1. Moisturize your cuticles before you start

If you don’t, your cuticles will get pushed back and can rip. This can lead to infection, because they are the first line of defense against bacteria. If you have very dry hands, put on some moisturizer or petroleum jelly on your cuticles and massage it in. It sounds like a no-brainer, but many people forget to do this.

2. Apply a base coat to protect your nails

This is another step that many people skip because they think it’s not necessary. Wrong! A base coat protects the nail from staining by the nail polish you are going to apply to them. The less expensive polishes contain pigments that stain your nails yellowish. So always use a base coat. If you want to be extra safe, get a ridge filler as well as a base coat, as it will fill in any imperfections in your nails and make them super smooth for the polish to stick on better.

3. Always use three strokes when applying nail polish

This is one of our favorite tips for the perfect manicure! Apply the first stripe down the middle of your nail and then two stripes down each side of your nail from top to bottom without touching the sides of

During a manicure, you may find the technician filing and shaping the free edges of your nails, pushing back your cuticles, massaging your hands and arms, and applying polish. A manicure is meant to pamper your hands and strengthen your nails. It usually takes about 30 minutes. You can get a manicure for aesthetic or therapeutic purposes. Follow these 5 tips for a perfect manicure!

1. Keep in mind that you may need to take off your nail polish before going to your nail appointment; most manicurists do not have time to do this for you. If you have gel polish on, it will need to be removed with acetone. Acetone dries out the nails, so bring moisturizer with you to use while getting your nails done.

2. If you are planning to get a professional pedicure, take off any old nail polish on your toes before arriving at the salon. Many salons charge an extra fee if they have to remove old nail polish from toes.

3. If you want longer-lasting results, ask the manicurist about gel or shellac polish options instead of traditional nail polish. They last longer because they harden under UV light instead of air-drying like regular nail polish

1. A good manicure starts with clean nails. If you polish over dirt and oil the polish will not adhere properly and the manicure won’t last. Remove old polish and begin by soaking your fingers in warm soapy water to soften your cuticles.

2. Next, using a cuticle stick or a cuticle pusher, gently push back the skin around the base of your nail. Make sure not to push too hard, because this can cause damage to your skin.

3. Now buff your nails with an emery board or nail buffer until they are smooth (it’s best to use a 4-way buffer). Using long strokes on each nail, move down the nail from side to side then up and down then diagonally from corner to corner. Use a finer grit on each side of the buffer as you go along to achieve a high shine.

4. Finally, clip your nails and file them into shape (round or square). Remember, after you have filed them in one direction, file them in the other direction even if it seems unnecessary – this will avoid splitting and peeling later on.

A manicure is a beauty treatment for the fingernails and hands. It will also help you to relax, unwind and enjoy some pampering. In order to get the perfect manicure follow these five steps:

1. Preparation of the nail: The first step on how to give yourself a manicure at home is to prepare your nails by soaking your hands in warm water with a little bit of soap. Leave your fingertips in the water for about ten minutes or until they become soft. Then push back your cuticles but not too hard. If you have dead skin on your hands, remove it with a scrub or buffing block. Dry your hands thoroughly afterwards and apply some hand cream.

2. Nail polish: If you have previous nail polish on your nails, then remove it using a nail polish remover and cotton balls while rubbing gently on the nails from side to side until all of the nail polish is gone. After that, trim and file the nails in any shape you like (square, oval or round). Start applying one coat of base coat, wait for about two minutes before applying a second base coat if needed; this will prevent your nails from breaking and make it easier for you to apply the color later on.

1. To whiten your nails, after applying the base coat and before applying the nail polish, use a white pencil to outline around each nail (as close as possible to the cuticle). Then, apply a clear top coat over your entire nail.

2. To make your nails look longer, paint a thin line of polish along the edge of each nail (this will make them look thinner).

3. Apply polish in 3 strokes for each nail: First down the center, then on each side.

4. To keep your favorite nail polish from drying out, add a few drops of water and shake well every time before you use it.

5. Always wait for one coat of polish to dry before applying another coat so that you don’t smudge the first layer of polish.

1. Cuticles are your friends.

If you haven’t been to the salon in a while and have an overgrowth of cuticle, do not use a cuticle cutter. This is the quickest way to get an infection. Instead, soak your hands in warm water for 10 minutes, then apply cuticle oil.

Next, use a manicure stick to gently push back your cuticle. Do not cut them!

2. Use a fine grit file to gently shape your nails after soaking them in warm water for ten minutes. To prevent breakage, file from the outside corner of your nail towards the centre.

3. Buffing is a great way to make your nails shine without adding polish! There are three types of buffing:

-coarse to shape your nails; medium to smooth ridges; fine to buff and shine

4. Apply base coat, two coats of colour and a top coat of polish for best results!

5. And remember…your nails need moisture too! Use hand cream often, especially at night before bed.”

Use a nail polish remover with acetone. Acetone will be effective in removing the nail polish and the oils on the surface of your nails. A good quality nail polish remover will not dry out your cuticles and nails.

Apply a base coat of nail polish using a single stroke. The base coat is necessary to protect your nails from being stained by dark-colored polishes. Applying the base coat with a single stroke will help prevent streaks from forming in the paint.

Paint your nails with two coats of your chosen color, using a single stroke for each layer. Make sure to paint the edges of your nails, as well as around the cuticle area. Each stroke should be long enough to cover the entire surface of your nail from base to tip.

Use fine-grain sandpaper or a file to buff your nails into shape after you have applied two coats of paint and waited for it to dry completely. This will remove any imperfections in the paint job and give your nails a smooth finish. Do not buff too hard or you will scratch off the paint! A good rule of thumb is to buff each nail five times before moving on to another one (do not forget about corners!)

Apply top coat after shaping and buffing your