Painting your nails is a creative outlet for self-expression and can help complement your style; Complex techniques and designs have emerged during the evolution of nail painting, but they can easily be addressed with a systematic approach. When you dive into nail painting tasks, it's easy to make a mistake and get frustrated. Obstacles ranging from difficulty painting with your non-dominant hand to accidentally smudging the paint can push you to abandon the effort altogether. Fortunately, the art of painting your nails is a simple task that can be mastered through practice, a methodical system of filing, applying a base coat, and applying a final coat with even brush strokes. To establish a lasting foundation for success, you need to have clean, evenly filed nails. Using a nail file instead of nail clippers will allow for more control in achieving the desired shape; a nail clipper is more suitable for removing a nail rather than cutting nails evenly. You can follow the natural contour of the nails or perhaps cut them to give them a new shape. When filing, it is essential to avoid moving with a sawing motion, as this can damage the nail and cause the desired shape to become increasingly elusive. Rounded nails are less likely to break than triangular or square nails, since they don't snag on objects as often. The correct shape of the nails is up to the individual and may need to be adapted to their lifestyle. After making sure you have achieved the desired nail shape, you can proceed by applying the base layer to anchor the final manicure. When removing the brush, you should slide the edge of the brush against the neck of the bottle, scraping the paint from one side and... from the center of the paper... the layer alone increases the opacity and decreases the covering effect . possibility of the paint peeling. Additionally, using thin layers of polish will help the unpleasant lacquer odor dissipate more quickly. At this point, you will have completed a professional looking manicure without the expense of visiting a salon. These steps minimize frustration and are easy to remember, helping you save time and money over a lifetime of nail painting efforts. For many, knowing how to paint their nails can be a great help in fashion or perhaps even in helping those around them paint their nails. When done systematically in thin layers, along with appropriate intervals of drying time, this manicure should last about a week without chipping. By following these few steps you can create a professional quality manicure in the comfort of your own home.