From making your own various types of polish to various foolproof ways of removing it, there are some clever nail polish hacks that you can have fun with and that can also give you a better manicure.
1. Put Your Nail Polish in the Fridge for 15 Min before Applying
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2. Give Your Nails a Marble Effect by Swirling Two Polishes Together and Rolling Your Nail over the Edge of the Spoon
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3. Apply Elmer’s Glue with a Thin Paint Brush, Which Peels off to Reveal a Perfect Manicure
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4. DIY Glitter Polish
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5. A Dry Quick Tip
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6. How to Repair
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7. Make a Gel Manicure Last Longer
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8. DIY Shellac Hack
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9. Paint Vaseline around Fingernails before Applying Polish, Doubles as a Softening Moisturizer as Well as Prevents Paint or Polish on Skin
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10. Create a Marbled Effect by Using Drops of Swirled Nail Polish and a Cup of Water
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11. Get Full Cover Glitter Topcoat by Sponging It on
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12. Spray Nonstick Cooking Spray on Your Nails to Help the Polish Dry Faster
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13. USE a COTTON SWAB to WIPE down YOUR NAILS with WHITE VINEGAR before APPLYING BASECOAT...
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14. How to Make a Matte Topcoat
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15. DIY - Glow in the Dark Nail Polish
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16. Follow This Diagram to Imitate How Professional Manicurists Apply Nail Polish
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17. Spread Petroleum Jelly around the Lip of the Bottle to Prevent the Polish from It Drying Shut
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18. Make Your Own Nail Polish from Eyeshadow
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19. How to Remove Glitter Polish Effectively
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20. Use Glue for Easy Glitter Nail Polish Removal
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21. Nail Polish Bottle Dried Shut? Secure a Rubber Band around the Cap to Help You Get a Better Grip While Twisting It Open
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22. Make a Nail Polish Remover Jar
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23. How to Make Your Own Tilted Stand for Nail Polish Bottles
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24. Best Ever Method of Removing Nail Polish
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25. Turn Any Nail Polish into Glitter Nail Polish
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26. Apply a Coat of White before Neon for Color That Really Pops
Frequently Asked Questions
- How can I make my nail polish last longer?
- Apply a base coat and finish with a top coat to prevent chipping and extend wear.
- What's the best way to avoid smudging nail polish?
- Allow each layer to dry fully before applying the next, and avoid using your hands for at least 30 minutes.
- How do I fix a dried-out nail polish bottle?
- Add a few drops of nail polish thinner and shake well to restore its smooth consistency.
- Can I use nail polish to decorate other items?
- Yes, nail polish works great for decorating phone cases, jewelry, and even keys with colorful designs.
- How do I clean up nail polish mistakes around the nail?
- Use a small brush or cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover to gently clean the edges.
- Is it better to use cold or warm water after painting nails?
- Cold water helps set the polish faster, reducing smudging and speeding up drying time.
- How can I easily remove glitter nail polish?
- Soak a cotton ball in nail polish remover, place it on your nail, and wrap with foil for 10 minutes before wiping off.
- What's a quick hack to speed up nail polish drying?
- Use a quick-dry spray or dip nails into ice water after painting to speed the drying process.
- Can you prevent nail polish from thickening over time?
- Store polish in a cool, dark place and avoid shaking the bottle to keep it smooth longer.
- How do I avoid nail polish bubbles?
- Apply thin coats and avoid shaking the bottle vigorously to prevent air bubbles in your polish.