7 DIY Tips For The Perfect Manicure

Sometimes getting to the nail salon can be a chore, other times we just would love to get things done ourselves. As a lady, your nails say a lot about you, giving you no excuse as to not keeping them in check.
Here are DIY tips to achieve the perfect manicure
Paint French tips using a rubber band.

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Put nail polish in freezer
Do this five minutes before application for smoother application. Also this trick helps with bubbly nail polish.
Vinegar and lemon juice

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This mix equals your very own nail polish remover.
DIY nail whitening soak

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You would need
- 2 tablespoons of Hydrogen Peroxide
- 4 tablespoons of baking soda and half cup of hot water.
Soak hands in mixture for a minute or more. Repeat the process till you have the desired whiteness and rinse. Add top coat to finish the look.
Ice water soak

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Add ice in a bowl of water and soak your nails for fast dry.
DIY matte nail polish

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Add corn starch to clear top coat and voila, your glossy nail polish would become chic and matte.
Use Vaseline to prevent over polishing

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Use Vaseline around nail edges to prevent the excessive polish spill.
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