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It’s summertime, and that means more fun in the sun, no tan lines, and plenty of tasty BBQ grilling! But the weather also means it’s time to get your nails cleaned up, and while there are many ways to give your nails color, or pick up a brand new manicure, you can get them to grow longer by taking a few more steps to prep them.

1. Don’t Dye Your Nails Dark

We know you want them to be longer, but make sure you don’t want them too dark. Also, the next time you decide to try bleach, make sure to shampoo it off after. Seriously! No matter how good you think your nails will be, they’ll look even better the next day with clean hands.

2. Tone Down Your Manicure

If you don’t have a great manicure, you’ll notice long nails immediately. When you’re preparing for a manicure, don’t overdo it — just slap on a bit of very subtle polish, and then let it dry while you do some other things. Otherwise you’ll end up looking like a cheap nail polish for sale at your local drugstore.

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3. Wear Electric Looking Shades

When you’re inspired to go all-out with nail polish, opt for a bright shade and a great color and classic glitter! Something we’ve been experimenting with more and more, is going for all-black in a gel or acrylic polish. It’s super-quick and effortless, and it will instantly get your nails to look big and healthy.

4. Go for a Colorful Manicure

Those expensive nail polishes? Now try applying that same polish to nail clippers. It’s faster, more fun, and a little extra.

5. Use a Molding Foam for Longer Nails

Need some extra support to make your nails go on longer? The trick is to use a molding foam. Because the nail is kept straight with a slight bend, your nails can still grow at normal length. The less pressure and stretching, the better! It’s the key to a longer, healthy, bright, manicure.

6. Clean Your Nails Long Before Any Makeup:

You know how getting your nails dirty and taking them out before makeup is exhausting? Well, you need to make your daily scrubbing worth it. Pop them in cold water to get rid of your old and unwanted polish. Long term, this can help your nails to have more natural patina and a more refined look.

7. Check Your Metals

Nails tend to have plenty of nickel and silver; most of these metals will chip or fade fairly easily, so it’s important to always be on the lookout for their wear. If your nails are shiny, they’re probably nickel, if they’re dull, they’re likely silver. Be wary of your weight as well; a lot of the heavy metals that are now scarce come in silver, so to avoid any damage, look out for heavier metals.

8. Skip a Weekly Spa Visit

Nail salons are making a lot of money on pedicures, and why not? The same service can cost you two times what you might get at a nail salon! Skip the nail-polish salon, and go to a local spa with a healthy massage menu. You can spend less, while getting a healthy massage to boot.

9. Use Drinks and Soda as Part of Your Nail Polishing:

One of the best ways to prep your nails is to mix soda and water. One teaspoon of sugar mixed in with three bottles of water is all you need to give your nails shine, shine, shine!

10. See Your Manicurist Once a Month

If you’re spending hours each week in front of the mirror, all your time (and your nails) is at risk, right? See your nail specialist once a month to really get your nails in tip-top shape. You’ll save time and money by always coming back, and because you’ll constantly be seeing them, you’ll look even better.