Bella Magazine may 2013 | Página 33

“ if you love it, it works”
For faster drying you can use nail-drying spray from the drugstore but any cooking oil aerosols help to set your manicure and prevent smudges as well. Wait a few minutes after you spray it on, then rinse your hands to prevent oily smell.
Make your manicures last longer by rubbing a little moisturizing cream or an olive oil over your cuticles and nails every other day. This protects the polish and keeps fingertips soft.
Metallics, a big spring nail trend have their pros. A metallic polish lasts longer because the small iridescent flecks thicken the enamel, so it forms a stronger film as it dries.

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If you like glittery colors, always dab the first coat, don’ t brush it on. This will help to distribute the glitter evenly and get the big chunks where you want them.
Choose nail textures according to your skills. Glittery nail polishes are the most forgiving. On the other hand, matt have to be applied very carefully not to show every little imperfection.
Old nail polishes change consistency and become thick and gloppy. That means they are difficult to apply and chip quickly. Toss old bottles away and buy new or add a bit of polish thinner to make it smoother.

The Most Popular nail colors

48 % red 23 % pastel 19 % glittery

Clinique

10 % nude

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