Merry Christmas!

Holiday reds! Matte, shiny, glittery metallic!!! I have them all.  I hope you have a beautiful Holiday!

Natural Nail Manicures

These are natural nails treated with Qtica's Natural Nail Strengthener! She comes every two weeks and has her nails manicured.  She uses the strengthener at home to maintain her nail growth.

This is what her nails look like after two weeks.  If you look closely you will see that after two weeks there are only a few chipped sides.  Home maintenance is key to beautiful nails.

Merry Christmas Colored Acrylic Tips

These nails are Christmas Ready!  Alternating Tree Green Glitter and Red Glitter acrylic, sure make these nails spectacular!

Manicure And Pedicure For the Mom To Be

The Daddy To Be came in to the Salon and purchased a Gift Certificate for his wife for their first Wedding Anniversary.  In four weeks they will be welcoming their first child. On the Mommy To Be's nails we used Zoya Nail Lacquer as it contains NO formaldahyde our Toulene.  Perfectly safe nail polish for Expectant Mothers.  The shade we used was Sofia.

On her toes we created something special for her delivery.  Pale Gold Zoya Nail Polish as Zebra Stripes over Zoya's Sofia nail polish.

Glowing Jack-o-lantern Tips

Little Jack-o-lantern faces glow on top of Black/Silver glitter Acrylic tips.  Something fun for Halloween!

Natural Looking Acrylic Overlays

Natural Looking Nail Enhancements.  I use a pink acrylic that compliments your skin tone and apply a thin layer of acrylic.  They grow out nice and look great.  Full Set $50.  Fill $33.

Halloween Time!!!

Almost mid October.  Are you dressing up? Have you picked your costume? Nails make the perfect accessory!  Colored acrylic tips are fun!  Pick a color and let your alter-ego express herself.  As one of my clients put it, "It's only a two week commitment."  Colored acrylic are $40 for a fill and $60 for a full set.

The spooky nail art is an additional charge.  But each nail art creation is one of a kind.

Have fun being creative, carving pumpkins, dressing up and candy tasting.  Whatever you choose to do have a safe and Happy Halloween.

Do You See What I See?

Do You See What I See?

I see shredded cuticles.  I see dry hands that if not treated will crack with the lovely change in weather.  I see a stressed nail biter.  I see nails picked or bit, so bad that the finger tips are sore.  I see these hands getting much worse if a plan of action does not take place.

What is the plan?

Manicure, pronto!

A Manicure will help address a few of the above mentioned sightings.  Filing the rough edges will help the appearance of the nails.  Soaking the finger tips in a warm bath will help moisturize and soften the cuticles so that they can be pushed back and dead tissue trimmed off. 

A hand massage with Pure Fiji or Epicuren's After Bath Moisturizer will be a beneficial addition.  A dip in Paraffin would be another treatment that would help these hands.  The heated Paraffin wax when applied over lotion helps seal in some moisture.

This manicure will be finished up with Qtica's Natural Nail Growth Stimulator.

Now the experiment...

The Client will be advised to follow the following regimen.

Use Qtica's Natural Nail Growth Stimulator. Apply one coat daily.

Nourish the cuticle area with Qtica's Solid Gold daily or as needed.

To help maintain moisture in dryed out hands use a rich hand cream or lotion.  Apply before you go to bed.  You and your hands need their Beauty Sleep!

Three simple things daily will have those hands looking better in no time.  Well, maybe a week or two.  Look for the next post in a week and then another in two.  Manicures can be performed on hands with acrylic enhancements.

Manicure $25       Spa Manicure $30           Paraffin Hands $10

Natural Nail Growth Stimulator, Solid Gold Cuticle Gel and Pure Fiji can all be purchased at Nail Designs by Jamie.

Cuticle Care

The definition of cuticle is the nonliving epidermis that surrounds the edges of the fingernail or toenail. One of the most common complaints a client has is their cuticles.  "They are dry." "My cuticles are a mess." "They split. They are peeling."  Whatever the complaint, Qtica has formulated a wonderful product to tend to your cuticles.

It's not the average cuticle oil.  Qtica Solid Gold is a gel oil made up of a blend of 12 special oils. In addition to it's conditioning and moisturizing properties it also contains an antibacterial agent that kills bacteria around the cuticle area. The precious cuticle oil blend is housed in a spill proof applicator.  The citrus scent is energizing and clean.

You can purchase a tube of this amazing cuticle gel at Nail Designs by Jamie for $11.00.  It is well worth the investment.  A little bit goes a long way.  Cuticle gel makes your nails and toes picture perfect and freshens up any manicure or pedicure days after.

Zebra Print And A Flowered Lei

Colored Acrylics With A Little Feathered Flair

Your Safety Comes First

When you sit at my station, or when your feet soak in the pedicure tub, know that your safety comes first.

California State Board of Cosmetology Mission Statement is simple:

To ensure the health and safety of California consumers by promoting ethical standards and by enforcing the laws of the beauty industry.

The State Board sets specific rules that licensed technicians must follow.

Any implement used on you must have been sterilized in State Board approved sterilizer such as Barbicide or sterilized in a State Board approved Autoclave.  Certain things cannot be sterilized, for instance foot files, nail files, buffers must be thrown away after use.  After a nail service with me, I offer the nail file or foot file or both depending on the service you receive.  You can use the files at home for maintenance or you can bring them back to your next appointment.

Any Pedicure tub must be sanitized after each client. That means that the pipe-less jets must be removed, cleaned of debris, replaced and then sanitized.  The tub must be filled with State Board approved sanitizer and the disinfectant must run through the tub for 10 minutes.  The manicurist must log it in the Pedicure Sanitation Log.  As a consumer you can ask to see any establishments Pedicure Log.

