Colour, Shape and Use When Choosing Permanent Polish

Choose a colour family

Start with a broad family such as nude, red, dark or bright. Assess the undertone using samples in the salon. Jewellery and colours you wear frequently can be practical references for narrowing the choice.

Consider shape and length together

The same colour can create a different effect at different shapes and lengths. The nail’s current structure, everyday use and the overall style you want should be considered together. The aim is not simply to copy a photograph, but to create an interpretation suited to how you use your hands.

Three decisions

• Colour family and finish
• A length suited to everyday use
• A shape compatible with the nail structure