Umstead Luxury Manicure Recipe
Make Umstead Luxury Manicure Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Nail Preparation
Soak
Moisturizing
Polish
Method
Nail Preparation
- 1
Remove Old Polish
Use cotton balls soaked in nail polish remover to gently remove any old nail polish from your nails.
- 2
File and Shape Nails
Use the nail file to shape your nails to your desired length and style.
- 3
Push Back Cuticles
Gently use the cuticle pusher to push back your cuticles, making sure not to damage the nail bed.
Soak
- 4
Prepare Soaking Solution
In a bowl, mix warm water with Epsom salt and essential oil. Stir until the salt is dissolved.
- 5
Soak Nails
Soak your nails in the prepared solution for about 10-15 minutes to soften the skin and relax.
Moisturizing
- 6
Apply Nail and Cuticle Oil
After soaking, gently dry your hands and apply nail and cuticle oil to nourish and hydrate your nails and cuticles.
- 7
Massaging Hand Cream
Apply hand cream to your hands and massage it in to keep your skin soft and moisturized.
Polish
- 8
Base Coat Application
Apply a thin layer of base coat to each nail, allowing it to dry completely before proceeding.
- 9
Color Application
Apply two coats of your chosen nail polish color, allowing each coat to dry before applying the next.
- 10
Top Coat Application
Finish with a layer of top coat to seal in your color and add shine, letting it dry thoroughly.