Nails can tell a great deal about a person's overall health, but even an otherwise healthy person can be beset with nails that split, are brittle, too thin or too thick. This is often because the nails have been exposed to harsh chemicals, water and even too much sunlight. Here are some tips to keep nails healthy between those visits to the nail salon:
Keep Them Covered
Use gloves when washing the dishes to protect them from the cleansers and the hot water. Gloves should also be used when cleaning in general. Ideally, they should be made of rubber with a cotton lining. Use gardening gloves when working in the garden.
Trim Nails Straight Across
As a cook would use a very sharp knife for cutting, sharp nail trimmers should be use for nails. After they are trimmed, then the tips can be curved, but with gentleness.
Keep Nails Dry
Wet fingernails encourage the growth of bacteria and put nails at risk for splitting. Again, rubber gloves should be used when performing wet work.
Moisturize
When moisturizing the hands, don't forget to moisturize the nails. Remember to rub moisturizer into the cuticles as well.
Leave Cuticles Alone
Cuticles should not be cut or pushed back. They can be injured, and if they are injured, the nail bed can become infected.
Don't Use Nail Hardeners
Nail hardeners are not regulated and so are risky to use. Instead of making the nails harder, some can actually make them thin and brittle.
Take Biotin
Biotin is a B-complex vitamin that makes nails strong and prevents them from splitting and chipping. Since biotin supplements are best taken at prescription strength to have the best effect, a person should consult with their doctor before taking them.
For the prettiest and strongest nails, schedule and appointment at our Austin salon for nail care that is professional, gentle and hygienic.
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