How to Have a Healthy Nail Polish to Manicure at Home

Finally, some winter beauty and skincare tips that make perfect sense. From fancy nail art to mineral beauty, here are some foolproof tips to make your new year’s beauty mantra a reality.

Tips on Healthy Nails

Protect your nails from UVA and UVB rays.

Seal your cuticles as they finish washing away.

Take care of your nails.

Apply a coat of translucent oil (a primer) to your nails to prevent chipping and breakage.

Try salicylic acid as a salve for bites and scratches, and hyaluronic acid as a top coat for more moisture.

Boost your love of nail art.

Don’t allow your nails to get dull.

Some of the more luxurious and time-saving nail art treatments are available, and the salons are good to walk into.

DIY Nail Art Ideas

Dab a spray glitter in the center of each nail. Layer on a full nail and add in spikes to make it look made to order.

Use a large nail gun to paint on your favorite bridal patterns.

For example, an assortment of natural flower designs.

Nail art can look really fun and creative.

Take it off at night with a nail brush.

Lace your nails into hoop-shaped bangles.

Dip your nail beds into milk and sand, and coat the nail with white paint to look like a snowman.

How about finger nails? You can find cute hats with vintage-style tips on Etsy.

Salon Secrets

Professional nail art professionals share how you can put the finishing touches on your own design for your nail art. Find manicure ideas on the Collab Society store, and read which tips you should consider before you go.

Salon Advice

Find out what’s best for your skin while in a salon. If you have oily skin, avoid going anywhere that’s too hot.

Most nail salon workers can show you their top tips to make sure you’re not burned by hot tongs.

It doesn’t hurt to try a new technique before going to a salon, especially if it’s not something you’re comfortable with on your own.

For more polish tips, head over to Collab Society.

About the author: Susanna Juffin is a makeup artist, beauty editor, lifestyle blogger, and op-ed contributor. She writes on beauty, fashion, and wellness for Marie Claire, Collegetown Media, Modern Luxury, Seventeen, Cosmopolitan, Remington, and OtherBeauty.com.