How Do I Keep My Nail Varnish On?!

[DarceyK123]

After an absence of wearing nail varnish due to being a carer and so not bothering, i have started looking after myself again.

Previously my varnish has stayed on quite a few days before chipping off but these days I'm lucky if it lasts a day or two. I put a base and a top coat on but disappointed with results these days.

Does anybody still do their own nails at home these days? It all seems to be Salons for these new weird and not so wonderful fake nails which i dont want.

Are there any really good varnishes out there that anyone could recommend? Or any tips? 

[scorpiojo]

OPI

Rimmel 60 seconds super shine.

Do you wear gloves for washing up?

[JinnyJoan]

bought this gold varnish for a laugh from Poundland about a year ago and it is a £1 and absolutely fabulous for staying on your feet

[Buenchico]

This link goes to the US version of Harper's Bazaar but I suspect that most of the products are also available in the UK:https://www.harpersbazaar.com/beauty/nails/g44680805/best-top-coat-nail-polish-colors/

This, from the London Evening Standard, might also be helpful:
https://www.standard.co.uk/shopping/esbest/beauty/nails/best-nail-polish-top-coats-b1095172.html

[pastafreak]

I use a uv lamp and suitable gel nail colour...lasts for up to 2 weeks.

[Maydup]

Could it be that your nail polish needs replacing?  Have you had it ages or is it new? If so what brand is it?

[DarceyK123]

Thanks for your replies.

Im going to buy some brand new varnish,

yes Maydup i do have several i have had over a year so see if that helps, i do favour Rimmel or Sally Hanson.

And maybe Scorpio,  i will try wearing gloves although i do find them difficult to do anything with.