How I shaped these nails from fanning out to oval. [Nail technician explains]

Changing the shape of the nails is possible (sometimes) by skilfully and gently adjusting the sides to make them grow more even. Somehow wearing polish helps in this case to make the nails less flat and extend the nail bed.

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[technochocolate]

Does this mean I could finally have pretty nails? I've never dared to hope...

[linmonPIE]

I have never in my life really been interested in doing my nails, maybe because I have those what I called “shovel shaped” nails (fan shaped sounds better though) and didn’t think it was possible for me to have the pretty oval shape. Boy am I glad YT decided to randomly recommend your video to me ❤

[Oliveoilextravergine]

i wish i would find someone like you here in my hometown, who really cares about nails ... most of the manicurist and pedicurist here just go for the nails to look good for the moment but not for the future and become healthy.😊

[lesleydavis]

I have wide nails and never thought this was possible. Also I’ve always heard that filing nails back and forth can damage them thanks again for showing that it’s possible.

[blackandwhite]

This is me. I don't know how I figured it out but I used to hate my nail beds too because they're too wide. But then I started making almond shape and it fixed all of my problems. And I was no longer embarrassed anout my nails. Now I do manicure once a week and my nails are one of the things I love about my body the most.

[walpurgisnight]

I'm a bit late, but I had very short square nail beds growing up. After many years now of doing my own nails, I have encouraged them to be much longer and more narrow/oval. Like anything, you just have to be consistent! ❤

[MsBubu]

I never knew you can train your nails bu filing them, always thought the shape would always be the same. I will have to try! Thank you! ☺️

[arisha]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. MY NAILS GOT STRAIGHT FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE.
of course I had to be patient and it took a few months of those weekly shapings (the method told in this video) and now they look so much straighter and I lovw them better.
You are my teacher and I am thankful ❤

[dovedove]

Thank you so much for doing these videos on wide/fanning nails... its a problem I suffer from but there is very little information to be found online about it. Glad to finally have some expert advice - thank you ❤ xx

[shirley-ann]

The difference is amazing, her nails looks so pretty with her new nail shape ❤

[Marta_Maeldeis]

The way you file is mesmerising. A true master of her craft. Your file is an instrument to your talent and I have learned so much just from watching you work your magic .

[radleyrayne]

I have worn false nails for nigh on 25yrs as my own nails are paper thin (my mum & a lot of her family are the same) I am at the point now that I cannot have my own natural nails as the feeling without them is alien to me & they are still so soft & papery that I cannot file them without them ripping & they won’t grow nicely. I’ve recently learned how to do BIAB & 3 weeks ago I gave up the false nails, I have fan nails too & now after watching your videos on how to shape them along with the builder gel coat on them I actually have nice natural looking nails that are strong & dare I say quite pretty 💅🏻 I’m also treating my cuticles better & pushing them back gently with remover & not trimming them & also using a little oil on them daily, all of this has helped with the overall shape of my nails & has helped them look less fanned out. Many thanks for your advice ❤

[kyliestockholm]

I’ve never wanted to draw attention to my hands because of my nails… thank you. ❤️

[CP-zbky]

Everyone's nails are so different. My nails are hard and curl down on both sides, I had to shape tip of my nails flat so my nails would look like elongated squares rather than triangles if I had shaped the tips like yours. And it does make it easier for me, just cut the tips straight across, no filings needed. My nails seem to stay strong, as long as I don't apply nail polishes or go to nail salons that seem to easily damage and weaken the nails.

[quantquill]

Thank you for sharing how you helped change the shape of your client's nails. It really does take time and there are no miracle fast cures or changes. I learned a lot from your channel, from advice on helping get your nails healthier. 💎

I stopped biting and chewing my nails around March 2023 after 50 years, and it has taken until December for me to go longer than 2 weeks without a nail breaking. I keep them polished and always use base coats, I file them with a glass / crystal file once a week, I use cuticle oil and lotion constantly, and I still have peeling on two of my nails (but instead of all 10!). Next, now it's cold out, will be to try warm jojoba soaks and see how that might help.

The weirdest part is relearning how to type! I could always type with my fingertips and never touch my nails to the keys until now. 😅

[dianneporter]

You are so slick and quick with the angle of the file that it appears at times you are filing into the sides of the nail but obviously you are not. I am always aware not to go too deep because of possible breakage. You made such a difference to the shape of her nails.

[Keapix]

I have this problem, so it’s good to know there’s hope! I’ve only recently realised that the nails on my middle fingers look they’re growing at a slight sideways angle, instead of straight down, so they’re particularly tricky for me.

[jenw]

This was fantastically helpful! I have nails just like your client, though with better “cuticles” now due to your videos. Thanks for sharing exactly how you shaped her nails!

[vedas]

I’ve been doing this per your instructions a while back. My nails are looking great. My main problem is my non-dominant hand looks way better than my dominant hand.😂

[TheCelestialhealer]

Aaa, a ray of hope. Gently and slowly ❤. Thank you so much 🙏