Apply Nail Polish when You Have a Visual Disability

Being blind or visually impaired doesn't need to stop you from enjoying the fun of nail polish. While polished nails do end up looking quite nice, applying nail polish with a visual disability does have its challenges. Somehow the brush slips, the polish lands on your finger rather than your nail, and you're somehow finished to a Fix Smudged Nail Polish on one of your nails. It takes practice, as well as a few techniques and tools, to learn how to apply nail polish smoothly with ease. This article will teach you how, as well as some ways to make applying nail polish easier for yourself.

Steps

Preparing Yourself

  1. Have a bright light next to you. If you're visually impaired, consider having a bright, goose-neck lamp next to you while you paint your nails. The bright light can make painting your nails easier to see, making a different when you apply the nail polish. You may want to set up the lamp on a table and paint your nails there so the lamp can hold itself.
  2. Clean your nails daily. Scrub your nails with a pumice stone or soft scrubbing brush, warm water, and soap. Every week you should scrub your nails with lemon juice to keep them white and healthy. [1] Having clean nails makes it easier to polish them.
    • You may want to clean your nails right before you apply the nail polish. Try washing your nails thoroughly with soap and warm water. Using an orange stick can also help clean your fingertips.[2]
  3. Know what nail polish you'll be using. Have your nail polish color out ahead of time so you'll be prepared to apply it on your nails. If you're using multiple colors on your nails, prepare both colors and leave them in a spot where you won't lose them, until you're ready to begin applying your nails with nail polish.
  4. Store the nail polish in the fridge. Allow the nail polish to stay cool by placing it for several hours in the fridge. Using slightly cool nail polish makes it less complicated to apply it on your nails, because you're able to feel the coolness on your fingertips. You're less likely to avoid applying the polish on your nails if you allow it to chill in the fridge for a couple hours before using. [3]
  5. Consider using a nail polish pen. A nail polish pen is similar to a felt pen and is a lot easier than normal nail polish brush. The pen is simple to grasp and can prevent you from accidentally brushing on your skin. [4] You may also find a nail polish pen easier to use when adding designs and decorations on your nails, if desired. These pens come in different colors so you may wish to use it instead of a normal bottle of nail polish.
  6. Lay newspapers around the area when applying the nail polish. Prepare your area with plenty of newspapers to prevent any furniture from getting stained with nail polish. Sometimes accidents do happen when you apply nail polish, so leaving a few sheets of newspaper on your surface will keep the furniture protected and safe. [5]

Applying the Nail Polish

  1. Prepare to polish your nails. File, trim, and push the cuticle down gently using cuticle cream and a manicure tool. Preparing and cleaning your nails will make them easier to brush and apply polish, as the nails are smoother and cleaner.
    • Consider buffing your nails before applying the nail polish for a glossy look, if desired. [6]
  2. Hold the nail polish brush. Ensure you hold on to the nail polish brush well. Hold the nail enamel brush with your middle finger, holding onto the handle of the brush between your thumb and index finger. Doing this technique will allow you to grasp the brush easily, allowing you to apply the nail polish on your nails with ease. [7]
  3. Brush the nail polish on your nails. Brush the polish using smooth strokes from the base of the nail to the tip. Try to reach the corners as best as you can, but refrain from over-applying. Using a nail bed protector with an open cover will ensure you only brush your nail rather than your skin. While you apply the polish, use one hand for applying the nail polish and the other hand to feel you skin so you don't mistakenly paint the your fingers. [8]
    • Try only applying three large strokes onto each nail, making one stroke in the middle of the nail and the other two strokes on the left and right of the nail. [9]
  4. Allow the nails to dry. It takes usually about 5-15 minutes for nail polish to dry, but an hour for it to completely dry. [10] You may want to read your nail polish's package instructions for the exact time. Usually if the polish does not feel sticky when lightly touched with your finger, the nail polish has dried.
  5. Add another coat of polish and allow it to dry. Gently run around the skin area of your nail, applying nail polish remover with a Q-tip or a cotton ball. You may also find it easy to use a nail polish corrector pen which you can find in many drug stores. [11]

Tips

  • You can also apply a base coat onto your nails before starting to apply the nail polish. This can protect your nails from staining and yellowing. [12]
  • Try applying Vaseline on the skin and cuticle that surrounds each nail. If you mistakenly get nail polish around this area, you can wipe it off easily once the polish dries. [13]
  • When removing the brush from the bottle, gently wipe the brush on the bottle tip to eliminate any dripping from the brush. Use your fingers to guide you when removing any excess nail polish.
  • These same steps and methods apply with your toes, if you're wanting to apply nail polish on your toenails. However, you may find it easier to sit down on the floor while you apply the nail polish for comfort while sitting.
  • Consider using a clear top coat as it lasts longer. [14]
  • For shiny, bright nails apply clear nail polish as a second layer when repainting your nails.

Warnings

  • Opened nail polish starts to thicken after 2-3 months, making it more difficult to apply. [15]
  • When trimming your nails, never use nail clippers or scissors to clip your cuticles. This can cause cuts into your skin and may cause an infection. [16]

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References

  1. ↑ http://www.listotic.com/6-easy-ways-to-whiten-your-nails/
  2. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  3. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  4. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  5. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  6. ↑ www.stylecraze.com/articles/what-is-nail-buffing-and-how-to-do-it-at-home/#gref
  7. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  8. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  9. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  10. ↑ http://www.sallybeauty.com/How-long-does-it-take-for-polish-to-dry-completely%3F/FAQ_NAILS_084,default,pg.html
  11. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  12. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  13. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  14. ↑ http://www.visionaware.org/info/everyday-living/essential-skills/personal-self-care/fingernail-care/1235
  15. ↑ http://www.more.com/beauty/nails/nail-polish/nail-polish-fixes-thick-or-sticky-polish
  16. ↑ http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/nonsurgical-nail-removal-for-fungal-nail-infections
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