/find-salon; visit cnd.com/VINYLUX, loxabeauty.com, ULTA or ulta.com to purchase. In-salon VINYLUX® Weekly Polish services range from $20-$35, depending on location; VINYLUX® Weekly Polish and VINYLUX® Weekly Top Coat retail for $10.50 per bottle at select salons.

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

OPI Venice Collection for Fall/Winter 2015

OPI Venice Collection via @chalkboardnails
ESCAPE TO ITALY WITH THE NEW VENICE COLLECTION BY OPI

The leading nail professional and color experts at OPI have created a collection this Fall/Winter 2015 that captures the essence of one of Europe’s most romantic ancient capitals. A city of opulent pleasures, lavish artwork, and breathtaking Baroque architecture, for centuries Venice has inspired artists and composers to create works of timeless beauty.

The world’s number one salon brand has created its own tribute to the famed “Queen of the Adriatic” with the all new Venice Collection. Featuring 15 new lacquer shades with matching GelColor to evoke the sumptuous elegance and grandiose splendor of the floating city, the OPI Venice Collection brings the alluring spirit of Venice to life anywhere.

OPI Co-Founder & Brand Ambassador Suzi Weiss-Fischmann explains, “Dreaming of Venice calls to mind peoplewatching in the piazza, sipping champagne in a gondola, or enjoying a gelato in an outdoor café as you stroll and float through this extraordinary city. So we created a collection of romantic reds, decadent blues, striking corals, dreamy pastels, elegant nudes, dramatic darks, and luxurious metallics that celebrate this vision of over-the-top indulgence.”

This bold and elegant collection will introduce 12 new shades to the permanent OPI color family, and three limited edition offerings to ignite and renew your passion for color with a touch of Italian seduction.

The complete Venice Collection will be available in both OPI Nail Lacquer and GelColor formulas.
  • A Great Opera-tunity - Lush melon creme
  • It’s a Piazza Cake - Persimmon creme
  • Worth a Pretty Penne - Shimmery copper
  • Tiramisu for Two - Coffee cream
  • Amore at the Grand Canal - Ravishing red
  • Gimme a Lido Kiss - Shimmering red
  • Be There in a Prosecco - Opaque cream
  • I Cannoli Wear OPI - Pale gray creme
  • Gelato on My Mind - Icy blue cream
  • Purple Palazzo Pants - Pastel lilac
  • O Suzi Mio - Bold eggplant
  • My Gondola or Yours? - Luscious black
  • Venice the Party? - Bold aquamarine (LE)
  • Baroque…But Still Shopping - Glittering gold (LE)
  • St. Mark’s the Spot - Deep navy (LE)
Discover the collection beginning August 2015 at Ulta, Ulta.com and professional salons. Venice by OPI Nail Lacquers will retail for $9.50. 

Saturday, June 6, 2015

Nail Envy Strength in Color Collection

THE NAIL ENVY STRENGTH IN COLOR COLLECTION

The Nail Envy Strength in Color Collection combines the fortifying power of OPI’s Original Nail Envy Nail Strengthener combined with softly tinted color in four must-have OPI shades. Now, the trusted formula you love—from the world’s number one salon brand, OPI—has added delicate, feminine color for the very first time. Infused with hydrolyzed wheat protein and calcium, the new Nail Envy Strength in Color Collection delivers maximum strengthening aid to transform weak, damaged nails into longer, stronger, harder nails shining with bold, true-to-bottle color.

Inspired by of-the-moment creamsicle hued and pink quartz spring runway looks, this first-of-its-kind collection includes classic OPI favorite shades like Hawaiian Orchid, Samoan Sand, and Bubble Bath, plus a Nail Envy-only exclusive offering, Pink to Envy. Simply apply this innovative two-in-one nail strengthener plus color lacquer directly onto nails to add some much needed muscle to your manicure.

The NEW Nail Envy Nail Strengthener Collection Includes:
  • Hawaiian Orchid: A tropical pink with hints of light purple
  • Samoan Sand: A warm beige-pink
  • Bubble Bath: A sweet candy pink
  • Pink to Envy: A Nail Envy exclusive shade in sheer light pink

LVX Summer 2015 Collection


LVX announces the launch of their 13th debut collection. Drawing color inspiration from top runway trends, LVX releases six custom shades for their 2015 Summer Collection.

