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How To: Fix a Broken Nail (Tutorial)

October 13, 2015 Katie Marie 16 Comments

How To: Fix a Broken Nail // FromMyVanity.com

We’ve all been there — all your nails are long, beautiful, and strong and you’ve painted them a fun color….and you break a nail shutting the mailbox! 🙁 In the past, I’ve always had to just clip the nail off and trim the rest of my nails to make them all match (I can’t stand if they’re uneven). But! There’s another way! Not only can you save the length of the rest of your nails, but you can save your manicure, too!

I can’t take credit for discovering this tip. I’ve seen it on the internet and Pinterest, but I think the first place I ever saw it was from CutePolish on Youtube. I highly recommend that you go watch her video, but if you don’t have time to watch a video, or can’t get it to upload, just keep scrolling to see my picture tutorial!

How to Fix a Broken Nail (Easy Tutorial)

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Broken // FromMyVanity.comSo this happened when I accidentally slammed my finger against the table the other day. After kicking myself for not being more careful, I pulled out all the supplies and set to work.

Step One: Remove Polish & File Nail

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Step 1: Remove Polish, File // FromMyVanity.comRemove the broken pieces, use nail polish remover (I like this one from Sallys) to take off all the polish that is on your nail, and file the rough edges away. Now you’re ready to start fixing!

Step Two: Find a Nail Size That Fits

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Step 2: Find Nail Size // FromMyVanity.comHere I am using a nail set from Nailene that you can get from most of your local drugstores. It’s really important not to pick a nail that is too big, or it will be very noticeable that you’re wearing a fake nail. A good way to go is to select a nail that seems to be a tad too small. Once you apply it and press it onto your nail, it will widen out more.

Step Three: Apply Glue & Press On

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Step 3: Glue // FromMyVanity.comI am using this nail glue that came with my Nailene kit that is called Ultra Quick Nail Glue, but if you don’t have this set, you can actually purchase the bottle by itself for just $2. I also recommend Kiss’s Maximum Speed Nail Glue.

Step Four: File Tip of Nail

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Step 4: File Nail // FromMyVanity.comFake nails typically have a little ‘tab’ at the tip of the nail that you’re going to want to file away (kinda gives away the fact that you’re wearing a fake nail on one of your fingers, lol). In this picture I’m using a glass file I got as a freebie with polish, but you can find similar ones sold at Sally’s Beauty Supply. I’ve been using glass files over the traditional kind of nail file and highly recommend that you make the switch as well!

Step Five: Paint Nail to Match the Rest of Nails

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Step 5: Paint Nail // FromMyVanity.comAll that is left to do now is paint your nail to match the rest of your manicure and you’re all set. Make sure to do as many coats (in my case, two) as you did on the rest of your fingers and finish with a top coat. If you’re curious, the nail polish color I am wearing is Cabana Boy from Jesse’s Girl Nail Polish.

FINISHED RESULTS!

How to Fix a Broken Nail // Finished Results // FromMyVanity.comThere you go — that’s all there is to fix a broken nail! It doesn’t take long and you can’t even tell that I have a fake nail on my pointer finger, can you?

The fake nail will last anywhere from 1-2 weeks, depending on how rough you are with your hands. For me, they tend to last the full two weeks. If you plan to change up your nail color, you need to be really careful with the acetone when removing the polish from the fake nail — it will start to eat away at the fake nail. But if it falls off, all you have to do is stick another one back on, easy-peasy!

Have you ever heard of this easy nail trick to fix a broken nail? If you have any other fun tips for nails, share them with me below!

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The products mentioned above were purchased with my own funds. I was not compensated in any way for writing this post. Affiliate links are used. All thoughts are 100% my own. :-)

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Comments

  1. Jamie | Makeup Life and Love says

    October 13, 2015 at 11:13 pm

    OMG this totally came at the perfect time. I just broke a nail and was sad because I thought I was going to have to cut them all. Totally trying this!!! Thanks for the tips girl!

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:42 am

      I HATE having to cut all my nails — it seems such a waste! I was so thankful when I came across this hack that actually worked so well 😀

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  2. Rachel says

    October 14, 2015 at 6:09 am

    I have literally broken two this morning, so thanks for this x

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:43 am

      You’re very welcome, Rachel!

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  3. nicol says

    October 14, 2015 at 6:07 pm

    ah great tutorial! my nails break easily these day but i don’t like the use of false nails

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:44 am

      Yeah, I’ve never been a fan of fake nails, either, Nicol. But since it’s only one nail that has a fake nail on it, I find I don’t mind it at all.

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  4. Maria-Isabel says

    October 14, 2015 at 8:04 pm

    Huh, I never thought to do this! I too usually just cut all the rest of my nails if one breaks. But this is such a good idea! Thanks for sharing!

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:45 am

      You’re welcome — glad to help a girl out. 😉

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  5. Sophia says

    October 16, 2015 at 3:45 pm

    Ahh such a great post – the false nails look so natural too, you never would have guessed!

    Sophia Meola | A Beauty, Fashion & Lifestyle Blog

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:45 am

      I know, I was shocked at how realistic the nail looked alongside the rest of my nails 🙂

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  6. veena says

    October 17, 2015 at 3:21 am

    I need to read more posts as this. I am so lame with nails.

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 18, 2015 at 11:23 am

      I am not the best when it comes to nails, but I keep practicing at it and have gotten better over the years. This technique to fix your nails is actually a lot easier to do than I had anticipated. And it came out so well on my first try! 🙂

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  7. janelle says

    October 18, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    If one breaks I always trim the rest too/. lol I never think to just fix the one nail. thanks for the post!

    janelle

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:47 am

      Glad you found it helpful Janelle!

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  8. Frankie CH says

    October 19, 2015 at 11:23 am

    Oh god, this post actually gave me goosebumps! Nothing worse than a broken nail, *shudder*

    Frankie | Crazyblondegal

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    • Katie Garvin says

      October 21, 2015 at 8:48 am

      I know, I HATE when a nail breaks! But now, it’s a little less heartbreaking 🙂

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