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Anyone use nail polish strips?

terezosa / terriks

last year

I used some years ago, and I liked how long the polish lasted. I think that I'd like to try them again for my son's wedding. I just want a solid color - no crazy designs or ombre or anything. I also don't want the gel type that needs a lamp to cure them. Any suggestions on brands, technique, etc?

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Funkyart

last year

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I had the same experience as rubyclaire with the polish strips -- I don't remember the brand but it was one of those sold at parties. Maybe others work better?

I find the best combination for a lasting manicure/polish is:

Get a professional manicure with Vinylux polish (not the gel)
Apply Chanel Le Gel Top Coat the evening after the manicure and then every 2-3 days after. No special process, it goes on just like polish. No lamps, heat, etc.

I don't use gels-- just regular old polish. The Le Gel top coat is key.. it keeps them looking good for at least a week longer than without. Sometimes 2 weeks (though at that point, I have a gap at the nailbed due to growth. I have done the same with other polishes (OPI, Zoya) and it still works to extend the life. I only recommend Vinylux because it definitely outstays the others.

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girlnamedgalez8a
last year
I have used Color Street. They lasted a long time. I was really happy with them.
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arkansas girl
last year
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My niece sells the Color Street, she and her Mom and sister just swear by them. I have some but sadly, I have not gotten around to putting them on myself. They will last a really long time if done correctly. I am sure they have youtube videos to explain the application. It seems to me that someone we telling me that the ones they sell at Sally's are just as good.
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Star Jeep
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I use Lily and Fox and they last a bit over a week. I do put a top coat on top.
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rubyclaire
last year
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I used the strips once and I thought they looked really pretty good for a day or two. So if that is what you are looking for, go for it! I got mine at Ulta and cannot remember the brand - sorry. I also have a love/hate relationship with gel polish. LOVE the way it looks -hate the process and how lousy my nails look for about a month after I remove. So once I start, I keep getting them for awhile...I just can't quit them!

ETA: I think if just for a day or two, I might opt for a traditional manicure.
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rubyclaire
last year
@Funkyart - good to know your experience with the Chanel Le Gel Top Coat. I have heard really good things about it. I just purchased a Chanel polish but sounds like I need to try Vinylux + Le Gel. I am motivated to quit the gel which I only really get 2 weeks out of due to the nailbed growth issue. Thanks for the intel!!
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Funkyart
last year
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@rubyclaire I love how chanel polish goes on .. and love the colors.. but I don't get long life from it. I should take it to my nail tech and let her apply it-- everything lasts longer when she does it.

I am not loving the recent Vinylux colors-- so I say try the Chanel polish with the Le Gel and see how it works for you. The gel is kind of thick .. when it starts to lift, it comes off in sheets (which I kind of like-- I will chip away at polish when it starts to come off. Lifting up sheets is better than chipping up your own healthy nail)

Also, when you use polish, you can do touch ups on the nail bed..
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rubyclaire
last year
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I will give it a try - love Chanel colors! I will also check out Vinylux as I really only need a good neutral, a classic red and a dark red/brown to keep me happy. Open to any color recommendations, too. Thanks!!

ETA: Just realized Vinylux is CND. Duh. Anyway, I have had manicures with CND and love the staying power. I have one bottle in my stash - Fox Field - so I can start with that and the Chanel to see what I think. Again, thanks for the tip & reminder. Sorry terricks for the detour!
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