All we have to do is be present and feel our anxiety wash away in the water.

While these are the generally accepted benefits of this practice, the snags associated with it are often overlooked.

Don’t worry, this doesn’t mean you should skip out on manicures altogether.

A woman getting a manicure

All you have to do is ask for a dry or waterless manicure at your next nail appointment.

Dry manicures are steadily gaining popularity because of their many clear benefits.

If you lead abusy life but still want to indulge in some self-care, a dry manicure is ideal.

A woman’s manicured hands

It’s a lot less time-consuming than your standard manicure because you’re skipping out on the soaking.

A dry manicure also spares your nails from water exposure.

This cycle can be damaging to your nails by causing them to become flexible and brittle, perWell+Good.

A woman’s cuticles being cut during a manicure

A dry manicure is also a better option for the environment.