The top shades that will define the Summer 2015 season will include:
SHIRAZ
PARAISO
CAICOS
AVENAL
DAMASK
CURRANT

CND Fall 2015 Contradictions Collection

CND Fall 2015 Contradictions Collection

Turn up the contrast with the new Fall 2015 Contradictions collection from CND. Textures and tones collide for an unexpected elegance: leather and lace, street and chic, metal and pearl.

“This season’s trends celebrate an unexpected clash between gritty street elements and elegant details for a dynamic combination of glamour and grunge,” says CND Co-founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. “Nails evoke an edgy narrative with blackened pigments and heraldic ornaments. Enhanced almonds in purple and red are deepened and oxidized with smoked pearl and steel finishes.”


CND® SHELLAC® BRAND 14+ DAY NAIL COLOR
AVAILABLE IN: Safety Pin, Naked Naiveté, Tartan Punk, Rouge Rite, Poison Plum, Peacock Plume

Available worldwide Fall 2015; visit the Salon Locator on cnd.com to find a CND® SHELLAC® Brand Certified Pro. In-salon CND® SHELLAC® brand 14+ day nail color services range from $35-$50, depending on location.


VINYLUX® WEEKLY POLISH SYSTEM
AVAILABLE IN: Safety Pin, Naked Naiveté, Tartan Punk, Rouge Rite, Couture Covet, Peacock Plume, Poison Plum, Grommet

Available worldwide Fall 2015; visit the Salon Locator on cnd.com. In-salon VINYLUX® Weekly Polish services range from $20-$35, depending on location; VINYLUX® Weekly Polish and VINYLUX® Weekly Top Coat retail for $10.50 per bottle at select salons.

Sunday, May 10, 2015

OPI Brights Collection for 2015


Lacquers, gels, and limited-edition nail art kits in this season’s most sought-after bright shades. The world’s number one salon brand, OPI, is once again bringing bold nail color to the next level. For 30 years, leading salon artists have turned to OPI for the most coveted high-fashion colors with richly pigmented formulas. Now, the brand is bringing vivid, of-the-moment color to life with the latest Brights Collection.

Featuring six new must-have shades and three beloved favorites—from shockingly saturated hot pinks, to bold electric blues, to intensely vibrant lemon-lime—the collection delivers rich, true-to-bottle color in just a few coats. Take Brights in a new direction with debut glitter and metallic shades, create an unforgettable shimmering look with an exclusive Brights Swarovski crystal kit, or get statement color that lasts with the full range of Brights also available in OPI’s innovative GelColor formula. With the new Brights Collection, OPI makes it easy to create an intense color statement without saying a word.

These bold hues are the perfect way to make an impact. To create an even more dramatic pop of color, layer Brights over a solid white base.
  • Can’t Hear Myself Pink! - Shimmering metallic pink 
  • On Pinks and Needles - Hot pink glitter
  • I Sea You Wear OPI - Iridescent metallic blue
  • I STOP for Red - Scorching hot red 
  • The Berry Thought of You - Delectable purple
  • My Car has Navy-gation - Deep navy blue
  • Hotter Than You Pink - Hot pink
  • Down to the Core-al - Brilliant coral 
  • Life Gave Me Lemons - Citrusy lemon-lime 

Discover the collection from May 2015 at ULTA, ULTA.com, and select professional salons.

China Glaze Desert Escape Collection


Picture this: The sun dipping below the horizon, the moon rising in the sky, endless sand dunes glistening, vibrant tones of the desert radiating all around. Now you can capture this serene image in a bottle with Desert Escape, a limited edition summer specialty collection from China Glaze®. Inspired by the tones found in the vast desert landscape, the glowing pinks and reds are cooled by a serene turquoise and glisten against shimmering neutrals.

The six modern and neutral hues include:
  • Meet Me in the Mirage: Brilliant rose gold metallic shimmer 
  • What’s She Dune?: Tranquil sandy beige crème 
  • Rain Dance the Night Away: Bright turquoise crème 
  • Don’t Mesa With My Heart: Vibrant violet pink crème 
  • Don’t Desert Me: Intense fuchsia pearl shimmer 
  • The Heat Is On: Sunlit red-orange crème

Create a picturesque oasis on your tips with China Glaze® Desert Escape Nail Design Kits. Each kit includes three Desert Escape shades and a bonus nail art item to create a variety of mesa-inspired looks. Give nails a metallic vibe with the Fringe with Benefits kit which includes a set of temporary tattoos, or create a tribal-inspired look with the Art You Looking Tribal kit which includes a black Stripe Rite liner.

