Drink
Plenty Water Your
nails may be craving something - If your nails are weak, splitting, fragile etc,
the problem could be traced back to an inadequate water intake. Most people
don't drink nearly enough water. Drink up! |
What
to do about brittle nails The
most common nail wreckers are harsh detergents and water, which can stress nail
fibres. So be sure to put rubber gloves on while you clean or do dishes.
Also,
avoid using perfume lotions that usually contain alcohol if your nails are
brittle. It will only make your nails worse.
It may be possible that your
calcium intake is low, as well. How To Give Yourself A Manicure
Whether
you prefer your nails to be long or short, they can still look stunning with a
little know-how:
Wash and dry your hands.
Using a double-sided emery
board, file nails using a gentle stroke.
Avoid corners of your nails as
this can weaken them. Begin to shape your nails. The most popular shape to use
is oval, but choose what is most suited to your hand and finger shape.
Check to see how well you have
done. Run your nails over an old pair of pantyhose. Your nails should not snag
the hose.
Apply a softener to your
cuticles. Allow to site for a minute or so.
Transfer hands to a bowl of
warm water and soak for an additional few minutes.
Gently push back the cuticles.
This should not be painful. If hangnails are present, carefully clip them.
Apply hand lotion and begin to
massage the palm of your hand with the thumb of your other hand. This will
help to circulate the blood. Work your way over the remainder of the hand and
then repeat giving equal time to the other hand.
Before colour is applied to
nails, they must be cleaned and the easiest way to do this is with an orange
stick that has been wrapped with cotton. Dip into nail polish remover and then
rub over the surface of the nail. Check the nail for any creamy residue. When
none remains, your nails will be ready for polishing.
Time for colour. Pick up a
small amount of polish on your brush and paint one stroke down the center of
your nail. Your brush should hold just enough colour to accomplish this.
Stroke the sides of the nail and you are done. The nail should be completely
coloured in three strokes. Allow to set for a minute or so before applying the
second coat.
Wait until polish is set (dry
to the touch) and then apply the top coat. Don't skip this step as it not only
adds life to your manicure, it will protect your nails as well.
Sanitize all of your equipment
with alcohol and when they are dry, store them away until the next manicure.
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Storing
nail polish Nail
polish can be stored in the fridge. If your nail polish is too thick, try
thinning with a polish thinner. To prevent the cap from sticking, coat it with a
little Vaseline to prevent this from happening. |
