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How old do I have to be to do a French manicure?

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You can do a French manicure at any age, but if you're a child, and you want it to be clean and pretty, I suggest asking an adult for help.

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What does a buffer do for your nails?

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It smooths out the surface of your nails to make for an easier nail polish application.

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What other materials can I use?

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You can use a post-it note if tape isn't handy.

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Whenever I take the tape off, the edges look uneven and are a bit lifted. How can prevent this?

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Wait for the edges to dry more before removing the tape.

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What are cuticles?

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A cuticle is the skin that aligns and is closest to your nails. Whenever you apply cuticle oil, it helps protect your natural nails because it connects to the root of your nails. It is important to take this step before applying nail polish (and regularly at other times) because you do not want to have any critical damage or stains.

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What if I don't have a base coat?

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If you do not have a base coat you can try using a top coat but that will not work as well as the suggested base coat.

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Can we do this without a base or top coat?

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Yes, it is possible, but the polish would be more likely to chip off. The base coat gives the polish something to hold on to, and the top coat seals in the polish.

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