One of the things that I always use to make myself feel more put together, or polished, is having my nails “done”.
And by “done”, I don’t necessarily mean heading into a nail bar, I’ve been doing them myself for a while now, but just having some colour on them – it adds a finishing touch to any look.
So, when the gorgeous Catherine from The Skin Wardrobe reached out to tell me about her latest to launch innovative new Scandinavian brand taking Sweden by storm, “Love’n Layer”, I was immediately intrigued…. One application with Catherine? I was HOOKED!
I spent the afternoon in the amazing Skin Wardrobe Studio for the inaugural launch of Love’n Layer. Catherine applied one hand for me, demonstrating how easy it was (and it really was!), and then gave me the other side to go home and do myself.
We also chatted about the amazing array of colours and designs, something for everyone and every occasion.
The thing I love about adding colour to your nails, is that is really finishes of any look, and it’s a great way to let your own unique style personality shine through.
The first colour I chose was LONDON BLUE – the vibrant blue below – it suits almost everyone, as blue is the most contrasting colour to our skintone. This stunning colour creates a gorgeous POP that works if you love wearing colour too, but also is a great way to add that subtle colour to a more neutral outfit.
Interested to know more? Let’s break it down.
WHAT IS Love’n Layer?
Layers is an innovative, pre-set and pre-cut adhesive gel nail polish. Following nail preparation, it takes 3-5 minutes to apply, without mess and unnecessary drying time. Its thin, yet strong, layer supports and protects your existing nail while adding colour and pattern into your life!
These are more than just nail stickers, and SO much easier that at-home gels. The founder of the business, Ida Thern, created this product out of a need for non-toxic, and non-pungent nail polish, that was easy to apply, and more importantly, easy to remove.
And on top of all that, they are REALLY affordable! A set of Hand Layers starts at $38… way cheaper than going to a nail salon, and LORDY so much quicker!
HOW DOES IT WORK?
There are 4 easy steps that can be done in under 10 minutes, YES! 10 MINUTES!
As a busy mum, I sometimes even struggle to find the time to do my own gel nails, and I’m at the mercy of the machine until I’ve painted and set my nails 3-4 times over… with Layers, there is NO mess, and NO drying time! So you’re literally done in minutes… here’s how it works
- Prep and clean the nails – preparation is key. Any residues and oils like moisturisers etc can affect how the nails adhere.
- Pick your size from the pack – match the gel nails up with your nail shape, peel off and apply to your own nail bed
- File the excess – there will be some overhang, so simply use the glass file to file under the nail, and remove the excess gel
- you can cure under a UV light if you wish, it hardens the nail and adds more of a shine, but this step isn’t essential if you don’t have a UV lamp
You can watch how I applied my VERY FIRST SET over on my instagram and see how easy it really is – WATCH THE VIDEO
Removal is super-easy too! Just get your fingernail under the edge of the gel coating and gently lift – the layer should come away relatively easily, and with no need for chemicals and no damage to your nails.
CAN YOU DO YOUR TOES TOO?
100% you can! there are layers for hands and feet, and so many cool colours to choose from. The application process really is quick and mess free.
Both my hand sets have lasted over 2 weeks, and my toes are still going 3.5 weeks later! Plus there additional sizes in your pack, so if one happens to pop off or chip, it’s really easy just to replace it without having to buy a whole new set.
WHAT YOU NEED
So to start yourself off on this amazing new nail journey, you’ll need to grab a pack of hand layers, a glass file, and if you want to set the gels, a small UV lamp.
You could also add some toe layers into the mix, and if you want something a little extra-special, there are also glitter layers, animal print layers and heart layers to choose from.
- So you’re saving time – CHECK.
- You’re saving money – CHECK.
- You’re looking after your nail health – CHECK.
- And by purchasing from The Skin Wardrobe, you’re supporting an amazing NZ small business! – CHECK
It’s a no-brainer really, what are you waiting for? Now the only question is, what colour are you going to start with??