Beauty Tips from O, The Oprah Magazine Beauty Editors
Quick, easy tips on mascara, perfume, SPF foundation, exfoliation and more.
O, The Oprah Magazine | From the July 2008 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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If they won't grow and they split frequently, you might want to rethink your manicure technique. Use an emery board with a high grit, which means that it's fairly smooth, says Elle, a celebrity manicurist in New York City. Crystal files are good, but never use a metal one (too hard). And never file in a back-and-forth motion, which can cause the nail to tear. File in one direction only, in the same shape as your cuticle, because that's the shape least likely to break. |
