Essentially, nails primarily serve as a source of protection for the tips of your fingers, which are medically termed “distal phalanges”. This area needs protection because thousands of nerve endings are concentrated within your fingertips, which serve as one of our main five senses – “touch”. Termed accessory organs of the skin, nails are made of sheets of dead keratinocytes. The keratin in nails makes them hard but flexible. Nails serve a number of purposes, not only protecting the digits but enhancing sensations and acting like tools. In order to serve their purpose though, your nails need ..read more

What does it mean?   Cruelty-free nail polish refers to any nail polish that did not involve animal testing at any stage of its production. Companies that are cruelty-free do not test any of their products on animals, or pay third-party entities to do so. In general, cruelty free products are healthier and less toxic for your body. This is because most conventional skincare products are filled with toxins and harsh chemicals, most of which you may not even know the origin.   Why it matters?  We believe animal testing is cruel and unnecessary.  There are thousands of natura ..read more

Getting ready for the big day? It’s wedding season and there are so many things to think about when planning for such an important day whether it’s finding a venue, hiring a photographer, preparing menu’s, etc. Here’s a few simple wedding tips to help you prepare…  Do I hire a wedding planner or wedding coordinator?  What’s the difference?  HERE’s a great guide to help you decide.                                                          ..read more

The kids are back in school, clocks are about to change, the days get shorter, and the winter chill is settling in.  As the cold and dry seasons approach, leaves start to fall and plants wither.  Foliage isn’t the only thing affected by seasonal changes, we as humans are too.  It’s important this time of year to change habits, think about what we eat, and learn how we can take care of our bodies to prepare for the shift in weather.   Fortunately, we can prevent damage and protect our bodies during seasonal changes. Our Nail Magic team put together essential self-care t ..read more

Fathers play an important part in their children's lives, from teaching them to ride a bike to helping them understand right from wrong. We all have a special place in our hearts for our fathers so be sure to show them how much they mean to you  this Sunday, June 20th.  This Father’s Day, show Dad how much you appreciate him by giving him the gift of wellness. Give Dad the opportunity to get the rest and relaxation he needs and give him gifts he’ll love. Here are a few curated ideas to honor and celebrate fathers:  Give him the gift of time - time to read a book, watch a movie ..read more

Mother’s Day is upon us and it is a special day that makes us remember the importance and significance of mothers in our lives.  Our magnificent Moms naturally take care of everyone else everyday so each year we love to celebrate them.  Here are a few easy but meaningful ideas to make it a great day for her.  Quality Time The best gift is the gift of your time.  Spend the day together — there’s nothing more important than spending quality time with your loved ones.  If you are looking to stay indoors, take time to bake together, or watch a movie.  Or, start her sp ..read more

How do you give the gift of self-care? When it comes time to buy beauty products for ourselves or to take an hour to relax and reset, many of us have a hard time doing so. With 2020 being the challenging year that it has been, it’s more important than ever to give gifts to your friends and family that make self-care at home easy fun, and enjoyable. And for you, affordable! Our holiday gift guide features ideas to assemble the perfect gift sets to help our loved ones relax. From nail, skin, and hair products to handy tools and treats these items make great stocking stuffers, secret Santa gifts ..read more

As we leap into September, we begin to leave the dog days of summer behind us. This means more barbecues, colder cocktails and less sweating!  Now, socially-distanced barbecues might be the awkward new norm in this time of Covid, but if you’ve gotten this far, you can manage this! Barbecuing for a small group is an art, and the best part is there’s less to clean up!  Invite a few of your closest friends over and show off your grilling, mixing and hosting skills! Quick Cleanup Before the Barbecue One of the great things about having an outdoor gathering is that you don’t have to deep ..read more

Maintaining healthy natural nails does not have to be a chore. There are many products that are easy to use and make a huge difference. Cuticle oils, nail strengtheners and proper maintenance in between manicures are a great way to start taking care of your nails. To provide guidance on how to best do that, we interviewed a nail industry expert, Jill Wright. We had the pleasure of submitting questions to Jill who is the event coordinator for the Nail Tech Event of the Smokies, LLC and an incredible nail technician. Jill has more than 30 years of experience in the profession and works very hard ..read more

Summer is a great time to start new projects that add both extrinsic and intrinsic value to your home. The warm weather makes it much easier to get work done both indoors and out. Paint and stain dries faster, you can leave furniture outside if need be, inspiration and creativity abound, and so much more! Here are a few indoor and outdoor summer projects you may want to start this year!   Indoor Summer Projects Refinish Tables, Dressers & More  If you’re looking for a way to freshen up the look of your furniture without replacing it entirely, consider DIY refinishing project ..read more