Nail Contouring: The Easiest Way To Fake Long Nails In An Instant
Written by Urvi DalalAug 21, 2020
We all know about the power of contouring — it can really switch up your look and give you that chiselled jawline and supermodel cheekbones without having to go under the knife. Now, it’s time to extend the same magic to your nails. The latest nail trend to have taken the beauty world by storm is (no points for guessing) nail contouring.
And guess what, like most trends that are suitable for those with long nails and acrylics, this one is perfect for girls with short nails — yay! This dope trend makes good use of negative space to give your nails the illusion of length — sounds great, right? Scroll down for a step-by-step guide to ace this genius trend.
How to:
Step 01: After cleaning, filing and buffing your nails, start with applying a clear base coat on your nails. This will help protect your nails and make your manicure last longer.
Step 02: Allow the base coat to dry and then apply a base of either a nude or light coloured nail polish.
Step 03: Once that is completely dry, take any dark coloured nail polish of your choice and apply it in such a way that it only covers the middle of your nail. This is your contour shade; therefore, ensure that you allow your nude nail polish to peek from the both sides.
Step 04: Finally, once the nail polish has completely dried off, finish off the manicure by applying a top coat to seal the manicure in place.
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Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!
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Written by Urvi Dalal on Aug 21, 2020
Writer, avid reader and hardcore beauty enthusiast is the best way to describe Urvi Dalal. With over 5 years of writing experience in the beauty industry, you can trust her to have the latest skin, hair and makeup tidbits on her fingertips. In her time working as a beauty writer, she has had the opportunity to interact and work closely with a string of dermatologists, makeup artists and hairstylists. All that knowledge exchange, coupled with her flair and love for writing make it possible for her to bring you some authentic yet fun beauty content. When Urvi isn’t working, you’d usually catch her curled up with a big, fat book, drinking a cup of tea or practising her makeup skills; there is no in-between!