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Summary: To give yourself a manicure, gather the appropriate tools, including files, buffers, a nail brush, a cuticle pusher, nail clippers and lotions. Create a relaxing experience with the right oils, creams and other manicure tools using advice from a beauty professional in this free video on nail care.
Jacqueline Oliphant has been in the beauty business since 1996. Her skill set is vast, from nails to skin care, stage makeup and wigs, fashion and beauty. Oliphant is fully licensed in...read more
"Ever consider giving yourself a manicure? Today we're going to discuss that. Hi, I'm beauty artist Jackie O and today we will go over the procedures to giving yourself an ultimate experience of a manicure. You want to first consider doing your own consultation. Look at your nails, see what determines what you may need for your own personal customized manicuring service. You want to make sure that you have the proper setup which are your basic tools, your files and buffers, your nail brush, oops, cuticle pusher, you want a natural nail clipper, and for most purposes if this is necessary you'll also need a nipper. This is for hangnails. You want to basically just dip the hands in a bowl that you can find at home, put soap and water, soak it for three to five minutes, take your hand out, dry it, and apply your treatment service. Your treatment service can consist of oils, lotions that you can apply to your hands yourself. You can rub it in between your hands, massage your own hands, and give yourself a nice finishing experience to giving yourself a manicure. I'm Jackie O, beauty artist and today we have learned how to incorporate all of the wonderful things in giving ourself a manicure."
eHow Article: How to Give Yourself a Manicure