Abstract: In some aspects, fingernail coverings can include a flexible sheet layer configured to conform to and cover at least a portion a fingernail, the flexible sheet layer defining a first surface configured to adhere to the portion of the fingernail, and a fingernail tip extension disposed along an end region of the flexible sheet layer, the fingernail tip extension being arranged to expose an area of a second surface of the flexible sheet layer to be installed over a proximal end of the fingernail.

Abstract: A display package is provided that informs the customer of the product contained therein as well as providing a functional and useful storage unit for artificial nails when not in use. The display package includes a cylindrical portion and a main body, including a cavity within the main body of the display package. A first portion and a second portion of the display package divide the main body and the cylindrical portion and are joined together to form the display package. The display package is preferably in the shape of a bottle of nail polish and contains one or more trays having indentations for holding items such as artificial nails.

Abstract: An artificial nail and polish remover includes a container for holding a quantity of solvent. The container defines a top opening, a semi-circular receptacle communicating with the top opening and a circular receptacle communicating with the top opening. The semi-circular receptacle is sized and shaped for simultaneous insertion therein of all the fore-fingers of a hand and the circular receptacle is positioned adjacent the semi-circular receptacle for insertion therein of the thumb. The container includes two indents which extend inwardly into the container for providing a secure finger grip to the container. The remover further includes a strip brush member fixedly coiled around the inside perimeter of the semi-circular receptacle and a tubular brush fixed within the circular receptacle. The remover further includes an insert fitted within the container.

Abstract: An artificial nail and polish remover includes a container for holding a quantity of solvent. The container defines a top opening, a semi-circular receptacle communicating with the top opening and a circular receptacle communicating with the top opening. The semi-circular receptacle is sized and shaped for simultaneous insertion therein of all the fore-fingers of a hand and the circular receptacle is positioned adjacent the semi-circular receptacle for insertion therein of the thumb. The container includes two indents which extend inwardly into the container for providing a secure finger grip to the container. The remover further includes a strip brush member fixedly coiled around the inside perimeter of the semi-circular receptacle and a tubular brush fixed within the circular receptacle. The remover further includes an insert fitted within the container.

Abstract: An artificial fingernail is provided. In one aspect, the artificial fingernail includes a polymeric body having a fingernail shape and first and second sections. The first section is made of a first translucent polymeric material and has a back proximal part and a front distal part. The back proximal part has an upper surface that has been treated by etching. The front distal part has an upper portion, a lower portion, and an intermediate portion extending beyond a portion of the upper and lower portions of the front distal part. The second section is made of a second opaque polymeric material with an upper portion, a lower portion, and an intermediate portion. The upper portion and the lower portion of the second section extend beyond an end of the intermediate portion of the second section to form a receiving area for the intermediate portion of the front distal part. The intermediate portion of the front distal part is disposed within and lockingly engaged by the receiving area.

Abstract: A receptacle for holding fluid used to soak fingernails includes a container body and a removable lid. The container body has a closed bottom and an open top for receipt of fluid to be held in the container and of a plurality of fingers of a person for immersion in the fluid.

Abstract: An artificial fingernail, fingernail kit and a method of applying the artificial fingernails to natural nails. The artificial fingernail comprises a nail body made from transparent plastic and having a nail bed portion and a nail tip portion. The nail bed portion corresponds in size and shape to the nail bed of a natural fingernail and is applied over a natural fingernail. The nail tip portion contains opaque decorations that obscure a natural nail tip when the artificial fingernail is applied over a natural fingernail. The artificial fingernail is applied to the natural nail with a translucent pink adhesive. This way, the artificial fingernail has the color and appearance of a natural fingernail. This is especially important when doing a french manicure.

Abstract: An artificial fingernail, fingernail kit and a method of applying the artificial fingernails to natural nails. The artificial fingernail includes a nail body made from transparent plastic and having a nail bed portion and a nail tip portion. The nail bed portion substantially corresponds to the nail bed of a natural fingernail and is applied over a natural fingernail. The nail tip portion includes a continuous opaque decoration which obscures a natural nail tip when the artificial fingernail is applied over a natural fingernail. The nail bed portion is substantially transparent allowing the natural nail bed to be visible therethrough.

Abstract: A display box for retail displays is provided. The display box has a top that has a plurality of equally sized compartments, and an upper compartment. A bottom is hingedly fastened to the top to enable access to the compartments. A display card having an elongated portion, a top and a display portion are disposed within the top of the display box such that the elongated portion encloses the plurality of compartments and provides a colorful background therefor. The top and display portion fit within the upper compartment such that the display portion is completely visible from the top side of the box. Thus, the retail goods can be seen through the transparent box and the header/display card can also be seen unobstructed without having to manipulate or change the position of the box.

Abstract: A method for applying French manicures to fingernails having specialized French manicure style decals is shown. After a base coat of polish is applied to the fingernail, the French manicure style decal is applied to the fingernail using an adhesive material. The French manicure style decal has an opaque portion for creating the French manicure on the free edge of the fingernail, and a decorative design portion for including an intricate decorative design on the nail plate with the French manicure. After the application of the French manicure style decal, an additional layer of polish is applied to the fingernail to further secure the decal in place, and to increase the strength and durability of the fingernail.