Having clean, strong, healthy looking nails isn’t a herculean task. Maintaining such nails is something that involves a moderate amount of time and consistency. A regular nail care routine is something everyone should opt for because the result is just awesome and this routine doesn’t always have to revolve round a manicure, there are bad nail habits that needs to be unlearned and good habits that should be adopted

Here are some tips for healthy and beautiful nails.

1. Avoid biting your fingernails

When your nails come in contact with your mouth, there are so many things that can go wrong. Things like germs getting into your mouth which can lead to an infection. It also damages your cuticle and causes your nail to be brittle.

2. Moisturise your nails

Moisturise, moisturise, moisture. Your nails need to be moisturised just as your skin does. We engage in a lot of activities that dries up our nails and cuticles so it’ll be nice to opt for a hand moisturizer or a hand cream.

3. Trim your nails regularly

Trimming your nails with a nail cutter or scissors every few weeks makes your nails less prone to breakage and helps keep them in great shape.

4. Use a right emery board

Avoid using an emery board that’s too rough textured or grainy. Use one that doesn’t hurt your nails and smoothens the edges of your nails.

5. Be mindful of your cuticles

Biting off your cuticles or poking them with sharp objects is really harmful since they’re very delicate. Moisturising your cuticles makes it less prone redness and even infection. I really recommend leaving your cuticles alone.

6. Apply a base coat for protection

A base coat provides a protective layer between the nails and nail polish. It enhances the colour of your nail polish especially If it’s applied thickly. It also prevents your nails from getting stained or discoloured.

7. Reduce the use of acetone

I know acetone takes off your nail polish in almost a split second, very effective but did you know that acetone can be really harsh on your nails, as it dries up your nails and makes it prone to breakage? It’ll be best to opt for other nail polish removers.

8. Make less use of gel and acrylics

Gel and acrylic nails are indisputably beautiful but they can be really hard on your nails and in turn cause damage on your natural nail bed. When getting acrylic nails, a lot of filing has to be done to your nails, this makes your nails rough, thinner and weaker. The chemical components of these gel and acrylic products are harmful enough to cause dents in your nails and harm the skin around your nails.

9. Wear gloves for protection when necessary

We engage in a lot of household chores that gets our hands messy and this makes germs and dirt easily accessible to our nails. Even detergents and other cleaning agents can be quite harmful to our nails as the chemicals aren’t so mild and can dry up the nails. Putting on gloves while going on with your chores prevents dirt and chemicals from coming in contact with your nails.

10. Keep your nails clean

Practicing good hygiene is a good way to have healthy nails. Clean your nails regularly and also the nail tools after each use. Cleaning your nails makes it less prone to dirt and bacteria from breeding in there.

Feel free to share your nail tips in the comment section and if you have any nail related problem, please visit a dermatologist~

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