Shelf life and storage features of nail polish
To date, one of the most pressing issues for beauticians is the shelf life of nail polishes. Like any other cosmetic products, such products must be stored correctly, taking into account a certain temperature regime. Further, we will get acquainted in more detail with all the nuances regarding this topic, find out the advice of experts and consider the main shelf life of nail varnishes.
Storage advice
Consider the basic recommendations, which will help to significantly extend the life of your nail polish.
- They should always be stored at the optimum temperature. It shouldn't be too hot, a freezer won't work either, but a cool, dark place is just right.
- Storing near any heat source is absolutely unsuitable.
- It is also forbidden to store varnishes in a place where UV rays directly fall. Sunlight promotes the fading of the color pigment in the product.
- It is undesirable to store nail polish in the bathroom, as there is high humidity.
- It is very important to store these types of products only in an upright position so that they do not flow under the lid.
- Varnishes cannot be stored in the refrigerator, although some sources give certain recommendations about this. The fact is that in the refrigerator in the varnishes the amount of solvent decreases, and this leads to excessive thickening of the product.
Proper storage of varnishes will not only allow you to significantly save on their constant purchase, but will also help to preserve their original composition.
Correct places
To make the varnishes last the allotted time and be comfortable to use, it is best to choose the right places for storing them.
- Ready rack 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 especially suitable for those with large varnish collections. Racks insulate products from direct sunlight very well, and therefore meet all storage requirements.
- A drawer that also holds a lot of nail design products. The boxes are very compact and easy to carry.
At home, varnishes are often stored in large glass jars, which not only serve as storage, but also look good in the interior. Alternatively, you can use an empty plastic candy can.
Glass cases, which look very aesthetically pleasing, are also perfect. However, they can get by with a decent amount. If there is a desire to diversify something, then you can place varnishes either in a decorative frame, or on a magnetic board. It looks very original. Varnishes look very nice in glass candy bowls - they can be single-tier and two-tier. Ideal for storing tools for nail design and regular shelves for spices and spices, which cope with this task "with a bang." They are usually wall-mounted or table-mounted.
Glamor lovers can place polishes on a special cupcake stand. And if you still want to place them in the bathroom, then it is best to do this on special attached shelves, so your favorite colors will always be at your fingertips. Finally, a hanging organizer can be a great storage solution. Or any other that can be folded and unfolded.
Professional advice
To prevent the varnishes from drying out and serving as long as possible, in addition to choosing the right storage location, it is very important to take care of the tightness of the bottle. This is a decisive factor, because if the bottle is not closed tightly, wherever it is, it will either thicken or dry out.
If the product has deteriorated, then dilute it with ordinary nail polish remover and even more so with acetone: the product will not paint better from this, rather the opposite. Moreover, such coverage will last for one day at best. It is very important to shake the bottle several times before use. Especially good are those bottles in which there are metal balls inside: they allow you to mix the varnish as best as possible.
If there is a desire to restore the missing or improperly stored varnish, for this you should use a special thinner, which can be purchased at any store with nail products. However, you should not buy thinners from unfamiliar companies; it is best to give preference to trusted manufacturers and the same brand as your varnish.
You should not dilute dried polish with glitter or shimmer, because after that they will simply fall off the nails. To restore 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 it will be just right.
Key dates
On average, a varnish from a good brand, after opening the bottle, with proper storage, can last up to 2 years. To prevent the cap from drying out, after each use, the neck of the bottle should be wiped with a nail polish remover and a cotton pad.
Varnishes from inexpensive and budget companies are stored on average for no more than 6-12 months. However, in order to extend this period, it is very important to follow all storage recommendations. It is highly undesirable to use expired products and options with an expired shelf life.
In the next video, you will find an example of storing and organizing nail polishes.
