Bellacures' Samira Asemanfar Dishes on Nail Trends & More | Hollywood yohana
Luxury nail salon Bellacures will be celebrating their new location in Pasadena, Calif., with a grand opening event on June 7. We caught up with the owner Samira Asemanfar for scoop on summer nail trends and nail care.
Which nail colors and styles are in this season?
The more pop the better! This year, colors and sparkles that pop are what are hot. We are seeing more people want to make their mark with brightness, whether it is a pair of neon sandals or some reflector-like nail polish. At Bellacures, we love this! We believe that the happier the colors on your nails the better your mood during the week.
What are your favorite neon and metallic polishes?
Brights we love include Essie's Braziliant (orange), Bazooka (orange) and Lights (pink), OPI's Greenwich Village (green), Never a Dull Moment by Ginger & Liz (yellow) and Make a Difference by Gelish (Pink). For metallics, we love OPI's Just Spotted the Lizard (a gold/green) and Dolce & Gabbana's Platinum (pewter).
What tricks can girls do to maintain their manis?
I recommend the Gelicure (gel manicure). It will last longer than any other technique attempted to keep that polish on! Even those with the healthiest nail beds won't get a longer wear than they will with gel. Other than that, stay hydrated and get your vitamins (fish oil, omega-3s, biotin)—the healthier your nail beds, the better they adhere to polish/gel.
The dreaded chip after leaving the salon! Got tips for girls when they find themselves in that predicament?
Bellacures customers tend to come back in and we fix their chip for free. However, if this is inconvenient, we recommend a touch up. Even a color in the family of the color you have on will do the job. If the rest of your nails are perfect, no one but you will notice the one dreaded spot. If the chip is on your fourth finger, feel free to paint the whole nail over a completely different color. That's the trend right now that you can get away with.
What are ways to protect nails against harmful UV rays and the salted water during a day at the beach?
Before you go into salt water and sand, rub coconut oil onto your cuticles and hands to protect the skin and nails. After the oil, make sure to wear an SPF 50 cream. The hands are just as important as the face!
It's sandals season! What are your tips for pedicures?! What's the hot trend right now?
Glitter! Get some sparkles on those toes. Put a layer of your favorite glitter polish over your color for a fun look.
Cuticles can be a nightmare to deal with! What are your tips for caring for your cuticles?
Cuticle care is so personal. The best way to keep your cuticles from acting up is to never cut them, but if you have already started, it's too late. Best cuticle practice is to push them back regularly (especially after you get out of the shower and your skin is soft). However, for most manicure addicts, like myself, trimming cuticles is a must. If you are doing so, just make sure your hands are getting enough moisture with a hand and cuticle cream.
What should all women do to ensure their hands/nails look healthy and moisturized at all times?
1. Wash dishes with gloves on.
2. Moisturize daily. Use a hand cream that has a cuticle treatment in it. We like J.R. Watkins Hand and Cuticle Salve, Deborah Lippmann's Rich Girl Hand Cream with SPF and SpaRitual's Handprint Hand Salve.
3. For extra dry hands and cuticles, apply hand cream/cuticle care at night and wear gloves. You can add some oils to your cream for extra moisture—argan oil, grapeseed oil, almond oil, coconut oil or macadamia oil. Take your pick!
4. For exfoliation, we like at-home treatments in between manis. Mix 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of grapeseed oil and 1/2 cup of araon oil for an amazing scrub to get your hands into shape! You can use the same formula with salt for your feet.
5. If you're not getting a manicure professionally, always apply base coat before you polish.
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Which nail colors and styles are in this season?
The more pop the better! This year, colors and sparkles that pop are what are hot. We are seeing more people want to make their mark with brightness, whether it is a pair of neon sandals or some reflector-like nail polish. At Bellacures, we love this! We believe that the happier the colors on your nails the better your mood during the week.
What are your favorite neon and metallic polishes?
Brights we love include Essie's Braziliant (orange), Bazooka (orange) and Lights (pink), OPI's Greenwich Village (green), Never a Dull Moment by Ginger & Liz (yellow) and Make a Difference by Gelish (Pink). For metallics, we love OPI's Just Spotted the Lizard (a gold/green) and Dolce & Gabbana's Platinum (pewter).
What tricks can girls do to maintain their manis?
I recommend the Gelicure (gel manicure). It will last longer than any other technique attempted to keep that polish on! Even those with the healthiest nail beds won't get a longer wear than they will with gel. Other than that, stay hydrated and get your vitamins (fish oil, omega-3s, biotin)—the healthier your nail beds, the better they adhere to polish/gel.
The dreaded chip after leaving the salon! Got tips for girls when they find themselves in that predicament?
Bellacures customers tend to come back in and we fix their chip for free. However, if this is inconvenient, we recommend a touch up. Even a color in the family of the color you have on will do the job. If the rest of your nails are perfect, no one but you will notice the one dreaded spot. If the chip is on your fourth finger, feel free to paint the whole nail over a completely different color. That's the trend right now that you can get away with.
Before you go into salt water and sand, rub coconut oil onto your cuticles and hands to protect the skin and nails. After the oil, make sure to wear an SPF 50 cream. The hands are just as important as the face!
It's sandals season! What are your tips for pedicures?! What's the hot trend right now?
Glitter! Get some sparkles on those toes. Put a layer of your favorite glitter polish over your color for a fun look.
Cuticle care is so personal. The best way to keep your cuticles from acting up is to never cut them, but if you have already started, it's too late. Best cuticle practice is to push them back regularly (especially after you get out of the shower and your skin is soft). However, for most manicure addicts, like myself, trimming cuticles is a must. If you are doing so, just make sure your hands are getting enough moisture with a hand and cuticle cream.
What should all women do to ensure their hands/nails look healthy and moisturized at all times?
1. Wash dishes with gloves on.
2. Moisturize daily. Use a hand cream that has a cuticle treatment in it. We like J.R. Watkins Hand and Cuticle Salve, Deborah Lippmann's Rich Girl Hand Cream with SPF and SpaRitual's Handprint Hand Salve.
3. For extra dry hands and cuticles, apply hand cream/cuticle care at night and wear gloves. You can add some oils to your cream for extra moisture—argan oil, grapeseed oil, almond oil, coconut oil or macadamia oil. Take your pick!
4. For exfoliation, we like at-home treatments in between manis. Mix 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of grapeseed oil and 1/2 cup of araon oil for an amazing scrub to get your hands into shape! You can use the same formula with salt for your feet.
5. If you're not getting a manicure professionally, always apply base coat before you polish.
fashionsandmode.blogspot.com
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