If acrylics aren't for you, you could also try getting shellac nail polish. This type of nail polish is painted directly onto the nails and set in by a UV light. Shellac is a think shiny nail polish that does not chip and allows your nails to grow safely without ruining them. This type of nail polish has become more popular lately because it stays on the nail for 14 days so it is good for long business trips or vacations. To get this onto your nails it costs around $15-$20 every time you get a polish change.
Nail polish does not have to be changed every time to math an outfit but if one has a nice set of nails on their hands they will be more confident when shaking peoples hands and talking to others. When people have dirty nails and dirty hands the other person may be distracted by how dirty they are or might not even wanna touch your hands at all.
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