If You Love Someone, Take Care of Them Series: Ways to Take Care of Your Nails
Nail care is one of the beauty care routines women shouldn’t overlook. Some girls frequent nail salons for gel manicures, but overdoing it can cause brittle, yellow, and peeling nails. Today, I’ve got some tips on how to take good care of your hands so your nails stay strong and beautiful.
Use hand cream
The easiest way to take better care of your hands and nails is to use hand cream regularly. Choose a hand cream that contains moisturiser for a better result.
Try petroleum jelly
If your nails are dry and yellowed, try petroleum jelly. Apply petroleum jelly on your nails, but especially the cuticles, throughout the day or before going to bed.
Maintain good nail hygiene
Like any other body part, nails also face pollutants in our daily life. That’s why it is important to maintain good nail hygiene. Soak your hands in warm water and brush off dirt for a more thorough clean.
Take a break from nail polish
If you’re trying to recover from yellowed or brittle nails, it is advised to refrain from wearing nail polish during this time. Once your nails are back to their healthy state, you can wear colourful nail polish again.
Wear gloves
For unavoidable activities like doing the laundry or the dishes, wear a pair of gloves to cover your hands and nails from harmful chemicals. This way, your hands stay soft and nails strong.
Avoid harsh conditions
Avoid using your nails to open things, like using your nails to directly peel oranges, or using hard or sharp objects on your nails. Orange peel can cause yellowed nails and using hard objects on your nails can cause them to become brittle, and peel.
Quit biting your nails
A good reason to stop a bad habit – quitting biting your nails will allow them to grow back to their full health.
Take supplements
Take some supplements that help nails grow and recover their strength. Choose something rich in zinc and high in protein.
Lastly, a little tip on how to take better care of your nails: soak your hands and feet in warm water before trimming the nails or getting a manicure. The warm water softens nails, making it easier to trim. If you’re looking for a good hand cream or some petroleum jelly, Big C has a selection of manicure products ready for you to choose from.
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