Hot new nail colour alert!

by Sarah-Jane

I am always on the hunt for the new nail trends, sad I know but it’s what us beauty journalists live for! So when I heard that Sienna Miller, queen of the new trend has been loving nail brand Essie new shade, Mink Muffs, £8.95 (www.nailsbymail.co.uk) then I had to try it out and I can safely say I’m in nail heaven. It’s a few shades darker than a natural pink and a few shades lighter than a brown so it’s the perfect everyday colour as when it chips – and they always do – you don’t really notice. Get yours now before Miss Miller buys the stock out.

Holiday minis

by Sarah-Jane

Ok, I’d admit it I’ve got an addiction to all things mini. It doesn’t matter what it is but if it comes in a smaller size I am bound to fall hopelessly in love with it. It’s not just because everything looks cuter when it’s in a smaller version but they are just so handy. I’ve got two mini breaks planned for over August and these are my must-pack products.

Essie neon minis, £15.95 (www.nailsbymail.co.uk)
I change my nail colour more than I change my outfit….so that’s saying something! These minis are the perfect size and the brushes are still very useable.


Green & Spring Indulging travel candle set, £18 for 3 x 37g candles (www.greenandspring.com). There’s nothing more indulgent than burning a candle in your hotel room. These brand new mini candles from Green & Spring are the perfect size to chuck in a weekend holdall bag.

TRESemme deep cleansing shampoo and conditioner, £1.09 (available nationwide.) Not only are these the perfect size for a weekend away but they are also under 100ml so ideal for taking on a plane.

Nailing the issue

by Sarah-Jane

Every season we’re told that there’s the new ‘it’ colour for our fingers and toes, and to be honest even I find it hard to keep up. We’ve had grey, white, peach, coral and plum, which is not to be confused with amethyst, berry or plain old purple.

This season we should all be coating our talons raspberry or metallic black. But if you’ve had enough of sticking with the on-trend nail crowd then why not just settle for some classic nail colours. Essie’s ballet slippers, £8.50 from www.nailsbymail.co.uk, is a great place to start and perfect for those of you that favour a French manicured look. It is just the right shade of pink – pink enough to make your nails look healthy but pale enough to still look subtle.

If colour is more your thing then classic red will always be in style. Chanel do amazing reds but the one that really stands out for me is Revlon’s Red, it manages to look classy and at £6.29 is a bargain.

Remember, whatever colour you choose then always start and finish with a good clear coat – my particular favourite is Seche Vite, £8.95 from www.nailsbymail.co.uk, wish is also great if you want to go au natural on your nails. As for me, I’m off to get a quick mani/ pedi, and what colour will I be choosing – raspberry of course, I’m a sucker for an on-trend colour!