I never used to like to paint my nails (I got annoyed when they would chip), but now I can't seem stop buying Essie nail colors. My nails are my own little canvases and I can do whatever I want, whenever I want!
My new found love for cosmetics isn't exactly the best news, however, because that means more money out of my pocket, and a lot of great beauty products are expensive. And they seem even more expensive if you're a college student like I am.
Surprisingly enough, the cosmetics and nail polish industry has not been hit by the recession like other businesses. In fact, it has remained above the recession which is good news for us beauty lovers because more and more new products are being made for us to try.
The recession may not have hit the cosmetics industry but it has hit me, so why has the nail polish industry thrived? Because of the low cost.
Despite our empty pockets we are still willing to shell out just a few dollars for a bottle of the latest color. According to a report released by PRWeb, the low price of nail polish has allowed us to treat ourselves while sticking to our budget and it has helped out other cosmetics, like lipstick, as well.
It's true, when I think of spending a few dollars on some nail polish instead of buying a $25 shirt I'm all for it because I know it's not going to break the bank.
So, with my new (inexpensive) nail polish in-hand, I decided to try two nail designs that are popular this spring.
Modern French Mani:
Nail Colors Used:
- Base: Essie - Sand Tropez
- Tips: Essie - Wicked
- Essie: Set in Stones (optional for tips)
Geometric Nails:
Nail Colors Used:
- Base: Essie - Bahama Mama
- NYC: Plaza Plumberry
- Petites: Pretty in Pink
- Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen: White
Don't forget the top coat!
What nail trends would you like to try?