Having your nails done is a luxury most of us love to have, which is why DIY nails are so popular right now. DIY nails are incredibly easy to do and yes, once you perfect it it’ll look like you went and got them done by a nail technician!
Another benefit of DIY nails is how affordable they are. Going to the nail salon every two weeks can be costly, however DIY nails reduce those costs by plenty! Once you have your necessities for DIY nails, you will begin to notice how much you’re saving just doing your nails at home!
With that said, DIY nails require patience and time. They can be a little tricky to do yourself. However, overtime you will get the hang of it and they will look amazing! Not only that, but the more often you do it the quicker it will take you each time!
You may have many questions or concerns about doing your nails yourself and I am here to help answer those as well as show you some of my favorite tools and items you can use!
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How long will DIY nails last?
DIY nails can last a long while if you apply them correctly. In the next section I will show you the best steps to take in order to ensure the best application.
However, to address this entirely, a lot of people when first starting out with DIY nails may have issues with them popping off or chipping within days. There are many reasons for that, the main one being application. Nail beds can be oily, uneven, and more which can effect just how long your press on nails or gel paint can last. Following the next few steps will help with navigating that potential issue!
How Can I Do My Manicure at Home?
If you are familiar with my nail inspiration blogs, more of which you can find here, you know we need to start with the basics. Learning how to do your manicure at home can be incredibly helpful, but also not helpful if you can’t perfect the base of your nail. These next few steps will help keep your nails lasting a long time regardless of if you decide to use gel or press on nails at home!
Step 1: Buff out your nails.
Using a nail file and nail buffer, make sure the surface of your nails are super even. Here are some tools you can use for this important step.
