Nails are tricky. Even the most patient of us can find ourselves resenting the blades of time spent pitting up those little ol’ talons. But if you care at all about them — and if you care about getting your hair, lips, and nails looking just as they did in your 20s and 30s — the problem might be different. Whether it’s from stress or just years of wear and tear, even the most well-tended mani can sag and lose shine.
The easiest way to cure a hardened nails is to apply a setting spray or polish: whether it’s a French manicure or just a touch of UV protection, the coating will keep the color true, while the added shine will only last for so long, before a duller shade takes over, replaced by the new one that’s blended into your existing paint. For the girl who wants everything, I’ve found the perfect fix: a nail-bonding paste called 2Spice Nail Molding ($1.99).
In case you need a reminder, here’s what nail bonding is all about. This serum-style mixture is made with some vegan ingredients and great for low-level allergy sufferers, too. To make sure your nails are covered in long-lasting formula, dab your nail with some cold water and then apply 2Spice while the nail is dry. That way, your nail will become opaque and thick, which will keep the polish’s a luxurious-looking pastel shade in place longer.
On top of that, it’s much easier to apply with the 3-Piece Nail Plasters ($2.99), which are small- and medium-sized strips of prepackaged adhesive. Take the slice or stick and lay the sealant and its 2-Liter base layer onto the nail. The paste will hold the nail in place while allowing it to breathe, and without resorting to an inordinate amount of effort to spackle it all in.
When I use it, you’ll wonder how anyone else gets this busy, super-populated, pastel manicure on a dime.
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