The holiday season has arrived, which means queues are forming in beauty salons. Everyone wants to look beautiful and, of course, to make a manicure that will last for a long time.

In this article we have prepared the top 5 tips for prolonging the freshness of a manicure with gel-lacquer. After all, during the holiday season, such a manicure is especially in demand: no one wants to look for a new master in an unfamiliar place, if suddenly the varnish is erased, as it happens with traditional coating.
Our tips are nothing supernatural - you may already be familiar with them. But the question is different: do you follow them? Strange as it may seem, even some manicurists don't always follow these rules, let alone clients.

So we suggest you re-read these recommendations again and make them part of your ritual. If you follow these recommendations, your manicure will stay fresh much longer - you can be sure of that! 

After a manicure, the first few hours are of particular importance. It is recommended to avoid contact with water, especially hot water, for 2-3 hours. It is during this period that the gel varnish finally dries, which significantly increases its durability. 

Do not try to file your nails yourself - it can damage your manicure. When filing, you can damage the sealed edge, which can cause your manicure to deteriorate quickly. Also, do not use your nails as tools to open jars or perform other similar tasks - the consequences will be equally unpleasant.

Household chemicals are very effective, but they can also cause significant damage. That's why it's important to wear gloves when doing household chores - they'll provide excellent protection and help keep your nails healthy by preventing damage to them. 

Getting into the habit of moisturising your cuticles regularly with special oils and creams will help keep your nails healthy. Don't forget about hand cream, either. For the best effect, apply it overnight and wear cotton gloves - you'll be pleasantly surprised by the results in the morning. It is also important to remember that sudden temperature changes and cold winds have an equally negative effect on the skin of your hands, as well as on the health of your nails and manicure. Therefore, it is recommended to wear gloves to protect your hands and nails from unfavourable factors. 

 

If the coating is damaged, whether on one or more nails, don't worry - just book a repair appointment at the salon! Usually, if you go to your master, this service will be free of charge. This way, you can keep your manicure looking perfect without spending time and money on a complete redo.

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