How to do permanent nail manicure step by step

Permanent nails are one of the most popular beauty rituals among women. If you want to save some money and have the right tools, you can do this type of manicure at home and in very little time. Below, we tell you how to do it step by step.

How to make permanent nails step by step

The process of doing a permanent pedicure or manicure at home isn't difficult when you have everything you need. Make sure you have the following items before you start: permanent nail polish in the color(s) you like best (if you don't have any, you can use regular or semi-permanent nail polish), gel primer, top coat, cuticle cutter, nail clippers, nail file , UV light lamp , pure acetone , an orange stick , and disinfectant cleaner . You may also want to include a moisturizing nail polish or a moisturizing cuticle cream in your kit.

Before starting your permanent manicure, you may have already painted your nails, so you should remove the current polish using cotton soaked in pure acetone. Rub it over the surface until your natural nail can be seen.

Steps to make permanent nails:

1. Soak your nails in a bowl of water for 2 minutes. This will soften the cuticles and make it much easier to clean them.
2. Next, dry your hands and proceed to clean the cuticle area using the orange stick and with the help of the cuticle cutter remove the excess.
3. Trim and file your nails to the desired size and shape. When finished, use the soft side of the file to smooth the surface of the nail .
4. Clean your nails with the help of a disinfectant cleaner that removes any trace of dirt.
5. With clean nails, apply a layer of gel primer (or base) on the surface of each nail. Depending on the thickness you want to achieve, you can apply a second layer.
6. It's time to apply the permanent nail polish . You can use the technique you like the most (and that you know how to do), such as gradient nails or nails with geometric shapes in different colors, it's up to you!
7. When applying the polish on one hand, turn on the UV lamp and place it under the UV light for 1 minute until the polish dries. When finished, repeat the procedure with the other hand.
8. If you feel you need to apply a second coat of permanent polish , do so and repeat the drying process with the UV light lamp .
9. To finish, apply a layer of top coat and place your nails back under the UV light.

And it's that easy to do a permanent manicure! If you have the right nail kit and all the tools, it's just a matter of time before you become an expert in this beauty technique. Soon you'll be able to experiment with more elaborate designs.

How long do permanent nails last?

One of the benefits of permanent nails is that they can last for several weeks. However, it should be noted that if you do a semi-permanent manicure with a semi-permanent nail polish, the result may last much less.

For this reason, it is worth buying a good quality permanent nail polish that will allow you to have your ideal nails and enjoy them for 3 or 4 weeks . Also, if you include a good top coat in your manicure, the result will be much better and you will be able to enjoy your nails without fear of the nail polish getting damaged.

Tips and recommendations to follow

To make your nails look amazing and flawless, we have prepared several tips and recommendations to follow during your manicure that can help you achieve a good result. Believe us, your nails will thank you.

• Use excellent products
• Apply a moisturizing polish before using the gel primer to prevent the nail from drying out.
• Keep your hands moisturized with the help of an oil, cream or lotion.
• Put sunscreen on your hands before exposure to UV light.