10 Long-Lasting Nail Care Tips for a Perfect Manicure

4. Top Coat Technology and Application

Manicure lifetime depends on proper top coat application technique, which acts as the protective layer preserving your colour and guarantees long-lasting shine. Though not all top coats are made equal, pick a quick-drying top coat with UV protection to stop colour fading and yellowing. While some are developed for great shine, others give durability and chip resistance first priority. Apply your top coat while the colour polish is still somewhat tacky to strengthen the bond between layers and enable their combined curing as one unit.

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Apply the same wrapping method as for the base coat to secure the free edge of the nail so stopping water from seeping under the lacquer. Apply a fresh coating of top coat every two to three days to restore the shine and guard against wear for best longevity. Apply top coat liberally since this forms a stronger protective layer shielding your manicure from daily wear and tear. For maximum wear, especially on the dominant hand where nails endure more stress, professional nail technicians usually advise applying two layers of top coat. While the second layer offers further gloss and protection, the first should concentrate on colour coat sealing. Particularly pay close attention to any nail art or embellishments; make sure the top coat fully captures them to stop lifting or loss. Even with regular polish applications, think about adding a gel-effect top coat for extra durability and gloss.