Lindsay Yoshitomi

How to

Cure Gel Nails Without a UV Light

Gel nail polishes have become increasingly popular for their quick drying time and long-lasting wear. While gel polish can keep your nails looking great for weeks, curing the polish with a UV light can be dangerous for y...

How to

Stop Itchy Cuticles

Itchy, irritated cuticles are definitely annoying. You're probably wondering what’s causing the problem, how to stop the itching, and what can prevent it from happening in the future. Luckily, we’re here to help! Her...

How to

Restore Thick Dried Out Nail Polish

If you've got some old, thick and dried out nail polish, you can refresh it with a few different steps and techniques. Acetone generally works best, as it's the active ingredient in most nail polishes. If you can't find ...

How to

Remove Gel Nail Extensions

To remove your gel nail extensions, also called gel overlays, it's important to focus on keeping your nails healthy and undamaged. After you trim your nail extensions and soak the gel in acetone, scrape off the gel very ...

How to

Cut Acrylic Nails

Acrylic nails can be a great way to add length and shape to your manicure, but can become frustrating if they’re too long. To save some time and money, you can cut your acrylic nails at home in between salon visits. To...

How to

Do Gel Nails with Tips

Stylish and sturdy, gel nails take quite a bit of work to apply. With the right tools and techniques, you’ll be able to create a professional-looking gel manicure. To add length and drama, glue on a set of nail tips be...

How to

Apply Cuticle Oil

Cuticle oil is a great way to keep your nails looking clean and healthy. Start by applying the oil to each nail on one of your hands. You can drop it on, brush it on, or roll it on, depending on the type of applicator yo...

How to

Apply Nail Foils

If you’re longing for bright, metallic nails with lots of bling, nail foils might just be the product for you. These thin strips of foil might look intimidating, but they’re actually easier to apply than you’d thin...

How to

Have Pretty Toenails

If you're worried about your feet being spring- and summer-ready, the first problem area you should address is your toenails. To create pretty toenails, you need to first make sure your toenails are healthy. By trimming ...

How to

Paint Your Toe Nails

Painting your toenails is a great way to put your best foot forward. Thoroughly caring for your nails and choosing a color you love will prepare your feet for those summer sandals.

How to

Do Gradient Nails

Gradient nails are similar to ombre nails, but instead of being different shades of the same color, they are different colors. Knowing which colors to use is important, however; if you use colors that don’t go together...

How to

Dry Gel Nail Polish

With gel nail polish, there aren’t really any drying shortcuts. However, a few tricks can speed up the drying process. You can place your painted fingernails beneath an LED nail lamp or a UV nail lamp to cure the polis...

How to

Use Manicure Tools

Using manicure tools is an essential part of giving a manicure, whether it is to yourself or to someone else. Some manicure tools may look a little strange and not everyone knows how to use them the right way. However, y...

How to

Do Gradient Nails Without a Sponge

If you don’t have a sponge on hand, you might think gradient nails are out of the question. Don’t put away your polishes just yet! Cotton swabs are quick and easy if you're doing a basic gradient because you blend as...

How to

Apply Magnetic Nail Polish

Magnetic nail polish contains iron filings that respond to a magnet to form cool shapes and effects on the surface of your nail. Learn how to properly apply this type of polish to achieve the best results.

How to

Create Star Nail Art

Star nail art is a classic, yet fun way to incorporate something interesting into your manicure. You can achieve professional results at home either by drawing stars on your nails freehand or by creating your own nail po...

How to

Make Newspaper Nails

Nail art might seem difficult but it's not and you can create some incredible effects yourself at home. In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make newspaper nails, which gives new meaning to having the latest information...

The Safest Way to Remove Gel Nail Polish with Acetone

A guide on taking off gel polish fast without damaging your natural nails You’re so over your manicure but don’t have time to schedule an appointment for gel polish removal…Is there a way to do it at home? Why, of ...

How to

Apply Glitter on Nail Polish

One of the best ways to add a little more sparkle to your life is a glitter manicure. If you don't want to use glitter nail polish, you can apply loose glitter over regular nail polish.

How to

Stop Nails from Breaking

Breaking a nail is frustrating, but nails that break often can be even more annoying. You may be tired of having to trim down all of your nails to match the length of the broken one. However, there are some things that y...