Looking after our nails is essential as they can easily become damaged and weaken over time, due to everything we use our hands for on a daily basis. Follow these 7 easy tips to look after your nails in the best way possible!
Base coats are great for providing a protective layer over your nails to reduce (and even prevent completely) discoloured stains. It's probably not a surprise to hear that nail polish is quite damaging anyway, so if you're going to use a bright or bold nail polish colour, you should definitely use a base coat beforehand for extra protection.
I would recommend using China Glaze's 'strong adhesive' base coat because it dries quickly and does a great job of protecting your nails, especially against those harsh, bold nail polishes.
This is a vital step since our nails are at full exposure on a daily basis since we use our hands for almost everything. There's nothing more annoying that spending ages doing your nails, only to have them chipping and falling away as soon as you start cleaning dishes after dinner or even washing your hands.
Top coats are different to base coats and each have different purpose it's not a good idea to try using a base coat as a top coat or vice versa. You should really have both and this will ensure you're everything you can to protect your nails.
I would recommend using Seche Vite's 'dry fast' top coat because it dries quickly and does a great job of preserving nail polish and prevents most cases of chipping.
Taking a break from nail polish is important for your nails’ health. Nail polish can contain harsh chemicals that weaken and damage your nails, and the remover can also be damaging. Allowing your nails to breathe for a couple of weeks will give them a chance to recover and stay healthy.
In addition to taking a break from nail polish, it is also important to moisturize your nails. Use a cuticle oil or cream to keep your nails and cuticles hydrated and strong. This can help protect your nails from damage and keep them looking healthy.
It is also important to use the right tools when applying and removing nail polish. Use a nail file to shape and smooth your nails before applying polish. Use a nail buffer to remove ridges and bumps from your nails. And use a cuticle pusher to push back your cuticles safely.
When removing nail polish, use a non-acetone remover. Acetone is a harsh chemical that can be damaging to your nails. A non-acetone remover is gentler and can be used more often.