Before you go and spend hundreds of dollars on manicures every few weeks, you NEED to see these tricks for creating a stunning manicure yourself. Whether it's something as simple as caring for your cuticles or creating cute nail designs with tape, these tricks are definitely useful! You won't believe some of these tricks.
Using your fingers will get oil on nail wrap stickers, causing them not to stick. Pick up the nail wrap with tweezers instead!
For a cleaner look on your manicure, buff your nails to smooth out ridges before you apply polish.
Don’t risk messing up your newly painted nails trying to get rid of color on your skin. Simply use an old paint brush dipped in remover.
Make sure to remove old nail polish completely to avoid chipping your new mani. Soak nails in remover for two minutes to get rid of your old color!
For a smooth look without any smudges or creases, paint your nails in this order.
By using a glass file instead of your traditional nail file, you’ll give yourself a smoother look.
Apply cuticle oil to your cuticles once a week to make sure they stay smooth and healthy.
If you’re always on the go, place your new mani in ice water to harden the top coat. It won’t dry the layers completely, but it’ll still get you out the door in no time.
Or, you can use setting spray to help your nails dry faster.
Make sure to apply two coats of polish! Apply a thin layer of polish and let dry for two minutes before applying the second to prevent chipping!
To make colors pop, add a layer of white polish before painting your nails neon colors!
Test if your nails are dry by gently touching your pinky nails together. If you feel the polish grab, your nails are not quite done yet!
Choose a nail shape that fits the shape of your cuticle. Whether that be rounded or almond, choose what looks best on you!
To prevent tearing your nails, file each nail in the same directions. Filing back and forth can cause them to break!
To extend the life of your mani, apply a layer of top coat every other day!
If you want to impress someone, red is the way to go!
Ditch the typical white French tip for a fun and bright French manicure that fits your style.
To make your hands look younger, choose a darker nail polish color.
Choose a nail polish color that suits your personality! Don’t be afraid to rock a bright color!