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A Russian manicure is a dry, precision nail technique that uses an electronic file (e-file) to achieve a flawless, clean finish by meticulously removing excess cuticle skin and exfoliating the nail bed. Unlike traditional manicures, it avoids water soaking, resulting in a polished, long-lasting manicure where the polish can be applied closer to the cuticle for a more refined and elegant look. 
 

Here's a step-by-step breakdown of a Russian manicure: 

• Cuticle Cleaning and Exfoliation: An e-file with a specific bit (often a teardrop-shaped bit) is used to gently push back the cuticle and separate it from the nail plate.  The drill's bits are then used to carefully remove all excess, dry skin from the cuticle area and nail plate, working at a slight angle to avoid touching the nail itself.  This process exposes the entire nail bed for polish. 
• Nail Surface Preparation: The nail surface is lightly buffed to ensure proper product adhesion for the polish.  The technician may use alcohol to clean the nails and remove any dust. 
• Nail Polish Application: A nail dehydrator and primer are applied to the nail.  A base coat is then applied and cured under a UV lamp.  Builder gel is applied in layers, working to create a smooth, even surface and an "apex" or high point on the nail. Each layer is cured under the lamp.  The color polish is then applied in two thin layers, with each layer cured under the lamp.  A top coat is applied and cured, ensuring the edges are capped to prevent the polish from running onto the cuticles. 
• Finishing Touches: The sticky layer from the top coat is wiped off with alcohol.  Cuticle oil is applied to rehydrate the skin around the nail.  The process concludes with the final removal of any excess skin, resulting in a pristine, long-lasting manicure.