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Many women face a variety of challenges when doing their nails at home – smudges, drying issues, and uneven nails are just some of the frustrations. Today, we're sharing 7 tips that will make at-home manicures easier than ever. Say goodbye to smudges and dry polish! Let's find out how.
1. Soak nails in ice-cold water for faster drying
After finishing your nails, you might find yourself waiting for hours for the polish to dry. But did you know there’s a quicker way? Soaking your nails in ice-cold water helps set the polish and speeds up the drying process, so you can save time and get perfect nails!
2. Use oil spray
If you don't have a Quick Dry Spray like the salons use, you can substitute it with an oil spray. Simply spray the oil about 1-2 inches from your nails, wait for about 3 minutes, then rinse off the oil. This trick will help your polish dry quickly and last longer, just like a professional manicure.
3. Clean gel nails with foil
4. Rub the bottle to eliminate air bubbles
Remember, shaking the nail polish bottle can cause air bubbles that will transfer to your nails. Instead, try rubbing the bottle gently back and forth to help remove those pesky bubbles.
5. Prevent dried-up polish with petroleum jelly
Nail polish can often get stuck on the brush or around the bottle's neck, making it hard to open. To avoid this, use a cotton bud dipped in petroleum jelly and apply it around the neck of the bottle. This will keep the polish from drying out and make opening the bottle easier.
6. Hot water can help loosen tight bottle caps
7. Use a rubber band to open a stuck cap
If you don't want to risk soaking your bottle in hot water, simply use a rubber band. Wrap it around the cap and twist, and you'll find the lid opens with ease, no extra effort required.
These simple tips will make your at-home manicure easier than ever. Especially now, with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many may feel hesitant to visit nail salons. Try these tricks and you’ll be able to achieve salon-worthy nails right at home!
