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Make mums feel special this Christmas with one of these gorgeous nail varnishes from the Magnetic range at Nails Inc.

Its the festive season and that means nights out on the tiles glammed up to the nines, help mums on their way to a well deserved night out with the Trafalgar Square Magnetic Polish. This metallic chrome shade is so dramatic and glamourous, it gives instant wow factor, but its more than just a nail polish. This unique formula has been specially developed with metallic particles to create a pattern on the nail using magnetic forces – so mums can create their own nail art at home! As the magnet is held over the nail, the iron powder in the formulation gravitates toward the magnet forming the pattern or design secretly hidden in the magnet for an amazing finish!  

Try the stunning Houses of Parliament Magnetic Polish to get this look in an elegant purple finish.

Nails Inc. will pay £1 from the sale of the ‘Magnet Nail Polish’ with a minimum contribution of £25,000 to Prince’s Trust Trading Limited (PTT)

£13.00

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I recently returned from a spa weekend with a pedicure disaster. My poor tootsies, once a vibrant coral shade, had become chipped and quite honestly an unsightly beauty crime in the few hours it took me to border hop from the rolling hills of Essex to my homelands of Surrey.  A home mani and pedi was in order. In times like this there was just one varnish I could turn to: Toma.

Toma's Tutti frutti collection is bursting with vibrant hues perfect for the summer and whilst I'm spending this summer in Blighty, their exotically named polishes made me feel I had been transported to tropical climes. Mango Sorbet was my polish of choice; its natural Pearl Formula ensured long-lasting colour and coverage to ensure that my talons are looking luscious. Once Mango Sorbet has tantalised my taste buds; I'll be coating my nails with one of their other offerings; whether it be Pistachio Cream, Tutti Frutti, Strawberries & Cream, Blueberry Sorbet or Grape Sorbet, I know that Toma will set off my summer wardrobe with style.  

Painting nails had often turned into a bit of a palava; until a godsend was granted by Aphrodite. Greek goddess of love and beauty, she has given to women roaming this earth Toma's Tutti Frutti Collection and with that, my nails are truly grateful.   

£7.45

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As the weather warms up and we start reaching for the sandals and wedges, I’m realising that after months of being wrapped up in socks and boots my feet are in less than spectacular condition. Get feet flip flop ready with a visit to Paul Edmonds Salon for a long lasting pedicure. Jessica’s new GELeration soak-off gel polish keeps your nails looking effortlessly pristine for up to three weeks. Not only will your nails maintain that ‘fresh from the salon’ shiny look, the gel also protects and strengthens the nails, making them healthier and boosting growth.

Pauline McClean, nail guru at Paul Edmonds with a long list of celebrity clients, including Madonna gives us the top tips on this season’s trend and how to get the perfect pedicure.

How to get the perfect pedicure?

Exfoliate, remove dead skin and moisturise. Clean and prepare the cuticles and get a great nail shape before polish.

Advantages of GELeration?

Last a lot longer than normal polish, 5-6 weeks. It is softer on your nails (it just feels like a thin layer of polish). It keep the gloss for the entire time and does not chip, it only grows out.

How to keep your pedicure looking good between salon visits?

With a Jessica GELeration pedicure the only thing you need to do between salon visits is moisturise.

Colours and trends for the summer?

Light pinks and purple and bright reds. Pink is really popular at the moment.

This new technology is available at Paul Edmonds hair and beauty salon in Knightsbridge, where their experienced beauticians can offer a wide selection of nail varnish colours, all of which can be used with the Geleration polish.

GELeration Pedicure -  £90

For more information or to book: 

www.pauledmonds.com 0207 589 5958