Naked Nails

Lately we find ourselves changing polish colors as often as we rotate our favorite purses and totes. Nail-art and the variety of nail colors and finishes available now have really made it easy to add an inexpensive, quick, and totally stress-free treat to our beauty routines.

Pretty nails make us smile, and we’ve even been known to match our tint to our Toesox. J

Though there is a downside to manicure after pedicure after manicure. . . .

Ever noticed a yellow-y stain on the base of your nails after removing color? Leaving polish on your nails for a long period of time can leave your nail beds gasping for air. But how can you leave nails naked if they’re stained sans color? Don’t worry. We’ve got a secret to keep your piggy toes and fingers looking as beautiful au natural as they are with hot pink and sparkly lacquer.

Secret for stain-free nails?

Start with a base coat. Always! This will protect your nails before adding dark colors, and will help keep polish on longer.

If stains remain, even with a base coat, try mixing up this home remedy to banish them for good.

Mix:

1 Tablespoon Baking Soda

1 Teaspoon Olive Oil

A Squeeze of Lemon Juice

Rub mixture onto nails.

Let sit for 5-7 minutes 

and you’re back to your naturally nude nails.

 

Sometimes it’s nice to skip a few days in between color, especially if you can avoid the stains. And after you clean them up, well, you’ll be ready to pick a new color for your next mani/pedi.