Is Adam Lambert getting better or worse on 'American Idol'? Apr 28, 2009
Randy: I dont see men wearing nail polish that often so it caught me off guard. Adam seemed like a nice guy and, again, a great singer. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NaturalNano Announces Commercial Order from Fiabila for Filled Halloysite Tubes Apr 14, 2009
The new product utilizes halloysite natural tubes (HNT(TM)) in nail polish and other nail-care products ... "This New agreement, which includes granting Fiabila a world-wide exclusive license to our processes for nail polish and nail-care products, serves as further validation of both our technology and of our business model. It represents a long-term, sustained revenue opportunity using our patented technology for controlled release from our HNT giving their products durability and overall... (PR Newswire)
Amber Tamblyn's new story arc: A cop in 'The Unusuals' Apr 7, 2009
" The only thing attention-grabbing about Tamblyn are her nails, which are painted an electric purple. "Casey doesn't wear nail polish and barely wears makeup. It always bummed me out. (USA Today -- Life)
Child Proofing For Common Household... Apr 5, 2009
Toiletries including Nail Glues, Rubbing Alcohol, phthalates (found in detergents, soaps, shampoos, nail polish linked to endocrine problems) and Mouthwash. Poisonous Plants such as Philodendrons, Holly Berries, Dieffenbachia and wild mushrooms. (Suite101.com)
American Idol recap: Tears of joy for unplugged Adam Lambert Mar 26, 2009
Ten questions after Motown night on American Idol":1. Can we convince Adam Lambert to keep this look? I have been a fan off and on of his performances since day one. Last week? Way off. This week? On. So. Very. On. And the no makeup, no nail polish, just the Im-still-Adam earrings? Handsome, classy and perfect. Unplugged suits him. Related Stories 2. On that note, why cant Megan Joy Corkrey go unplugged? Her Bjork-lite voice is not built for big production numbers with bands drowning her... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Photographer Lauren Greenfield focuses on the distortions of girls' culture Mar 22, 2009
Let's hope no one points out to them that the colors of their chipped and cracked nail polish don't match the pink of their bubbles. Still, they are the exception here. (Boston Globe)
American Idol recap: Adam Lambert crashes and burns in Ring of Fire' Mar 18, 2009
I dont see men wearing nail polish that often so it caught me off guard, Randy T. said ... Randy: I dont see men wearing nail polish that often so it caught me off guard. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Makeup: All dolled up Mar 18, 2009
The 42-piece Hello Kitty makeup and accessory collection swings between the expected (berry lipstick and fuchsia loose glitter) and the surprising (edgy orange eyeliner and glossy cement-hued nail polish) typical fare from a brand famous for both its exceedingly wearable shades and its outrageously wild ones. And the feminine and flirty brand Stila pairs up with the ultimate bombshell, Barbie, who celebrates her 50th birthday on Monday. (AZCentral -- Style)
The Beauty of Giving During the Economic Crisis Jaguar Luxury Donates $15,000 to Fairy Godmothers, Inc. Mar 14, 2009
Jaguar Luxury Beauty responded to the need with a donation of cosmetics, lip glosses, nail polish and mineral makeup to accommodate more than 1200 teenage girls. East West Beauty and Hair Group, LP is a Philadelphia based manufacturer and importer of hair extensions, color cosmetics, lace wigs and beauty accessories. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Need A Spa Day? Mar 14, 2009
How to have nail polish last longer -- a trick that many celebrity salons do is moisten a cotton ball with white vinegar let it dry and then apply the nail polish, this way the polish will be even and last longer. One tip for pedicures -- put little mini marshmallows between the toes. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Dry cleaning pros share their secrets Mar 10, 2009
Use nail polish remover for stubborn makeup stains, such as lipstick. Ink. (Florida Today)
Consumers shop ...just not at high-end stores Mar 1, 2009
Inside one garage, tables displayed scores of designer sunglasses, nail polish and cosmetic gift sets. Gonzales said her business is up, and she attributes it to the bad economy. (AZCentral -- Business)
Exhibit celebrates "Extreme Beauty" Feb 28, 2009
This may not seem opposite when a never-published Newton photograph of clawing hands with blood-red nail polish seems a violent intrusion (although it is a fascinating injection into the section about the body. But Richard Avedon's image of Veruschka in a yoga position has a strange affinity with the peaceful surroundings. (International Herald Tribune)
