3 ways to tell if nail polish is dry without touching it

 To check if your nail polish is still dry without touching it, try these methods:

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  1. Cold Water Trick: After waiting a few minutes, dunk your nails in a bowl of cold water for a minute. If the polish wrinkles, it’s still wet. If it stays smooth, you’re good to go.
  2. Blow Test: Lightly blow on your nails. If they feel cool, they’re probably dry. If they still feel sticky, give them more time.
  3. Smell Test: Fresh nail polish has a strong smell. As it dries, the smell fades. If you can’t smell it anymore, it’s likely dry.

I hope these tricks can help you avoid messing up your fresh manicure!

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