Glam up your nail tips

Imagine having fingertips that look as though they have been capped with 14k gold!

This is the latest in nail beauty trends. Metallic nail extensions look amazing on women of all ages.

With plenty of metallic shades to choose from, you can transform your look to enhance your jewellery and clothes.

The metallic tips come in different shapes and types. There are plain ones, which are covered with special foil in the chosen colour. These require heat to enable them to cling to the acrylic nail base, explains Patrick, a nail technician.

The other types come ready-to-wear. All that is necessary is the application using the correct technique. They can be jazzed up with rhinestones and sequins for the ultimate high-glamour look. Other artistic designs can be created to express your individuality. These nails last up to two weeks because of the special adhesive and bonding application process.

ASK IRENE

Every time I use stick-on nails, they come off at the most inopportune time.

Is this avoidable?

Nancy, Nairobi. 

Always apply nail tips using good quality glue.

Do not put the glue onto your own nail plate. It should be put on the extension.

This helps it to react with the material to create a better bond.

Carry an extra nail and glue in case they flick off.

QUICK FIXES

Do your toenails look disappointing and you have no time to have them done?

Use stick-on nails with a peel-off adhesive label.

All you have to do is peel and stick them onto your toenails.

Use when you plan to wear open shoes.