1- First, smooth the surface of your nails with a buffer. Soften your cuticles by rubbing a little bit of lotion or oil over them, and then push them back gently with an orange stick (find it at drugstores).
2- Swipe your nails with acetone to remove dirt and oils before polishing.
3- Lounging on the couch won’t give you the best manicure angle, but sitting at a table or desk will. Place hands on top of a paper towel to catch any spills.
4- A thin coat of the clear stuff creates a smooth surface for color to cling to—skip it and you’ll end up with streaks.
5- Whether you’re doing a manicure or a pedicure, hold the brush midcap, not at the tippy-top—you’ll have more control that way. Paint on two layers of polish with light-handed strokes, allowing color to dry completely between coats.
6- A layer of the clear, shiny stuff smoothes away any flubs and flaws.
7- We know it’s hard to sit still, but you need to let nature take its course. Never blow on wet polish, says Elsbeth: “It creates moisture bubbles that lead to chips later.” Instead, keep coats extra thin to speed up drying time.
2- Swipe your nails with acetone to remove dirt and oils before polishing.
3- Lounging on the couch won’t give you the best manicure angle, but sitting at a table or desk will. Place hands on top of a paper towel to catch any spills.
4- A thin coat of the clear stuff creates a smooth surface for color to cling to—skip it and you’ll end up with streaks.
5- Whether you’re doing a manicure or a pedicure, hold the brush midcap, not at the tippy-top—you’ll have more control that way. Paint on two layers of polish with light-handed strokes, allowing color to dry completely between coats.
6- A layer of the clear, shiny stuff smoothes away any flubs and flaws.
7- We know it’s hard to sit still, but you need to let nature take its course. Never blow on wet polish, says Elsbeth: “It creates moisture bubbles that lead to chips later.” Instead, keep coats extra thin to speed up drying time.
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