Do you ever wish your manicure could last longer and not get ruined by cleaning the house or rummaging through your purse leaving you with chipped nail polish? CND’s Shellac Manicure is the new trend in nails and can keep your manicure looking perfect for up to two weeks.

The first hybrid nail application that blends the strength and shine of a gel nail treatment with the ease of regular nail polish.  The best part about the Shellac nail polish is that while alternating hands to be polished, you are drying the coats under a UV light and ready to go once the manicure is over.  There is no waiting around until the polish dries and then praying you don’t ruin your nails while reaching into your purse for your keys.

The only drawback to this new nail craze is that it can only be applied in salons and you have to return to the salon to have the polish removed. The manicure is also pricier than a standard manicure, but if you don’t have to return as often, it might be worth it.

Have you tried the new Shellac manicure? Are you interested in this latest nail trend?

Stay Cool

• Sunscreen is ESSENTIAL on exposed and unexposed skin
• It’s also important to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays.
• Stay hydrated and drink plenty of water; this is especially important if you are physically active
• While you’re protecting yourself don’t forget to protect your lips with SPF lip balm
  • Kiehl’s Lip Balm SPF 15 helps protect against sunburn and relieves chapped lips

Feel Cool

• Wear lightweight and light colored clothing to protect your skin and stay cool in the heat
• Wear a hat with a large brim to shade your neck and face
  • The Summer Straw Hat from J Crew is a great on-the-go option
  • Skip heavy meals like stews and soups and incorporate grilled fish and salads into your diet
  • Try a summer facial, keep your products in the fridge before you apply them or try the Bliss Summer Facial Set for a perfect summer cool off.

Look Cool

• Finish off your look with a bright lipstick
  • Check out Summer Skin Tips from Daniel Sandler for a complete summer skin look featuring bright lipstick colors and the Clarisonic

• A shade from MAC Cosmetics To the Beach line is perfect for summer
• Use a bold summer nail polish color
  • Popular colors for summer include: bright pink, baby blue, light green, taupe and traditional pale pink.
  • Try one of the fabulous shades from the OPI Summer Flutter collection.
  • Simplify your makeup routine and stick to the basics
    • Concealer, a light layer of foundation, eye makeup in earth tones and a quick swipe with the blush brush and you are ready to head out the door.
    • This summer is all about big shades and fierce prints
      • For the hottest Summer Fashion Trends check out Elle Magazine

How do you beat the summer heat? We’d love to hear your tips and tricks – leave a comment!