Did You Know Your Nails Are Like Sponges?
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Nails are actually incredibly porous and can absorb up to a third of their weight in water, causing them to swell and change shape while you shower or swim. This expansion forces your rigid nail polish to crack and chip when the nail eventually dries and shrinks back to its original size. This is exactly why keeping them dry before painting is the golden rule of a lasting manicure!
