5 Tricks to Make Your Manipedi Last Longer (Even in Summer)

We love nothing more than getting our nails done and having them look perfect day after day, right?

Well, if you want your manicure to last longer despite the summer heat, the chlorine in the pool, and the salt in the ocean waves, here are 5 simple and very practical tricks to achieve it.

Take good note because you're going to like this.

Tips for a longer-lasting manicure in summer:

1- HYDRATE YOURSELF

It's common knowledge that hydration is a basic part of life, especially in the summer, when the body loses more fluids and needs to replenish them. Therefore, it's very important that, in addition to drinking your two liters of water a day, you also pamper your skin with extra hydration. Use your favorite cream after bathing for a relaxing massage, and don't forget your hands!

Although we don't realize it until it's too late, our hands show signs of aging through wrinkles and spots, so it's very important to moisturize them. This way, your cuticles will also be more hydrated, which will make your manicure look perfect and prevent the edges from peeling easily.

2- PROTECT YOURSELF FROM THE SUN

Yes, you heard right. Your hands and nails also need sun protection, and they're often forgotten. So, use that little cream we mentioned earlier, one that contains sunscreen. Your hands will thank you, and your nails will be better protected from the sun's damage.

3- The KARATE KIT COUNCIL

Remember the famous phrase "wax on, wax off" from one of the most iconic movies in history? Well, we're going to skip step one here, but never forget to buff your nails with a buffer. You'll smooth the base of your nails, making them smoother and more even. Not only that, your polish will adhere much better and therefore last longer.

4- YOUR BASE IS WORTH X 2

One of the most important steps to make your manicure last longer in summer is to use a protective base coat. Our base coat protects your nail while nourishing it, and during these intensely hot times, we recommend applying not just one coat, but two. This will prevent the sun's rays from directly penetrating the nail, preventing the polish from fading as quickly and causing that dreaded yellowing. So remember, your base coat is worth two coats.

5- THE TOP STEP

That's right, we finish, as expected, with the application of Top Coat, the star product that will undoubtedly make your manicure last longer and stay shiny. In fact, we recommend two applications a week to avoid that dull tone that the polish can acquire after long days at the beach or pool. So if you're a Little Mermaid too, it's much better to reapply Top Coat and you'll see how your polish will last in perfect condition much longer. You can do this just before going out in the sun.