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Secret #1: Cuticle oil is a lifesaver.秘诀1：指缘护理油是救命稻草。
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When your nails look sad and you don’t have time for a full manicure, cuticle oil can moisturize dry skin. Olive oil or coconut oil will also work perfectly.指甲不好看，而你又没时间去做美甲时，指缘护理油能滋润干燥的皮肤。橄榄油或者椰油效果也不错。
Secret #2: Add special effect during your dry time.秘诀2：干燥的时候加点特殊效果。
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Apply a long lasting topcoat and let it dry for four minutes. Then while it's still tacky, apply a chrome or holographic nail powder using a eyeshadow applicator. Finish with another layer of topcoat to seal.指甲上面涂一层功效持久的护甲油，晾干4分钟。趁着还有黏性，用眼影棒涂一层铬或全息甲粉，最后再涂一层封层。
Secret #3: Your manicure doesn't need to match.秘诀3：你的美甲风格并不需要完全一致。
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The key is to have high contrast in both texture and color. One hand can be soft and bright, while the other is dark and edgy. The best part: You no longer have to worry about choosing between your two favorite colors—just wear one on each hand!关键在于两只手的指甲油材质和颜色都要形成强烈对比。一只手可以涂成柔和的亮色，另一只手可以涂成前卫的深色。最大的好处就是你无需再发愁在两个最喜欢的颜色里做出选择了，一只手涂一个颜色！
Secret #4: Eyeliner brushes make the best erasers.秘诀4：眼线笔刷是最好的清除器。
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It creates a flawless finish. You won't spend the rest of the day trying to pick dried polish off your skin.最后不会留下任何痕迹。你不用把剩下的时间都用来清除皮肤上干掉的指甲油。
Secret #5: Painter's tape isn't just for your walls.秘诀5：美工胶带不光可以在刷墙的时候用。
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Lay down the tape in the shape you want to 'cut out' of your nail color. Then, apply a base coat and two coats of polish around the tape. When you peel it off, you’re left with an awesome negative space manicure.你想要在指甲油上抠出什么形状，就把胶带贴成什么形状。然后涂一层基础层，再在胶带周围涂两层。把胶带揭掉，就留下了漂亮的和其他地方不同的空白效果了。
Secret #6: Simple nails often make the biggest impact.秘诀6：简单的指甲经常有最好的效果。
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You don't need a lot of bells and whistles to still make a statement, so if you prefer subdued nails, rock 'em.就像你不用摇铃吹哨也能说话一样，所以如果你偏爱柔和的指甲就涂柔和的颜色吧。
Secret #7: Cocktails aren't just for happy hours.秘诀7：指甲护理也能搞鸡尾酒。
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Arnold mixes her own nail-nourishing cocktail to keep her nails from breaking and help them grow long.Arnold把滋养指甲的甲油混合着涂来防止指甲折断，并且有助于指甲长长。
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发表于 2016-10-17 19:27:17