It's so easy to manicure short nails - short nails usually take less time and effort than long nails and look very cute, besides short nails are also very practical for typing and doing other tasks where it's very uncomfortable to do with long nails. long. Get started with Step 1 below for instructions on how to do the perfect manicure for short nails.
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Method 1 of 3: Preparing Your Nails
Step 1. File your nails
Even if your nails are short, you will still need to file them so that they have an even shape and smooth edges. Try to file it into a round shape, rather than straight.
Step 2. Moisturize
Apply hand cream, then apply cuticle oil to your cuticles and around the edges of your nails. Leave the moisturizer and oil on for a few minutes to soak in.
Step 3. Soak your hands
Soak your hands in warm soapy water for five minutes-- this will help your nails absorb cuticle oil.
Soak your hands one at a time if you want one of your hands free to hold your coffee cup or flip through a magazine
Step 4. Dry and scrub your nails
Remove your hands from the water and pat them dry with a clean towel. Scrub your nails with a nail buffer - this will ensure that your nails are completely dry, which will help the polish to adhere better.
Step 5. Scrape your cuticles
Use a cuticle stick to scrape your cuticles. This will make your nails look longer and your manicure look neater.
- You shouldn't cut your cuticles - they're needed to protect your nails from infection.
- You can also use a cuticle stick to clean dirt around and under your nails.
Method 2 of 3: Paint Your Nails
Step 1. Choose a color
Any color can look great on short nails, but the color you choose will depend on the look you're trying to achieve.
- If you have olive skin, try painting your nails a dark red and a dark purple, as the contrasting colors will make your nails stand out more. Light pinks and light oranges look fantastic on darker skin tones.
- However, if you want to make your short nails look longer, you should stick to pale natural colors. Choose a natural color that is a shade lighter than your natural skin tone.
Step 2. Apply a base coat of nail polish
Before you apply colored nail polish, apply a clear base coat. This will help make your manicure look smoother and last longer. This will also prevent the colored polish from staining your nails.
There are many different types of basecoats sold in stores - some will even strengthen your nails, while others will fill in any ridges or other uneven areas
Step 3. Apply colored nail polish
Once the base coat has dried, paint your nails the color you want. Try to keep the first coat neat and thin - this will help it dry faster and keep it from getting dirty.
- The best technique for painting your nails is to apply a dab of polish to the bottom center of each nail, then make one stroke down the center of the nail, all the way to the tip, then two more strokes on either side of the first stroke.
- Another tip for making short nails look longer is to not paint along the edge of the nail on both sides - leave a small gap at the edge of the nail. This will make your nails look narrower and longer.
- Don't worry too much if you stain your fingers with nail polish, you can clean the stain later.
Step 4. Wait for the nails to dry, then apply a second coat
After the first coat of paint dries, apply a second coat of paint using the same technique. This will really help define the color of your nail polish.
Step 5. Finish with an outer protective coat of paint
Use a clear white overcoat to protect the color of your nail polish. Make sure you run the brush along your nails, as this protective polish will prevent your nail polish from cracking.
Step 6. Clean
Use a cotton stick dipped in nail polish remover to carefully clean any stains around the edges of your nails and on your fingertips.
Step 7. Done
Method 3 of 3: Using Fun Manicure Ideas
Step 1. Decorate nails with ombre nail style
Ombre nails are a style of nail decoration using two colors on each nail, the lighter color blends with the darker color. This creates a really cool effect, which will look great on short nails.
Step 2. Decorate the nails in a strawberry nail style
This cute fruit-themed look involves painting a strawberry design on each nail.
Step 3. Do nail art
Nail art is drawing small shapes, such as flowers, hearts and stars on your nails. Nail art requires a steady hand and a little patience, but actually nail art is easier than you might think.
Step 4. Decorate with glitter nail style
Instead of just using nail polish, you can use a clear basecoat and some colored glitter for a fun glitter effect.
Step 5. Decorate the nails in a paint splash style
This style is a great way to bring out your adventurous side, using multiple colors on each nail.
Step 6. Try some other ideas
There's no limit to creativity when it comes to manicures - so consider trying some other ideas like taco nails, fish nails, bee nails, tuxedo nails, galaxy nails, gradient nails, cheetah-style nails and comic strips.
Tips
- Find a color that matches your skin tone.
- If you choose to use design, don't overdo it.
