26. Apply Glue Before Nail Polish
Products Needed: PVA glue, nail polish
What it Does: Creates a base for the polish, making it last longer
Cost: $5*
It always seems like a good idea to paint your nails, but after an hour the paint starts to chip off. Even if you have the most meticulous hands, standard polish probably won’t make them last very long. Undercoats are available at supermarkets, but they frequently fail as well. However, some beauty enthusiasts assert that priming the nails with PVA glue before painting them prolongs the life of the polish. What do you have to lose by pulling out Elmer’s glue and getting creative with your nails?

26. Apply Glue Before Nail Polish