Weekly beauty tutorials: manicure 2.0

(Dusan Bartolovic)

From Minx nail 'stickers' to gel polish and the much-talked-about Shellac range: get a glimpse of the current nail innovations and learn how to get the look yourself.

Minx

Well-known make-up artist, Lisa Eldridge has tried the new procedure that involves sticker-like film being applied to the nails. Follow her to her favorite nail artist and get the low-down on all you need to know about Minx nail designs.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szESsO24S00

The Fashion Team shows you how to match your finger tips to your outfit, or even print the face of a loved one onto your nails.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7ukBFJZY60

Opi Axxium

This video gives you a quick demonstration of how the brand's new gel polish works.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P65t_FtPdoU

For more detailed step-by-step instructions and explanations, check out NazihCosmetics' YouTube channel ( http://www.youtube.com/user/nazihcosmetics).

The OPI range should only be applied by professionals. A useful tutorial on at-home nail gel application can be found here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6et-rMZE0wc.

CND Shellac

There are very few videos available on the new gail/polish hybrid since it will only be launched in May, but this clip by NAILPRO gives you a sneak preview at what the finished manicure will look like.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wqg_axyAW6k