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By Rebecca Perrin Winter elements amplify the likelihood of hangnails and torn cuticles, so taking precaution is a must. Sally Hansen’s Nail Nutrition Green Tea + Soy Cuticle Oil ($8, at Shoppers Drug Mart) contains antioxidants and Vitamin E to soften rough areas, heel existing damage, and prevent against future tears.

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British print and colour master Matthew Williamson is set to launch a bridal collection next year. “I wanted to create a bridal collection that is both a natural extension of the mainline eveningwear, but at the same time reflects the opulence of such an important celebratory event,” he said. [BlackBook]

Anna Wintour on lunch dates with Marc Jacobs: “At the end of it, I feel totally outclassed, out of touch, and certainly completely out of shape, but also at the same time, absolutely and wonderfully exhilarated because Marc is someone who makes you want to rush out and do things.” [The Cut]

Joan Smalls just became the first Puerto Rican model to be signed to Estée Lauder. [WWD]

Even by our own standards, nail frenzy at the FASHION offices has reached a new high with the sudden mania for the half-moon manicure. This polish option, where the curve at the bottom of the nail is painted a different colour, was popular in the 1940s and has seen a resurgence in recent years as a favourite of Dita Von Teese and as a runway staple at shows for Ruffian, Vena Cava, Thakoon and Christian Dior.

Last night, we gathered at Tips Nail Bar (844a Danforth Ave., 416-405-8477) for an office baby shower and were introduced to a take on the moon that incorporates another big nail trend: Glitter.

For a bit of extra holiday polish, swipe on one of these glittering hues. See  our favorite sparkling nail polishes.

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I have no self-control: Essie’s Fall 2010 nail polish collection ($10 each, essie.com) has landed on my desk and even though I know it’s amazing range of chocolate brown, grey violet and velvet purple hues won’t be available until the beginning of September, I have to talk about it. Right. Now. Especially about the smoky […]

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If you’re as picky as I am when it comes to chipped manicures—and feel resistant to spending $25 on the regular for a fleeting few days of nail perfection—look no further. The new Shellac line from CND (which stands for Creative Nail Design; its founder, Jan Arnold, is a prolific creator of nail looks for runway shows) promises two weeks of no-chip polish, a big claim that was five years in the making in the research labs.

I’m pretty fanatical about packing efficiently–not light, exactly (or at all), but dense. Every inch counts, so I was happy to discover this Tweezerman mini nail kit ($22, urbanoutfitters.com), which has a file, trimmer and cuticle pusher in a case that clocks in at a mere 3.5 inches long.

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It’s been eight days since my most recent manicure—courtesy of the amazingly talented Rita Remark at Tips Nail Bar (844a Danforth Ave., Toronto, 416-405-8477, tipsnailbar.ca)—and dammit, it is still going strong. Granted, I don’t wash dishes, but I did paint my dining room and had to scratch a ton of remnants off my hands. Plus, it’s a dark shade (a true charcoal grey by China Glaze called “Recycle”), which as we all know, reveals the slightest chip instantly. Behold, the dry manicure, the only conclusion I can draw for this feat of longevity.

We round up April’s best beauty products: M.A.C’s Liberty of London collection, triple-hitting products, hair-thickening cream and a nail polish and top coat that’s a total snap. READ: April most wanted beauty

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Ever since I spied the five customized shades of grey Creative Nail Design mixed up backstage at Marc Jacobs Fall 2010 show, I have been fantasizing about adorning my own hands with some–specifically the charcoal hue. Until CND releases them (please, please make it happen), I’ll tide myself over with Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure […]

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Nail polish is big beauty news, with runway shades morphing into a season’s cult beauty must-have. This spring, pastel shades, cement hues and a few juicy colours are on our shopping list. Click the links below to see our favourites, plus some runway inspiration. Spring’s top nail polishes Spring 2010 runway report: Nails Plus: Get […]

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Spring’s bag of beauty tricks includes blazing orange lips, soft pastels and a parade of plaits. Dig into the top hair and makeup trends and check out our favourite spring nail polishes in our Spring Beauty Guide.

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