Essence magazine's October 2012 issue featured three essential tips for making manicures pop.
1. BUFF: Smoothing nails will allow the polish to adhere better to the nail bed.
2. LAYER: Brushing nail color over white polish makes the color more vivid.
3. SEAL: Paint the tip of the nail to lock in the polish.
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