BEAUTY

Welcome back Readers, 

We all want our nails to look chic whilst not breaking the bank. I have conducted a small list of ways that you can keep up with your nail maintenance on a budget. 

There are three options to choose from you can either opt for the shellac look, the natural nail look or the acrylic/gel look. Please do bear in mind that I am not a licensed professional when it comes to nails. 

I recommend purchasing a manicure set as it will ensure that the base of your nails are firm and healthy before applying any product or nails on top of it.  

If you wish to achieve the shellac/acrylic nail look- 

1. Manicure set 

Prep and prime your nails before starting to apply any product on to your nails. This includes buffing your nails, pushing back your cuticles, cutting and shaping your nails to your preferred size. Clean the dirt under your nails and tweezer any skin around your nail area. 

2. Purchase a UV light 

This will help your nail polish last longer and it will not transfer onto your clothing. By using a UV light, you will get a more professional and clean look. 

3. Good quality nail polish 

Good quality nail polish will last longer than the regular polish available at a cheaper price. It may cost more but the finished look will be sleeker. When trying to achieve the shellac look, apply multiple layers of polish to get the most pigmentation and longer lasting nails. 

4. Purchase false nails and necessary products to apply

This is for the girlies looking to do their own acrylic nails. Make sure to stock up on fake nails from sites such as AliExpress, eBay or even Amazon. Don’t forget to purchase the tools necessary to apply the nails.

5. Apply a finished layer of clear nail polish 

Applying a clear polish onto your nails will add an extra layer of security on to your nails. Which will ensure that they look cute for longer.  

6. Apply oil to your cuticles 

Applying oil to your cuticles daily, will result in them becoming healthier, stronger and more hydrated.

To achieve the natural nail look- 

1. Manicure set 

For a natural nail look this is key as it will ensure that your nails look and grow as healthy as possible. Your nails will have a nature shine.

2. Purchase good clear/light pink nail polish 

This is optional you are not required to apply polish. Clear polish will prevent your nails from looking dull and will allow them to look shiny for a longer period of time.

3. Apply oil to your cuticles 

Daily application of cuticle oil is important to your nails especially if you want to achieve strong and healthy nails. If you want to rock the natural nail look make sure that you apply oil daily to your cuticles!