Give yourself a DIY manicure with our step-by-step guide to the perfect manicure.
- Step 1: push back cuticles and remove any flaky bits with a cuticle exfoliator, leaving your nail bed smooth.
- Step 2: file your nails, always going in one direction- a back and forth action will weaken the nail.
- Step 3: buff your nails to smooth the surface.
- Step 4: apply a base coat, then two coats of polish. Keep a cuticle stick on hand for any mistakes.
Hint: dip it in polish remover first.
- Step 5: finish with a clear top coat.
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