When it comes to super-glamorous nail trends that have completely taken over your favorite local salons, “leather” and “pearls” are usually the first words that come to mind. Unfortunately, they don’t cut it for us single girls looking for all things chic and refined. Nails must be shaped to the ultimate perfection in order to display our best features without looking anything less than rockin’. But just because your nails have to look gorgeous and professional, that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice on the little things that define a grown-up manicure. When it comes to your nails being low maintenance, don’t you feel better about yourself? Ahead, we’ve shared seven simple techniques to keep the details hidden on your pixie cut, and make sure your every manicure is as adorable as it is easy.
Dabb: Place a little dab of nail cream onto your nails throughout the day and night.
Sponge: Instead of the usual padlike strip, use a medium-size sponge.
Drill: Download a few simple nails sets, like your very own DIY manicure tray, and use it for DIY cuticles, as well as damp cuticles and smooth polish.
Mix: To clean up a crooked nail, mix a small amount of mixing cream, a little bit of olive oil, and some ground pepper. Then, rub that mixture into the crooked nail.
No Polish: All you need is a few thin, spongy, pressed paste layers and a little bit of water.
4. Nail Polish Liner
Nail Polish Liner ($2) by Essie.
Nail Polish Liner ($2) by Essie. No Polish: If you still have years of life left in your nails, why not use the needle (or the brush!) of your whitening product to carve out a small, angled design? An 8-foot x 8-foot white bar will work just fine.
5. Blacking Out
Blacking Out ($24) by Sally Hansen.
Blacking Out ($24) by Sally Hansen. No Polish: Make these bold, hidden accents all your own. Add two coats of white and add more to your nail plate for a fresh, monochromatic look.
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