China Glaze® Desert Escape will be available in June 2015 online at LockAndMane.com. Individual shades MSRP $7.50; Nail Design Kits MSRP $14.95, Tribal Council Micro Minis MSRP $12.00.

For more information, please visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze® on Facebook (@ChinaGlaze), Instagram (@ChinaGlazeOfficial), Twitter (@ChinaGlaze) and Pinterest (pinterest.com/chinaglaze).

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Zoya Island Fun and Paradise Sun Collections

Introducing two new Zoya Nail Polish collections for Summer 2015, Island Fun & Paradise Sun. All in the Big5Free formula Zoya is famous for.


ISLAND FUN
Ready for an island vacation, these playful creams embody a tropical getaway! They are strong in color to balance the brilliance of the summer sun, with a flawless cream formula.
  • Jace - Modern tropical green in a full coverage and densely pigmented cream formula. A green that is more muted than lime and surprisingly wearable!
  • Cecilia - Classic teal in a full coverage and densely pigmented cream formula.
  • Talia - True turquoise in full coverage and densely pigmented cream formula.
  • Serenity - Summer purple in a full coverage and densely pigmented cream formula. Reminiscent of beautiful blooming irises, a harbinger of summer!
  • Nana - Deep summer fuchsia in a full coverage and densely pigmented cream formula.
  • Demetria - A vibrant poppy red in a full coverage and densely pigmented cream formula.

PARADISE SUN
Fully saturated with a gorgeous micronized metallic sheen, these shimmering beauties are much like sunshine sparkling on water. Meant to be used as an independent color, these shades feature a full-coverage, densely pigmented formula.
  • Genesis - Crystalline white with a micronized metallic pearl finish. Designed to look like micro-fine diamond dust!
  • Selene - True teal with a micronized metallic pearl finish. A unique shade with an aqua fleck that resembles deeper layers of ocean water.
  • Oceane - True turquoise with a micronized metallic pearl finish that reflects the clearest blue ocean waters.
  • Isa - Deep blue-based purple with a micronized metallic pearl finish and an aqua flash that embodies the beauty of exotic island flowers.
  • Mae - Warm magenta pink with a micronized metallic pearl finish, reminiscent of vibrant Mediterranean flowers.
  • Aphrodite - Vibrant summer red with a micronized pearl metallic finish and multi-hued flash that brings it to life.

Available on May 5th in top salons, spas and on zoya.com for $9 per bottle.

Sunday, April 12, 2015

OPI Color Paints Collection

MAKE A PLAYDATE WITH NEW COLOR PAINTS BLENDABLE NAIL LACQUER BY OPI

Translucent colors to layer and blend for endless nail art looks WHAT THEY ARE: A new line of blendable nail lacquers that let you create your own color masterpieces. This spring, the leading color experts at OPI have created a new way to get creative with nail art. The world’s number one salon brand introduces Color Paints Blendable Nail Lacquer, a line of ultra-luminous nail lacquers that let you layer and mix colors to create one-of-a-kind looks.

Featuring semi-translucent, buildable lacquers, the collection invites you to let your imagination run wild. The unique silver base illuminates each subsequent layer with striking vivid color. Stripe, swoosh, or swirl on layers of eye-catching color to create your own signature style. With nine new shades, OPI Color Paints Blendable Nail Lacquer makes each nail a paintable mini canvas of creativity.

Color Paints Blendable Nail Lacquer offers nine new shades, including:
  • Silver Canvas - A clean-slate silver to illuminate your masterpiece.
  • Primarily Yellow - Paint some sunshine with this glowing yellow.
  • Chromatic Orange - This freshly squeezed orange is awash with color.
  • Pen & Pink - I'm irresistibly drawn to this rosy pink.
  • Magenta Muse - This sultry red-violet is truly inspiring.
  • Purple Perspective - The depth of this purple is mesmerizing.
  • Indigo Motif - I have designs on this deep, midnight blue.
  • Turquoise Aesthetic - Beauty is in the eye of this deep aqua.
  • Landscape Artist - The lush, verdant green of wide-open vistas.

