Never had a manicure...is this unusual?

[Keha]

Late 30s woman living in UK. Just reading an article about "bare nails".

I've never had my nails done professionally or had a manicure. When I was much younger I would attempt nail varnish at home and it would usually look rubbish. I think in my 20s, I didn't feel like I had enough money for it (although I had a professional job and didn't really know the cost). Then at some point I considered it but felt overwhelmed with all the options and not knowing what to ask for, so never went. Is this a common experience?

I think we could be twins . I have never wanted any of those things either .

No, of course it's not unusual. I've never had a manicure because I wouldn't pay someone to paint my own nails when I can do it myself.