Square nail – How to do it, special tips + inspirations

Square nails are the most common nail shape among Brazilian women. As the name suggests, this nail style is filed, completely straight, really resembling a square. In addition to being a traditional way of wearing your nails, it can also change in size and decoration.

There is no correct nail shape, it all depends on the style the person likes. There are many other shapes, such as oval and stilleto. The square nail is very classic because its straight shape from the sides brings a harmonized look, at the same time simple and elegant.

The square nail has been competing for its position as favorite among women. This happens because new nail models have been gaining ground. However, today you will see a little more about how to make this nail straight and, in addition, inspiration for innovating this nail style.

A square

Square nails never go out of style because they are very classic and not difficult to do. However, you need to be careful to file your nails the right way. If the ends are rounded and the base is straight, the shape created is the squoval. The square nail is completely straight, with the tips the same, forming a 45-degree angle as much as possible.

The square nail can be used by everyone. However, you need to pay attention to their size so as not to get in the way of your daily work or break them. In short, because it has a clearer and more accentuated shape at the ends, it tends to break more easily than rounded nails.

How to make a square nail

To make your nails square, there isn’t much of a secret. You just need to file the sides and base of the nail very evenly. Even so, see the following step by step to do it in the best way possible:

• First, choose sandpaper to get started. It can be made of any material: glass, paper or metal.
• Place your hand on a flat surface, palm down, and place the file perpendicularly against the base of the nail. First, you can cut the nail to reduce its size.
• Start sanding. Each person files at a different speed at the base of the nail, but the ideal is to avoid the “back and forth” movement, sanding only in one position and direction, until it is straight. This way, you prevent your nails from peeling, especially if they are weak.
• After sanding the base, move on to the sides. To do this, turn your finger towards your face. You must leave them straight too, so it’s best to sand in just one direction, but not too fast, so as not to raise edges.
• To finish, use a polishing file on the top of your nails. Then, use the same sandpaper, or a paper one, to remove the excess under the base.

Inspirations

Now that you’ve learned how to make a beautiful square nail, take a look at these inspirations and trends to make your own. Check out:

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Sources: Tudo Sobre Make, Women’s Tips, Beautiful Nail

Images: Decorated Nails, Pinterest