Many people first look at the hands and fingernails of those around them. All the more important to care for his nails regularly. Here you will find 22 valuable tips for hand and nail care. With these tips you are up to date on how to properly care for and clean his fingernails.
1. file instead of cut
If you cut your fingernails with scissors, they break off more easily. It is more gentle to file the nails regularly. If you still prefer to cut the nails, then better not with nail scissors, but with a nail clipper (nail clip) or a special nail nippers.
2. avoid metal files
Even though metal files last a long time, you should only use them on very hard nails. Because the metal does not grind the shortened nails smooth, but roughens them – the risk of breakage and splintering increases.
3. gently file brittle nails.
If you have brittle and splintering nails, you should use a soft file, such as a sand sheet file, a mineral file or a glass file. Disadvantage: sand blade files only last for a few manicures. The following applies: the finer the grain of the file blade, the more gently the nail is shortened. In addition, it is advisable to always move the file in one direction only, so as not to roughen the nail.
4. file wide nails narrow
Wide fingernails can be visually narrowed by filing them into an oval shape. This stretches the nail so that it looks narrower.
5. properly care for the nail and the nail bed.
For healthy nails, you can regularly rub nail oil or nail cream on the nail and around the nail bed with circular motions. This will protect the nail and cuticle from drying out and tearing.
6. home remedies for natural hand and nail care.
If you are looking for a cheap alternative to expensive care products or to an expensive manicure, you can simply help yourself. Because there are practical home remedies for the care of hands and fingernails:
- Lemon juice: the juice of a lemon is not only effective against discolored nails. Rubbing the hands with the inside of a lemon peel also softens the hands and has a skin-cleansing effect. Attention: Apply the acidic liquid only in small doses.
- Vaseline, olive oil or glycerin: For more shine of the fingernails and for sufficient hydration of the hands rub them in the morning and evening with one of the products mentioned.
- Castor oil: you can prevent soft and brittle fingernails with a teaspoon of castor oil. Mix the oil with a little lemon juice and apply to the fingers and the nail bed. This will make the nails stronger.
- Rubber gloves when cleaning: To avoid rough skin and brittle nails caused by cleaning products containing chemicals, you should always wear rubber gloves when cleaning.
7. soft nails
Soft nails can be counteracted with a nail hardener. This hardens the nails, protects and seals them with nourishing ingredients. However, apply the liquid only to the front part of the nail, so that the lower nail retains its elasticity.
8. cuticle properly push back
The cuticle should only be gently and carefully pushed back with a cotton swab or a rosewood stick. In no case should the one cut cuticles with scissors, as this can lead to injury and inflammation. Tip: If you soak the fingernails with water or a cuticle remover beforehand, the cuticles can be pushed back more easily.
9. before painting
It is advisable not to take a bath or put cream on your hands before painting your nails. Because the nails swell up due to water and contract again when dry, whereby the applied varnish quickly peels off again. You should also degrease your nails, otherwise the polish will not stick. Varnish remover or alcohol are suitable for this purpose. In addition, one should first completely remove possible nail polish residues before applying new polish.
10. is nail polish harmful?
With this question the spirits divide. Some claim that nail polish keeps the nail from drying out and protects against external environmental influences such as cleaning agents or other chemicals. Others, however, are of the opinion that the frequent application of nail polish causes the nails to turn yellowish, as no air gets to them. In addition, it has been proven that some nail polishes contain carcinogenic pollutants or allergenic additives.However, if one uses nail polish from quality-tested, certified natural cosmetics in moderation, there is no danger to the health of the nails.
11. remove nail polish correctly
When removing nail polish, it is important to always remove the polish starting from the nail bed upwards to the nail tip and not the other way around. Because otherwise residues of the varnish can get under the cuticle and cause inflammation. In addition, nail polish should always be removed with the window open. This allows the solvent vapors to escape more easily. It is also advisable to work on small areas. This means that you should really only use nail polish remover on the nail and leave out the surrounding skin.
12. is there a caring / gentle nail polish remover?
That acetone-containing nail polish removers harm the nails is known. But even acetone-free removers are not care products. They all contain solvents that degrease the nail and skin. Therefore, it is advisable to always rub your hands with a greasing cream after removing nail polish.
13. what to do for grooves in the nails?
Longitudinal or transverse grooves in the nail often occur especially on the feet, but can also occur in fingernails. In this case, in addition to additional care, a so-called ridge filler (groove filler) has proven effective. This is a type of nail polish that flows into uneven areas in the nail and thus smoothes them out visually. Many ridge fillers contain nourishing nutrients.
14. base coat as a nail primer
Before applying nail polish, you should apply a base coat or a groove filler. Both methods provide an even nail surface, so that the varnish can spread more evenly and hold better. In addition, a base coat protects against discoloration of the nails by the polish. However, it should be noted that the base coat or the groove filler must first be completely dry before the actual nail polish can be applied.
15. start with the thumb
When painting the nails, it is advantageous to always paint the thumb first, as it takes the longest to dry due to its large surface area.
16.How best to store nail polish.
To prevent nail polish from drying out, you should close it tightly after use. However, it is important to clean the closure well, otherwise it can stick together and then be difficult to open. Dark and cool rooms are suitable for storage. However, this does not mean the refrigerator! There, the varnish cools down too much, it becomes viscous and splinters off again early.
17. what to do if the closure of the nail polish is stuck?
If the thread or the closure of a nail polish is stuck, you can hold it under running hot water. After that, it can be easily opened again. Of course, it is better to clean the cap with nail polish remover after each use.
18.What helps with viscous nail polish?
Thick nail polish can be liquefied again with a polish thinner. Mixing thin liquid clear nail polish can also return the nail polish to a liquid state. In no case is nail polish remover suitable for this purpose, as it destroys the structure of the polish and thus significantly reduces its quality.
19. quick drying for those in a hurry
Lacquered nails do not dry faster if you breathe on them and blow on them – on the contrary, the moisture in the breath makes the lacquer dry worse. It is also not advisable to blow dry the nails or wave your hands around, as the air blasts cause waves in the varnish. For fast drying are suitable:
- Extra fast drying seconds nail polish.
- Special drying sprays
- Quick dryer drops
20. slim nails
Wide fingernails appear visually narrower, if a thin strip is left out on the outer sides of the nail when painting.
21 Are artificial nails harmful?
Whether gel nails or plastic blinds – the real fingernails do these artificial copies in the long run not good. Because when oxygen no longer reaches the nail, it becomes softer and more porous and can no longer protect the nail bed from germs. In addition, cavities can form between the real and artificial nail, into which fungi and bacteria can penetrate. These can cause nail fungus, discoloration or infection of the nail or nail bed. Contact allergy can also occur, which is characterized by reddish, itchy and blister-forming skin around the nail.
22. care for nails with nail biting
Some people bite their fingernails when they are stressed or nervous. This not only looks unkempt, but can also lead to injury and inflammation. Applying a special liquid from the pharmacy that contains bitter substances can help. The bitter taste makes you aware of your bad habit and you stop chewing.
