Hi TGs! Today I'm answering a snail-mail letter from Mia.
Q: I'm always asking others to paint my nails on my right hand since it's almost impossible for me to use my left and do a good job. Is there ANY way for me to paint my nails of my right hand myself?
Claire answers: Mia, I totes feel your pain! I have been a nail polish fan for years and, being right handed like you, did a pretty wonky job when using my left hand when I started out. Like most things you'll get better at it the more you practise! Trust me,it gets easier.
Try these tips (which, by the way, should also work for left-handed TGs who struggle to paint the nails on their right hand):
Slow and steady: Go for precision and care, no matter how long it takes. Try painting each nail in three strokes: left, right, then straight down the middle. This should minimise mess.
Do a repair job: if you paint some of a nail's surrounding skin (as even professional manicurists sometimes do!), you can fix it up. Wait for your nails to dry, then take a toothpick, wrap a small amount of cotton wool around its tip, dip it in remover and use this as a tool to tidy up your nail. Sorted!
Choose carefully: you might find a wide brush easier to work with. It might be easier, too, if you find a brush attached to a nice chunky bottle cap to hold.
Mia, I hope this was helpful.
Love,
Claire XOXO