How to Fix a Chipped Manicure

Intermediate 10 min 12 steps 34811 views Rating: 4.6/5 Published: 2026-04-26

Buff the surface smooth.. Use nail-polish remover to flatten the surface.. Dab fresh nail polish over the chipped area.

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Steps

1

Buff the surface smooth.

Step 1

Buff the surface smooth.

2

Use nail-polish remover to flatten the surface.

Step 2

Use nail-polish remover to flatten the surface.

3

Dab fresh nail polish over the chipped area.

Step 3

Dab fresh nail polish over the chipped area.

4

Apply a clear topcoat over the entire nail.

Step 4

Apply a clear topcoat over the entire nail.

5

Snip off the chipped area.

Step 5

Snip off the chipped area.

6

Conceal the chip with glitter nail polish.

Step 6

Conceal the chip with glitter nail polish.

7

Use a different polish to create an accent nail.

Step 7

Use a different polish to create an accent nail.

8

Use a black sharpie to fix chipped black nail polish.

Step 8

Use a black sharpie to fix chipped black nail polish.

9

Add an additional color to create a color-block effect.

Step 9

Add an additional color to create a color-block effect.

10

Use several different colors to create an abstract look.

Step 10

Use several different colors to create an abstract look.

11

Apply a reverse French manicure.

Step 11

Apply a reverse French manicure.

12

Add nail art elements.

Step 12

Add nail art elements.

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