3. Two is the magic number.
You can never go wrong with two coats. It’s just the perfect number. One coat is likely too thin, and three is going to be to thick and make your drying time ridiculous. The key is thin, lump-free layers.
4. Avoid certain ingredients.
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP), toluene, formaldehyde, formaldehyde resin, and camaphor are the ingredients you need to be on the look out for. Not only are they harmful to your health, they damage your nails.
5. In a pinch, go metallic.
If you’re in a rush, try a single coat of your best metallic polish. These colors go on opaque with one layer and look great with just about every look. This will give you a quick drying time while adding a pop of color to your hands.
Top(coat) Secret: 5 Pro Manicure Tips was originally published on blackdoctor.org
