1. What to prepare before applying fake nails?
Before starting to apply fake nails , you need to pay attention to fully preparing the following nail training materials and tools :
- Fake nails
- Nail file tool
- Nail clippers
- Nail glue
- nail polish
- Wood stick
Some materials need to be prepared when applying artificial nails
After you have enough ingredients, the first thing you need to do is take care of your nails by soaking them, cutting them, filing them, polishing them, etc. For specific content, Beauty invites you to follow below.
1.1. Remove old fake nails or remove old polish
The first thing you need to do is erase the old polish or remove the previously attached artificial nails. Why do you need to do these two steps, because:
- If you don't erase the old polish on your nails, when you apply the fake nails, it will be very difficult to stick. And the consequence is that the fake nails will fall off 1-2 days after you apply the fake nails . Please note that you need to remove all the old paint, including the colorless paint layer.
- If you have applied artificial nails before, you should remove them to apply new artificial nails. Because fake nails after a period of use will peel off or be damaged due to impact. You can use acetone to remove fake nails.
1.2. Soak your nails
You should take the step of soaking your nails to keep your nails healthy. In particular, this step also helps your fake nails stick tightly and last longer. You can use hand soap or shower gel mixed with water to soak your nails. However, you should not use water containing oil to soak your nails, because this will make it difficult for your fake nails to stick to your real nails.
Nails should be soaked in water before applying artificial nails
To have strong nails and help the process of applying fake nails quickly, you should soak your nails according to the steps shared by Beauty. First, use warm water to soak your nails for about 5 minutes. When your nails become soft and smooth, use a towel to dry your hands and nails. It's simple, right.
1.3. Cut and file your nails
After soaking your nails, the next step is to cut and file your nails. You cut your nails with nail clippers and nail clippers, noting that the nails should be of even length. In order for the fake nails to easily adhere to the real nails, you should not cut them too short but leave a small edge of the nail. After cutting, use a nail file to even out the edges of the nail. So the nail cutting and filing phase is done.
1.4. Proceed to push the cuticles back
The soaking period makes the cuticles softer, so you should use a specialized tool or wooden stick to push the cuticles back. The reason you should do this is because it will help you stick the fake nails on the real nails without sticking to the skin.
The process of pushing the skin epidermis back
One point you need to keep in mind is that you should not cut but just push the cuticle back. Because cutting the cuticles will cause the nails to accumulate a lot of bacteria and dirt, leading to infection.
1.5. Nail polish
The last step is to polish your nails. Doing this step will help make the surface of your nail a little rough so it's easier to apply fake nails . After you finish brushing your nails, remember to wipe off the dust.
2. Apply artificial nails
After the preparation steps, Beauty will now guide you on how to apply fake nails safely, effectively and quickly. You should follow the following steps in order:
2.1. Choose fake nails and arrange them in order
The first step in the process of applying fake nails is to carefully select and arrange the nails in the order you intend to attach them to the fingers of your hand. You can arrange from your thumb to your little finger. And of course, the fake nail of the thumb will be the largest and gradually smaller for the next fingers.
Arrange fake nails in the order of your fingers
While choosing and arranging fake nails, you need to make sure that the nail you choose when applied will match the real nail. If the fake nail doesn't match, you can use a filer to file the lower edge of the fake nail to ensure it fits your real nail.
After getting a set of fake nails, many people often ask the question of how to apply fake nails . Usually, the most effective and simple way is to stick with glue.
If you have a kit to apply gel or acrylic, the steps will be more complicated. And now you should look for ways to do it on reputable websites or consult with professionals.
2.2. Attach the first nail
In the second step, you take a little prepared nail glue and stick it on the real nail and also use a little glue on the inside of the fake nail. Be careful not to use too much glue because using too much will cause it to overflow, requiring you to spend more time cleaning your nails.
Proceed to attach the first fake nail
Next, you skillfully slowly bring the fake nail close to the real nail, noting that the fake nail needs to match the cuticle line and have no gaps. Then, press down firmly on the fake nail and hold for 10 seconds so that the nail can stick firmly. One point to keep in mind is that you should attach the fake nail to your dominant hand first.
2.3. Attach the remaining nails
You proceed to attach the remaining fake nails according to the process that Beauty has instructions in step 2. You need to remember one important thing: for the fake nails to stick firmly, you need to press firmly down on the real nail and hold for 10 seconds. Please.
2.4. File your nails and shape them as you desire
After you've applied the fake nails to both hands, use a filer to file the fake nails into any shape you like. It can be either round or square nails.