Be Good to Your Flight Crew Feb 26, 2009
As you might expect, some of what they ve seen as they ve walked those narrow aisles isn t pretty: passengers clipping their fingernails, or applying nail polish or perfume, or using battery-operated shavers. If in-cabin personal grooming seems more like an urban myth than something you d ever do, you re well on your way to being voted Passenger of the Year. (Fox News)
In Ecuador, gang members trade guns for scissors and nail polish Feb 22, 2009
MATRON OF REFORM: Nelsa Curbelo, a former nun who's making a difference in Ecuador. SCISSORS, NOT GUNS: A reformed gang member cuts a client's hair in Guayaquil, Ecuador. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Winona goes Hollywood: Area featured in many movies Feb 22, 2009
The women appeared in ads in Ladies Home Journal for products touting the benefits of Garda s long lasting nail polish and sweet-scented face powder. They had glamour and mystery. (Winona Daily News, MN)
'SpongeBob' polish, anyone? Feb 17, 2009
Rescue Beauty Lounge named several nail polishes after the "SpongeBob SquarePants" cartoon, and Too Faced Cosmetics has a new collection coming out with a Smurfs theme ... Maybe there aren't enough children or doting adults willing to plunk down $18 on a bottle of "SquarePants" yellow nail polish or $90 for a Hello Kitty Kouture cat-shaped compact for someone not yet old enough to cross the street alone. (OregonLive, OR -- Living)
Lohan supports Sams sister at Fashion Week Feb 14, 2009
A smiling Lohan, wearing a beige top, black pants and dark nail polish, watched her gal pal deejay in a VIP area before sitting down for the show. Peeking over a wall to talk to a reporter, Lohan said she loves Charlotte Ronson as a person and designer. (MSNBC -- News)
Pointers for Pampering Yourself in Just 30 Minutes a Week Feb 9, 2009
Also, make professional pedicures last by touching up nail polish in between appointments. Finally, before crawling under the covers for a blissful night's sleep, continue the moisturizing treatment for your hands and feet. (Pekin Times, IL)
Insider's guide to deluxe Disney Mar 30, 2008
The "Fairy Godmothers-in-training" who style the girls can also add make-up and nail polish, then wrap the whole thing up with a professional-style photo shoot. Walt Disney CompanyFairy-Godmothers-in-training run the two Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutiques (one in Downtown Disney, one in Cinderella's castle), acting as stylists to girls three and older. (MSNBC -- Travel)
53 easy ways to change your look Mar 26, 2008
A brave move: If you've never worn red nail polish, try it. Shiny (and short) red nails look glamorous and pulled together. (CNN)
How to Do A Pedicure Mar 24, 2008
Start by removing any nail polish using the cotton balls and nail polish remover ... This is especially important if using a dark nail polish to help prevent staining on the nail of the toe ... Once the color has dried, apply a top coat or clear nail polish to prevent chipping and to help the polish last longer. (Suite101.com)
British Writer Denied Entry to US Mar 22, 2008
"My one concession to American sensibilities was to remove my nail polish. I thought that would get me through.". According to Lucille Cirillo, a spokeswoman for U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Horsley was traveling under the CBP's visa waiver program, which entitles citizens of some countries _ mostly in the European Union _ to enter the United States for business or leisure without applying for a visa. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Spring Skincare Mar 21, 2008
Give yourself an at-home pedicure and freshen up those toes with a bright toe nail polish. celebrity writers. (Suite101.com)
Miley gets waxed Mar 21, 2008
"My one concession to American sensibilities was to remove my nail polish. I thought that would get me through." Lucille Cirillo, a spokeswoman for US Customs and Border Protection, said Horsley was traveling under the CBP's visa waiver program, which entitles citizens of some countries to enter the United States for business or leisure without applying for a visa. Travelers can be refused entry if they admit on a customs form to being convicted of a crime or to being addicted to narcotics. (Boston Globe)
Spring fashion special Mar 20, 2008
My friends still think I'm crazy for looking for the just-right bottle of lemon yellow nail polish, but I swear it's going to look so much better than the ubiquitous black/crimson nails of yester-season. Don't be afraid if a store looks like a retro 1980s explosion. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
