Always use a base coat and top coat. If you want to walk away
with a salon quality manicure and pedicure done at home,
you’ll need to stick to these crucial steps to properly protect
your nails from start to finish.
Clean your tools after your last manicure and pedicure. To
avoid bacteria build up and infection, clean your tools after
each use.
Moisturize beforehand! Moisturize with a hand lotion or body
lotion beforehand so your newly painted nails can dry safely.
Avoid using Q-Tips to clean nail polish mistakes. Q-Tips aren’t
ideal for this detailed procedure. Instead, opt for a makeup
brush dipped in natural nail polish remover to touch up any
smudges.
Roll - don’t shake! - your nail polish bottle. This will prevent
bubble formation for a smoother manicure and pedicure.