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Do not use the seesaw motion. To shorten the nail, use the course
side of the emery board first and finish with the finely textured side.
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Work on
your nails carefully and with respect. Do not go overboard with your
manicure.
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To
check if your nails are well done run your nails over a pair of old
pantyhose. Your nails should not snag the hose.
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Apply
cuticle remover cream and gently push back the cuticles using a cotton
bud. Never cut your cuticles. Massage away dead skin using circular
movements.
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Apply
hand lotion and massage your palm of your hand with the thumb of your
other hand. This will improve blood circulation. Work your way all
over your hand and repeat with your other hand.
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Before
you paint your nails, clean them with an orange stick that has been
wrapped with cotton and dipped in nail polish remover and rub over the
surface of the nail. Remove any creamy residue, if there is none then
you can polish your nails.
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While
polishing your nails being in the center of your nail. Paint one
stroke down the center and then the sides of the nail. You should
paint a nail in three strokes. Let it dry completely before applying
the second coat.
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Apply color after your nails are completely dry. Use a base coat
before applying nail polish. Then apply a color of your choice and
do not apply a new coat before the previous one dries. You should
apply three coats of color. After applying color apply topcoat and
it will give added protection and help your nail color to last
longer without chipping.
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Store nail polish in the fridge. To prevent the cap from sticking
apply a little Vaseline around it.
