1. Buff and file

Create a shape you like and buff the nail, so it is a smooth canvas for the following steps. 

The Stylfile set is great little kit for getting your nails into shape and includes an s-shape file and buffer.

2. Clean nails & remove dirt/oil

Make sure you remove any dirt or oil with a remover-drenched cotton pad before applying the base coat. If you skip this step, your nail polish might just peel right off. We don’t want that, do we?

3. Apply base coat

You don’t really need a thick coat, which will only slow down the drying process, a thin coat is totally sufficient. Try the OPI Natural Nail Base Coat – it will extend the life of your nail polish and prevent natural nails from staining.

4. Paint your nails with colour of choice

Now comes the fun part! Choose a colour you like and apply 2 coats, whilst always sealing the edge of the nail – to ensure super long lasting power. We love the nudes that have been used on our latest MINMAX shoot which is coming soon. How about you?

5. Use a quick-drying top coat

To finish it up just apply a quick-drying top coat and you are good to go. Our amazing nail technician, Angela Mari, recommends the Seche Vite top coat, which dries in a matter of seconds and leaves the nails shiny and glossy.

6. As a little extra

Oh, almost done! The last step is to moisturise your cuticles with some oil and treat your hands to a luxurious hand cream…and voila!  Easy, fast and hands that are pretty as a picture!