Nail Health Basics: How to Choose the Right Nail Shape for Your Hands
- edwardlinnyu
- Nov 18, 2025
- 1 min read
The right nail shape enhances comfort, durability, and aesthetics.Choosing based on trends alone often leads to breakage.
Satomi guides clients gently toward shapes that suit both their hands and their lifestyle.
1. Oval — The Most Universal
Oval is elegant, elongates the fingers, and resists breakage.Perfect for professionals.
2. Squoval — Best for Typing
Square edges with rounded corners:
stable
durable
perfect for keyboard-heavy jobs
This is the most popular shape among Satomi’s CBD clients.
3. Round — Short and Practical
Great for:
natural looks
minimal maintenance
weak nails
Round nails rarely snag or break.
4. Almond — Stylish but Requires Strength
Beautiful, but suited only for:
strong natural nails
structured extensions
Satomi ensures the right base before going almond.
5. Square — For Strong Nails Only
Square corners are prone to catching.Satomi usually recommends this only for clients who already have very strong nail plates.
The right shape feels comfortable, looks elegant, and lasts longer — especially with Auckland’s busy, hands-on lifestyle.
📍 Metropolis Hotel, High Street, Auckland CBD
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