11 Genius Ways to Make Your Manicure Last Longer

Nail polish doesn't really stick to your skin — so when you go beyond the nail plate and apply some to your cuticle, you risk peeling off the polish (off the nail as well). No one's perfect, and this happens all the time — just be sure to clean it off right away with a nail cleaning brush dipped in acetone to avoid any potential peeling. Trying to keep your polish about a millimeter away from your cuticle can also help.

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