Explore these shades from May 2015 at ULTA, ULTA.com, and select professional salons for $9.50 SRP.

OPI SoftShades for 2015


NAIL THE NUDE LOOK WITH THE NEW SOFTSHADES COLLECTION BY OPI

Lacquers, gels, and limited edition nail art kits in must-have neutrals. The number one salon brand, OPI, is celebrating the lighter side of nail color. With signature high-fashion colors and iconic shade names, OPI has been a go-to for salon professionals for 30 years. Now, to bring the richly pigmented formulas you love to the season’s hottest nude matte nail trend, OPI introduces the new SoftShades Collection. This of-the-moment collection of blushes, nudes, and matte shades delivers rich, true-to-bottle color with just a few coats, even in the lightest hues.

So be inspired to reinvent the French Manicure with new pink and white limited edition shades, create sophisticated nail art with exclusive Swarovski crystal kits, or create the ultimate bridal look in romantic springtime sheers. And for those who love a SoftShades manicure and want it to last, OPI also features these new understated shades in their gel formula.

The SoftShades collection includes:
  • Chiffon My Mind - A sheer white 
  • Petal Soft - A pink and white flecked with white daisy decals   
  • Put it in Neutral - A pink-toned beige
  • Act Your Beige! - A light beige  
  • This Silver’s Mine! - A pearlescent silver
  • Make Light of the Situation - An iridescent glitter 

Find them at ULTA, ULTA.com and select professional salons for $9.50 per lacquer.

Saturday, April 11, 2015

KBShimmer Summer 2015 Collection, Part 1


KBShimmer is bleaching more than just highlights with the Summer Collection: Part 1! The line of 7 tropical inspired, sun-bleached neon cream polishes and 2 holographic glitter top coats are giving the typical bright hues of the season a much needed update! KBShimmer’s Summer Collection: Part 1 will launch May 15, 2015 with cream formulas retailing for $7.50 and top coats for $8.75. Keep an eye out – the Summer Collection: Part 2, an explosion of glitter, is coming soon!
  • DUST IN THE BOTTLE: A sparkly holographic dust top coat, ideal for adding bling to any manicure
  • LEI IT AGAIN: An electric pink cream
  • BAHAMA DRAMA: A near neon deep peach cream
  • LEGGO MY MANGO: A creamsicle orange cream
  • RUM ME THE RIGHT WAY: A shocking yellow cream and the perfect swap for nude
  • FOR SAIL BY OWNER: A juicy lime cream
  • IN YACHT WATER: A Caribbean blue cream with aqua leanings
  • SARONG PLACE, SARONG TIME: A vibrant purple cream
  • PRECIOUS PETALS: A glitter top coat in neon pink, purple, white, and aqua with a fine holographic dust

The KBShimmer Summer 2015 Collection: Part I will be available May 15, 2015 KBShimmer.com, Amazon.com and at select salons & retailers. For sales outside the U.S., visit www.harlowandco.org.

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

China Glaze Electric Nights for Summer 2015


DROP THE BEAT WITH CHINA GLAZE
China Glaze Introduces Electric Nights Neon Collection


Love, laugh, dance and bring the good vibes to the ultimate non-stop party when China Glaze launches Electric Nights, summer’s hottest day-glow nail lacquer collection. Inspired by the outrageously colorful fashion seen at electronic music festivals, Electric Nights features nine enhanced neon lacquers that illuminate under a black light and three first-of-its-kind splatter paint effect top coats. Mix and match them all to create a glowing, mashup manicure that won’t skip a beat.

Twelve bass-bumping, bold shades include:
  • Violet-Vibes: Ultra-violet purple crème
  • Plur-Ple*: Vibrant blue-purple crème
  • Glow with the Flow*: Ultra bright baby pink crème
  • Red-y to Rave*: Unstoppable neon red crème
  • Home Sweet House Music*: Neon orange crème
  • Daisy Know My Name?: Hi-light yellow crème
  • DJ Blue My Mind: Vivid blue crème
  • UV Meant to Be: Tranquil baby blue crème
  • Treble Maker: Glowing green crème
  • Point Me to the Party: Neon green, orange, pink and blue matte multi-size glitter
  • Let the Beat Drop: Hot orange and pink matte multi-size glitter
  • Can I Get An Untz Untz: Cool neon blue and green matte multi-size glitter
(*Also available in Gelaze Gel-n-Base in One formula)

The Electric Nights collection marks the first time four key shades will launch simultaneously in Gelaze Gel-n-Base in One gel polish as open stock colours and a 4-piece set: Red-y to Rave, Home Sweet House Music, Plur-Ple and Glow with the Flow. Electric Nights will also feature four limited edition “Tips & Toes” 2-piece sets of China Glaze and Gelaze shades – Gelaze for manicures and the matching China Glaze shade for pedicures.

