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8 Step Manicure

Follow this 8 step manicure, it will only take about 15 minutes, and you should do it about once a week for results to be seen quickly.
 

Step 1 - Remove all traces of nail colour and treatments.
Step 2 - Shape and smooth nail edges with an emery board. Hold the file at a slight angle and use side to centre movements only in one direction. Finish by filing underheath the nail to neaten the edge. Aim for oval or softly squared tips.
Step 3 - Groom and treat cuticles.
Step 4 - Mend any splits or breaks.
Step 5 - Apply your chosen treatment and you're done, or ...
Step 5 - Apply base coat for protection and strength.
Step 6 - Apply nail colour and/or nail strengthener.
Step 7 - Apply top coat for protection and shine.
Step 8 - Let dry to reduce risk of smudging.

Step 1 – Remove all traces of nail colour and treatments.

Step 2 – Shape and smooth nail edges with an emery board. Hold the file at a slight angle and use side to centre movements only in one direction. Finish by filing underheath the nail to neaten the edge. Aim for oval or softly squared tips.

Step 3 – Groom and treat cuticles.

Step 4 – Mend any splits or breaks.

Step 5 – Apply your chosen treatment and you're done, or …

Step 5 – Apply base coat for protection and strength.

Step 6 – Apply nail colour and/or nail strengthener.

Step 7 – Apply top coat for protection and shine.

Step 8 – Let dry to reduce risk of smudging.

 

 

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