Wash and dry your hands first
Use clean, sharp nail clippers or manicure scissors
Cut nails when they are soft, such as after bathing
Trim nails straight across
Leave a small white edge
Round the corners slightly with a file
Avoid cutting nails too short
Cut slowly to avoid splitting or tearing
Clean under the nails gently if needed
File rough edges after trimming
Disinfect nail tools regularly
Do not cut cuticles
Stop if the nail is painful, swollen, or infected