3.F. (U) Revision of Paragraph 3–2c: Nail Polish and Nail Grooming Standards
This paragraph revision outlines updated grooming and appearance standards for nail polish and nail shape for both female and male Soldiers in accordance with Army Regulation (AR) 670-1.
Female Soldiers
Female Soldiers are authorized to wear solid color shades of nail polish that are not extreme.
Authorized Nail Polish Colors:
- Solid color shades that are not extreme.
- Examples of authorized colors include, but are not limited to:
- Nude/natural shades
- American manicure
- Light pink
Prohibited (Extreme) Nail Polish Colors:
- Purple
- Bright pink
- Red
- Gold
- Blue
- Black
- Hot pink
- Green
- Yellow
- White
- Grey
- Ombre
- Fluorescent/neon colors
- French manicure
Authorized Nail Shapes:
- Square
- Rounded
Prohibited (Extreme) Nail Shapes:
- Ballerina
- Stiletto
- Arrow
- Coffin
Nail Length Standard:
- Female Soldiers will not exceed a nail length of 1/4 inch, as measured from the tip of the finger.
Male Soldiers
Authorized Nail Polish:
Male Soldiers are authorized to wear clear nail polish.
Grooming Standard:
Male Soldiers will keep nails trimmed so as not to extend beyond the fingertip.
Enforcement
Unit leaders will ensure compliance with these standards during inspections and in daily operations. Exceptions for medical or operational reasons must be appropriately documented.
Quick Reference Table
| Category | Authorized | Not Authorized (Extreme) |
|---|---|---|
| Nail Polish Colors (F) | Nude, Light Pink, American Manicure | Purple, Red, Blue, Neon, French Manicure, etc. |
| Nail Shapes (F) | Square, Rounded | Ballerina, Coffin, Stiletto, Arrow |
| Nail Length (F) | ≤ 1/4 inch from fingertip | > 1/4 inch from fingertip |
| Male Nail Polish | Clear only | Any colored polish |
| Male Nail Length | Must not extend beyond fingertip | Any length beyond fingertip |
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