Matte Mani With Helpful Tips For Your Fingertips

No matter how many nail colors I have, it's always nice to do something new with my nails. One easy way to make even a favorite nail color look completely different is by using a matte topcoat. But first, I've been meaning to include some tips I've learned when it comes to doing my nails. Some might common knowledge, but just in case they're not ;)

Helpful Tips:

*If you break a nail but it hasn't fallen all the way off, superglue it back together.
*If you have short nailbeds or a broken nail (or two) don't polish all the way to each side. As long as the edges are smooth, the nail appears narrower and thus, longer!
*Choose a light color or a nude if you break a nail so it won't stand out as much.
*Keep nail clippers with you at all times.
*If you can't get your polish smooth no matter how many coats you apply there are two likely possibilities: either there is not enough polish on the brush, or the room is too warm. If it's too hot the polish becomes thick and clumpy.
*The top coat is a vital part of a manicure.
*Avoid alcohol and lotion on your nails to prolong the life of your manicure.
*Acetone nail polish remover works best.
*If there are creases or clumps in the polish, you may be able to smooth them out by applying a thick top coat and brushing off the excess to smooth it.

Matte Mani:

Rimmel London: English Rose #240

Two coats of polish. 

Difference after applying one coat of matte topcoat

This is what matte polish looks like- many brands sell it. This was from Hot Topic

Finished look. Subtle and pretty.

A matte manicure looks especially neat with very dark red or even a matte black, giving a real vampy feel. This was the first time I used the matte topcoat with a lighter color. 

Thanks for reading. Happy polishing XoxO