Manicures—you might think they’re just about filing your nails and
applying your have nail polish. But you’d be surprised to learn that even a
manicure deserves some special attention from your end. So it’s time to correct
the following manicure mistakes if you truly want your nails to look stunning.
You skip moisturizer: If you forget to moisturize
your cuticles and your hands, your manicure makes little sense. A complete
manicure is when your hands look hydrated. Use the lotions that has a
non-greasy formula or petroleum Jelly that will give your hands the hydration
they need. Plus, it will also protect your skin from UV rays!
You’re not exfoliating before starting: If you’re
underestimating the power of exfoliation when it comes to a manicure, you are
doing it all wrong. Make sure you get rid of all the dead skin and clean your
hands thoroughly before you start your manicure. Use apricot scrub because this
one has the
power to remove
excess dirt from the skin.
You’re not filing in one direction: Yes, you love
giving yourself a manicure at home and have all the right tools to do so. But
understand that there’s a technique to filing as well. When you file your nails
in two different directions, there are chances of your nails breaking. So it’s
best to stick to one direction when it comes to filing nails.
You forget base coat: If you truly want your nail color to
last longer, using a base coat is essential to your manicure regime.
You apply thick coats of nail color: When doing a manicure,
remember that you need to go easy on the paint. Use thin coats of nail paint
that will allow the paint to dry faster. So after one thin coat, let it dry and
then reapply yet another thin coat. Finish off with a top coat!
