I am lucky with naturally strong nails. I have them polished but cut and shape them myself. It is very inexpensive here and they can do a better job (I did my own most the time until moving here.) Usually...

I have a pedicure once a month. I have finally started having the "flower with fake gems" on my big toe. It is a SoCal thing....

I cringe though if I have to sit next to someone getting fakes put on. The drill, etc. makes me nervous!