How to shape your nails at home?

One of the most important components of a beautiful manicure is the correct shape of the nails. It is also worth noting that work on it is one of the most time-consuming. In addition, she is also the most responsible - the slightest flaw in the configuration of the nails and the impression of the manicure is ruined. Many girls who practice nail polish at home even prefer to turn to professionals to give them the correct shape of their nails, and then maintain it themselves.

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Especially to help beginners, “Ideal Manicure” will tell you in detail how to shape your nails at home, and reveal the basic techniques and secrets of the procedure. With a little practice, you'll have nails that look like you've been to a salon.

Varieties of nail shapes

Each person, as a rule, has his own nail shape. In the salon, the master can choose the one that best suits the client. What needs to be taken into account in this case? Usually they look at the thickness and structure of the fingers and hands, and assess the general condition of the nail plates. A girl's style can also play an important role.

Also, manicure should follow the fashion trends of our time. Of course, you should not rely on them blindly; here it is worth taking into account the preferences of the client herself. If a certain nail shape is fashionable, but does not suit a girl, then there is no point in choosing it. It is better to turn your attention to another, more suitable one.

If you choose the right shape of the plate, you can highlight all the advantages of your hands and also remove the disadvantages. There is one unspoken rule: the shape of the nails usually follows the outline of the cuticle. What types of nails are there? Five forms can be distinguished:

round;
almond;
square;
oval;
rectangular.

Now let's talk about each in more detail.

Round form

As a rule, round nails are quite comfortable and practical. This manicure is most suitable for girls with large fingers and large palms. If you have difficulties choosing a shape, then you can safely make a round one. It is not only stylish, but also comfortable.

Almond

The almond shape of nails looks very stylish and resembles an almond. In this case, the edge is rounded and the center is sharpened. This manicure will make your fingers extremely attractive. But this form has a significant drawback: nails can break quickly. You can also make almond-shaped nails using gel polish. You can also ennoble your fingers using artificial tips.

Square

This nail shape is most suitable for those with long fingers. Regardless of how long the nails are, this shape will look very advantageous. As a rule, in this case, the file is held perpendicular to the axis of the nail plate and filed. What are the advantages of a square shape?

This is a very fashionable trend this season. In addition, square nails not only look natural, but also natural.
There are no difficulties in designing nail plates.
Designing this nail shape is quite safe. In this case, a lot of movements are made with a nail file, and fragility and delamination are eliminated.

Soft square

These are nails in the shape of a rectangle, only the ends are slightly rounded. This manicure will be an ideal solution for girls who have weak nails. In addition, this shape will suit both long and short nails. The combination with a French manicure will be especially good.

Oval

The oval shape of nails is considered classic. The oval will look especially good on long fingers. Any length of nails will do, but it is best if the nails are short or medium. It is also important to know that the top line of the nail plate always follows the outline of the cuticle.

It is worth highlighting the significant advantages of oval nail shapes:

This form is more practical. The fact is that there are no pointed corners on the nails. This means that you can do household chores without any problems.
The shape is quite appropriate for both girls and women. You can also come to any event with these nails. This also applies to work. In addition, for a gala evening, your nails can be decorated with intricate decor, which will enliven the entire image and give it solemnity.
In addition, oval nails can easily be turned into rectangular or square ones.

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Selection of tools

How to give a beautiful shape to your nails without a manicure file? In this case, you should pay attention to the tools. If your nails are natural, then the file should be ceramic or glass. In addition, a ceramic nail file acts gently, without damage. If your nails are artificial, then a metal file will do just fine. This also applies to toenails. In other cases, such a crude tool should be abandoned.

However, one nail file will not be enough. You should stock up on a whole manicure set:

Manicure scissors are a must;
tweezers with which you can remove cuticles and hangnails;
a wooden file (used to remove dirt from under nails);
nail polish remover;
a special brush that is used to clean out various dirt;
polishing file;
a white corrector pencil (usually they should be used to tint the inside of the nail);
cuticle cream that prevents cuticle growth.

Peculiarities

Beautiful long nails are a trend that will never go into the shadows and will always be relevant and in demand. Many women try to grow their nails and give them a beautiful shape.

Gradually, the natural round shape of the nail may become boring, and a desire arises to change your image. A reasonable question arises: how to diversify your nail design and what shape to choose?

Every girl takes care of her manicure, cuticles and nail length. The length of the finger and the shape of the nail plate determine which nail design is best to choose. With the right manicure, your fingers will look sophisticated, your hands will look graceful, and your image will look attractive.

