There's a lot more that you can do for you nails during your care and beauty regimen than just leaving the shape at what your clipper leaves it at. Making them look as good as possible also doesn't take as much time as one might imagine and there are some tips in here that men can use as well. Yes, guys, we can file our nails as well, and no one will be the wise, I promise.

Do you know the ideal nail shape for your manicure? Discover five different nail shapes and how to file them.

Oval

The tapered side walls of the oval create an elegant shape for women. Oval shapes flatter both wide and narrow nail beds, and add length with a graceful tip. To achieve the perfect oval shape, file side walls straight to make sure they're even. Then, shape the side walls into a rounded oval, making sure the angles are even on each side.

Square

With strong side walls and sharp or rounded tips, this shape is classic French. Read More