The moment when the bride and groom exchange rings at the wedding is filled with infinite romance. At this time, the bride's delicate hands attract a lot of attention. Not only during this moment, but also when the bride holds flowers or toasts the guests, her hands are always the most noticed part by the guests. Therefore, the bride’s manicure should not be overlooked. Brides-to-be can now learn some nail care tips with the editor!
Cotton pads are more efficient than cotton balls and can better soak the nail polish remover into the polish. When choosing nail polish remover, select one that does not contain acetone. If you're unsure about the ingredients, choose one that doesn't have a strong [banana oil] smell. Additionally, if white powder residue is left on the nails after use, it indicates that the remover contains a large amount of acetone, which can damage the nails.
Facing so many types of nail clippers, it is important to choose one that fits well. If it's too small, you'll need to cut multiple times, which may result in uneven edges and possible nail cracks. A larger nail clipper may cut all at once but risks injuring the edges, hence it's not recommended. Generally, a size that can be trimmed in two cuts is ideal.
In recent years, shorter nails have been trendy as they look neat and healthy. Long nails may seem cumbersome. However, this varies from person to person. For example, if someone has shorter fingers, longer nails might create an elongated shape. On the other hand, hands with larger joints should avoid long nails as they might appear too prominent.
Edge trimming is an art
On one hand, it perfects the shape of the nails; on the other, it ensures smooth and even edges. The choice of product is crucial. Sanding strips come in different grits. For shaping, you can choose a sanding strip with 180 units of coarseness. If there are no such reference indicators, feel it with your hands. Although rough ones may work faster, they still leave edges uneven.
Just like a primer before makeup, base coat avoids premature peeling caused by natural oils in the nails and prevents colored nail polish from causing color deposits that directly threaten nail health. Even without applying nail polish, you can apply base coat to strengthen nail resilience. Many brands' base coats contain nourishing components.
The most important thing is to consistently apply nourishing oil. As for trimming, it's best to leave it to a professional manicurist, who is worth investing in. In fact, nowadays in Japan and Europe and America, shaping and polishing are done using grinding machines. Therefore, you can use fine-grit sanding sticks to remove excess nail edges or cuticles economically. Alternatively, visiting a manicurist once a month for edge management is economical.
This is a very personal choice. However, for Asians, most prefer glossy finishes, but indeed, due to skin tone, pearl gloss can easily appear old-fashioned. The key is to see how it feels on the hands. In general, glossy finishes tend to look more fashionable, especially brown tones in autumn and winter seasons, where gloss adds elegance.
Many people prefer transparent nail polishes, which can be considered safe colors. However, in autumn and winter, you can be bolder and try wine red or chocolate-like warm brown or red tones. Eastern skin tones match these trendy colors well, making hands not only fashionable but also surprisingly whiter.
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