1. How many polishes do you own?
   About 100 I think…  I’m afraid to count :))
2. Are those your real nails?
   Yes. I’ve never had gel or acrylic nails.
3. What type of file do you use?
   I use a “no name” glass file most of the time.
4. Which top/base coat do you use?
   Lately I’ve been using OPI Natural Nails Base Coat and OPI Ridge Filler. As for the top coat, very often I skip this last step, but I have Orly Matte Top and Glosser.
5. What kind of nail polish remover do you use?
   Currently it’s Sally Hansen Moisturizing Remover (big green bottle), and I really like it.
6. How do you clean up your manicures?
   Sometimes I use a corrector pen and sometimes a thin brush + nail polish remover. I dip the brush in the remover and then use it to smooth out the cuticle line. I do my best to paint my nails carefully, so normally no polish gets on the cuticles or skin, but if it happens, I use the brush/corrector :)
7. How often do you paint your nails?
   About 3-4 times a week. Usually it depends on the color and on its quality, because I cannot stand chipped or cracked nail polish. There are weeks when I paint my nails every day, but usually that means I’ve hauled some great colors and I can’t wait to try them all :) Also, occasionally I go a day or two with nothing to give my nails some rest.
8. Have you ever tried gel nail polish?
   I’ve heard of it and I saw it in action. Looks good, but it’s not my thing. I change my nails way too often to commit to one shade for two weeks. A new color on my nails is a quick fix to make me feel a lot better :)

If you have any other questions or suggestions, please feel free to contact me at:
mari.lumme@gmail.com