Six nailcare tricks to clip the cost of your next manicure
WANT to clip the cost of your next manicure?
A regular salon appointment will set you back up to £40, found a poll by local services marketplace Airtasker.com.
But cut that bill with these home nailcare tricks . . .
TRIM IT TO WIN IT: Regularly maintain your nails at home by following a simple routine of trimming and filing frequently, as this prevents the need for costly repairs or treatments at the salon.
Clip nails to your preferred length and file them gently in one direction for a flawless finish.
Get a 32-pack of emery boards at Poundland for £1.50 and you can share them with a friend to save even more money.
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ADD MOISTURE: Keep nails hydrated and nourished, with products containing ingredients such as vitamin E and jojoba oil.
To extend time between salon visits, Sally Hansen Nail Care Oil is a treat but costs £11 at Boots.
You can pick up Vitamin E oil at Amazon.co.uk for £2.99.
GO FOR GEL: Extend the time between your salon treatments by choosing gel nail polish.
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It tends to last for longer and is chip-free, so requires less freq-uent touch-ups compared to traditional nail varnish.
KEEP IT CHIC: Try to keep your nail designs simple and timeless.
Nude or pink shades blend nicely with the natural colour of the nail bed so it will be a lot harder to spot any regrowth.
REWARD YOURSELF: Many salons offer loyalty schemes or discounts for frequent visitors.
So, if you can’t give up the salon appointments, at least make sure you have asked about discounts for regulars or members’ offers.
SALON SAVING: Still don’t want to part with your regular salon appointment?
Then check out wowcher.co.uk for deals in your area or to get cash back on your booking.
Book a nail treatment from salons nation-wide at Treatwell.co.uk via Quidco.com to get up to 3.75 per cent back on your next salon visit.
- All prices on page correct at time of going to press. Deals and offers subject to availability
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