I have always used a nail clipper to do my nails, but obviously I can never keep them round using one, and they just don't look as good as other peoples nails who are nice and round.
Is it okay for guys to use "nail files" to round nails - if that's what your meant to use.. If so, what would I need to buy and how would I do it?!
Thankyou.
2007-01-30 08:55:30 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Other - Beauty & Style
I have seen guys in nail salon I dont think it should offend any one if you walk in a nail salon to have your nails taken care of the way you want it, if you can do it at home then it should not be a problem to have them done in salon it is your nail and think not of where and how you want them, every one wants to look good.
2007-01-30 09:02:09 · answer #1 · answered by maria fkun 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
As a straight female...definitely file the nails. I hate getting scratched accidentally because some guy is to homophobic to do something that might be considered "girly".
You should be able to get a man's manicure kit at the drug store. It should have all the gear...clippers, files, etc.
An emery board will work...they're about $1 at the grocery store.
Start one one side and file around to the other going in ONE direction. If you saw back and forth you will just damage the nail and it could tear...making your problem worse.
2007-01-30 17:17:56 · answer #2 · answered by jackie jo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure! File away =) I know a bunch of guys who file their nails and they look great! It is pretty easy to do. All you have to do is go to any store, like WalMart, and buy some files in the section where you would find cotton puffs and nail products. You'll have a whole selection of files to pick from. The basic cheap ones will work just as well, but you'll have to pick them up more often.
When filing, you can go back and forth, or you can file to one side. Most women who have real nails file to one side. This helps your nails not to split. The rest is kind of easy... All you have to do is stop when you think it looks good!
I'm really glad to see more men taking care of their appearance! Kudos to you!!!
2007-01-30 17:04:40 · answer #3 · answered by Stephanie B 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go to your local 'The Body Shop' store. They sell a 'pad' which is about 9cm long. It has 4 sides, each of which has a separate use ( as printed on each side). 1 = File nail edge 2 = Remove ridges 3 = Smooth nail 4 = Shine nail. I bought one last year and it is brilliant for nails and lasts a long time. If you are shy you can always say your girl friend has asked you to get her one. They are inexpensive to buy too.
2007-01-30 18:25:41 · answer #4 · answered by Sandee 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get an emery board from a drugstore. Trim first, then use the rough side to file initially, then smooth the edges with the finer side. I would recommend a more expensive nail file, preferably padded. If you have the money to spend on a man manicure, go ahead. It looks better and gives the impression that you take care of yourself.
2007-01-30 17:41:07 · answer #5 · answered by vk1983 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Oh my gosh! a man finally man enough to ask such a question! I am so happy! i think every guy should file there nails! it is unnatural for men to have long nails! Plus they hurt! clip them short first and then file them! It also helps to go get a male manicure at-least once a month! it keeps them clean and looking great! don't listen to other guys when they are stupid enough to think just because you want your nails to look nice your gay! it isn't true!
2007-01-30 17:07:36 · answer #6 · answered by missemmie16 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Finally a bloke who cares about his appearance!! Ignore the butt-ugly homophobes, there is certainly nothing wrong with any guy taking an interest in his appearance. Go to any pharmacy and buy an emery board. They don't cost much and you can buy them in packs. When filing only move the emery board, not your finger and file in one direction only to avoid damaging the nail. Happy filing!!!
2007-02-02 11:45:47 · answer #7 · answered by Dancing Queen 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
What a bunch of lame answers!!!
Of course it is okay to file your nails. Most nail clippers come with a small file attached to them. Of course, you cannot carry those on an airplane.
You can get a cheap emery board, or do what I do. When I go to my parent's house, my mom usually has one sitting around. it only takes like 5 minutes to do all of your nails.
2007-01-30 17:05:48 · answer #8 · answered by betatesterwood 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes it's ok for guys to file their nails. It's not gay. If your edges are ragged after cutting them, go to the drugstore and buy a nail file, either metal or cardboard and just smooth out the edges.
2007-01-30 17:03:06 · answer #9 · answered by Mimita 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes you should file your nails, otherwise the edges could get caught up in something and that can be painful.
Just go to walmart, Walgreen's, or wherever they have a beauty section and buy a nail file.. doesnt matter which one you buy really.your nails have to be a little long in order to file them roundly, dont cut them before you start filing, just file roundly. kind of hard to explain
2007-01-30 17:02:43 · answer #10 · answered by unlikelyrox 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