Nail files, trimmers, and cuticle pushers.

All tools you’ve heard of, right?

But do you actually know how to use them?

Woman using cuticle pusher

Take a cuticle pusher for example.

According toShape Magazine, a cuticle pusher is used to like the phrase says push back your cuticle.

The premise doesn’t seem too complicated in theory, but the cuticle is a sensitive area of skin.

Pushing back cuticles

You don’t want to hurt yourself or your nails in the process.

That said, it’s crucial that you follow specific directions toremove your cuticlessafely.

Remember: Don’t do it too hard, or you’ll hurt yourself.

Push back the skin to your desired length and you’re all set.

Manicure prep is complete!

There’s just something about a cuticle-free manicure that looks so good, right?

It’s important to remember, though, that your cuticle is there for a reason.