So remember how I got a shellac manicure before traveling to Europe?  Well, I just want to report back and share my thoughts on shellac.  The pic on the left is the day I got the manicure, and the pic on the right was taken 10 days later.  As you can see the manicure lasted a while, but you can obviously see the new nail growth.  After about two weeks I could start to see cracks in the actual lacquer, but overall I felt like the shellac is worth it.  Here’s the thing, if you’re like my sis you’ll have a strong urge to peel the shellac right off, and to you I say “STOP THAT” it harms your nails!  If you get them taken off at the salon, it’s obviously much better and not harmful to your little delicate nail beds.  I also loved that my nails underneath were nice and long, I would definitely recommend the shellac manicure.  In fact, I’m going to get another set on Monday.  Happy hunting for a good nail salon, I have one in my neighbourhood that is awesome, decent prices, and it’s across the street from one of Vancouver’s best coffee shops, perfect way to spend a monday morning I’d say!