3. Victorian Era Refinements
The Victorian era was a major turning point in the evolution of nail artistry and treatment. Professional manicure services and the first produced nail care products debuted at this time. Victorian women preferred a natural, well-maintaining appearance, with gently pink nails attained by meticulous buffing and the application of subdued colours. The development of the steel nail file in the 1830s transformed nail care and simplified achieving consistent forms. First nail care books were written during this period, offering thorough guidelines for appropriate nail maintenance and setting standards that would affect next generations.