Of all the forms, the pointed one is considered the most fragile, fragile and brittle. When you press hard on the nail, barely noticeable cracks and small defects appear. If you do not pay attention to this and do not notice the occurrence of microcracks, then there is a high chance that you will have to cut off the nail, thereby ruining the entire manicure.

Recommendations on how to properly shape your nails

Before you get started, you need to check whether the lighting in the room is of high quality. If you don't see all the small details. There won't be a perfect manicure. It’s also worth taking a closer look at your tools: they should all be made of high-quality materials. It is better not to purchase cheap files of poor quality.

It is best to already know in advance what form is needed. If you want to wash your hands with soap before a manicure so that they are perfectly clean, then you should wipe them dry. Otherwise, the nail plate will split. It should also be taken into account that professionals determine the length by the shortest nail.

During work, you can accidentally cut the skin of your fingers. To prevent this from happening, it is necessary to cut only those nail plates whose length exceeds 2 mm. Movements with a nail file should be slow and careful, but not chaotic. If your hands are too dry, then cream helps.

How to make an even nail shape without mistakes? These important rules will allow you to achieve this ideal:

The file is applied perpendicular to the side lines of the nail plate or the end.
Movements with a nail file should be carried out from the bottom side.
The lateral edges of the nail itself usually run parallel to one another. Then you need to taper towards the middle. The stiletto design is an exception.

How to give your nails a round shape?

Making this shape is quite simple.

First, cut your nails with manicure scissors. It should be the desired length.
We round the corners with a nail file. The movements go from one edge to the other. Don't press too hard.
Then you need to remove the cuticle. An orange stick will come to the rescue.
You can also use nutritional products after the procedure.

All nails should be the same length.

How to learn how to make stiletto nail shapes?

Giving this shape to your fingernails is an art. That is why it is used by experienced craftsmen. As a rule, you can’t do without extensions here. Craftsmen use acrylic and gel polish. However, it is worth keeping in mind that such an eccentric manicure is only suitable for strong and healthy nails. It can damage weakened nail plates.

If you already have gel polish on your nails, then you should discard the stiletto, because you can ruin the coating and the existing shape. Typically, stilettos are extended using paper templates. The technique is like this:

We file natural nails. In addition, it is necessary to cut off the top layer.
Then the nails should be disinfected.
Lay out the templates and cover them with primer.
After this, you need to lay out the gel.
The length of the nail should be stretched according to the template.
Then we dry the first layer under ultraviolet light.
After this, we lay out the free edge of the nail with gel and, using tweezers, give the entire shape a bend. This can also be done with a brush and gel, but this technique can only be done by an experienced master.
Then you need to remove the sticky layer.
We file down the nail. We place the file horizontally, moving only in one direction, from the free edge to the side parts and, of course, to the middle.

. We remove dust from the fingers, treat the gel surface with a cleaner and apply varnish.

There is no need to make the edge too sharp, as it is very inconvenient and you can accidentally get caught on something.

Common mistakes

The most common mistake is completely removing the cuticle. This nail part protects the plate from infections. The more you remove it, the more intense the skin will grow. Therefore, it is recommended to soften it and move it to the nail base.

Amateur struggles with ingrown toenails are common. Sometimes it’s still worth entrusting such a problem to specialists, especially when it has dug deep under the skin and gone deep. When you try to cut it out, you can get an infection, but the problem will remain unresolved. If you treat your nails regularly, then such problems will not happen.

Another mistake is improper polishing. Some people think that using a polishing file will give you shiny nails. In this case, the nail plate loses its layers and becomes thin. It is recommended to use special tools, namely files with an abrasiveness of 900 to 1200 grit. Before polishing, nails and cuticles are treated with a nourishing and moisturizing agent. Using a nail file, it is gently rubbed into the surface. The nail plate gains additional elasticity and acquires a mirror shine.

For processing, it is better to use special nippers that cut the edges of the nail evenly. If you plan to remove a short length, it is recommended to use a file that will evenly file the edges and give the desired shape.

Manicure only outwardly seems like a simple operation. In reality, processing requires concentration. You cannot work with a file chaotically, trying to quickly give the desired shape. Nail plates, like any part of the body, require care and attention. They bear the entire load when working with varnish. Here, too, there are special procedures, the implementation of which is mandatory.

Do not apply varnish unless a base coat has been applied to the surface.
Do not tear off false nails.
You should not wear gel polish for more than 14 days.
You need to remove the varnish using special liquids, following the rules for working with them and leaving them for the required time. It is recommended to remove simple varnish with a liquid without acetone.

There are not many rules for the care and treatment of nails. Master them and your hands will always look well-groomed.

How to properly file your nails, watch the following video.