. Soak the hands in warm, soapy water for a few minutes to remove dirt. The cuticle is the skin that grows from the finger onto the base of the nail (nail root). The cuticle is not to be pushed back. Leaving the cuticle intact helps to prevent infection of the nail growing tissue.
Now apply clear nail polish. After the clear polish dries, apply a color polish of your choice if you wish. Let dry. You may then reapply the clear polish as a top coat. This will help strengthen the nail and prevent chipping of the nail polish.apply a moisturizing cream or lotion to the hands and cuticles. This will help prevent splitting of the nails.Nail Care Tips:
¨ A good time to do your manicure is after you have taken a shower, bath or after washing the dishes. This is because these activities remove the dirt from under the nail.
¨ Nail polish thinner can be used to thin out nail polish that has become too thick. Keep the polish in the refrigerator to make it last longer.
¨ Try not to use nail polish remover more than once a week. Nail polish remover causes the nails to dry out. Dry nails crack and split more easily than nails that are well hydrated (well-moisturized).
¨ A top coat or sealer is a liquid that is applied over the nail polish. Any clear nail polish can be used as a top coat or sealer. This will minimize chipping or cracking of the nail. On natural nails, a clear coat can be used every day for seven days to give the nail protection and keep the moisture in.
¨ After washing your hands, apply a cream or lotion. Hands and nails tend to get dried out from soaps and cleansers. You should try to keep your hands and cuticles well lubricated, with a moisturizer such as Aquaphor, Moisturel, Vaseline. You should use an oil or moisturizer at bedtime every night.
¨ Sometimes nail polish, dirt and bacteria can stain the nails. This can be removed by using a Q-tip or an orangewood stick with a cotton tip. Soak the cotton in 10 parts water mixed with 1 part bleach, then rub the nail where the stain is. This will remove most stains from the nails. Scrub under the nails with a nail brush or toothbrush with soap or bleach solution to remove stains under the nails.
¨ A vitamin called biotin makes nails stronger in animals. Some studies suggest that it may help strengthen human nails. Biotin is available at health food stores.
2006-09-15 07:38:47
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answered by Anonymous
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Nail care is one of those often neglected parts of a busy person’s beauty and hygiene regime. Not only can cracked nails or nail diseases compromise your future health and lead to infections and similar conditions, but a simple daily or weekly nail care routine can make your hands feel and look polished and glamourous. But what can you do to keep up the health and strength of your nails? Here’s a quick and simple guide to no fuss nail maintenance.
Stop Biting your Nails – If you bite your nails, then you are fighting an uphill struggle in terms of nail disease and growing long nails. Invest in a travel manicure kit so that you can trim when the urge to bite strikes.
Manage Nail Growth – Trimming and filing your nails on a regular basis can prevent splitting and pointy edges that could snag and pull.
Care for your cuticles – Using a simple cuticle repair treatment and massaging your cuticles gently down can prevent splitting skin and tags.Nail Polish – Nail polish can be easily applied with a little practice and is a great way to lend an extra touch of glamour an outfit. Not only is nail a quick no fuss way of decorating your nails, but there are many nail polishes out there that also build up the strength and integrity of your nails.
Treat yourself to a Manicure – Every once in a while it’s nice to have a professional manicurist pamper and polish your hands and nails. Perhaps even go all out with some expertly applied nail art or false nails.Look out for the signs of nail disease – Inspecting your
2014-12-15 22:48:25
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answered by ? 1
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Yes .. Use nailcolours of a good brand .. that is a must .. They keep ur nails moisturised .. Use a nail hardener if ur nails are soft and weak .. Use light shades if u have a dark skin .. and u can never go wrong with clear glittery nail colour!
PS. Dont bite 'em!
2006-09-15 06:56:31
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answered by sugagloss 2
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first of all,don't bite your nails.for the healthy nails take calcium.the easiest way is---- take a glass of milk .use nail hardener.manicure & pedicure regularly.take a gap of atleast 3 days before applying another color.use branded vernish.if you are darker skin type,use clear polishes.or you can use lylac,light browns.if you are fair ,free to use any color.but remember one thing dark coloured nailvernishes can make your nails yellowish. yellow & clipped nails don't look good even with branded vernishes.
2006-09-15 07:44:54
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answered by Anonymous
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i think u should go 4 light colour nailpulish if u r applying it 1st time.
second yes, nailpulish is good.
i want u 2 think if you make a drawing and you don't colour it how it will look. it will not b so presentable as a coloured drawing.
third ever night u can wash you hand and feet with warm water and apply some cream on it.
2006-09-15 23:57:01
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answered by priya 3
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The easiest route to healthy nails is through a well-planned regimen of diet and grooming. Eat the correct foods and protect your hands from environmental stress for strong nails.
. . . .Trim your toenails with clippers after you wash and dry your feet.
Trim toenails straight across and smooth them with an emery board or nail file.
Don't cut into the corners of the toenail.
If you can't see well, if your toenails are thick or yellowed, or if your nails curve and grow into the skin, have a foot care doctor trim them.
2006-09-15 14:53:02
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answered by TOM 3
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I'm a Sally Hanson girl, always use a base and top coat of clear nail polish, it will make the color last longer. I go for lighter colors in the summer and darker ones in the winter. But that is all up to you. I have a friend who changes her color with every outfit.
2006-09-15 07:05:37
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answered by sdarp1322 5
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OPI is the best brand to use.
If you take really good care of your nails you can use a dark color. If you don't take good care of your nails, and will let your nailpolish chip and fade, etc. use a light color. If the nailpolish is light color, then it won't look as noticeable or as bad when it chips. If you put on dark polish and it chips, it will look nasty.
2006-09-15 07:00:43
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answered by Anonymous
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Well, generally if you wear lighter colors, it's more natural. AS the other person said, you can't go wrong with glitter.
The only thing about dark polish is that it can make your nails yellow with too much sun exposure, or if you wear it too often.
Try to wear a soft color, like baby pink or a cotton candy. OPI colors are one of my favorite...and they last pretty long.
2006-09-15 07:01:56
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answered by nikki puddin 3
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Opi "I'm Not Really A Waitress" is the best color of all nail polishes out there.
2006-09-15 06:59:44
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answered by lynnieR 2
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