1.After removing old nail polish,you should always wash your hands with soap,because a lot of nail polish removers contain oils.And oils will prevent your nail polish from adhering to your nails.
2.Before applying a base coat you can file the surface of your nails with a very fine nail file.
3.Even clear polish can be used as a topcoat,but usually hydrating base coats or nail hardeners/ridge filler do a great job.
4.A good top coat : This is essential to keep a manicure beautiful.You don't have to spend a lot of money ,because basically any top coat and even a layer of clear polish will make a huge difference.
5.The free edge: The very tips of your nail have to face a lot of stress,because you use your fingers for almost everything.Applying a very thin coat of topcoat on the free edge of your nail will prevent tip-chips.
If you have longer nails,don't forget to apply a thing layer to the sides of the nail.
Thanks for the tip! I'm so hard on my nails that the polish only last a day or two. I'll keep this in mind.
ReplyDeleteHey, I was wondering what you thought of OPI's new crackle nail polish? They're marketing a Halloween set -- a green glow-in-the-dark base and a black, crackle polish to put on top. I almost bought it last night, but at $16 for two nail polishes I hesitated and then put it back. Granted, it was at Essentials in the mall and I probably can get it cheaper at Ricky's in NYC. Thoughts?
Hugs from NYC!
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