How to store your polishes so they last longer

A well-kept polish lasts longer and applies better. If your polishes thicken or lose colour too soon, it’s probably down to how you store them. Here are the keys to keeping them like new.

Store in a cool, dark place

Heat and direct light alter the formula. A drawer or a cupboard, away from the radiator and the sun, is the ideal spot. Avoid the bathroom if it builds up a lot of steam and heat.

Always upright and tightly closed

Close well after each use so no air gets in, since that’s what dries out and thickens the product. Store them standing up.

Clean the neck and the tip

On the pen format, keep the tip and cap clean so it seals tightly and the felt doesn’t dry out.

Don’t shake them roughly

Better to roll them between your hands than shake them hard: that way you avoid bubbles that later show up when you paint.

Stable temperature

Sudden swings of cold and heat ruin the texture. Keep them at a stable room temperature.

Take care of your colours

With these habits, your Velynails pen nail polishes stay perfect for much longer.