Simple Hacks to Fix Common Nail Polish Problems

Fixing Your Thick Nail Paint

If the polish is fairly new and it’s too thick, add a few drops of nail polish thinner to the bottle. But, if the polish is old, this is likely a sign that it needs to be thrown out.

Removing The Glitters

If the polish is fairly new and it’s too thick, add a few drops of nail polish thinner to the bottle. But, if the polish is old, this is likely a sign that it needs to be thrown out.

Glitters Continued

Then, take a square of tin foil and wrap around the nail to seal in the cotton ball. Let the cotton ball sit for about 5 minutes, then remove. Glitter polish will lift off immediately.

Nail Polish That Doesn't Dry Up

Waiting for your nail paints to dry is frustrating, especially when you are running late.

Fixing It

To save time, put your hands in an ice water bowl which will dry off your nail polish in seconds.

Ridges

If you’ve got ridges in your nails, apply a ridge filler as a base coat to even things out and give the polish a smooth application and a good foundation.

Removing Gel Nail Polish

Similar to removing glitter nail polish, use the same tin foil and cotton ball trick as above, but instead of nail polish remover use pure acetone.