If you’re a crossdresser or transgender woman, then you know what can impact clothes, hair, and makeup can have on your appearance.
But let’s not forget about the little details, like your hands!
While you can’t change the structure of your hands, the good news is that there are simple ways to help minimize their size and create a more feminine look.
In this blog post on how to get feminine hands, I share 4 dos and don’ts for feminizing your hands. Let’s dive in!
DO Invest In The Right Grooming Tools
Since we’re constantly using our hands, they’re a natural magnet for attention. That means that neatly groomed hands and nails are a must.
Good grooming doesn’t have to take much time – especially when you use the right tools. Here are a few items you should have in your arsenal:
- Nail brush – This is an essential tool for cleaning under the fingernails.
- Glass nail file – A glass nail file is gentler on the nails, so it’s a better option than an emery board or metal nail file.
- Nail buffer – Use a nail buffer to give your nails a natural shine without having to use polish.
- Hand cream – Hand creams are thicker than body lotions, so they offer extra hydration for hands and nails.
DON’T Make These Manicure Mistakes
Whether you go to a salon or do it yourself, getting a manicure is a great way to polish your feminine look.
That said, there are a couple mistakes you’ll want to avoid:
- Avoid nails that are too long or too short. Both of these extremes tend to make the fingers look larger and thus, more masculine. The most flattering nail length is about 1/8″-1/4″ past your fingertips.
- Avoid dark nail polish colors. If your hands aren’t your strong point, avoid dark colors and stick with neutral tones that blend into your hands. Flattering color choices are soft pink, nude, or ivory.
DON’T Forget Hairy Knuckles
This seems obvious, but it still needs to be stated: If you have hairy knuckles, don’t forget to shave them when presenting yourself as a woman.
No need for such a simple detail to run an otherwise impeccable feminine image!
DO Use Jewelry To Your Advantage
Rings and bracelets can definitely make your hands look prettier, but there are a couple important rules to follow:
- Avoid dainty jewelry. If you have larger hands, they can overpower delicate jewelry. Instead, look for chunkier jewelry styles that suit the proportions of your hands.
- Keep it low key. Flashy rings and bracelets call attention to an area you may want to downplay. That means one or two simple pieces is all you need. Instead, keep the focus on your face with a statement necklace or beautiful earrings.
In conclusion
Even if your hands aren’t your favorite feature, they don’t have to detract from a feminine look. Apply these tips and your hands will blend in beautifully.
As always, I’d love to hear your thoughts. How do you feel about your hands? Do you have any additional suggestions to add to this list? Please share in the comments below!
Love,
Lucille
P.S. Hands are just one important detail of many. To evaluate your full feminine image, download my free Flawless Feminine Image Checklist below!
I am partial to pink
I’m trying to grow my nails, but keep breaking them. Do you have any tips on how to reduce/minimize breakage?
Any time I have long fake nails on or done I automatically start having and using more feminine gestures! I think it is because the nail length requires me to do everything differently and more delicate and deliberately! I ❤️ how they look and make me feel as well!
I am with you Allyson… a nice feminine touch..
You may want to Watch those manly scratches and cuts while doing guy things too. Cuts and scratches = not feminine.
I keep my hands feminine looking by visiting the nail salon every three weeks. I have been getting gel manicures with clear finish, but my nail tech, Karen, said I would look better with pastels or even red polish, so that is what I get now. Every other visit I get a pedicure too and match the polish on my fingernails. Also, I apply moisturizer 3-4 times a day to my hands and nail cuticle oil every day, too.
These are good suggestions. One other suggestion for those with larger hands given to me was to sort of bend you middle and ring finger which decreases the bulk of the hand/fingers.
I’ve actually never had trouble with my hands. They’re delicate and feminine naturally with long fingers and a rounded palm, no hair at all and I have very slender and dainty wrists. I have a lot of natural feminine features that make me pass well but my hands have never caused me issues and my man adores my wrists.
I went the opposite side; my nails are exceptionally long, due my dancing carreer, and most people view them as feminim.
Those are amazing, but how do you not poke your eye out when you scratch your nose…?
It might also have to do with the fact I am Hermaphrodite (aka Bigender)