5 Tips to Extend the Life of Your Manicure

A fresh manicure is a great way to make yourself feel put together and polished; however, chipped and peeling nail polish can be a bit of a buzz kill. Keeping your manicure looking good for as long as possible is a worthwhile challenge – and if you're lucky, it might just last about two weeks! With a little know-how, you can make your mani last. Here, we outline 5 tips that will help you extend the life of your manicure. Follow these simple nail polish tips, and you will be able to keep your nails looking their best for weeks. Alternatively, if you’re at the salon, ensure your nail technician uses the mentioned products.

Use a Base Coat

Any beauty aficionado knows that a good manicure is an investment. Whether you go to a salon or do your nails at home, taking the time to do your nails is a commitment. And, like any commitment, you want it to last. That's where base coat comes in. A base coat helps extend the life of your mani in a few ways. First, it provides an adhesive layer between your nails and the polish. This sets the scene to prevent chipping and peeling, two of the most common indications of manicure failure. In addition, a base coat can help to fill in any imperfections on your nails, providing a smooth surface for the polish to adhere to.

Don't get overloaded

We’re all looking to lighten the load in our lives and this also applies to nail polish. Keeping your coats on the thinner side will help you get the exact amount of polish needed to achieve a long- lasting, chip-free mani. Thin coats will allow each layer of polish to dry evenly and thoroughly, decreasing the risk of chipping and peeling. If you need three coats of colour to get full coverage, then go for it! Just make sure to keep them on the thinner side.

Apply a Top Coat

Without a top coat, your manicure will be under-done. A top coat is an essential step in achieving a long-lasting mani. A top coat provides a layer of protection for your nails, helping to prevent chipping and peeling. In addition, a top coat can help intensify your polish's colour and give it a high-gloss finish. As a result, using a top coat is an easy way to keep your nails looking their best for longer. Hot tip: reapply top coat every other day to increase strong mani duration.

Be careful with your hands

We all know the importance of washing our hands, especially of late. But did you know that washing your hands too frequently can actually affect how long your polish lasts? That's because each time you wash your hands, you're allowing water to soak into the skin around your nails, which can lift the nail polish. In addition, the water and soap can dry out your cuticles, causing them to crack and peel and damaging the new nail growth. To extend the life of your mani, try to limit hand washing. And be sure to use mild soap and lukewarm water to avoid damaging your nails. Also, do your best to wear gloves whenever your hands come into contact with chemicals, aka when using products to clean your house, as these will also dry out your nails.

Keep your nails hydrated

If you're looking for a way to extend your manicure and keep your nails healthy and hydrated, consider using cuticle oil. Like our skin, nails need hydration to stay healthy and prevent splitting or cracking. In addition, dry cuticles and nails can retract slightly, causing nail polish to separate from the nail bed. Cuticle oil is made with natural ingredients and helps to nourish and moisturise the nail bed and addresses this common issue. Simply apply a few drops to the base of each nail and massage it in, using circular motions. You can use cuticle oil daily or as needed to keep your nails looking their best.

By following these simple tips, you can extend the life of your manicure and enjoy beautiful, healthy nails for weeks to come! While they are a fun way to accessorise your look and show off your personality, we know too well that chipping mani’s can be annoying! So, if you want less stress and to get the most out of your manicure, follow these tips!

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