To date, one of the most pressing issues for beauticians is the shelf life of nail polishes. Like any other cosmetics, such products must be stored correctly, taking into account a certain temperature regime. Further, in more detail we will get acquainted with all the nuances regarding this topic, learn the advice of experts and consider the basic periods of storage of nail polishes.
Storage Recommendations
Consider the basic recommendations which will significantly extend the life of nail polishes.
- They should always be stored at optimum temperature. It should not be too hot, the freezer is also not suitable, but a cool dark place is just right.
- Storage near any heat sources is absolutely not suitable.
- It is also forbidden to store varnishes in the place where UV rays directly fall. Sunlight contributes to the burning of colored pigment in the product.
- It is undesirable to store nail polishes in the bathroom, because there is high humidity.
- It is very important to keep this kind of means only in an upright position so that they do not flow under the cover.
- Lucky can not be stored in the refrigerator, although some sources give some recommendations about it. The fact is that in the refrigerator in lacquers the amount of solvent decreases, and this leads to excessive thickening of the product.
Proper storage of lacquers will not only significantly save on their constant purchase, but also help to preserve their original composition.
Correct places
So that the varnishes will serve the time allotted to them and it was comfortable to use them, for their storage is best to pick the right places.
- Ready stand for nail products. Such racks are popular not only in beauty salons, but also at home. They are compact, the varnishes in them stand vertically and with such storage it is very convenient to find the desired shade.
- Installing a small rack inside the cabinet. This option is particularly suitable for those who have large collections of varnishes. Shelves very well isolate products from direct sunlight, and therefore meet all storage requirements.
- The box, which also fits a lot of products for nail design. The boxes are very compact and easy to carry.
At home, varnishes are often stored in large glass jars, which not only perform the function of storage, but also look good in the interior. Alternatively, you can use an empty plastic candy can.
Perfectly suited and glass cases that look very aesthetically pleasing. However, they can cost a decent amount. If there is a desire to diversify something, then you can put varnishes in a decorative frame, or placed on a magnetic board. It looks very original. Very nice varnishes look in glass candy dishes - they can be single-tier and bunk. Ideal for storing inventory for nail design and regular shelves for seasonings and spices that cope with this task "with a bang." As a rule, they are attached to the wall or mounted on a table.
Glamor lovers can place varnishes on a special cupcake stand. And if you still want to place them in the bathroom, then it is best to do it on special attached shelves, thus, your favorite colors will always be at your fingertips. And finally, a hanging organizer can be an excellent storage solution.Or any other that can be folded and laid out.
Professional Tips
To ensure that the varnishes do not dry out and serve as long as possible in addition to choosing the right storage place, it is very important to take care of the tightness of the bottle. This is a decisive factor, because if the bottle is not tightly closed, no matter where it is located, it will either thicken or dry out.
If the product has deteriorated, then it should not be diluted with ordinary nail polish remover and, moreover, with acetone: paint from this better product will not, rather the opposite. Moreover, such coverage will last at best one day. Before using the bottle is very important to shake several times. Especially good are those bottles in which there are metal balls inside: they allow you to mix the varnish as best you can.
If there is a desire to restore the missing or incorrectly stored lacquer, for this you should use a special thinner, which can be purchased in any store with nail products. However, thinners of unfamiliar firms should not be purchased, it is best to give preference to proven manufacturers of the same brand as your varnish.
You should not dilute the dried varnish with glitter or shimmer, because after that they simply fall off the nails. To restore the slightly dried varnish at home, you can hold it under running hot water. This is unlikely to completely solve the problem, however, for a one-time painting will be just right.
Main terms
On average, a lacquer from a good brand after opening a bottle with proper storage can last up to 2 years. To prevent the lid from drying out, after each use, the neck of the bottle should be wiped with nail polish remover and cotton pad.
Varnishes from low-cost and low-cost firms, on average, are stored for no more than 6–12 months. However, in order to extend this period, it is very important to follow all storage recommendations. Expired products and expired versions are extremely undesirable.
In the next video you will find an example of storage and organization of nail polishes.
