I usually do the same as you, but sometimes I try to follow the "regular" progression a bit more, so I didn't rush to get the pale nails before.
I had to get it because I was loosing my mind. And imagine the rage when after reaching the top I discovered that in one of my grip-less attempts I failed at literally the last jump. I try to delay buying tools because they are expensive, and I don't really like most of them.
I only have the green Prince's heart, but I want all four. Though I have literally just beaten Seth.