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Olive & June Debut Surprise Summer Collection With Nod To Black Tastemakers

The CNH shade is like blue jeans and nail polish had a baby. It’s a statement shade named for Christiana Hooks, a statement maker, and an O&J OG. The producer and production manager’s resume boasts work with the best of the best in the industry, including Ava Duvernay, Oprah Winfrey, and The Carters (yes, Jay and Bey). You want to be draped in Christiana’s color if you can get your “hooks” in it.

TMC Mani Moments

THE HAPPY PLACE

I used to go to the salon at least once a week, sometimes even twice because by midweek I was ready for a polish change. When I realized how silly it was to spend that much time and money in the salon, I started to pay extra attention to the process in order to teach myself. I began giving myself those midweek manicures at home. I must say, I got pretty good! When the pandemic hit and all the nail salons were closed, I channeled my inner nail tech and got to work. When everything else felt chaotic and out of my control, I made it my mission to perfect my manicure.

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