A quality manicure is more than just picking the right nail polish. It takes proper prep and attention to detail. So, when it’s time for your next nail look, follow these five steps for starting a manicure.
Step 1: Remove Old Polish and Wash Your Hands
You can’t start a new manicure without removing your old one. Remove old nail polish with an acetone-based polish remover and cotton balls. After getting rid of the old manicure, wash your hands with mild soap. Doing so will get rid of germs and bacteria on your hands.
Step 2: Clip, File, and Buff Your Nails
You’ll want to use a manicure set with nail clippers, a file, and a buffer tool for this step. First, clip your nails to your desired length. Then, use the nail file to get rid of ridges on your fingertips. Lastly, use the buffer tool and smooth out the surface of your nails.
Step 3: Shape Your Nails
Shaping your nails is an important step in manicure preparation because it will determine the look of your nails. Use your file to shape your nails to your preferred style. The most common nail shapes are oval, almond, square, coffin, and stiletto.
Step 4: Moisturize Your Hands
Moisturizing your hands is essential because it hydrates your cuticles and nails. Take your hand cream and gently massage it into your hands. In addition, you can rub a few drops of cuticle oil into your cuticles to promote healthy nail growth.
Step 5: Apply a Base Coat Polish
Apply a base coat before nail polish. A base coat is a barrier between your natural nails and the polish. It protects your nails from damaging chemicals in the polish that can cause staining or peeling. In addition, it gives your manicure an even texture.
With the proper prep, you can achieve a fantastic nail look. Don’t forget to follow these five steps for starting a manicure. After the necessary preparation comes the fun part! Polish your nails with a quality DND nail polish set to complete the manicure.
