“Hold the nail file at a 45-degree angle at the nail’s corner to begin rounding the corner of the free edge,” says Dunne.

Filing your nails is a good way to keep a uniform length and shape. However, it’s easy to file your nails incorrectly, which can lead to jagged, frayed nails, and even nail bed or cuticle damage.

Few people are formally taught how to file their own nails. In fact, you probably picked up your technique by watching other people do it. But, there is a method to the fingernail-filing madness ...

Filing your nails is an essential part of self-care and personal style. Embrace the natural shape of your nails and transform them into a work of art.

Tempted to try something new in quarantine? Why not pick up a file and try a new nail shape? OPI reveals the best nail shapes for every finger type.