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Nail polish-dumb question

zitawins — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:06:55 GMT

I probably should know this, but -- how long do you keep nail polish? I have some that are years old although the colors are still up to date. How do I get rid of them?

Thanks for any answers.

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hennypenny — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:09:53 GMT

We have a toxic waste center for paints and chemicals that is where I take my old polish

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Tuppermore — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:30:57 GMT

I keep mine for quite awhile. If I use a nail polish thinner when the polish gets a bit "clumpy" , the polish is very usable and last much longer. I buy the thinner at a beauty supply, but you can get smaller bottles at Ulta, etc. They're just more expensive. It lasts a very long time because you only need a few drops to thin out the polish. I've had my 4 oz. bottle for about 10 years. What I like is using the thinner allows me to use the polish down to the bottom of the bottle.

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Fressa — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:32:43 GMT

I think it probably depends on the brand and type of polish. Here's what I do: check to see if the polish is starting to seperate where you can see the oil at the top of the bottle. If you shake it or roll the bottle --does it mix well? If not, discard it. Now for base, top or treatment nail products--these tend to thicken quickly once opened. Those, I would sorth thru as I use them. Hope this helps.

Re: Nail polish-dumb question

Shelbelle — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 16:40:36 GMT

You can keep most for many years, just use a polish thinner when needed.

Re: Nail polish-dumb question

zitawins — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 17:17:47 GMT

Thanks to all for the good replies. Nice practical advice.

Re: Nail polish-dumb question

ALRATIBA — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 14:12:43 GMT

I throw it away when it gets too thick, or has separated. In recent years I’ve gone with pales and sheers, so no out-of-date color issues.

Re: Nail polish-dumb question

SharkE — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 14:46:03 GMT

couple of months get tired of it and buy new colors