This DIY Manicure Is So Easy, You'll Never Spend Money at a Nail Salon Again

Prep your nails by removing your nail polish and cutting and filing your nails into your desired shape. If you aren't sure which nail shape you want to go with, check out our handy nail shape guide. For your most long-lasting manicure, Holt suggests wiping your nails with a rubbing alcohol to make sure there is no excess moisture on your nail beds before applying a base coat.