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Title: Nails for Males
Post by: BeeBop on April 21, 2008, 03:20:09 PM

Anyone have some lines that can be used for men? Looking for I guess a low gloss clear that is better. Amazing there are not more choices. Maybe there is a better way to buff them out.

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: Jennifer on April 22, 2008, 08:14:20 AM

Look at OPI and Essie lines they both have some options for men.

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: Parker on April 25, 2008, 07:44:58 AM

I think Jennifer has it right. Take a closer look at the catalogs. Some of the polishes are either made for men or will have a comment about using on men.

A lot more choices around these days. Another important part is how the nails are buffed. You really need to stay away from any shine so don't do a full buff. Stop a grade or 2 higher to get that flat look

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: BeeBop on May 05, 2008, 07:15:57 PM

You guys were right I looked into both those lines and they have a couple that will work. It is all about the color and shine or lack thereof

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: Fluoride on July 01, 2008, 09:17:46 AM

Natural 10 Beauty, Inc.  makes a product called Nail Shine with FLuoride.  It is a non-lacquer based product that gives the nails a smooth appearance versus a glossy appearance.  It also containes Fluoride which strengthens the nails just as it does teeth. 
www.natural10beauty.com

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: BeeBop on September 16, 2008, 02:25:42 PM

Have had great results with the OPI line. The hardest bit is making sure there is no glossy finish.

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: kisco kid on October 23, 2008, 10:16:55 PM

so whats wrong with some color on a man's toes ? and some gloss on finger nails !

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: Lynx on September 22, 2009, 06:00:46 AM

A tech suggested color for mine and I took her up on it. Purple! I can't believe it, but I really like having my toes painted. Wife thought I was crazy, but let me keep it on. If you have never done it , try it. In 42 years I have never looked straight down to see painted toes.lol

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: scottyW on September 24, 2009, 02:59:29 PM

Essie makes a product called Man-E-Cure that's aimed specifically at men. CND Super Matte Top Coat is another product that creates a matte finish on any color. You can find them both online at http://www.bebeautiful.com/catalog/men/hand-nail .

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: federicocalce on May 24, 2010, 08:37:34 PM

OPI have various options for man. you definitely trust over it man.
its products are good or awesome.
just take a trial!

Title: Re: Nails for Males
Post by: YaYaTan on May 27, 2010, 11:26:56 AM

I would not mind a mani/pedi honestly but I could never go for a polish.  Do many men add that?