Thankfully, we live in a State that has our safety in mind.  When you go to get your nails done at any establishment in California, you should have the peace of mind knowing that you are getting a safe service.  When you go to get your toes done the only thing you should be getting is a Pedicure, not a foot fungus.

When you come and have a service done with me, know your safety comes first.  I use only the best and most effective, State Board approved Disinfectants.  The implements I use are clean and the unsanitizable files are disposed of or given to you at the end of your service.

Until June 21, Goodbye Summer

September 22, welcomes Fall.  Here in Southern California, we are still living in the Summer climates.  Goodbye Summer 2009.  The Barbecues, Beach trips, Camp-outs, Luau's, Road trips... Wherever you went, whatever you did.  Cherish those memories.  Hopefully you took some pictures and until June 21, 2010, Goodbye Summer.  Hello Fall, and then...

It's All About Service

Where else do you get treated like a Queen!  The Beauty Industry Baby, that's where.  Where there's a will, there's a way.  Timing is everything.  We made it happen.  Paula and I had our client Colored, hairs cut, filed, buffed and painted in no time flat!  Paula is a Hair Stylist at Novilo.  Her number is 661-992-4566.  Should you need her services, give her a call.  We do our best to give you the best, timely services we can!

Love, Peace and a Dove

This is one of Zoya's latest shades of Nail Polish. The colors name is ALI.  If you look closely, you will see a double colored french manicure and truly unique nail art on Jamie's toes.

Love, Peace and A Dove

(Not a Chicken, A Dove!  Thanks for Artistic License!)

Baby Toe Painting

Sorry folks. The picture is a little upside down and I can't fix it for some reason.  See those little toes?  That is my nieces little foot!  While she slept, like the little Princess she is... I painted her toes.  With Zoya's very own Tobey nail polish.  Zoya nail polish is Toulene and Formaldahyde FREE which makes it the perfect polish for expectant Mother's or Little Ladies.  I proudly use Zoya Nail Polish.  I have quite a collection of it.  I just wanted to share some important information and a picture of my sweet nieces little foot!

Pink and Whites With A Twist

The Beauty Industry is amazing. Different Manufacturers have come up with many things to make manicurists lives a bit more colorful. In turn, I can bring choices to you! You don't have to have pink and white acrylic nails. You can transform your manicure into something really fun. Be different, allow your personality to shine. I have many colors to chose from. I have even custom blended acrylic powders to make the perfect color.

Like a cute pair of shoes or a fun purse, your nails can be a colorful accessory too! Stripes or polka dots can be added to the colored tips to make your nails a work of art!

Pink and Whites and Polka Dots

Are You Thinking About Removing Those Acrylics?

There comes a time in any Woman's life when the acrylic nails just need to go. Be it financial, time constraints, your nails have been covered for years and you just want to see what your real ones look like...

Acrylic Removal can be painless and inexpensive. With the help of a glass or ceramic bowl, lots of paper towels, bottle of PURE acetone and a nail file your acrylic nail enhancements will be off in no time.

I recommend picking out a good movie. Protect your coffee table with a trash bag and soak those nails off. If your manicurist uses a gel coat you will need to file the coat off. If you don't the nails will not dissolve. The dissolving process will take a bit of time and many paper towels. As the acrylic softens use paper towel to rub the softened acrylic off. Use the file to remove some of the acrylic and soak again. Filing the acrylic helps to expedite the process. Continue those steps until your natural nail is revealed. Enjoy watching the movie and before the credits run, your acrylics nails will be gone.

Now if you chose not to soak them off yourself, you can come see me and I will be more than happy to remove your acrylics for $40. This price includes a small bottle of Qtica Natural Nail Growth Stimulator.

Life After Acrylics. Some people chose to put their nails back on after a couple weeks. Others do not. There are many nail products that promote natural nail growth. My absolute favorite (after 12 years experience in the Nail Business) is Qtica Natural Nail Growth Stimulator. This product is amazing. Your nails will be stronger and longer if you follow the directions within 14 days. Seriously, it is a great product. You can purchase the .5 fluid oz bottle at Novilo Salon and Spa for $20. It is worth the $20 investment to have nice healthy looking nails.

Pedicure Time Again

The temps are warming up. It's time Ladies and Gentlemen to get your toes Summer Ready. I offer two pedicure services that will help you flaunt your toes this summer. Don't hide your toes. A Pedicure is the perfect accessory, especially for the Ladies.

Cheater Pedicure $25

For the Guy or Gal who is limited on time. Your feet will soak in our pipe less spa basin. Your toenails will be trimmed and filed. A luxurious sugar scrub will be applied and rinsed off. Your toes will be finished by being buffed or painted with your choice of Nail Lacquer. This service last 30-45 minutes.

Spaaaaah Pedicure $45

Your tootsies will be treated to a relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatment. Your feet will be soaked in Pure Fiji's Coconut Milk Bath Soak. Toenails will be trimmed and filed. Calluses will be tended to with a foot file. The foot file and nail file will go home with you after your service for home maintenance. A luxurious sugar scrub will be applied to your feet and leg to the knee. The sugar rub creates a natural alpha hydroxy that will help soften the skin. A hydrating body lotion will be applied for your foot and calf massage. Toenail will be buffed or painted. Your relaxing a pampering pedicure should last about one hour.

Unique Nail Art $5-$20 with Pedicure Service

One of my specialties is One of a Kind Nail Art. Leopard print, Checker Board in Loving Memory of Taylor James LaKamp, Camouflage in Honor of Our Brave Men and Women fighting for our Country, Polka Dots, Daisies, Zebra print... the possibilities are endless