Things You Need:
Nail file
Fingernail polish remover
Nail clipper
Water/or wash your hands when you need the water
Cotton balls
Today I would like to give you some of my favorite simple but natural nail care tips. These tips will not only keep your nails looking good but healthy as well. So let’s get started!
First, I recommend getting a manicure at your favorite nail salon at least twice a year preferably every six months. This allows for your nails to have the proper care it needs. It also helps to have a professional look just as if a dermatologist looks at your face. This routine will keep your nails healthy and looking great. Finally, nail techs can give you tips and advice when it comes to taking care of your nails or acknowledging if there’s a health issue showing through your nails. So yes this is my first and most important recommendation.
Second, I like to file my nails in a round shaped form. My nails not only grow in a beautiful shape, but they also grow longer and stay longer because of the lack of snags and chipped nails. I usually like to start filing them in this shape while they are shorter so they take form as they grow out.
Third, sometimes I use a spray bottle to wet my nails, but mostly I utilize the time in the shower when my nails are soaked to scrape some of the extra cuticle layer away. I only scrape the amount that stretches out into the nail. I lightly use one of my fingernails to scrape the corners to get rid of the white wax.
CAUTION: Be careful with this step because you can damage your cuticles. The main purpose of your cuticle is to protect your nails and inner nail components/tissue from outside germs. So please exercise caution with this step to prevent bleeding or damage to your nail. Also this is a step you can skip if you don’t feel comfortable and just leave it to the nail techs.
Fourth, I like to take my nail polish remover and remove old nail polish from before. Sometimes, I still do this even if you don’t have fingernail polish since the remover I like to use states that it helps to strengthen the nails. I also like how it cleans your nails before polishing.
Fifth, I use my nail clipper to get ride of those hangnails. Try not to get to close to the skin this can also cause bleeding and soreness as well. Hangnails don’t look that great when it comes to striving for a professional look.
Finally, I try to pace myself as I begin painting my nails. I like to start doing elongated, thin strokes. I especially like to use metallic colors because they last longer and have more of a natural shine than regular colors. I only use two coats of polish to prevent bubbles and chipping.
I hope you these tips are tips that you can adopt as your own. Feel free to subscribe to both our YouTube channel and this blog. BTW if you don’t have a WordPress account, you can sign up via your email address.
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