Nail Polish Tips

How Do I Apply Nail Polish Better?

Written by Tara

When applying nail polish, start in the middle of your nail and the move on to the other sides. You should only need three strokes. Always start from the cuticle and work towards the tip. Make sure the nail polish is dry before applying a top coat.

7 Tips to Apply Nail Polish Like a Pro

  1. FILE AND BUFF YOUR NAILS.
  2. USE A FINE TIP BRUSH TO CREATE A DEFINED OUTLINE AROUND YOUR NAIL CUTICLES.
  3. APPLY THE NAIL POLISH PERFECTLY AND WITH CARE.
  4. ROTATE YOUR DOMINANT HAND TO APPLY NAIL POLISH.
  5. ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE DRYING TIME.

Generally How do you apply nail polish without messing up? You just need one little thing for a mess-free mani. Luckily, there’s a foolproof way to avoid that.

  1. Apply Vaseline. Take a baby Q-tip and rub it around your surrounding skin and cuticles before you apply polish, says Alexaundra McCormick of Honey Artists.
  2. Paint on your polish.
  3. Wipe off any excess.

Here You Can Watch The Video HOW TO APPLY NAIL POLISH / HOW TO PAINT YOUR NAILS


Similarly, Paint Your Nails Perfectly!

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

How long should nail polish dry between coats?

two minutes 2 minutes. Yup, 2 full minutes between the base coat and the color, two minutes between color coats, and then two minutes before the top coat goes on. She says that’s all you need to wait in between to get a dry enough surface to get the next layer to adhere.

How many top coats of nail polish should I apply?

You should always apply one coat of base coat, two coats of polish, and two coats of top coat for an optimal manicure. The key to a salon-like mani is covering your nail in three strokes – any more tends to result in streaky, clumpy nails.

What to put on cuticles when painting nails?

Get clean cuticles with Vaseline. Before you start painting, line your cuticles with a Q-tip dipped in Vaseline to prevent polish from sticking, as beauty guru Michelle Phan demonstrates on her blog. The Vaseline creates a barrier between your nail and skin so you can wipe away mistakes when you’re finished.

Why does my nail polish peel off so easily?

Nail Polish Has Been Applied Too Thick When nail polish is applied too thickly, especially gel nail polish, it starts to peel quickly. When applying nail polish, it is almost always necessary to apply several coats. If the coats that you apply with gel nail polish are too thick, it does not cure and bond correctly.

How many coats of nail polish is too much?

Jin Soon, a NYC-based manicurist, recommends up to three coats of nail polish for full color coverage and a smooth, finished look. If you apply more than three coats in one sitting, the application will be prone to clumping off in one piece, almost like a shell she says.

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Tara

I am Tara, and I am addicted to nail polishes and other beauty related things!:) Join me on my ride to paradise!