Community Topic of the Month: Creating a Picture Perfect Manicure

2. Wrap it up! Tools like Cuticle Tape or Mani Mask  are amazing at protecting the cuticle area from those pesky polish stains. Why spend hours trying to clean up when this does 70% of the work?

3. When in doubt, dab it out. During photoshoots we don’t usually have the luxury to wait hours for our base polish to dry so our nail stylist usually applies polish with a makeup sponge wedge to get thin opaque layers without having to wait. As a bonus, the thin layers make the clean up process much easier!

4. Keep a brush nearby for those just in case moments. Using a little acetone or polish remover with brushes like the French Flat Tip or the Angled Precision Brush can help get into those difficult to reach places. A pro trick to get a super clean look is to dab the brush bristles in acetone then lightly dab it onto a paper towel. This will remove the excess liquid so it doesn’t flood the cuticle area and cause more staining. Make sure to clean the brush on a paper towel between each use. Using a dirty brush will end up placing polish in areas you’re trying to clean.

We hope these helpful tips and tricks will make your next mani spectacular!  Got any tips or tricks of your own? Head over to the Maniology Community to share your ideas and meet other creative nail art lovers just like you.