Manicure Tip: Don't Flood the Cuticle!

Hi guys! Today I'm just going to do a quickie post. Read on for a tip for when you're painting your nails!

Take a look at these two pictures of my manicures. Obviously, the colors are different, but what is the other main difference?

Essie Mint Candy Apple (Matte)

Essie Mod Square

You got it! The application! Notice that on the first mani the color goes alllllllll the way back, flooding the cuticle... Not very attractive. In the second mani, the polish doesn't go that far back. It leaves a tiny, tiny space, just before the cuticle.

Notice what a difference stopping before you paint your WHOLE nail makes! With a little more precision and care, you can achieve a look that is professional, rather than one that screams "I'm an amateur just slopping polish onto my nails!"

So! The next time you paint your nails, be careful to stop just short of your cuticle! It makes a huge difference and you'll be a lot happier with the result.

That's all for this post! See you next time!

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XOXO

Is