From cuticle removal to nail nourishment and the best base and top coats, here’s how to achieve a salon-worthy at-home manicure, courtesy of two nail experts.

While a professional in-salon mani is always a treat, the ritual of an at-home manicure can feel just as luxurious if you’re a DIY type. And since we all got a little more practice over the past ...

In contrast, a normal manicure takes about 30 minutes. Step 1: Remove old polish. ... “You need complete control of the nail drill and an understanding of how far you can go down.” ...

2. Trim and shape. If you’re taking off a lot of length, start with a clipper, like Seki Edge’s stainless steel option.Cut the sides of the nail tip, then snip the middle to even things out.

Tap to read how to do a French manicure at home. Things you need A bowl of warm water, Towel, Base coat, White nail polish, Soft baby pink nail polish, Top coat, nail paint remover, cotton pads ...

What are the steps of a Russian manicure? ... This manicure technique is much more detailed and time-consuming than your standard Shellac appointment, typically taking a good two hours to complete.