Here’s a way to prime your nails for the best manicure…and how to clean off stains without destroying the pretty paint job…

Polish primer: Wipe your unpolished fingernails with white vinegar to clean and prime the surfaces for nail polish. Once the vinegar dries, this treatment will help the polish stay on longer.

Manicure protection: Use an old super-soft toothbrush and toothpaste to clean office-type stains (carbon, ink, etc.) off your fingertips without damaging your manicure.

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