Tips on how to give yourself a manicure

A good manicure can give your nails that clean, sophisticated look but they come at a price. Most manicurists can charge up to $100 for a good manicure. Here are a few tips on giving yourself a perfect manicure:

– According to Instyle magazine the most flattering nail shape is “Squoval”. It is a nail shape that is not square and not quite oval. To get this shape just mirror the curve of your nail base.

– Make sure all your nails are at one length by aligning each filled finger to the next.

– Before you start applying your nail polish make sure to remove all soap and oils from your nails. You can do this by simply using some nail polish remover on your nails.

– To make sure your nail vanish stays smooth, roll it between your palms instead of shaking the bottle.

– When applying your nail polish make sure you hold the brush between your thumb and middle finger.

– Make sure you apply thin layers that start with a layer of nail hardener, followed by a layer of nail polish and end with a layer of topcoat. If you want a richer nail color add an extra coat of vanish.

– To make sure you remove the excess nail vanish on your skin, use an ear bud dipped in nail polish remover and glide it over the affected areas.

– Make sure each layer of vanish is dry before you add the next. You can speed up by using a dryer on your nails. But make sure the heat setting is at its lowest.