Wait 3-5 minutes before filing as wet nails can be more easily damaged than dry nails.
You can use a picture for reference if you are unsure about the exact shape you are trying to achieve. You will be able to refine the shape more when you file.
Be gentle at first, to make sure your nails are strong enough to handle the filing. If you do get breakage while you’re filing, stop immediately and apply strengthening nail oil to the nail. Wait 1-2 weeks to try filing again. Avoid using a back and forth motion to file, as this can cause cracking and splitting.
If they are slanted, you can use your 240-grit file to make adjustments as needed. Check the nails again once you feel they’re straight.
Try to make both corners even, rounding off slightly to the flat edge of the nail. It’s okay if you over file your first time, the nail will grow back over time.
It’s important to do this gradually to prevent over-filing, which can result in a more rounded look.
Do this very gently to avoid cracking and splitting.
If you have small pieces of nail leftover from filing that are still attached to the nail, use your 240-grit file to very gently remove the pieces by running the edge of the file over them 1-2 times. This will cause them to detach from the nail. Be careful not to change the shape of the nail as you do this.
If you’re planning to polish your nails, buffing can help the polish spread evenly across the nails. It would also be helpful to push back your cuticles to ensure smooth polish applications. If you aren’t planning to use nail polish, consider putting a drop of top coat on your nail before you buff. This will create a natural-looking luster.
If you don’t want to use color, you can apply only the base coat and top coat layers, which will protect your nails and give them a glossy appearance.
If you don’t want to use color, you can apply only the base coat and top coat layers, which will protect your nails and give them a glossy appearance.
