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essie Nail Polish, Mademoiselle, Sheer Pink
A sheer, milky pink with a glossy finish. It's the quiet, clean-girl base that looks polished on its own or under a little holiday shimmer.
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Holiday guide
Holiday Nails That Feel Like Velvet Ribbon
Holiday nails should feel dressed, not fussy. This is a short at-home path: a milky pink she can wear to everything, a shimmery red for the parties, bow press-ons and plaid gel strips when she wants the look in an evening, and the top coat and cuticle oil that keep it all looking finished through the new year.
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The shades that carry a December manicure.
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Sally Hansen Miracle Gel, Holiday Romance
An opaque, shimmery red that doesn't need a UV lamp. Two coats and the matching top coat give that festive, dressed-up color.
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A ribbon accent, minus the appointment
Bows, plaid and snowflakes, ready when she is.
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Glamnetic Holiday Press-On Nails, Bow Season
Short almond press-ons in chocolate brown, with bows, polka dots and French tips mixed in. The velvet-ribbon look, ready in a few minutes.
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Dashing Diva Glaze Nail Strip Set, Plaid About You
Semi-cured gel strips in red and light nude, with plaid, snowflakes and a little glitter. Apply, trim and cure under a UV or LED lamp.
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The finish and the care
What keeps a holiday manicure looking fresh.
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essie Gel Couture Shiny Top Coat
A clear, high-gloss top coat that seals color and adds that glassy finish. No lamp needed, and it comes off with regular remover.
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CND SolarOil Cuticle Oil
A salon-favorite blend of jojoba, vitamin E and almond oils. A drop a day keeps cuticles soft so the whole manicure looks cared for.
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