To fix mistakes, use a cotton swab and dip it into some nail polish remover and carefully wipe off from the skin. Last, apply your clear polish/top coat, and allow to dry for at least 20 minutes.

Your method of polish application matters, too. “Make sure to apply thin coats of nail polish in each application,” says Lin. “Thicker layers take longer to dry and are more prone to smudging.

Nail Polish; You've Been Applying Glitter Polish All Wrong. By Sarah Siegel. Updated on Nov 20, 2016 at 10:00 PM. Glitter polish gives off the sparkle beauty junkies love, but is a pain to apply.

What You Need To Apply Nail Polish Strips & Stickers. Applying these self-adhesive nail strips or stickers is usually a beginner-friendly process, but having the right tools is still essential.

1. Apply Polish in Thin Layers. Applying thin layers is one of the easiest ways to dry nail polish faster. Mesa says when applying nail polish (lacquer), it’s best to work with thin layers to ...

“A wet or oily nail plate can prevent the nail polish from adhering to the nail plate, which can cause chipping. Also, skip applying lotions and oils until the nails have completely dried.” 9.