Do Your Own Manicure Proposal (Printable Version)

Soft pink-nude French tips on almond-shaped nails—polished, glossy and perfectly prepped for a proposal-ready look.

# Products You'll Need:

→ Base & Color

01 - Clear base coat for nail protection and adhesion
02 - Sheer pink-nude nail polish, blush pink, translucent finish
03 - Opaque white nail polish for crisp French tips
04 - Clear glossy top coat for lasting shine

→ Prep & Finishing

05 - Nail polish remover for cleaning nails and correcting errors
06 - Cuticle oil for nourishmnt after polish dries

→ Nail Enhancements (Optional)

07 - Long almond full-cover nail tips for added length
08 - Nail glue or adhesive tabs for attaching full-cover tips

# Design Instructions:

01 - Remove any existing nail polish using remover and wash hands thoroughly. Ensure nails are clean, dry, and free of oils before proceeding.
02 - Choose your preferred length. If extra length is needed, select full-cover tips in the correct width and adhere using glue or adhesive tabs as instructed. Allow to set before proceeding.
03 - File sidewalls gradually toward the free edge to form a tapered almond shape with a softened tip. Check for symmetry and smooth rough edges. Dust off filings.
04 - Compare nail lengths and proportions across all fingers for a cohesive look. Gently refine as needed and ensure free edges are even and smooth.
05 - Gently push back cuticles with a wooden stick or cuticle pusher. Wipe away any residue or debris. If using tips, cleanse as needed with a compatible cleanser.
06 - Apply a thin layer of clear base coat to each nail, leaving a narrow margin around cuticles and sidewalls. Allow to dry as per product instructions.
07 - Brush on a thin coat of sheer pink-nude polish. Start just above the cuticle and pull toward the tip. Add a second thin coat once the first dries for more even, translucent color.
08 - Visually estimate the width of the white tip (outer fifth to quarter of nail length). Using a fine nail-art liner brush and a drop of white polish, mark the center low point and where the curve rises toward the sides. Connect marks with a gentle, symmetrical curve.
09 - Using the liner brush or bottle brush, fill in the tip from the outline to the free edge with white polish. Apply a thin layer, ensuring even, opaque coverage without excess bulk.
10 - Inspect from above and use a small flat or angled brush lightly moistened with remover to perfect smile line edges as needed. Avoid over-correction to prevent lifting the pink layer.
11 - Allow the white to dry, then apply a second thin coat within the same boundaries if necessary for solid, streak-free coverage. Avoid creating a visible ridge.
12 - Adapt the smile line to each nail’s size for aesthetic balance. Compare the curves and white depths across all fingers as you go for consistency.
13 - Once the base and tips are fully dry, apply one layer of clear glossy top coat over the entire nail. Lightly seal the free edge for durability.
14 - Allow polish to fully cure based on product guidelines. Once dry, massage a small drop of cuticle oil around each cuticle for a hydrated, salon-quality finish.

# Design Notes:

01 - Almond shapes and a high, soft smile line elongate the fingers for a graceful, romantic touch.
02 - Always allow layers to dry completely before continuing to avoid smudging the design.
03 - Use French tip guide stickers for added precision if desired, especially if new to freehand smile lines.

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