Wave your nails in the air with China Glaze Electric Nights April 2015 at fine beauty supply stores and salons nationwide including Ulta and Sally Beauty Supply for a MSRP of $7.50.

For more information, visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on FacebookTwitterPinterest, and Instagram.

Nicole by OPI Coca-Cola Collection

NICOLE BY OPI TEAMS UP WITH COCA-COLA TO PUT CLASSIC COLOR AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Color your world with Nicole, a Coke, and a smile!

Six limited edition nail lacquers inspired by the world’s best loved Coca-Cola beverages. Coca-Cola delivers beverages to meet your active lifestyle and Nicole by OPI delivers a bright palette of colors that add “pop” to your look. Available in Coca-Cola original, the lighter side of Diet Coke, the sweet citrus pop of Fanta Orange, a fruity burst of Fanta Grape, the sparkling effervescence of Sprite, and the next generation refreshment of Coke Zero. Nicole by OPI + Coca-Cola invite you to experience “The Real Thing.”

The Coca-Cola collection includes:
  • Always a Classic Coca-Cola: This classically gorgeous bright red is refreshingly stylish.
  • DC Lover: Scintillating silver with iconic-Coke red sparkle.
  • The Look is Orange: Put the squeeze on this bright and stylish orange!
  • In Grape Demand: People are lining up to get their hands on this yummy plum.
  • Seriously Citrus: No kidding...this clean, sparkling green with refreshing, cool white is gorgeous!
  • Zero is My Hero: Just in time, this darkly rich burgundy has come to my rescue!

WHERE TO FIND IT: Discover the collection in the U.S. at select CVS, ULTA Beauty, Kmart, ShopKo, Harmon, and Giant Eagle locations in March 2015 for $6.99. Available in Canada at select Walmart and Jean Coutu locations for $10.99.

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

LVX Spring 2015 Collection


VEGAN LUXURY NAIL LACQUER BRAND LVX LAUNCHES THEIR 2015 SPRING COLLECTION
LVX announces the launch of their Spring Collection during New York Fashion Week.

Drawing color inspiration from top runway trends, LVX releases six custom shades for their 2015 Spring Collection during NYFW.

The top shades that will define the Spring 2015 season will include:

FUCHSIA
HAZE
TURKOISE
NOIR
VOYAGE
CAMO

The long lasting, chip resistant and non-streak formula is free of harsh and toxic chemicals. LVX products are VEGAN and formulated without the use of Formaldehyde, Formaldehyde Resin, DBP, Toluene, and Camphor. LVX is a no compromise nail lacquer that has superior formulation, is socially responsible and eco friendly. LVX nail lacquer is cruelty-free. All products are produced in the U.S.A. The new collection will be available for pre-order on February 12th on www.shoplvx.com.

Saturday, February 7, 2015

CND Summer 2015 Garden Muse Collection

CND Summer 2015 Garden Muse Collection

Summer 2015 embodies a bold, bright garden filled with memories future-past. Beauty awakes to fragrant notes of nostalgia with the new Garden Muse collection from CND.

“This season’s trends are all about sculpted, dramatic silhouettes and intense floral hues that invite abandoned reverie,” says CND Co-founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. “Nails are seductive and sleek, adorned with a harmony of vintage floral design elements and spellbinding patterns for an alluring effect.”


CND® SHELLAC® BRAND 14+ DAY NAIL COLOR
AVAILABLE IN: Beckoning Begonia, Hot Pop Pink*, Wisteria Haze, Lost Labyrinth, Water Park*, Butterfly Queen

Available worldwide Summer 2015; visit the Salon Locator on cnd.com to find a CND® SHELLAC® Brand Certified Pro. In-salon CND® SHELLAC® brand 14+ day nail color services range from $35-$50, depending on location.




