Make Your Nail Polish Last Longer
While I’m doing some nail polish posts lately, I figure that I should share some tips with you all. Hope it helps.
Tip #1: Make sure your nails are completely dry and clean before doing your manicure. Avoid soaking instead go for a dry manicure. Use ph balancing agent or a polish remover to get rid of moisture and natural oils on your nails also help polish stick better.
Tip #2: Always use a good base coat and let it dry. It not only helps the polish stay longer but also keeps your nails from turning yellow.
Tip #3: Don’t pile on polish. Do 2 or 3 thin coats instead of 1 thick coat. Remember “less is more”. The least amount of coats you apply, the longer the polish lasts. It gives better coverage, dries faster and minimize air bubbles.
Tip #4: Instead of painting right from the cuticle, leave a small space away from it. You’re less likely to get skin irritation. Also remember to cap the free edges as well. This will prevent polish from peeling and chipping.
Tip #5: Always wear a top coat and refresh it every other night. It give your nails an extra seal against crackign and chipping.
Tip #6: Keep your nails away from water as much as possible. Water is the biggest enemy to your nails. Wear gloves when doing dishes.
Tip #7: Store your nail polish in a dark cool place. This will give you a good start for your manicure and also extend the shelf life of your polish.
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When should we aplly the top coat? As fast as we can rigth after aplied the polish or we must wait a litlle bit?
you do need to wait for the polish to dry for a bit or else you’ll run the risk of sliding it off. i ruined mine a couple times before. you can use a quick drying top coat if in a hurry.
oh thanks! Im asking because I’ve always putting the top coat in such a hurry to not mess the mani but its made bubles =/.. Now I know way. Thanks
please make sure the polish dries thoroughly between coats. Because if the first coat didn’t dry and still evaporating, you put on a second coat, the air will be trapped underneath causing bubbles. Also only roll the polish in your hands no shaking =)
great tips! I always forget the top coat, so my nail polish always chips easily. Must remember to purchase one next time I go shopping!
thanks for the tips! I’m giving my fingernails a detox right now… I’ll work on my toes instead lol.
Same as nic nic….I’m giving my nails a breather but all good tips… I never thought of starting with a nail polish remover first to get nails super dry before putting on the base coat.
it’s like my “secret” trick to get long lasting manicure. but you can tell all your friends about it ^^