How to give your hands a homemade manicure? The Velvet Extension guide to perfect hands

Your hands need a manicure! Fragile, brittle, yellowed nails? There's nothing like a good homemade manicure to restore your nails' radiance and vitality, while stimulating their natural growth. growth. A manicure remains the essential basic treatment for beautiful, well-groomed hands. Discover our simple, step-by-step method for a home manicure worthy of a professional.

The essential equipment for a successful home manicure

Before you start, make sure you have everything you need at hand. If you don't already, order your Velvet Extension products and receive them in 48 to 72 hours, ready to sublimate your hands.

• Mild solvent and non-woven cotton (to remove old varnish)
• Emollient to soften cuticles
• Professional nail file
• Envy tweezers (for removing dead skin)
• Cuticle pusher
• Polisher or polishing brush
• Moisturizing cream and cuticle oil
• Base coat, top coat and colored varnishes

Steps to a perfect homemade manicure

1 - Preparing the nail

Start by removing the old varnish with a mild, acetone-free nail polish remover to avoid drying out your nails. Use a non-woven cotton pad for effective, gentle cleaning. Next, gently file your nails to the desired desired shape. Avoid nail clippers, which weaken the natural plate.

2 - Exfoliate and soften cuticles

For a clean base, exfoliate your cuticles with a suitable product or, failing that, natural olive oil. Then soak your fingers in a bowl of warm to hot water to soften cuticles and facilitate their regrowth.

3 - Remove dead skin and push back cuticles

Using your cuticle pusher, gently push cuticles towards the base of the nail without cutting them. Use to remove dead skin, taking care not to damage the skin. Your nails will look and well-groomed.

4 - Polishing nails

Use a polishing brush or polishing block to smooth the surface of your nails, removing ridges and imperfections. imperfections. Be careful not to over-polish to preserve nail health and natural curvature.

5 - Nourish and moisturize

Apply a nourishing oil to your cuticles and gently massage each finger. Finish with a moisturizing to bring softness and radiance to your skin.

6 - Apply base coat and varnish

To protect your natural nails, apply a coat of transparent base coat. Allow to dry, then apply your color varnish. Finish with a top coat for long-lasting shine and hold.

Velvet Extension tips for a successful home manicure

• Get a manicure once a week to keep your nails strong and well-groomed.
• Regularly moisturize your hands and cuticles to prevent dryness.
• Choose professional Velvet Extension tools for salon-quality results.
• If your nails are severely damaged, consider consulting a nail technician for appropriate care.

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The Velvet Extension team