DIY Acrylic Nails: A Step-by-Step Guide
Materials You'll Need
- Acrylic liquid and powder
- Nail brush
- Nail tips (optional)
- Nail file
- Buffer
- Top coat
Steps
- Prepare your nails by filing them to the desired shape and length.
- Apply cuticle oil to your cuticles and push them back gently.
- If using nail tips, apply them now and file them to the desired shape.
- Mix the acrylic liquid and powder in a small dish.
- Dip the nail brush into the acrylic mixture and apply it to the nail, starting at the cuticle and working your way down to the free edge.
- Use a nail file to shape the nails as desired.
- Buff the nails to smooth any rough edges.
- Apply a top coat to seal the nails and add shine.
Tips
- Practice on a few spare nails before applying acrylic to your real nails.
- Use a thin layer of acrylic and build it up gradually.
- Don't overwork the acrylic, as this can cause it to become weak and brittle.
- Allow the acrylic to dry completely before shaping and buffing.
- To remove acrylic nails, soak them in acetone nail polish remover for 10-15 minutes or until the acrylic softens. Then, gently scrape the acrylic off with a nail file.
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