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Tips and tricks on how to apply nail polish smudge-free, for one perfect and neat manicure.
How to apply nail polish without smudging
Hands are an important business card and having them in order and cared for can make you feel more at ease on several occasions.
But there is no nail art that holds if at the base there is not a good manicure and a well applied nail polish, without smudging. Especially in a period in which beauticians and nail technicians, due to various lockdowns, are forced to close very often, it can be useful learn the technique to apply the nail polish comfortably at home obtaining a perfect result.
So here are some super simple tips to have a nail polish applied like the beautician.
Take your time
The first tip to avoid smudging with the nail polish is to do not rush. It is in fact essential, for a precise manicure, to take all the time possible. Then place all the necessary tools on a clean work surface and proceed with the various steps. It is essential to have one good lightingso that any smudges can be noticed and corrected immediately.
Pay attention to the enamel
Particular attention must be given toage of the enamel. Old enamels, especially if open, can create lumps and filaments which do not allow an easy and precise drafting. The result will be nails with many imperfections and smudges. Precisely for this reason it is essential to use a good product that hasn’t been open for too long. To find out how long a nail polish can last after opening, just read the PAO, that is the number that indicates how many months after opening a cosmetic product is performing and safe.
Watch out for the cuticles
Enemies of the simple and precise application of the enamel are the cuticles. Precisely for this reason, with a wooden stick I have to be pushed towards the base of the nail, without being cut. In addition, to ensure that any burrs can be removed easily, it can be very useful grease the cuticles surrounding the nail with a greasy substance, such as olive oil or Vaseline.
