{"id":1134,"date":"2024-01-07T16:44:43","date_gmt":"2024-01-07T16:44:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/?p=1134"},"modified":"2024-01-07T16:54:36","modified_gmt":"2024-01-07T16:54:36","slug":"how-to-make-nail-polish-last-longer-in-the-bottle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vampy-varnish.com\/how-to-make-nail-polish-last-longer-in-the-bottle\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Nail Polish Last Longer In The Bottle"},"content":{"rendered":"
If you love painting your nails but hate when your favorite polishes go bad before you can use them up, you’re not alone. Nail polish turning thick and gloppy well before the bottle is empty is a common problem that leads to wasted product and money.<\/p>\n
The good news is there are several easy tricks you can use to extend the shelf life of your nail polishes and keep them smooth and usable for longer. If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer to your question: Store nail polish upside down in a cool, dark place and consider adding nail polish thinner or drops of acetone if polishes become too thick.<\/b><\/p>\n
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to get the most use out of every bottle of nail polish you own. Read on to learn pro tips for proper nail polish storage, how to revive thickened polishes, the ingredients that can shorten wear time, and much more.<\/p>\n
Storing nail polish bottles upside down helps prevent the color, shimmer or glitter particles from settling on the brush or along the sides and bottom of the bottle. Gravity pulls these particles down to the lid, ensuring they are mixed back into the polish each time you open the bottle.<\/p>\n
So for maximum wearability over the life of a nail polish, flipping those bottles upside down in storage is key.<\/p>\n
Exposure to light, heat and humidity can cause nail polish formulas to react, thicken and get gloopy or lumpy over time. For best results, nail experts recommend storing polishes in a cool, dark place like a closet or cupboard.<\/p>\n
Temperatures between 50-65\u00b0F are ideal for extending the wearable life of your lacquers.<\/p>\n
You’ll also want to avoid places with temperature fluctuations like near windows, vents or in the bathroom. Large swings in climate cause condensation inside polish bottles which ruins the formula.<\/p>\n
A nail polish’s worst enemy is air – it causes lacquers to oxidize, thicken and get sticky. Making sure each polish bottle has an airtight seal prevents oxygen from getting in and keeps the paint flowing smoothly for application.<\/p>\n
Look for bottles with secure, well-fitting caps. If you have older or well-loved polishes with loose lids, you can reinforce the seal with a layer of plastic wrap secured under the lid. This protects those beautiful colors for many more perfect manicures.<\/p>\n
Proper Storage Tips<\/b><\/td>\n | Benefits<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\nStore upside down<\/td>\n | Prevents settling and keeps color consistent<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Choose a cool, dark place<\/td>\n | Prevents formula degradation from light and temperature swings<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n | Ensure a tight seal<\/td>\n | Prevents oxygen exposure which thickens and dries out polish<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n | Follow these simple polishing storing rules, and you can keep those precious bottles of color, shimmer and shine intact for years<\/b>. Your perfect manicure depends on it! \ud83d\udc85<\/p>\n One of the best ways to revive thickened nail polish is by adding a bit of nail polish thinner into the bottle. Nail polish thinner contains solvents that help break down the polymers in nail polish that have cross-linked over time, causing it to thicken.<\/p>\n Start by adding just a few drops of thinner, then roll the bottle between your hands to mix it. Test the consistency by painting a bit on your nail. If it’s still too thick, add a few more drops of thinner until you achieve the desired consistency.<\/p>\n The great thing about nail polish thinner is that you don’t have to worry about it damaging or changing the color of your polish like other solvents can.<\/p>\n Try Drops of Acetone<\/h3>\nIf you don’t have nail polish thinner on hand, you can try using a small amount of 100% pure acetone instead. Acetone is found in most nail polish removers and can also break down the polymers that cause nail lacquer to thicken over time.<\/p>\n Be very careful with acetone though, as too much can break down the nail polish completely and alter the color. Start with just 1-2 drops per bottle, roll between hands to mix, and test the consistency. Add another drop or two if needed. The key is to use acetone sparingly to avoid ruining the polish.<\/p>\n Make sure the acetone you use is pure without additives, as additives can contaminate and discolor the polish.<\/p>\n Roll Bottle Between Hands to Mix<\/h3>\nWhether you add nail polish thinner or a few drops of acetone, make sure to roll the nail polish bottle between your palms after adding the reviving agent and before testing the consistency. This helps properly mix the ingredients and evenly distribute the thinner\/acetone throughout the polish.<\/p>\n Continue rolling for 30 seconds or so until the polish feels smooth when you gently shake the bottle. Mixing it well prevents you from adding too much thinner or acetone. Proper mixing helps gauge how much you really need to add to return the nail lacquer to its original flowing consistency.<\/p>\n Just be careful when rolling the bottle not to shake it too vigorously, as this can cause bubbles.<\/p>\n Ingredients That Shorten Wear Time<\/h2>\n |