They are finally here!! Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips

 This week, I am trying out a product that I have been anticipating for weeks!! And finally it has arrived – and I was not disappointed! Today, we will be discussing Sally Hansen salon effects real nail polish strips. The concept of nail polish strips is not a new one – however it is the selection of designs which differentiates the Sally Hansen strips. Contained in the box are sixteen nail polish strips (in eight width sizes), one nail foil, a cuticle stick, a buffer and a very comprehensive set of instructions.

The application of these strips does require a bit of concentration. Each strip needs to be peeled from the plastic backing and stuck to the nail. Any excess can then be filed away using the nail file included to ensure the strip fits perfectly to any nail length. It is important to ensure that the strips are completely sealed at the corners, as this can lead to the strip lifting, ever so slightly. It took me about half an hour to do both hands. However – this was the first time I had tried them and even by the time I started my second hand, I had gotten into the swing of things and had finished all five fingers in ten minutes. These would be perfect to do some night in front of the television with a cuppa!

I had spoken to a colleague of mine who had also tried them a couple of days previously. She was very pleased with the results – however, they had started to chip slightly. Although not instructed on the box I would advise everyone to slick one layer of top coat over your nails when you are finished, just to set everything in place.

Overall I love the result!! Retailing at €8.95, they are by no means expensive. Results should last up to 10 days and everything can be removed with nail polish remover. The design I have used in the pictures above is “Girl Power” – the bold pattern may not be to everyone’s taste, but if it is something more demure you are looking for than I would recommend “Laced Up” which are black lacy effect strips – perfect for the Christmas party nights ahead!!!