Relax and Rejuvenate with a DIY Belvedere Lavender Manicure
Indulge in some self-care with a soothing, fragrant lavender manicure at home. This step-by-step guide will lead you through the process, leaving your hands feeling soft, refreshed, and beautifully manicured.
What You’ll Need:
- Nail polish remover
- Cotton balls
- Nail clippers
- Nail file
- Cuticle pusher
- Bowl of warm water
- Goat’s Milk Bath (optional, for a luxurious soak)
- Towel
- Lavender Coffee Scrub or Lavender Salt Scrub
- Lavender Hand & Body Lotion
- Base coat, nail polish, and top coat
- Cotton swabs
Let’s Get Started!
- Prep your nails: Remove any old nail polish with nail polish remover and cotton balls.
- Shape and trim: Clip your nails to your desired length and shape them with a nail file.
- Soak and soften: Add a few drops of Goat’s Milk Bath to a bowl of warm water and soak your hands for 5-10 minutes to soften your nails and cuticles.
- Tidy those cuticles: Gently push back your cuticles with a cuticle pusher.
- Exfoliate for smoothness: Apply your chosen lavender scrub (coffee or salt) to your hands, massaging gently in circular motions. Rinse thoroughly.
- Dry thoroughly: Pat your hands dry with a towel.
- Moisturize with lavender: Massage Belvedere Lavender Hand & Body Lotion into your hands, paying extra attention to your cuticles and the skin around your nails.
- Cleanse before polish: Remove any lotion residue from your nails with a cotton ball dipped in nail polish remover.
- Polish with care: Apply a thin base coat, followed by your chosen nail polish in thin, even coats. Seal your manicure with a clear top coat. Use a cotton swab dipped in nail polish remover to clean up any smudges.
- Relax and enjoy: Admire your beautiful lavender-infused manicure and enjoy the calming aroma.
Benefits of a DIY Lavender Manicure:
- Cost-effective: Pamper yourself without the expense of a salon visit.
- Relaxing and therapeutic: The lavender scent promotes calmness and relaxation.
- Beautiful and healthy nails: Enjoy a fresh manicure and softer hands.
- Convenient: Treat yourself to a manicure anytime in the comfort of your own home.
Tips:
- For a longer-lasting manicure, apply thin coats of polish and allow each coat to dry completely before applying the next.
- Use a quick-drying top coat to speed up the drying process and add extra shine.
- Reapply hand cream throughout the day to keep your hands moisturized and your manicure looking fresh.
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