Makeovers turn girls into Disney princesses Mar 16, 2008
95, while the press-on nails and nail polish included in the upgraded Crown Package tacks on an additional $5. It's the head-to-toe Castle Package, however, which features a choice of princess gown, crown, wand, shoes and a picture package, that will most magically gobble up your vacation dollars. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Stain Relief Mar 16, 2008
Other versatile remedies include salt for blotting and scouring, lemon for its acidic value, nail polish remover on spilled correction fluid and hydrogen peroxide for stubborn chocolate stains. Zanzinger suggests Alka-Seltzer to make toilet bowls shine, powdered lemonade to clean and deodorize an empty dishwasher, ketchup to scrub copper and toothpaste on chrome. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Colour decoded Mar 8, 2008
"The lipstick should be creamy rather than high shine. But the modern girl is less high maintenance than the matron of the past, so eyes should be neutral and softer, with no matching nail polish needed.". Recommend this article. (Globe and Mail)
Treating Beauty Blunders Mar 6, 2008
However, no nail polish. INJURY: Razor Cuts. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Decide for yourself if conflict is compatible Mar 5, 2008
For women who want to draw attention to their hands, pink is the nail polish color to use. In the evening dark metallic blue is perfectly acceptable. (Xinhuanet, China)
Turning back the creepy old hands of time Feb 26, 2008
(Nail polish and jewelry also helped lower the age, but not to the same extent ... Jo Anne Wagner, who does real hand modeling (she holds medical instruments as opposed to showing off nail polish), found her procedure to be both a pick-me-up and a good investment. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
The safe subversive Feb 23, 2008
"No," she says, "if you look at the Tang dynasty ladies, they used pretty much everything that we use - rouge, eye pencils, lips, nail polish!". The Yue-Sai Wa Wa doll, meanwhile, is made in its namesake's image: "She is an American-Chinese girl, studies hard at school, respects her parents, is kind and generous to her friends. She adores music, sports, and likes to dress up and go to parties. Yue-Sai Wa Wa also enjoys learning about Asian heritage from her parents, a rich culture that is some... (Guardian Unlimited)
Buchanan resident comes to your door with mobile pet spa Feb 22, 2008
Along with all of the services offered, Smoke can also give your four-legged friend a manicure with nail polish and a facial. Yes, an actual facial for your dog. (Niles Star, MI)
What man drought? Feb 19, 2008
Tyler Atkins, a fashion designer with a taste for black nail polish and heiresses (he reportedly wooed Paris Hilton last year) did his best to explain the man shortage. "I think the ones who've got big dreams travel and the ones who've got no dreams stay here and work nine to five," he said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Amy Ryan Interview, Gone Baby Gone Feb 19, 2008
Ben Affleck picked the nail polish color: bubblegum pink. MoviesOnline: How has GONE BABY GONE changed your life. (MoviesOnline)
Canine Couture Feb 19, 2008
Now, she's got her own boutique on McKay Street, where she can give dogs everything from haircuts and shampoos to flea treatments and nail polish. "I feel very fortunate to have this as a career," Flora said. (SunOnline)
Makeup for teens getting a green makeover Feb 18, 2008
Last March, the group held a "Miss Treatment" beauty pageant in Santa Monica that called attention to the use of potentially harmful ingredients by one of the largest makers of nail polish ... On the scientific front, Charlotte Brody, executive director of Commonweal, a health and environmental research institute in Bolinas, and Renee Sharp, of the Environmental Working Group, joined with Tracey Woodruff, director of reproductive health and the environment at UCSF, to discuss the dangers of... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Creamer leading U.S. charge of fresh faces on LPGA circuit Feb 14, 2008
Here she sports pink nail polish at the ADT Championship late last year. Bubbly Creamer leads U.S. renaissance on LPGA tour. (USA Today -- Sports)
Fun Teen Birthday Party Themes Feb 9, 2008
For party favors, shop for pink goodies at a dollar store, including some pink nail polish and blush. A Glamour Birthday Party for Teen Girls. (Suite101.com)
Licorice-flavored Skittles Feb 9, 2008
