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Chickettes.com: Instructions on How to Apply Gelish Structure

How to Apply Harmony Gelish Structure Gel

Gelish Structure is intended for use on natural nails and just adds a bit of extra strength. It’s great for people with brittle nails that chip easily, and I especially recommend using it after removing acrylic nails. It is applied just like a polish, and also soaks off easily...

Essie Shine of the Times and Matte About You

Essie Shine of the Times

Uh oh… I think I have a new favorite polish.  This is Essie Shine of the Times – it’s actually a top coat with shimmery flakes in it.  I feel like this would look good on top of just about any color, so I can’t wait to try more...

Fall manicure - browns & sparkle

Manicure with Fall Colors

Fall has officially arrived in Cleveland, Ohio. Brrr… these last few days have been chilly. I broke out the sweaters and jeans, but I still refuse to turn the heat on in hopes that we might get a little more warm weather yet. So here’s my first fall manicure…...

Chickettes.com: Love Affair Nail Art

Love Affair – OPI Affair in Red Square

I needed a good red, so I purchased An Affair in Red Square by OPI.  This shade of red and my awesome date night this weekend inspired me to do some love themed nail art.  ;) I used OPI Black Onyx for the tips of the red nails, and...

Mix & Match Nails - Zebra Print, Lips & Saran Wrap Design

Mix & Match Nails

I can’t just leave my nails alone for 2 days…. nooooo.  I got restless today and added some designs on top of my IBD Meteorite manicure.  First I stamped a couple of nails with a zebra print pattern using Konad silver polish, and then I used the same polish...

IBD Meteorite Soak Off Gel Polish Swatch

IBD Soak Off Gel Polish – Meteorite Swatch

IBD is the next brand of gel polish that I’m trying out.  This color is called Meteorite.  So far I have no complaints about this polish – the application went smoothly and I don’t see any wear on the tips yet after having it on for 2 days like...

Chickettes: Daisy Gel Polish - Magenta Shimmer & Chocolate Truffles

Daisy Gel Soak Off Polish Review

As you probably know by now, I’m a Gelish freak… love, love, love it.  But the gel polish habit does take a toll on the finances after a while, so I decided it’s time to try out some of the cheaper alternatives that are available.  I purchased two Daisy...