Tips & Tricks

 Here are some tips to help keep your nails looking fabulous during these cold months:

• Use a cuticle oil 2x a day.  There is less moisture in the air during these cold, dry months.  Also use a humidifier to keep your home’s air moist.
• Drink plenty of water!
• Try not to have bare nails for prolonged periods of time.  Polished nails tend to crack less & be more prepared for the winter weather.
• Wear gloves when outside to keep your nails protected.
• Eating well can also improve overall nail health: nuts, avocados & dark leafy greens all have essential nutrients for nails.
• Avoid alcohol-based hand sanitizers if you can.  If you can’t, be sure to moisturize your hands & cuticles after use.

If you live in an extreme heat or cold climate, make sure your strips come to room temperature before applying.  

Strips too hot = they may be gummy

Strips too cold = they may be rigid

Color Street nail strips are 100% nail polish.  Once they are exposed to air, they will begin to dry out. 

• Push cuticles back with a wooden cuticle pusher (I keep one in the shower and push them back when they are wet and pliable).  I don't recommend a metal pusher - it can damage your nails (I am speaking from experience here).
• Wipe nails with the alcohol prep pad to remove and oils or lotions.
• File nails in a shape that matches your cuticles

For a perfect fit, the strips can be stretched gently.

Start applying at your pinky and work towards your thumb.

This gives the strips time to adhere to your nail.  I like to do mine right before bed so they have ample time to cure overnight (and trust me, you will appreciate not having sheet marks in your wet polish!)

Double them!  I always double my strips and get around 14 days out of each manicure.  Or you an apply Color Street's Clear as Day as a top coat.

• Wear gloves when washing dishes or cleaning to protect your nails from excessive water and the harsh chemicals that are in some cleaners.
• Nails are not tools!
• File nails in a shape that mirrors your cuticles, making them less likely to break.
• Apply cuticle oil daily to restore moisture.
• Don't pick off your mani!  You're actually removing a layer of nail!