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10 Nail Tips For Healthy and Beautiful Nails

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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7 DIY SKINCARE INGREDIENTS YOU SHOULD BE MINDFUL OF

DIY skincare tips has become a trend since almost everyone thinks using home available ingredients or natural ingredients yields faster results than manufactured products. For the fact that some ingredients are contained in the manufactured products doesn’t make it any more effective and just because an item is natural doesn’t mean it’s all good when it comes to your skin.

Homemade concoction aren’t as good as the manufactured, tested products though some can be beneficial to your skin to an extent but it’s best to minimize the use. Since they don’t have preservatives in them, it’s easy for microbes to have access to them thereby causing a skin breakout. Here are some ingredients you should be mindful of if you’re considering a DIY skincare.

1• Eggs

People use eggs to tighten and redefine their skin pores and also to make their skin glow. The protein in egg whites can increase your skin elasticity and skin tone but did you know egg whites contain salmonella, a bacteria that’s a key factor of food poisoning. Skin infections caused by salmonella are rare but you wouldn’t want to risk it.

2• Baking soda

Using baking soda for acne treatment or exfoliation can be pretty much harmful to your skin. Baking soda is an alkaline substance that has a pH of 9. Using an alkaline substance of that much concentration can cause a skin irritation and even inflame the skin.

3• Lemon

You should stick to using lemons for juices or teas, anywhere close to your skin is a no-no. Lemons are natural lightening agents with a pH of 2, that’s very acidic. This acidic property, can cause it to burn your skin, and make the skin protective barrier to wear off. If it’s used on a skin surface exposed to the sun, it makes your skin discoloured, blistered and even leads to hyperpigmentation.

4• Toothpaste

When you use a toothpaste for acne treatment, it can reduce the inflammation temporarily but you should avoid using it and settle for better products. Some toothpastes contain hydrogen peroxide and baking soda which cause irritation and discolouration of the skin.

5• Cinnamon

Cinnamon is best for making pastries and though it has some antibacterial benefits but it isn’t so good for your skin. It causes a burning sensation, redness and some other kinds of irritation.

6• Apple cider vinegar

If you use ACV as a cleanser or toner and it works for you, it’s best if you dilute it to reduce it’s acidic concentration. Honestly, try to stay clear from ACV. It causes burns and skin irritation and with long term usage, it will eventually corrode your skin due to it’s acidic property.

7• Mayonnaise

Mayonnaise is can be good for hair treatment as it hydrates the hair and a nice remedy for dry split ends. When it comes to the face, that’s a bad choice. It clogs your skin pores, making room for bacterial growth and can result to face full of acne.

If you want to go for a DIY skincare, you should try doing your homework first maybe ask a dermatologist about it and be cautious of the ingredients you’re going to use~

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How To Achieve a ‘no makeup’ Makeup Look

A ‘no makeup’ makeup look is a natural glam look that focuses on the application of minimum makeup products. Summer sparks the go-to of natural glam. You don’t want to be under the sun with a heavy makeup just for it to melt over your face. A no makeup’ makeup look is a subtle look for casual events and generally for any occasion. This trend is totally here to stay and it’s quite easy to pull off.

I’ve rounded up some pretty cool tips to get your ‘no makeup’ makeup look banging!

• Skincare

I’m sure most people agree to the fact that having a glowing natural skin is an essential step for flawless look. A good skincare routine will definitely boost your facial appearance and get your makeup look on fleek.

• Use a good primer

It’s best to go for a primer that suits your skin type. For instance, a hydrating primer is suitable for a dry skin. You can also go for a pore-filling primer, it smoothens your skin pores thereby creating a smooth base. An illuminating primer is also a good choice.

• A light coverage foundation

Using a full coverage foundation will give you an unnatural look but a light coverage illuminates your skin and gives it a nice finish. I personally recommend the L’Oreal Paris Infallible Fresh wear 24hr foundation. It has a hydrating formula to get moisture locked in your skin and it’s also waterproof so basically no worries.

• Conceal

Use a lightweight concealer for covering blemishes, redness, dark circles on your face. You can apply this with your finger tips or a concealer brush/sponge.

• Highlight

A highlighter gives a glow lustre finish, some sort of sun-kissed look. It’s perfect for a ‘no makeup’ makeup look.

• Brush up your brows

This enhances your look, you could use an eyebrow gel or an eye pencil to gently fill out your eyebrows. Use a good eyelash curler and then apply a mascara. This is optional though.

