Manicure Must Have

I discovered this product while reading an article in Allure magazine, on the one product that a top manicurist (I can't remember her name, sorry) cannot live without.  It is the Dermelect Nail Cleanse Prep (Link!).  It cleanses the nail of any oils or residual product from your manicure, ensures the adherence of the nail polish or any nail treatments that you apply, and most important....extends the life of your manicure!  

I can honestly say that this product is an absolute game changer!  In my last At Home Manicure post (Link!) I used Chip Skip by OPI to prep my nails, but this works so much better.  It's non-drying, has Vitamin C, and restores the pH balance in your nails. On the website it says to think of this product as a "toner for fingernails". What a great way to describe this product - it's actually a really good treatment for the nails!

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My manicure has lasted a full 6 days without a chip in sight.  My friends....that is remarkable for an at home manicure!  I also find that my nails look and feel healthier and stronger.  I will never be without this product!  Thank you Allure! 

                                                                   XOXO,

                                                               Raven