How to Have Beautiful Hands/Nails: Our Recipes
The hands are among the parts of the body that age the fastest. Constantly used for manual work, household chores, or even prolonged sun exposure, they can fall victim to brown spots, irregularities, and dry skin. Depending on their nature, nails can be dry, brittle, or yellowed, which automatically makes hands look neglected. Yet, hands are one of the features noticed during job interviews. How can you take care of your nails on a daily basis?
A complete hand care routine
Many women try to hide their nails under several layers of polish, which tends to suffocate the nail. Moreover, if you don’t remove the polish once it starts to chip, the manicure looks very neglected and the nail becomes stained.
Using nail polish remover is essential, because peeling off the polish damages the upper layers of the nail, which is made up of 150 layers of stacked keratin.
To start a manicure, massage the nail with a cream or an emollient oil, which will soften the cuticles so you can push them back with an orangewood stick. This will deeply nourish the nail and make it shine.
Before applying colored polish, remember to use a base coat to prevent staining the nail. Nail polish is applied in three steps: one brush stroke in the middle of the nail and one on each side. After applying the polish, you can use a gloss or matte effect gel, or a clear polish to extend the polish’s wear…
Homemade recipes for soft hands and naturally beautiful nails
Are your nails yellowed? Prepare a lotion to whiten the nail edge, using lemon. Mix macadamia oil with the juice of one lemon and a drop of lemon essential oil. To stimulate nail growth, you can replace macadamia oil with castor oil. Only use if you have no cuts on your hands.
Are your nails dry and brittle? A paraffin bath is a radical solution for softer, more hydrated hands. Say goodbye to cracks and nails that break at the slightest bump. If you want a homemade recipe, choose a rich oil like coconut, wheat germ, or shea butter, and add 3 drops of carrot essential oil, which is intended for very dry skin. Massage your nail with this preparation.
And above all, don’t forget to moisturize your hands regularly to nourish them and keep them soft!
