How To Shape Nails

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* First of all you should apply nail varnish remover while doing your nails. You should apply it even if you do not need to remove any old nail polish because it prepares the nails by removing any grease so that your polish lasts longer.

* If you are having trouble achieving the perfect French Manicure, you can try using a white nail pencil underneath the nail tip instead of white polish. You will find that it is much easier.

* You should give your nails varnish sufficient time for each layer to dry to ensure a lasting finish.

* Make sure that you always wipe the top of the nail varnish bottle with a cotton bud. It will help you get rid of any excess polish and will also prevent the bottle from becoming glued shut.

* Remember that it is much better to apply lots of thin coats of nail-color rather that single thick one because the former will dry faster and last longer.

* You should not try to remove and reapply the nail polish more than once or twice a week. Doing so might dry out your nails. If you choose a remover with built in moisturizer, it will help limit the damage to your nails.

* Having a hand massage will certainly boost the blood circulation of your hands and thus encourage the nail growth.


* Before you get going with the nail files and clippers, remember to wipe away every trace of nail polish. Use an ear bud dipped in nail polish remover, instead of cotton balls, to remove your nail color, as the former can easily doff off extra enamel on your cuticles and skin. Even if you are not wearing any enamel, you can use it to expel grease and grime from your nails.

* Hard nails are difficult to shape. Soften your pads by dipping them in a bowl of tepid water for 15-20 minutes and then pat them dry. It will not only soften your cuticles and cart off impurities from your nails, but also make your nails soft and all set for pampering.

* Once your cuticles are soft, gently lug them back and treat them with a cuticle cream. Be gentle on the area, as tugging your cuticles too hard can bruise your skin. Scrape out all the dirt stuck in your nail bed, with a nail file and scrub your hands gently to eliminate dead skin and remaining traces of dirt.

* Before you begin filing, pause to choose the right tool for your nail. For simple nail filing, soft, pliable file is fine. Stay away from metal files, as they are harsh on your nail surface and can tear apart your natural nail. Even one wrong swipe can be damaging to both beautiful nails and nail health. You can also go for two-sided files with soft cushioned center or a flexible wooden file.

* Understand that your nails are soft and dealing with them aggressively will only make things worse. Angle your file properly, holding it close to your fingertip. Contrary to the popular style, avoid holding the file perpendicular or even directly over the nail tip, as it is sure to wear down your nail skin, causing it to fray and peel.

* The next big thing, of course, is deciding on the desired shape. Buck the current nail trend and find the shape that you feel is most flattering and practical for you! Most people opt for square nails as they rather look chic than the traditional oval ones. If you have oval cuticle, square shape may work for you. However, if you have pointed cuticles, oval shape will be just the right shape for you.

* Oval or square, your nails are incomplete without color. Pick up your favorite shade or play with colors for a spunky, sporty look.