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How to Prep Your Nails Before a Manicure

How to Prep Your Nails Before a Manicure

Proper nail prep ensures that your polish adheres better, lasts longer, and looks smoother. If you want to achieve salon-quality results at home, follow these steps to nail prep like a pro:

1.Use nail clippers to cut a suitable length

2.Soften cuticle with cuticle remover

3.Using a cuticle pusher, gently push back the cuticles.

4.Trim excess cuticle with cuticle nippers.

5.Use a nail file to shape your nails.

6.Lightly buff the surface of your nails with a nail buffer sponge. This step also helps the polish adhere better. However, avoid over-buffing as it can weaken the nails.

7.Polished nail surface with a nail buffer sponge

8.Apply cuticle oil to the skin around the nails

 

By following these steps, you’ll ensure that your nails are in top shape and ready for a perfect polish application. Proper nail prep not only makes your manicure look better but also helps your polish last longer and keeps your nails healthy. 

 

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