How to Do Letter Nails

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Start with painted nails.

   Apply a base coat and 1 to 2 coats of your choice of nail polish.
   
   Let the first coat dry before applying a second one.Don't worry about applying a top coat just yet.
   
   This method is great if you want a handwritten font, such as cursive.
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   Step 2: Choose a 4 to 5-letter word.

   You will paint one letter on each nail.
   
   If you are using a 4-letter word, you can paint a simple image, like a heart, on one of your nails. , If this is your first time doing nail art like this, consider practicing first on a sheet of paper.
   
   For best results, use a color that contrasts with your background color.
   
   For example, if you painted your nails pink, white or black letters would look great on it! If you painted you nails a metallic color, consider making the letters a non-metallic color.
   
   Do the letters one stroke at a time. , Once you have your letters painted, take a close look at them.
   
   Are there any uneven areas? If there are, you can fill them in using your striper/thin brush and letter color.
   
   If there are any jagged or rough edges, you can paint over them using a striper/thin brush and your background nail polish color. , Let your nails dry completely before showing them off.
   
   You can do this by sitting in front of a fan for about 20 minutes, or by dipping them in icy-cold water for 2 to 3 minutes.
   
   Be careful with your nails for the first hour or sore, however; the polish will still be soft and easily dented! ,
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   Step 3: Carefully paint the letters onto your nails using a striper brush or a thin

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   Step 4: pointed paintbrush.

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   Step 5: Let your nails dry

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   Step 6: then make any touchups

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   Step 7: if needed.

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   Step 8: Apply a top coat to seal your work.

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   Step 9: Finished.

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