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Winning hearts and minds is not enough:  Canadian crooner Justin Bieber wants to infiltrate the manicure stashes of teeny boppers across North America with his "One Less Lonely Girl" nail polish line, a collaboration with Nicole by OPI.

Just in time for the holidays, Bieber's glitzy lacquers will hit Walmart stores everywhere December 2010 and feature such squeal-inducing monikers as Give...
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Get ready to spoil yourself a little with these newly launched Fall 2010 nail polishes:

Neutrals

Joe Fresh’s Fall Collection ($4) is mostly neutral with a few pops of plum and peacock blue.


Classics
Butter London ($14-17) brings saturated classic hues back.


Metallics
GOSH Nail Lacquer ($10-15) is going metallic with rich blues.


Gem Tones
OPI’s Swiss Collection ($8-10) includes an array of gem tones...
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Seems like we don't go a single week without reminders of the legendary Alexander McQueen.  The latest homage to the American fashion designer gives a nod to two of his most memorable shows.

All Hail McQueen, Bumster

Butter London's Fall 2010 collection is in tune with the prevailing seasonal colour trends, but their evocative names lend a bittersweetness to their hues.


"All Hail...
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Change your summer look from fun and playful to casual cool in a drop of a hat with this season’s hottest nail hues. This year has been the most eccentric when it comes to nail colours with metallics, glittery based polishes, and varying shades of purples.

Essie 'Turquoise Caicos', OPI 'Flit A Bit' and 'Catch Me in Your Net', Joe Fresh 'Kiss'

Add a splash of colour...
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Going to a spa to get our nails done is a luxury we girls can’t get enough of. But when you go home and find you’ve got an infection on your newly pedicured toes, frustration is only the beginning of your troubles.

Here are some tips on what to look for in an aesthetician and nail salon.

Observe procedures: Make sure to watch what the technician does as he/she cleans the manicure and pedicure...
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Don't you love these pretty pastels for spring?

Joe's cheery hues are a steal at $4 CAD each or 3 for $10.
Or splurge on Chanel's Le Vernis limited edition polishes for $23 USD each.

The colour palettes for both collections are very similar and are coming out mid April and May (respectively). Which would be your pick?
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Girlfriends, it's nearly sandal season. No one is quaking in their plushy socks and sensible shoes more than I, for I have gnarly feet (and not in the cool sense of the word).

I have always had dry, cracking heels. After years of trying many products to varying degrees of success (and yes, I was not always consistent with my foot care), I came to an important conclusion: I need a bi-weekly...
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Last fall, when beauty companies revealed their new collections for spring at hush hush press events, we got the inside scoop from beauty experts on how to look flawless this spring and what colour trends to watch for.


First, we sat down with Clarins' National Makeup Expert, Patrice Boudreau, who explained the importance of building a good foundation. Even if you were blessed with flawless...
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Nail bitters of the world, there is a cure. Thanks to you reviewers, I've discovered it.

I've been biting my nails for literally as long as I can remember. I've tried everything to stop, from:
  • that foul-tasting lacquer (which led me to spend a recess spitting out the horrid taste in the playground garbage), to
  • getting gel nails one summer (a good temporary solution, but left my nails...
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Ladies, I think we can all admit that we've fallen for a trend or two in our lifetime we'd rather not relive (burning photos as we speak). Some trends have reemerged, like the modernized '80s blazer - a wardrobe staple. What about the ones that aren't so hot ,like tapered jeans and frosty blue eyeshadow? Why? is all I can say.

What do you think of the latest trends in nails:...
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