If you’ve ever gotten a manicure, you know the best part is after all the waiting and waiting for it to dry. What you’ve missed out on, is the process of making your cuticles look fabulous!

Cuticles should never be neglected, as they have a protective function.

We’ve rounded up a few easy ways to keep your nails in tip-top shape while spending less time than ever on your nails.

How to get a manicure for $6 – the easy way!

Now, how easy is it to get a manicure? With just a few items in the right places, you can create a simple DIY manicure that will take seconds to complete, and keep your hands in tip-top condition for less than a quarter.

Let’s jump right into the details and see what you can create for your hands and wallet.

How to get a manicure for $6:

BASE

First, you’re going to need a good-quality nail polish. Don’t buy the ones that you can find at the dollar store. If your nail polish costs less than $5, chances are you’re dealing with a cheap quality. Get the best nail polish or gel nail polish you can find.

Not only do cheap nail polishes dry slower, they may even be toxic! When you use them, you need to be very careful and protect your hands from getting too close to your mouth or eyes when the polish is still wet.

If you’re not feeling safe using a cheap quality of nail polish, you can look for good quality brand nail polishes like Sally Hansen. Sally Hansen brand polishes are designed to dry fast, are affordable, and last longer, which will mean your manicure will last longer and be less likely to chip.

Sally Hansen polishes are available in a wide variety of colors and finishes, making it easy to find the one that best matches your skin tone.

You can find all the Sally Hansen polishes at Wal-Mart, Target, and other stores around the nation.

MATERIALS

You’ll also need a nail brush and an emery board. A nail brush should be used to apply the polish to your nails. Nail brushes come in different shapes and sizes, so be sure to choose the one that will apply polish with the best coverage.

If you’re looking for a nail brush that doesn’t cost you a fortune, go with a good quality bristle brush. These brushes are affordable, but they may be a bit pricey at first.

If you want something more affordable, you can get a synthetic brush for under $10. These brushes may not be quite as durable as bristle brushes, but they provide you with a similar quality and look.

Emery boards are used to file cuticles so they look healthy and smooth. Emery boards can be found in most beauty supply stores, and most home improvement stores as well.

You can also pick up a few emery boards for $10 or less at Wal-Mart, Target, and other stores around the nation.

Nail files come in many different shapes and sizes. These files are great because you can use them to file down any hard edges on your nails, which will make your manicure look more even and pretty.

Nails files can be found in most beauty supply stores and in a variety of shapes and sizes.

Nail care is such a quick and easy way to update the appearance of your hands!

You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a great manicure. Instead, all you need is a few simple materials to make your nails look amazing.