Between dips in the pool, hot sand, and sunshine, your nails take a beating in summer. But sacrificing your manicure? No way!
Here are the essential tips to keep your nails shiny, neat, and protected — even after a swim. 💦
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How To Protect Your Manicure At The Pool Or Beach This Summer
1. Apply A Strengthening Base Coat
Choose a long-wear base that helps color adhere properly and prevents lifting — even after several swims.
STRENGHTHENING BASE COAT
Discover our strengthening Base Coat, an innovative formula designed to reinforce and protect natural nails. Ideal for weak or damaged nails, this base coat creates a long-lasting protective layer while improving gel polish adhesion. Easy to apply, it cures quickly under UV/LED light, preparing...
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2. Double Top Coat = Double Protection
Pro tip: apply two thin coats of top coat (glossy or gel-effect) to boost shine, durability, and protect against sand scratches.
GLOW IN THE DARK TOP COAT
The Glow in the Dark polish is the perfect top coat for your parties. At first glance, it looks like a classic transparent finish, but in the dark or under black light, it transforms and shines with an eerie fluorescent glow. This transparent phosphorescent...
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SHINY TOP COAT
Achieve a stunning finish with this brilliant top coat, designed to add a radiant shine and protect your nails from scratches and wear. Its long-lasting formula seals your color while enhancing its brilliance for a professional look. Compatible with both gel polish and regular...
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ULTIMATE MATTE TOP COAT
Achieve an elegant and sophisticated finish with our Ultimate Matte Top Coat. Designed to transform the shine of your gel polish into a velvety matte finish, this top coat ensures long-lasting wear and optimal protection against scratches and wear. Perfect for a modern, trendy...
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STAR WARS TOP COAT
Take your manicure to a galactic level with the Star Wars Top Coat. Filled with holographic micro-glitter, this top coat creates a breathtaking effect, reminiscent of a starry sky. Perfect for enhancing any gel polish color or adding a luminous touch to natural nails....
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CONFETTI TOP COAT
Turn your nails into a celebration with the Confetti Top Coat! Filled with colorful particles, this top coat adds a playful and unique touch to your manicure. Whether on a light or dark base, it enhances your nails with an irresistible confetti effect. Its long-lasting...
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MASTER SPARKLE TOP COAT
Add a touch of magic to your nails with the Master Sparkle Top Coat. Infused with holographic glitter, it transforms any color into a dazzling, luminous manicure. This top coat protects your gel polish while offering a glossy and long-lasting finish. Perfect for customizing...
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FLOWER GLITTER TOP COAT
Add a floral and festive touch to your nails with the Flower Glitter Top Coat. Infused with golden glitter and floral patterns, this top coat transforms any manicure into a blooming masterpiece. Apply it over a light base for a delicate effect or over...
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FESTIVE STAR TOP COAT
Bring a magical touch to your nails with the Festive Star Top Coat. Infused with glitter and starry designs, this top coat is perfect for turning your manicure into a holiday masterpiece. Versatile, it can be applied over any gel polish color for a...
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3. Protect Your Hands From The Sun Like Your Face
Don’t forget to apply SPF hand cream before going out — and reapply after every swim.
4. Cuticle Oil: Your Travel-Sized Hero
After every swim, apply a drop to hydrate and maintain soft, healthy cuticles.
LEMON CUTICLE OIL
Our Lemon Cuticle Oil is a refreshing blend designed to hydrate, nourish, and repair your cuticles and nails. Made with high-quality, natural ingredients, this oil offers a zesty lemon scent that invigorates your nail care routine. Free from synthetic additives, it provides intense hydration...
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ROSE CUTICLE OIL PEN
Revitalize your nails with our Rose Cuticle Oil Pen, enriched with nourishing ingredients for healthy cuticles. Its pen applicator allows for precise application, ensuring your cuticles stay moisturized and protected. Ideal for daily use, it promotes stronger nails while leaving a pleasant rose scent....
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APPLE CUTICLE OIL
Apple Cuticle Oil is specially formulated to hydrate, nourish, and repair your cuticles and nails. Its lightweight, ultra-penetrating texture protects, strengthens, and revitalizes even dry, brittle, and cracked nails. Enriched with cold-pressed natural oils and high-quality vitamins, it provides intense hydration while leaving a...
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PEACH CUTICLE OIL
Peach Cuticle Oil is specially formulated to hydrate, nourish, and repair your cuticles and nails. Its lightweight, ultra-penetrating texture protects, strengthens, and revitalizes even dry, brittle, and cracked nails. Enriched with cold-pressed natural oils and high-quality vitamins, it provides intense hydration while leaving a...
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ROSE CUTICLE OIL PEN
Revitalize your nails with our Rose Cuticle Oil Pen, enriched with nourishing ingredients for healthy cuticles. Its pen applicator allows for precise application, ensuring your cuticles stay moisturized and protected. Ideal for daily use, it promotes stronger nails while leaving a pleasant rose scent....
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PEACH-SCENTED CUTICLE OIL PEN
Care for your nails with our Peach-Scented Cuticle Oil Pen. Designed to deeply nourish and hydrate, this convenient pen provides quick and precise application, leaving your cuticles soft and radiant. Perfect for daily care, its fresh peach scent makes each use delightful, whether at...
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ORANGE CUTICLE OIL PEN
Revitalize your nails with our Orange Cuticle Oil Pen, enriched with nourishing ingredients for healthy cuticles. Its pen applicator allows for precise application, ensuring your cuticles stay moisturized and protected. Ideal for daily use, it promotes stronger nails while leaving a pleasant orange scent....
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LAVENDER CUTICLE OIL PEN
Revitalize your nails with our Lavender Cuticle Oil Pen, enriched with nourishing ingredients for healthy cuticles. Its pen applicator allows for precise application, ensuring your cuticles stay moisturized and protected. Ideal for daily use, it promotes stronger nails while leaving a pleasant lavender scent....
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5. Bonus: Emergency Nail Tips For Vacation
- Avoid soaking your hands in hot water right after application. Wait at least 2 hours after curing for optimal hold.
- Rinse with fresh water after swimming in the sea or pool. It helps remove salt and chlorine that damage your manicure.
- Pack a mini nail rescue kit with a top coat, mini file, and a few cotton pads. Perfect for quick touch-ups on the go!
Quick Recap: The Ultimate Summer Nail Kit
- Long-lasting base coat
- Glossy, durable top coat
- Cuticle oil pen or roll-on
- Hand sunscreen
- Cleansing wipes & soft nail file
Ready For Waterproof Nails?
By following these easy steps, your manicure will stay flawless all summer long — at the beach, in the water, and poolside — with no touch-ups needed!
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