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Question How long should my nails be for a manicure? - 25-08-08, 10:23 PM

I finally stopped biting my nails. (only took 18 years!) and want to go for a *real* manicure. I've had acrylics done before but since I have my own nails, I want to get a french manicure and was wondering just how long my nails should be? Currently their just about 1/4 of an inch over my fingertip
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25-08-08, 10:35 PM

for a french manicure you need to some length over the finger tip but it really doesn't matter how long they are as long as there is some natural white a tech can create great french tips with a french white polish . Your's sound more than long enough hun
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26-08-08, 10:32 AM

sounds fine .

its important to realise that manicuring is not just about the polish finish.
a good manicure can drastically improve the overal look of the hands and nails, even the shortest nails. additionally combined with a good aftercare regime and regular visits you will be able to acheive longer stronger nails and better skin.

well done for kicking the habit, thats a great acheivement.
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28-08-08, 11:21 PM

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sounds fine .

its important to realise that manicuring is not just about the polish finish.
a good manicure can drastically improve the overal look of the hands and nails, even the shortest nails. additionally combined with a good aftercare regime and regular visits you will be able to acheive longer stronger nails and better skin.

well done for kicking the habit, thats a great acheivement.
Just to reiterate what Susan said,they sound fine to me....if you have regular manicures with home maintenence,i.e cuticle oil,which i can not stress enough,you will get great results
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28-08-08, 11:30 PM

they sound perfect to me....french gives the illusion of length so for me clients only need a little free edge to create a lovely french finish.

well done on kicking the habbit..
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30-08-08, 12:02 PM

Yes, well done for stopping nibbling. The only thing that stops me is having enhacements on. If I don't, next thing I know I have no free edge left on any of my nails!
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