Manicure Sets: Inexpensive Manicure Sets

While it's nice to go out once in awhile to have your nails done by a professional, sometimes it isn't always an option. This could be due to time constraints, lack of extra spending money, or a drive to the salon is just too far. However, this doesn't mean you have to deprive yourself of great looking nails.

Ever notice how the tools and equipment at professional nail salons look so expensive and hard to get? The truth is they really aren't hard to come by and don't cost a fortune. (In fact, you will find that the expense of your professional tools pays for itself when you add up all the visits to have your nails done at a salon!)

Let's start with the basics. What do you need to give yourself a manicure? To start with, you need a good nail polish remover, cotton balls (never use toilet paper or paper towels - you will go throw a lot more than using a couple of cotton balls.), and quality nail polish. You should also purchase a small manicure set if you don't already have one. If you plan to go on the glamorous side, you'll need professional manicure kits such as ones containing French manicures, or acrylic supplies if you plan to add tips to your existing nails.

You can purchase the basic items at any local drug store or discount department store. Choose a nail polish remover that says "salon quality" on the label. You may want to consider using a non-acetone based remover, as this causes less damage to your real nail. There are several polish removers available that are low-odor or odor-free, and these are highly recommended if you have children or pets in your home. When choosing a nail polish, choose a brand that is common and avoid generic or store-labeled brands.

Cheaper nail polishes tend to chip much faster than the name brands. You can even find professional quality nail polish at the local grocery store. One bag of cotton balls cost less than $2 and will last you a long time when doing manicures yourself.

If by chance you aren't able to locate a professional beauty retailer, then purchasing your manicure set from a department store is perfectly acceptable if you know what to look for. You'll find a wide variety of manicure sets ranging in prices from a couple bucks all the way $20 and over.

If in doubt, you can purchase one of these preassembled kits and then gradually add to it. You can get all of the basics in the beginning, and add new pieces as you need them. After all, who doesn't need one of those cute little toe separator thingies.

It is a good idea to go through your manicure set periodically and purge any old and outdated manicure supplies. You should replace the orange sticks and emery boards pretty regularly in order to avoid spreading fungus and bacteria that live under our nails. In addition, you should throw out polishes after about a year. I am guilty of adding fingernail polish remover to that last favorite bottle of discontinued perfect red. You know this particular beauty sin; the polish is real thick so you thin it out using remover. Well stop doing it, its ridiculous. Buy a new color already!

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