Nail Polish Colors

Find out which nail polish colors
suit your skin tone

There are thousands of polish colors, and just as many brands of nail polish to choose from.

Finding the right fingernail polish to suit, can make all the difference to your nails, and your appearance.

Your skin tone can make a big difference, to what nail polish colors will suit you best.

You also have many choices of polish to chose from, orderless polish is available now, and many of the big nail polish brands are now free of harmful chemicals.

Remember to allow enough time for your polish to dry, don't do things with wet nails, as you could find yourself looking for a nail polish stain removal from your favorite cardy!

It is also best to use an acetone free polish remover for your fingernail health.

If you don't have one in the house, there are a few other natural nail polish remover ways you can do.

To help your nail varnish adhere to your nails, prevent chipping and discoloration, always use a base coat.

Even better, to avoid your nails staining, and protect your nails health try using an organic nail polish.

Pink nail polish is a popular choice for many women, it looks great no matter what your skin color.

Did you know there are many shades of pink? Make sure you pick a pink nail polish that suits you.

For fair skinned, blue-based polish will look best, and for darker complexions a yellow-based nail polish will work best.

To know the difference, hold the nail varnish up against your wrist or a white piece of paper and you will see a reflection of the color. Your wrist will probably be a better choice when out shopping!

If you have never worn polish before, and would like to start, check out how to apply nail polish.

Types of polish to choose.

• Matte - offers a more conservative look, they offer a flat color.
• Color Changing Nail Polish - changes color on body temperature and environment.
• Glitter - for the party girl, night out on the town look.
• Metallic - usually found in colors such as silver, gold, and copper, give a little shine.
• Extra shine - so your nails have a look of being wet.
• Shimmer - can be found with colors such as pearl or cream.

There is a fingernail polish color to suit every woman and man. Men wearing nail polish mostly on their toenails, is quite fashionable.

Now, nail polish for men is available in their own manly brand.

Another rule to follow, dark skin works better with medium to dark fingernail polish colors, and light skin works better with light to medium nail polish colors.

A night out with the girls, a dinner date with someone! Is a chance to be much more daring, and go for bright colors or apply your own nail polish art.

If you are wearing dark colored clothing, soft reds, or rich berry, will look best instead of pastel or pink nail polish.

Your personality will play a huge part, in which nail polish color you will wear. For example, if you are generally outgoing, you may prefer to wear flashy colors, the 70's water marble nail polish is great for the outgoing types.

If you can't find a particular color, why not make nail polish yourself.

You can always follow the seasons to dictate what nail polish colors you will wear.

Winter - colors like mulberry and cranberry, dark berry tones or deep reds.
Spring - bring out the soft pinks, light peaches and lavender colors.
Summer - bright colors, hot pinks and navy blues.
Autumn - deep maroons and browns.

For the different skin types here is a general guide;

Fair Skin - Go for blue-based shades with a soft shimmer, this can look great on even porcelain skin.

Medium Skin - Wine colors or deep burgundy look good.

Olive to Dark Skin - Earthy brown shades, chocolate colors with a hint of red and orange-reds look great.

Olive to Bronze Skin - Gold tone colors, yellow based browns, reds and orange are the best nail polish colors.

Dark Skin - strong colors such as red purple and any other dark shades or silvers. Stay away from loud bright colored nail polish.

Remember to always stick to yellow-based shades if you are dark skinned.

And always look for the best nail polish with a UV sun protector, which will not only help protect your fingernails, it will help prevent your nail varnish from turning yellow if it is a pale color.

To touch up chipped or cracked nail polish you can use nail polish pens.

Nail polish which has become thick, use a nail polish thinner.

Stick to buying natural and avoid chemicals in nail polish.

Nail polish remover ingredients are also hazardous to your health.

The best nail polish you can buy are ones without all the chemicals, buying organic nail polish is good for your fingernail health.

Choosing the best polish for your skin tone, is a lovely compliment to your appearance.

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