Pretty Nails Without the Cost

 I love going to the salon to get my nails done, I think you can agree there's nothing better than being pampered. However, around here a good manicure will put me back about $20 plus tip, every 2 weeks! Now that's just more than I am willing to pay just for a manicure. Don't get me wrong it's great getting your nails done and if you have the time and can afford the cost every two weeks go for it.

  As for me getting a manicure is really something I tend to do either for special occasions or just when I need the pampering. For the most part I opt to do my own manicures as it fits best with my budget and after many years of doing my own nails I have gotten pretty good at the craft.

Here's what you will need:

Cuticle Cutter

Nail Buffer

Acetone

Cuticle Pusher (can be wooden or metal;both pictured above)

Cotton Balls

Nail File

Base Coat

Top Coat

Cuticle Cream/Oil

A bowl of warm soapy water

Steps to Beautiful Nails:

The first thing you should do is remove any oil, left over polish etc. Using the cotton balls and acetone.

Next, using the nail file shape your nails as you desire (I prefer square with Slightly round corners). Once your done apply cuticle lotion or cuticle oil to your cuticles.

 Now go ahead and soak your hands in the bowl of warm soapy water about five to ten minutes this will soften your cuticle.

Dry your hands off and using the cuticle pusher gently push back the cuticle of each nail. Using the cuticle cutter carefully cut the excess cuticle. Once done, buff each nail and wash hands off.

The last step is to paint your beautifully clean and sculpted nails. Remember to apply a base coat, 2 layers of the desired color and a top coat. Allow nails to dry a minute or two between applications.

Now your ready to go out and show off your nails. 

Live. Laugh. Love

Michelle Marie