How to Prevent Nail Polish From Stinking Up the House

When you want your nails to look gorgeous, it’s natural to be tempted to peel away — but let’s be real, doing that will only make your nails look a lot worse. Plus, sanding and buffing the nails will strip and scratch your polish — not to mention the impact it can have on your wrists and fingers.

The best way to avoid these imperfections and protect your manicure and polish is by always wearing proper gel polish and a gel manicure roller or a good pair of Manicure lines or Carex. Here’s what to know about these options and how they help keep your polish fresh.

Gel Nails Don’t Stink Up the House

Whether your nails are wet or dry, sticking with your gel polish can make sure you keep your manicure looking great for many months. And keep in mind, neither your shine nor cleaning time will be affected. In fact, for many polish applications, adding a touch of moisture and wax enhances the quality of your polish.

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On the other hand, avoiding an instant gel manicure means getting a manicure that lasts for several weeks or longer. So instead of getting a quick fix in the shape of gel, go with a gel manicure roller to help make sure your nails are easily buffed and gently polished with a flick of your fingers while maintaining the perfect manicure.

Gel Nails Are Easier on Your Hands

Going from nail polish to gel polish can change your grip on the nail, and the drying time and care required to care for gel nails can also be less than if you had stuck with your usual polish. However, gel nails can also lead to discoloration and uneven polishing, which can also impact your hands. So, to avoid this, use your nail file to buff away excess polish, then polish and polish again to smooth away any irregularities.

Be Sure Your Water Is Cold

Gel polish helps keep your nails looking healthy and soft, but it can also lead to problems if it’s on a day when you’re at the beach or out and about in the sun. So, be sure to keep water around at the pool or the beach (or in your car) if you have a manicure that may want to dry within a few hours. And remember, if you’re using gel nail polish that you buy from a store, your manicure roller is likely likely to also stay cold which may increase the drying time on your hands, so only use your manicure roller during these times.