How to Give Yourself a Manicure?

You don't have to journey to the local nail place to pamper your hands. Do it yourself at home.

• Remove old nail polish thoroughly. (Image 1)
  
• Soak hands in warm water for 10 or 15 minutes. Dry hands.
  
• File nails in one direction only. Avoid using a seesaw motion. (Image 2)
  
• Push back cuticles. Use a cuticle moisturizer if they do not push back easily after soaking. (Image 3)
  
• Massage your hands. Use a moisturizing lotion. Use an exfoliating lotion if your skin is dry and/or roughened. (Image 4)
  
• Apply a base coat. Allow it to dry. (Image 5)
  
• Apply polish. Clean any stray marks with a cotton swab dipped in polish remover.
  
• Add a second coat for deeper color.
  
• Finish the manicure with a top coat of clear polish.

Tips:

Put your hands in a basin or sink full of ice-cold water if you need your nails to dry in a hurry.

Warnings:
Avoid cutting your cuticles with scissors or nail clippers.

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