Preparing nails before polish greatly changes how clean the finish looks. Shape the nails, tidy the cuticle area gently, then wipe off surface oil thoroughly. We cover base coat application and drying time step by step in an easy-to-follow way.

Recommended for: People who want a neat finish when doing their own nails.

- Tools you need

- Order of shaping

- Prepping the cuticle area

- Wiping off oils

- Applying base coat

- Estimated drying time

*Digital guide in PDF format. General care information only; not a substitute for medical advice.