Nailed It

Hy-Vee has products to keep nails healthy, polishes in the trendiest colors and new in-store nail bars for the latest in professional manicure looks.

nailed

Clip off any hangnails that might tear. Trim nails down to the desired length and start shaping them. Try square, round, oval, almond and ballerina shapes.

2. Clip

Remove nail polish with a strenghtening nail polish remover to help prevent nails from breaking, and wash hands with soap and a nail brush.

1. Clean

Shape your nails into one of the options mentioned above. Start from the left outside corner going to the middle of the nail and then file from the right corner to the middle of the nail.

3. file

Use a nail buffer block to buff the tops of nails so they're smooth and ready for clean polish application.

4. Buff

Seal polish in place, and add either an extra shine or a matte finish to protect nails from chipping.

7. Add top coat

Base coat acts as primers. They help to extend the life of your manicure, and they also protect your nails.

5. Apply base coat

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Health

Beauty

Strong nails start with good habits and great products.

Manicures last longer with the right products and best prep steps.

Hydration and cleanliness are key for nails. moisturize often and use a soft bristle brush to clean dirt and bacteria from under nails.

Now

trending

As the temperature begins to drop, choose a light and dreamy mani to slowly transition into darker polishes. Try these shades: essie Bikini So Teeny, Sally Hansen Sugar Fix.

creamy blue

Dark, rich, seasonal—a glossy red polish is a win in autumn. Pick a shade that has a little sparkle for dimension. Try these shades: essie Forever Yummy, OPI I’m Not Really a Waitress.

deep red

This striking jewel tone is one of the coolest manicures for fall. Rock this lavish color while the leaves change. Try this shade: essie In Plane View

dark teal

Channel the bright and warm color of fall mums with a cheery mustard yellow manicure. Try this shade: essie expressie Taxi Hopping

mustard yellow

For fans of pink and purple manicures, mauve makes for a muted and sophisticated cozy fall tone. Try these shades: Sally Hansen Mauve It, essie expressie Get a Mauve On

mauve

For a minimal, incredibly versatile mani, pick out a gray polish. Find warm- or cool-tone hues to match any look. Try these shades: Sally Hansen Soothing Slate, essie Without a Stitch

light gray

An earthy color like olive green brings out the golden tones in skin and pairs well with most autumn wardrobes. Try this shade essie expressie Precious Cargo-Go!

olive green

Lush and chocolatey shades of brown are classy, warm and oh-so chic. Go glossy or add a matte finish. Try these shades: essie expressie Cold Brew Crew, Revlon Totally Toffee

rich brown

For an adventurous manicure, paint each nail a different color or choose one nail on each hand to be an accent nail.

I don’t think people realize that nail health is vital to overall health and is often overlooked. If we pay attention, our nails can tell us so much about our health such as vitamin deficiencies and diseases. If your nails are not healthy, you run the risk of exposing that tissue underneath to infections.”

Nails Matter

—Lauren Hunter & Manda Mason Co-Founders, The Nail Bar

pro tip

stylish designs

Try these Pinterest-worthy nail trends at home, or show your manicurist the next time you visit The W Nail Bar.

It’s all about leaving open, blank spaces on the nails for an airy design and simple feel. This also makes the colors and design stand out for elegant or playful styles.

minimalist

Give classic square, white French tips an upgrade with colors to match the season or your mood. Brightly colored tips in various shapes and designs are taking over tops of nails.

not-your-mom’s french tips

Beautiful browns, golds and oranges reflect the fall foliage of the season. Use your favorite rich chocolate shade for a marble design that makes a statement.

brown Marble

Naturally beautiful nails at Hy-Vee The W Nail Bar is a 100% all-natural nail bar, founded by two sisters from Ohio in 2015 with cleanliness and customers in mind. All salon products are handmade and acrylic free, and the salon offers gorgeous polishes and impressive custom designs. Look for salons coming soon to several Hy-Vee locations.

Hy-vee is partnering with the w nail bar to open salons inside select locations.

In-store nail salons

services include:

Open now:

Opening this month:

• Manicures • Pedicures • Nail art • and more!

• Bettendorf, IA

• Davenport, IA (west kimberly road) • Grimes, IA • Eau claire, WI

Watch how to dress up your nails for any occasion using shape, color and designs.

Finger Fashion

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Brush on two or three coats of your favorite shade (until the nail is no longer visible).

6. Polish and design

Choose a nourishing hand cream to soften skin, lock in moisture and repair damage due to dryness.

8. MOISTURIZE

The seasonal colors and latest looks for any style are available at Hy-Vee.

Creamy Blue

Dark Teal

deep red

Mauve

Mustard

Light

yellow

Gray

Olive

Green

Rich

Brown

Watch how to dress up your nails for any occasion using shape, color and designs.