A: Suncoat is a Canadian product, and the line also includes water-based nail polish. The natural nail polish remover is soy- and corn-based. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Babies absorb phthalates from baby products Feb 8, 2008
BTH , BTA - causes skin pigmentation and mimics hormones Phthalate - Silica - Oxybenzone - damages DNA and free radicals, allergens that form cancer Boric Acid - Unsafe for infants Parabens - Hormone disruption, allergens that form cancer Sodium Borate - 2-Bromo -allergens that form cancer 2-Nitropropane - allergens that form cancer 1,3-Diol or Bronopol - allergens that form cancer DMDM Hydantoin- allergens that form cancer Triclosan- disrupts hormones and thyroid Dibutyl Phthalate, Toluene -... (Canada.com)
Sophia Bush Goes Goody Two-Shoes At Fashion Week Feb 6, 2008
When she popped into the Jet for a wardrobe change in the lounge's wee dressing room she asked a staffer to find her nail polish remover so that her toes wouldn't clash with her dress. God forbid. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
The road to the Super Bowl: Style edition Jan 31, 2008
Off the field, he carries a bag usually favored by spoiled gossip girls who need a place to stow their Seventeen magazines and nail polish. Fumble. (Boston Globe)
D.A.R.E. ESSAY Jan 24, 2008
Cigarettes contain nicotine, nail polish, tar, jewelry, smoke, 200 known poisons, and 1 poison found in a nuclear power plant, cow manure, and all sorts of other disgusting things. Drugs are like cow manure, they both smell, and are bad to eat. (Hoopeston Chronicle, IL)
Sustainable Belmont: Consider safety when using personal care products Jan 24, 2008
These chemicals include known carcinogens such as coal tar, used in some dandruff shampoos; formaldehyde, a common ingredient in nail polish; and lead acetate, found in some hair dyes. Personal care products often include substances such as parabens (preservatives) and phthalates (used to extend the life of chemical fragrances) as well. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Makeup of makeup Jan 23, 2008
Spanier points to research that shows some of the popular chemical ingredients in personal care products -- including phthalates, which make plastics flexible, toluene, a solvent used in nail polish, and paraben, a preservative -- have been shown to cause birth defects and affect hormones, whose abnormal growth can increase the risk for certain cancers. Hysteria-du-jour. (Albany Times Union)
Spring, summer collections sizzle Jan 22, 2008
On the other extreme, look for bright, offbeat, in-your-face colors applied in combinations such as deep fuchsia lipstick, silver-gray eye shadow and hot coral nail polish. Worn right, the looks are dramatically sophisticated and pack-a-chic punch. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Beyond bliss: Inside NYCs only organic spa Jan 8, 2008
While its easier than ever to pop in for a quick manicure and pedicure (or facial or eyebrow wax) at one of the thousands of salons lining the streets of the five boroughs, DAmato is the only one who has taken a close look at the ingredients contained in the average bottle of nail polish and decided to take a different approach ... Each time, Ive found it impossible to locate the but the exception that makes a natural, organic or eco-friendly product almost as good as its... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Looking old? Do something about it. Jan 4, 2008
Heavy dark eyeliner, acrylic nails, red nail polish - all of these things can age you. Other traps include dressing like your teenager. (Boston Globe)
Pucker up: Industry sees rise in organic makeup Jan 3, 2008
You can't trust anything on a label, and companies will lie," says Ginger Garrett, an Atlanta author who researched scores of articles on the science of makeup in writing a book on the cosmetics used by ancient women.Cosmetics and their ingredients are not required to undergo government approval before hitting the store shelves, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. There are no standards as to what natural or organic means."If a company says it is organic because it uses organic... (Florida Today)
Lipstick Chemical a Risk for Breast Cancer Dec 21, 2007
A synthetic chemical used to add the gloss to lipstick, nail polish, and other cosmetics may increase breast cancer risk, according to a study by the Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. The researchers said that butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP), mimics estrogen and changes the genetic make-up of mammary gland cells in young female rats, and that it interferes with the normal development of breast tissue. (Newsmax)
This Holiday Season, Toys'R'Us Offers Two Exclusive Pet Product Lines from JAKKS Pacific(R) to Pamper Pooches Dec 12, 2007
