Stickey Base Coat

First of all, I’m not the best at painting my own nails so please don’t be too harsh. 😄😓 I usually get my nails done and go for a gel mani. I lived a really fast-paced life style and was always on the go pre-covid. But now I am able to work from home and slow down a bit. Also nail salons are closed so I have to paint my own nails. I don’t like to do gel nail polishes that have to be cured under the light...not to do myself at least. I tried doing it myself and my nails end up being damaged plus it’s hard to remove so I gravitate towards gel polishes that can be applied like regular polish. I really enjoy Essie’s gel couture, but that doesn’t have as many color options so I go for CND. Sally Hansen’s gel system is great too, but I’d say Essie and CND are my go-tos. This is a 2 step system. You don’t need a base coat, but I honestly prefer a base coat. I use a strengthening base and then CND’s base coat. I find it lasts longer. However, it is optional. CND - Stickey Base Coat Nail Tek - Moisturizing Strengthener 2 This one is in the shade “Hypnotic Dreams”. It is a chameleon shade so it shifts from green to purple depending on the light. This one is perfect for fall in my opinion. This one applied sheer, but buildable. I am wearing 3 coats. It was easy to apply and the brush was on the smaller side so it isn’t too messy. I used the CND top coat as well and it dries in 8 minutes. The top coat dries shiny and has a satin finish. This can be purchased at Walgreens, Target and Walmart. CND - Gel-Like Effect Long Wear Top Coat CND - Vinylux Long Wear Polish What’s your favorite gel polishes? Francesca 💋

CND - Stickey Base Coat Ok this is BY FAR the best base coat nail polish I have ever used. This polish can be found on Amazon it Ulta and it’s only $8.50. I start with clean hands, and I make sure I wash off any moisturizer or oils that may be on my hands before painting my nails. Then I apply a thin even coat all over the nail. And after that I use the polish of my choice over top. I work in a hospital, I wash my hands all day everyday. This base coat will make sure your polish lasts and lasts without chipping. I can usually get a good 5-7 days out of a manicure without major chips, and to me that’s huge! I recommend this to everyone who asks me anything about nail polish 🤣