How to put nail polish on your own (nail polish that will last for a week!)

When I was working as a Flight Attendant, we were required to put on nail polish whenever we report to work. The only colors that they allow are beige, red and french tip.

Since it would be quite expensive if I would go the salon every week to have a manicure, I was forced to learn how to put nail polish on my own. 

Buy a nail polish that has a good quality. I suggest to buy your nail polish from The Faceshop. Aside from the fact that it is affordable (Php 95.00 per bottle), when applied it dries easily too. Once you remove the nail polish, it doesn't make your nails dry and yellow. There are also a lot of colors to choose from! ;)

If your using an old bottle of nail polish, and it seems that the consistency is quite thick already, just put a little nail polish solvent in the bottle of the nail polish that your using. This makes the consistency thin, for better application. 

Step 1: Clean your nails. Put cuticle remover on your nails to soften it. Use a nail pusher to even out the cuticles. Remove all the cuticles from side to side using a nipper. Cut your nails to your desired length using a nail cutter. I suggest to cut your nails in a square shape. Make the edges of your nails even using an emery board.  

Cuticle Remover

Nail Pusher

Emery Boards

Step 2: Shake the bottle of the nail polish before application.

Step 3: For right handed people, put nail polish on your left fingernails first and vice versa. Apply the nail polish of your choice in 3 strokes from left to right, starting from top of the cuticle down to the end of your nail.

Tip: While putting on nail polish, make sure to avoid any direct contact with the electric fan or aircon. This creates bubbles or uneven texture to the nail polish.

Step 4: Apply the 2^nd coat of nail polish. Same direction as stated in Step 3.

 

 

Step 5: Apply one thick coat of clear nail polish. This is the ultimate secret to make your nail polish last for a week!

Tip: For clear nail polish, do not shake the bottle before application. This creates bubbles, which makes the application of the nail polish uneven.

Step 6: Let your nail polish dry for about two hours.

Voila!

   

Color Club Professional Nail Lacquer in Fuschia Pink

given by Ann Halili

The Faceshop Nail Polish in Violet (two toned: violet and blue) PP401

given by AC Ebite 

The Faceshop Nail Polish in Red RD301

AFTER 1 WEEK:

Remove the old nail polish using a nail polish remover. I suggest that you buy the nail polish remover from The Faceshop (Php 95.00 per bottle). It's gentle to your nails, and it smells good too! (smells like strawberries)

Tip: Use nail polish every other week to avoid making your nails brittle and yellow. You may also use a slice of lemon to remove the yellow stains on your nails.