Among Instyle Makeover's list of tips are four pointers about nails.

#39: "Harden nail polish faster. Once they're partially dry, run nails under cold water. The icy temperature will speed up setting your polish." —Bethany Newell

How to use cuticle oil in three ways:

#42: "Halt smudges. Drop cuticle oil on each nail just after polishing. The oil makes nail surfaces slippery, serving as a buffer beftween the lacquer and any object that might tarnish it." —Jaimi Brooks

#43: "Fix smears. Brush cuticle oil onto the nail and gently rub out the crease with fingers." —J.B.

#44: "Refresh dull polish. A spot of cuticle oil adds a nice sheen to lackluster lacquer. It hydrates nails, while sinking into every nook and cranny to smooth out imperfections." —J.B.

The magazine suggests using Jessica Phenomen Oil intensive moisturizer.