VINYLUX® WEEKLY POLISH SYSTEM
AVAILABLE IN: Beckoning Begonia, Crushed Rose, Wisteria Haze, Lost Labyrinth, Reflecting Pool, Butterfly Queen

Available worldwide Summer 2015; visit the Salon Locator on cnd.com. In-salon VINYLUX® Weekly Polish services range from $20-$35, depending on location; VINYLUX® Weekly Polish and VINYLUX® Weekly Top Coat retail for $10.50 per bottle at select salons.

CND RESCUERXX Daily Keratin Treatment

CND RESCUERXX DAILY KERATIN TREATMENT

Weakened or damaged nails? CND to the rescue! The global leader in professional nail care and maker ofCND SHELLAC brand 14+ day nail color brings you the next revolution in nail repair with CND RESCUERXX Daily Keratin Treatment.

“At CND, we are all about maintaining the health of the natural nail,” says CND Co-founder and Style Director Jan Arnold. “We’re excited to introduce this highly effective new treatment with jojoba oil and keratin proteins. These proteins bond to the natural nail to strengthen while restoring moisture. With continued use, RESCUERXX dramatically reduces peeling and white spots for healthier, more beautiful nails!”

Within the first week, 80% of users said white spots were less noticeable and 80% felt that the condition of their nails was noticeably improved. By week four, 73% saw a decrease in splitting and 80% saw a decrease in peeling.

KEY INGREDIENTS:
  • Keratin Protein: a main component of the natural nail, solubilized keratin proteins bond to the natural nail to help strengthen the nail plate
  • Jojoba Oil: a light penetrating oil that conditions the nail plate and surrounding skin to deliver the moisturizing benefits
  • Sweet Almond Oil: moisturizes and softens the skin

For best results, apply to bare natural nails twice daily, massaging into the entire nail, nail edge and cuticle. Use for up to 4 weeks for optimal results.

Available worldwide March 2015 for $19.90 at select salons. Visit the Salon Locator on cnd.com for more information.

Sunday, February 1, 2015

KBShimmer Spring 2015 Collection

 KBShimmer Unveils Spring 2015 Collection
Say goodbye to winter’s dark hues, embrace sunny skies and open toe shoes!

KBShimmer announces its Spring 2015 collection! The line of 12 new seasonal & holiday inspired polishes and nail vinyl will launch February 6, 2015 and retail individually for $8.75 (polish) and $5 (vinyl).

“There’s nothing better than the first signs of Spring and all the joy that it brings! Our Spring 2015 collection is inspired by sun-kissed days and lush gardens blooming, the Easter season, and Pantone’s 2015 Spring color, Aquamarine,” says KBShimmer owner Christy Rose. “What better way to celebrate that Spring has sprung then with creamy pastels, metallic glitters, and a touch of sparkle and shine?”
  • Cool Hand Cuke: This pale minty green polish is loaded with pastel glitters in circles, triangles, stars and hexes. A touch of holographic sparkle completes this pastel polish.
  • Funky Cold Patina: Like a long forgotten ancient copper statue turned blue green in color, this polish features a cool turquoise green base, with pops of metallic copper, blue and purple.
  • Wind Swarm: Based on the Spring 2015 Pantone color, Aquamarine, Wind Swarm features a pale sky blue base, a mix of purple, gold, white and pink glitters, while a hint of micro glitter offers a bit of sparkle to enjoy in the sun.
  • Blue-d Lines: Pale blue in color, this cool toned polish shines with linear holographic sparkle.
  • Thistle Be The Day: A pale pinkish purple that shines in the sun with a linear holographic rainbow.
  • I’m So Sweet Pea: The palest of purples bases set off an explosion of glitters in pink, mint, purple and turquoise.
  • Eyes White Open: A white cream with two coat coverage; a staple color for any girl’s nail polish collection.
  • Meow Or Never: Based on the Pantone spring color Glacier Gray, this polish is a very pale gray, almost white in color with pops of purple, gray, periwinkle and sky blue.
  • Sweet Egg-scape: A pale, bubblegum pink polish. Glitters like, pastel aqua star glitters, coral triangles, lavender dots, red squares and sliver holo hexes swim among the pink base like a decorated Easter egg.
  • Blush Money: Based on the 2015 Pantone Color, Strawberry Ice, this peachy-rose colored polish shows off gold shimmer indoors and a linear holographic rainbow shines while outside.
  • To Peach His Own: This pale peach polish shines with holographic glitters in lime green, gold, violet and magenta. Ins and Sprouts: Like a new bud popping through the soil, this pale green citron colored polish is alive with linear holographic shine.