• Go for the lips

You can add a soft colour of lip tint, maybe a nude shade. A lip balm, lip gloss can also do.

•Set that look!

A good translucent setting powder will absorb oil from your face. A dewy setting spray is also ideal. It creates a radiant look and keeps your skin grease free.

Share your experience of going for a ‘no makeup’ makeup look in the comment section~

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Hair Do’s and Don’ts

We all want a beautiful and healthy looking hair but maintaining such hair requires you to apply some essential rules to keep having that flourishing natural hair. I’ll walk you through some Do’s and Don’ts that’ll definitely have a good effect on your hair.

The Do’s

1. DO apply a gentle shampoo once a week for a deep clean and try to apply the shampoo evenly throughout your hair.

2. DO exfoliate your scalp. I know we can’t get enough of exfoliating- body, face and your scalp deserves exfoliation. This helps to keep your scalp healthy and clean.

3. DO use a leave-in conditioner. This restores hydration and boosts your hair health. You can also use home-hacks like aloe vera, eggs, henna as conditioning agents.

4. DO a regular oil massage. Using natural oils like castor, coconut, almond oil for a head massage is a nice way to treat your hair and scalp. It stimulates blood circulation to the roots of your hair thereby bringing about nutrients for your hair growth.

5. DO get your hair tips trimmed. You might be scared of cutting your hair but trust me it’s totally worth it. Trimming your hair about every 4-5 months will keep your hair growing long and strong.

The Don’ts

1. DON’T over heat your hair. I know appliances like hair dryers, straighteners, curling irons are used on our hair on a regular basis but you have to try as much as possible to minimize the use of such products for a brittle-free hair.

2. DON’T tie your hair too tight. Tying your hair in a tight ponytail or bun during bedtime is a bad idea because your hair needs to breathe and nighttime is the perfect time for that. If your hair is regularly tied tightly, it will start pulling out.

3. DON’T comb too hard. Combing your hair too hard will lead to a hair breakage. You’re literally yanking hair straight from the roots and this can be quite messy.

4. DON’T wash your hair everyday. Doing this strips out natural oils from your hair and makes it prone to frizziness.

5. DON’T swim with your hair uncovered. Chlorine (found in swimming pools) and Iodine (found in salty seas) removes the scalp natural oil (sebum) out from your hair and causes other damages. If you can’t afford to cover your hair, try applying a leave-in conditioner or coconut oil to protect your hair.

Let me know of the Do’s you want to try out in the comment section.

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Fashion Without Skincare Isn’t Fashionable

Trust me, slaying an outfit with a bad skin is a total nay! Skincare and fashion go hand in glove. Our skincare and makeup are as important as our choice of clothing. If you know fashion, you should understand skincare.

Skin care covers a range of practices that helps rejuvenate the skin as it enhances the skin’s appearance and alleviate skin conditions. A skincare routine help your skin look healthier and the routine is effective if the products you use are genuine. If you use a low quality product, there wouldn’t be a sign of improvement on your skin.

Below are some good skin care rules that help your skin look amazing.

• Cleansing

This is an important step in any good skincare routine. It’s necessary you find a good cleanser that suits your skin type so it doesn’t cause a skin irritation.

• Toning

Toners help in tuning up your complexion. It should be done after cleansing. Applying toners with a clean hand is the most efficient, a cotton face pad can also do. Toning removes dead skin cells that clog pores and boosts hydration.

• Vitamin C serum

This helps reduce hyper pigmentation, dullness of the skin. It acts against dark spots as it’s a brightening agent that gives your skin a youthful glow.

• Moisturizing

It’s really essential you moisturize. I really can’t stand a dry flaky skin. Moisturizers keep your skin hydrated and gives your skin a soft feeling. The texture of a moisturizer depends on your skin type.

  • Oily Skin – Gel moisturizer
  • Normal skin – Lotion moisturizer
  • Dry skin – Cream (oil based) moisturizer
  • Sensitive skin – balm moisturizer

• Sunscreen

I know a lot of people that don’t wear sunscreen. They just complain about the intensity of the sun and move on. That’s crazy! The sun is a major reason why people’s skin will age prematurely. It’s really important you apply sunscreen before heading outdoors. It protects your skin from harmful UV rays, minimizes the risk of sunburns, skin cancer and premature signs of aging like dark spots and wrinkles.