Recent Mani's

I love pampering myself. If I was the richest girl in the world, having a beauty team on staff would definitely be at the top of my list. I love getting massages, long hours at the spa getting my hair done or sitting in the lounge chairs while my hands and feet get prettied up. Unfortunately, not being the richest girl means I have to take matters into my own hands at time...literally. Here are the latest of my at-home manicures.

 

 

Essie 'Ole Caliente' and 'Bachelorette Bash'

 

 

 

Essie 'Boxer Shorts' and Julep 'Carrie'

 

 

 

Essie 'Bahama Mama'

 

 

 

Essie polishes are one of my favorite brands (along with OPI. Julep is pretty great too - plus with their membership, you get a few polishes every month for under $20 - you can read more about Julep Maven HERE.) If I find a color I really love, I buy the polish and add it to my personal collection. When it's time to hit the salon, I will take it with me to get a professional manicure & pedicure done. Then when it chips within a week's time (mani's just don't last so long on me!), I now have the exact color to touch up with at home!

 

 

Are you a salon girl or a DIY girl when it comes to your manicures?

 

 

Handy Dandy: How to Whiten Your Nails

If you follow me on Instagram - @theprettyfactor - then you have seen more than a few different shots of the manicures I give myself at home. But those bright colors can often leave a stain behind on your nails when it's time for a redo.

 

Here is an easy at home remedy to clean up your nails and keep them white.

 

 

You will need:

Peroxide, hand soap and a shallow bowl

 

 

 

Remove all nail polish.

 

Fill the bowl half-way with peroxide, making sure that both hands can submerge evenly.

 

Soak nails in the peroxide for about ten minutes.

 

Remove hands and wash thoroughly.

 

 

*Tips via Ehow.com