Pampering: How to Do your own Manicure and Nail Art

A lot of nail salons are flourishing all over Davao City. Nail arts and nail stamps are some of the latest services most girls are after because of the glamorous-looking designs (e.g. swarovski, glitters, etc) blended on top of each nail.  The problem is, they are generally expensive. Some of them cost Php40.00 and above for every nail.  So I came up with getting a Home Service Manicure instead - Nail Art style.

My cousin recommended me their neighborhood manicurist who does home service, and who also happens to be their friend. One of the reasons why I'm getting one so that I would know how to do it myself the next time.  I haven't done my own manicure not because I'm lazy, but just don't know how to start.  When the manicurist, Arlene, started doing the pampering for me, I started learning the steps.  Let me share you the procedure:

1)  Pick a color - Choose the best color for your nails.  Don't pick something that will make your hands look dull or old.  For me, I chose light blue for my feet and pink glaze for my hands.  Colors will depend on your skin type/complexion.

2)  Cut and shape your nails - There are proper ways on cutting and shaping them.  I prefer cutting mine shorter.

3)  To start cleaning your nails, spray a soapy water on them to soften.  Use a pusher and brush the dirt afterwards.

4)  Use a Nail File after cleaning to neatly shape your nails and its sharp edges.

5) Gently put Merthiolate solution on your nails to sanitize.  It also gives a pinkish hue.

6)  Let's start painting the nails. - Put on two coats of polish on each nail for the base color.  Let it dry.

7)  Top your nail with unique dots and shapes this time using a Nail Art Brush.  I chose flower petals for my nail designs. I'm also using a dark color to make it eye-catching.

Cutting your Nails

Coating on Merthiolate

Dots and Shapes

Flower Petals for the design

8)  Cover with glitters or colorless polish to finish your nail art.

Let me show you our finished results:

Pink-glazed base coat with flowers on the side

Powder-blue base with Red Petals

Orange-based coat and white petals

Rebellious Art

Every girl's whim is to look good from head-to-toe, even to the slightest part of her body -- her fingernails.  This gives her happiness and satisfaction.

For now, I'm feeling blissful to get my nails done!  Don't you think that these designs are as pretty as what we normally get from expensive nail salons?  .. And guess what? It only costs Php35.00 per pair for the service.  Looks expensive, isn't it?

Wise and Practical! :)  Watch out for new designs on our next Nail Pampering Session! :)