All women, irrespective of age or social strata, desire to have beautiful and nicely done nails. This leads to the usual questions some of us ask ourselves when we look at other women with their gorgeous nails – “Could they be real??” Well of course they can!
Essentially, nails are very useful for protecting the fingers; they enable us to do the simple things of life such as picking up small things, untying knots and lacing up shoes. Nails are very hard workers and therefore need to be pampered, it is imperative for us to treat them with care.
There are various salons that offer beautification and care of the nails but the basic care of your nails has to start from home. Well maintained finger and toe nails reveal and reflect good aesthetic sense.
Clean nails are also a true reflection of good hygiene.
If you truly desire stronger, less brittle and shiny nails, then the following tips will definitely come in handy:
- Your nails are a true reflection of what you eat. Eating fast foods will in no way make your nails healthy and strong. Yogurt and milk have been proven to be healthy for the nails.
- Hand lotions help to moisturize the hands and strengthen the nails.
- Ensure that you do not use nails or blades to remove nail polish; this will do a lot of damage to the nails.
- You can put your nail polish in the freezer so as to keep the nail polish smooth and perfect for the next use.
- An inexpensive and quick way to fix dry or brittle nails is to use petroleum jelly. Ensure that you carry a small jar everywhere, massaging it into your cuticles and nails as you deem fit.
- While filing nails, begin with the sides and brush towards the center, using light strokes in the same direction. Please try as much as much as possible to avoid filing nails back and forth, it weakens and breaks the nails.
- To get glossy and gleaming shine, rub olive oil over nails.
- A good hand massage will boost blood circulation and encourage nail.
- Ensure while cleaning the nails, you remove all traces of nail polish.
- Drinks lots of water. If you can, try out carrot juice which is rich in carotene and phosphorus, beneficial for strengthening the nails.