For those who want their dogs to go glam, the Totally My Pet line of fashionable pet products includes everything from faux suede jackets and rhinestone collars to plush toys that look like nail polish bottles ... Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, pups will love chasing down and chewing on this assortment of fun squeak toys including a purple nail polish bottle; a pink, furry cherry mink bone, a purple tennis monkey; a purple tennis bone kitty and more. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Modern Day Kitchen Tea Dec 12, 2007
Vouchers for massage or manicure, bath salts, favourite lotions, nail polish, manicure kits and any other ways that the new bride can treat herself. In contrast, there are brides that marry straight from home who need everything. (Suite101.com)
Labels often fail to list endocrine disruptors Dec 1, 2007
They are commonly found in nail polishes and hair sprays, shower curtains and even Halloween costumes ... Buyers must know the names of specific chemicals - such as dibutyl phthalate and diethyl phthalate - if they want to find out if a bottle of nail polish or a jar of hand lotion contains endocrine disruptors. (Herald Online, SC -- Health)
Lodge offers first-class treatment in a rustic, masculine setting Nov 27, 2007
He endured the acrid odors of hair dyes, nail polish and chemicals. He never felt comfortable. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Guarding nail shop workers against toxins Nov 19, 2007
They are shops where the tart perfume of nail polish and other chemical-laden beauty products hangs heavy in the air ... Companies that make nail polishes and glues argue that their products are safe when used correctly, in salons that have appropriate ventilation and storage ... A top cosmetics industry executive, Eric Schwartz, said that chemicals such as toluene and dibutyl phthalate - once ubiquitous in nail polishes - are safe in small amounts. (Boston Globe)
Educated and chic - it's not a crime, sisters grim Nov 9, 2007
Until now I thought my only problem was chipped nail polish. But if society is never going to allow me to reach my potential, I should just give up while I'm ahead. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Second steam blast victim speaks Nov 7, 2007
NEW YORK - The fading pink nail polish on Margo Kane's right toes is more than three months old. The old varnish marks the time Kane has lingered in the hospital _ longer than anybody else injured in the July 18 steam explosion that shredded part of her leg, leaving her foot hanging by a sliver of skin and muscle. (Newsday -- New York City)
Author examines beauty's ugly side Nov 6, 2007
There are reproductive toxins in nail polish, carcinogens in baby shampoo and lead in lipstick ... OPI, the largest worldwide supplier of nail polish, also recently removed the toxic chemical phthalate from its products. (Missoulian, MT)
Fear the turtle? The variety of pets in Halloween garb is scary Oct 31, 2007
Among the most popular items: a $14 bottle of pink nail polish and a $55 set that has "Shampooch" cleanser and "Coif Fur" conditioner ... It also offers a Pumpkin Spice Spa Works grooming package from $30 to $75 based on size and breed that includes a pumpkin spice shampoo, a frilly orange-and-black "party collar" and glow-in-the-dark nail polish. (USA Today -- Money)
Heart to part: Finding a lot of love in their RealDolls Oct 29, 2007
They choose the hairstyle, skin tone, eye color, makeup and nail polish ... STACY LEIGH Customers - who call themselves '"doll husbands" or "idollators" - can choose among 10 body types and 15 faces, picking hairstyle, skin tone, eye color, makeup and nail polish. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The Cost Of A Good Scare Oct 28, 2007
Petco's Grooming Salons even offer a Halloween treat for your pup with Halloween party collars, glow-in-the-dark nail polish and pumpkin-spice shampoo. There will be plenty of human howling, too. (Forbes)
Cosmetics companies feel pinch as ladies tighten purse strings Oct 23, 2007
But the more cosmetic category comprising discretionary products such as eyeliner, nail polish and lipstick has lost frequent users by the millions since the good times preceding the fuel hikes of 2005 ... While the degree of importance varies from facial foam to nail polish, it is a constant desire across all cosmetic products. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Business)
Aerin brings a sense of soul back to Estée Lauder Oct 16, 2007
Aerin brings a sense of soul back to Est. e Lauder - International Herald Tribune. (International Herald Tribune)