How to Do a Manicure at Home With Photos

Real talk: doing your own nails at home can sometimes seem like a feat that can never be accomplished. Especially when you start thinking about anything more than just a single color. And trust us, we get it — popping into the salon, turning on the massage chair, and fully turning your brain off while you get your nails done is obviously the best option, but sometimes it isn’t the most realistic. Whether you just don’t have the time or the activity isn’t in your budget, know that there is another way.

A DIY manicure that incorporates nail art and proves long-lasting might seem like a tall order. However, we’re here to tell you that it isn’t. It just takes the right tools — and tips — to make it a reality.

Luckily for you, we’ve already done all of the heavy lifting, so all you have to do is keep reading. We’ve done the research for you and consolidated everything you need to know about an easy at-home manicure into six steps. We have even enlisted the help of a celebrity nail artist and a nail educator to share their best tips to make your looks last. Check out our tutorial ahead.

Experts Featured in This Article

Elle Gerstein is a celebrity nail artist based in New York City.

Yvette Holt is a LeChat Nails educator.