How to Make Your Manicure Last Longer

A manicure should typically last for at least one week before you need another one. Here are some ways to help your manicure look good for the longest time possible.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. First you should start off with a manicure, professional or at-home home manicure. It should consist of a basecoat, two coats of nail polish and a topcoat.

2. When applying the nail polish, make sure the coats are not too thick. This will prevent chipping.

3. Water tends to destroy manicures after a while so when you are washing dishes or cleaning the house, remember to always wear rubber gloves. Keep a pair near the sink in the kitchen and one in the bathroom under the sink.

4. Halfway through the week, apply an additional coat of clear polish to maintain the manicure and help keep it looking brand new.

5. If chips begin to arise, fill them in with the matching polish then swipe the polish over the entire nail.

Tips & Warnings

• Rounded nails chip less since there are no square edges
• Choose lighter colors so chips are less noticeable