Cleaning nail art brushes is a pain in the butt but it is a
necessary evil for keeping all of your tools in very good condition. I have
found that sometimes, a simple cleaning with nail polish doesn’t always do the
trick. I’ll end up with pigment still left in the brush. What I d is I swirl my
brushes into a drop of clear coat. I always end up with tons of old bottles of
goopy, old top and base coats and this is a great way to put them to use
instead of throwing them out.
Nail Fun Times
Sunday, May 12, 2013
Saturday, May 11, 2013
Quick nail tip – thick nail polish
Friday, May 10, 2013
How I care for my nails
People often ask me how I keep my nails in good shape. These
are the methods I use whenever my nails need some tidying up.
Removing nail polish
I always use Cutex brand nail polish removers. I have found
that it is not harsh on my nails and doesn’t leave them dried out. I use qtips
and dip them in the remover if I have any nail polish around my skin that I
want to remove.
Caring for cuticles
I enjoy using cuticle softeners from Sally’s it’s really
inexpensive and it gets the job done well. I use a cuticle pusher to push my
cuticles back but I never ever cut them. Cuticles are there to protect from
germs and bacteria entering under the skin.
Nail filing
I always file my nails down and never clip them. I have
found that clipping nails can often lead to damage and splitting.
Moisturizing
I always moisturize my nails with cuticle oil, especially
after I have used nail polish removal. I have found that sally Hansen cuticle
oil products work really well. I also regularly use hand lotion to keep my
hands nice and smooth
Base coats
I always use base coats on my nails before I polish them.
They keep my nails strong all of the time and prevent them from breaking. They
also help to keep nail polish from chipping off.
Nail polish
I swear by OPI nail polish. I think for the quality of their
colors they’re actually really inexpensive and they always last for so long.
Here is a list of the best nail polish brands. I am looking to branch out a bit
to other brands!
Thursday, May 9, 2013
Applying and removing gel polish
Despite what many people are saying, using gel polish is not
harmful on your nails as long as you take the proper steps to apply and remove
the product. Using these simple steps will help you apply and remove gel polish
in a way that is not damaging.
Applying the polish
Give yourself a simple manicure and tidy up before you
start. Make sure your cuticles are in good shape and clean your nails to remove
any oil on the bed.
Next follow the instructions for the gel polish you are
using to ensure that you apply it correctly. Depending on what polish you
choose to use, the steps you need to go through may vary. Make sure to follow
all of the instructions carefully.
If you have followed the instructions for your polish
correctly, once it is cured under the lamp you should have a chip free manicure
for up to 2 weeks. Once the polish begins to chip, or if you get sick of the
color, removing the polish is when you have to be truly careful. This is where
the damage will happen if you don’t do it correctly.
Removing the polish
Use a file on the surface of your polish. This will remove
the shine from it.
Grab some cotton pads and soak them in nail polish remover.
You will need ten of them, one for each nail. Place all of the cotton pads or
balls onto your fingers and wrap foil around them to hold them in place. You’re
going to look like an alien, but don’t worry it’s effective.
After soaking for about 10 minutes remove the foil and
cotton balls carefully and your polish should be able to slide right off. If there
is still some stuck to your nails you can use an orange stick to scrape off any
excess residue. Do not force the polish off. Let them soak for longer if you
feel that the polish is not being removed easily.
If you follow these steps your nails will be clean and
healthy after removal of the polish
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