The KBShimmer spring 2015 collection will be available February 6, 2015 at KBShimmer.com, Amazon.com and at select salons & retailers. For sales outside the U.S., visit www.halowandco.org

Tuesday, January 13, 2015

China Glaze Road Trip Collection for Spring 2015


Join China Glaze® for the ultimate adventure in colour!
#ChinaGlazeRoadTrip

For those with wanderlust, there is nothing better than hitting the open road and chasing the dreams that lie ahead. This Spring China Glaze® celebrates the free spirit who lives for adventure and creates her own experiences with the new Road Trip nail lacquer collection. The 12 new shades are inspired by the vibrant hues of a setting sun as it dips below the horizon. Warm pinks, yellows and reds give way to the cool blue tones of the evening sky. The China Glaze® Road Trip collection offers so many ways to take your adventure on the road and pave your own path.

Pack your bags with 12 new colours including:

Trip of a Lime Time: Lime green crème
My Way or the Highway: Bright turquoise crème
License & Registration Pls: Marine blue crème
Boho Blues: Soft indigo crème
Dashboard Dreamer: Powder blue shimmer
Wanderlust: Powder purple shimmer
Pack Lightly: Powder peach shimmer
More to Explore: Soft coral crème
Pinking Out the Window: Salmon crème
I Brake for Colour: Bright red-pink crème
Pop the Trunk: Bright orange crème
Sun’s Up, Top Down: Bright yellow shimmer

Put the top down and hit the open road with China Glaze® Road Trip, available now at fine beauty supply stores nationwide including Ulta and Sally Beauty. It’s going to be the trip of a lifetime.

For more information, visit www.chinaglaze.com or follow China Glaze on FacebookTwitterPinterest, and Instagram.

Pure Ice New Year New Hue Collection


PURE ICE™ is excited to introduce its collection – New Year, New Hue. Boasting eight new shades, which includes three color tints, and a matte top coat, this collection is sure to add a little bit of grit, and lots of glam to your nail collection.

The collection gives the Pure Ice™ girl a selection of colors that allows her to play with color and texture to create looks straight off the runway – the ultimate way to get the look with the swipe of a brush. Whether it’s feminine & sweet, ultra glam, or rocker chic, the New Year, New Hue collection has an offering of shades to achieve any mood.

The New Year, New Hue collection includes:

Doll Face – a soft crème peach
Flawless – a frosted light gold with a metallic finish
Poppin’ Bottles – silver pearl with silver hex glitter and a gold iridescent finish
What’s the Splatter – clear with white and black hex glitter
Blue Hue – blue glitter hint
Pure Haze – purple glitter hint
Rosy Glow – pink glitter hint
Frost Finish – mattifying top coat

The PURE ICE™ New Year, New Hue collection retails for $1.97 each at Walmart locations nationwide and Walmart.com.

Monday, January 5, 2015

Zoya Delight Collection for Spring 2015


ZOYA DELIGHT

Get ready for mouth-watering spring delights from Zoya! Inspired by the soft and airy colors of the season, Zoya Delight serves up three cheerful creams and three turquoise flash metallics for an updated, flirty way to wear pastels! All in the full-coverage, long-wearing, Big5Free formula Zoya Nail Polish is famous for.
  • Rayne: Dewy, spring blue with an energizing turquoise metallic flash.
  • Lillian: Faded aquamarine with a glossy cream finish.
  • Tiana: Palette-cleansing ‘pistachio gelato’ green in a glossy cream finish.
  • Daisy: Refreshing ‘lemon merengue’ yellow with a turquoise metallic flash.
  • Leslie: Soft spring lavender with a turquoise metallic flash.
  • Eden: Classic spring flower pink in a glossy cream finish.

BIG5FREE: Zoya Professional Nail Lacquer formula contains no formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, dibutyl phthalate, toluene or camphor.

Available in top salons, spas and on zoya.com beginning 02/02/15 for $9 suggested retail price per polish.