Whether you’re trying to save money or you’re still scared to go to the salon, there’s never a bad time to learn how to do your own manicure at home. Not only does painting your own nails offer you a sense of accomplishment (and save you money), but it may also be therapeutic. Plus, even if health and safety issues aren’t a concern, the prospect of not having to leave the house is appealing. Even if you’ve been doing DIY manicures for the past two years, obtaining the same results at home as you get at the salon might be challenging.
Chipping, warping, glops, bubbles, and spreading are all things that can go wrong with a DIY manicure. on your jeans, changing the channel, or answering a text becomes a life-or-death situation—and don’t even get us started on the possibility of putting nail polish all over your couch.When it comes to nail prep and colour choosing, there’s a lot of room for error. The stakes are even higher if you’re trying something fancy like a gel manicure, experimenting with artistic nail art, or learning how to execute a French manicure.
But getting Insta-worthy nails at home isn’t hard; in fact, learning how to do a manicure at home is rather simple. You can go a long way with a little experience, patience, and the correct nail equipment. We had famous manicurists divulge their finest self-manicuring nail tips for how to paint your nails like a pro to help soothe your DIY anxieties. It turns out that it’s a lot easier than we anticipated. It only takes ten easy steps. Follow along for a manicure that will have everyone wondering where you got your nails done. Don’t worry, we’ll keep your secret safe.
Step 1: Clean your nails with polish remover.
Step 2: Clip, file, and buff.
Step 3: Push back your cuticles.
Step 4: Exfoliate your hands.
Step 5: Moisturize your hands and cuticles.
Step 6: Apply a base coat.
Step 7: Apply your first coat of color.
Step 8: Apply your second coat of color.
Step 9: Finish with a topcoat.
Step 10: Clean up rough edges and let your nails dry.
