You're applying nail polish wrong - a common mistake can get very messy, how to get a cleaner application

A NAIL specialist has shared their tip for perfect nail polish application.

They said a common mistake made by many could explain why the process can get very messy.

But it doesn't have to be like that said Young Nails (@youngnailsinc) and it can in fact be a cleaner operation altogether.

The days where nail polish goes everywhere but the nail itself could be a thing of the past if you follow their directions.

Young Nails should know what they are talking about. “We make professional nail products," they said.

They must be nailing it because they have over 2.8 million followers and another 86.3 million likes.

The platform is dedicated to nail art and they share many decorative techniques.

Amongst these are the marbling effect, chrome effect, and glitter to name just a few.

But there was also a focus on good nail health including paying attention to cuticle care too.

This post, however, was about gel polish and how to apply it.

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Apparently, many fans of a well-manicured fingernail have been getting it all wrong.

“This is the most common mistake with gel polish," they said and explained why.

“A huge mistake in gel polish application is starting at the cuticle.

“This can get very messy. If you want clean cuticles start from the middle of the nail."

Then they advised "to slowly work your way up. When you get to the top this is where you can push, nice and easy to get a clean cuticle application."

There was a lot of interest in the post with over 35,000 likes.

Many commenters were grateful for the tip.

“Omg, thank you for sharing," said one person.

While another agreed, it was the best method: “It’s the only way to polish," they said in conclusion.