Nail Color

Like the rest of your appearance, your nail color makes a statement about who you are. Help your hands look their best regardless of what nail color is in style. There are several simple things that you can do: hand grooming, nail filing, nail repairing and, of course, knowing what nail color works best with your hands. This article helps you find the best nail color for you hands. For tips on hand grooming, nail filing and nail repairing, see our article on nail care.

Tips about Nail Color

Role of Nail Color:

Polish functions beyond putting color and gloss on your nails. It protects your nails. Some polishes even aid in nail growth.

How to Try on New Nail Colors without Disturbing Your Own Color:

Try new nail colors by applying it on invisible office or wrapping tape. You can easily see the color, even put it gently over your own nails to see how the colors look on your hands.

How to Get a Great Set with Your Nail Color:

Nail color sets better if you apply it in the evening and allow it to harden overnight.

Nail Colors for Your Hands

Different sizes and shapes of nails call for different color treatments.

Here are general guidelines:

Plump Hands	Medium to darker color, matte (crème) finish
Thin, large boned hands	Light or medium color, matte (crème) finish
Large hands	Medium color, matte (crème) finish
Small, delicate hands	light, bright, pearled color, gloss finish
Reddened hands	Dark or medium dark color, matte (crème) finish
White hands	Medium or light color, either matte or gloss finish—dark color will make them look more white if you want that effect
Tanned hands	Bright, full, rich rose or orange tones, matte or gloss finish
Career hands	Matte, muted colors, sheer or crème colors. Avoid dark or high gloss colors, they detract from a professional image. When you match your nail color to your Beauty Code color Collection, you’ll find you need just a few colors that go with everything you wear so your hands always look lovely and well-groomed.