Tutorials
Every tutorial in this collection is written to be followed with wet polish and one free hand: numbered steps, drying times that reflect how polish actually behaves, and honest notes on which designs are forgiving and which punish a shaky line. We start from what most people own — a few polishes, a bobby pin, tape — before suggesting anything you'd need to buy. We also tell you what a technique won't do. If a design needs three coats and twenty minutes of cure time, the tutorial says so up front, so you can pick a project that fits the evening you actually have rather than the one in a sped-up video.
How to Apply Nail Stickers Without Lifting
Apply nail stickers to a clean, dry nail or fully set polish.
How to Do French Tip Nails at Home: 3 Easy Methods
To do French tip nails at home, apply a base coat and one or two thin coats of sheer pink, beige, or nude lacquer.
How to Do Ombré Nails With a Sponge
To do ombré nails with regular polish, apply base coat and one thin coat of the lighter colour.
Nail Art for Beginners: 10 Easy Designs to Try at Home
The best nail art for beginners relies on techniques that don't require a steady hand: polka dots made with a bobby pin, crisp stripes masked with…
How to Use a Nail Dotting Tool: Placement and Spacing
Use a lacquer-compatible nail dotting tool to pick up ordinary polish and place a dot on a dry nail, following the product instructions.
How to Use Nail Foil: Check the Transfer System
To use nail foil, first identify whether its transfer system needs air-dry adhesive or a professional lamp-cured gel.