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Manicure: Where to Find Manicure Supplies 
By: Jessica Jameson
With the hustle and bustle of today's crazy lifestyle, it isn't always possible to make it to the nail salon or spa to have our nails done professionally. Sometimes we find ourselves primping our nails on the go, like when we're driving to that all-important business meeting or flying out to the annual family reunion. While you certainly shouldn't attempt to give yourself a manicure while battling four lanes of 80 mph traffic, you can give yourself a great manicure if you know how and where to find good manicure sets.
Ever notice how the tools and equipment at professional nail salons look so expensive and hard to get? The truth is they really aren't hard to come by and don't cost a fortune. (In fact, you will find that the expense of your professional tools pays for itself when you add up all the visits to have your nails done at a salon!)
Well, nowadays the manicure kits can be a lot more complicated than that. Mine for example is probably the most elaborate of its types. I use a small silver train case as my manicure kit. I have all of the basics mentioned above, except a cuticle pusher. I never much enjoyed that part of an at home manicure anyway.
You can purchase the basic items at any local drug store or discount department store. Choose a nail polish remover that says "salon quality" on the label. You may want to consider using a non-acetone based remover, as this causes less damage to your real nail. There are several polish removers available that are low-odor or odor-free, and these are highly recommended if you have children or pets in your home. When choosing a nail polish, choose a brand that is common and avoid generic or store-labeled brands.
Cheaper nail polishes tend to chip much faster than the name brands. You can even find professional quality nail polish at the local grocery store. One bag of cotton balls cost less than $2 and will last you a long time when doing manicures yourself.
You can even purchase a manicure kit with Dora the Explorer on it. There are also more sophisticated kits that cater to an older more sophisticated target market. These can be compact for the frequent traveler or huge and strictly home bound like mine.
For example, when giving yourself a manicure that involves the application of acrylic tips, you should find those items at professional beauty stores rather than your local grocery store. These products are much better quality when coming from a professional retailer, as they are usually the same products used in nail salons. You may pay more for these items, but you will find that you'll be much happier with the result.
Finding a good manicure set is easy and with proper care, can last for years. Imagine all of the time and money you'll save by doing manicures yourself!
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