After a much needed manicure and pedicure I began thinking why I need to do this on a daily! I mean I take care of everything else but some how my hands and toes are never apart of the equation. So for your reading enjoyment, below I have posted some quick tips towards daily nail care.
Manicures are not just for women...men should be getting regular nail care as well!! Manicures should be done by a professional nail technician at least once a month. But for those who may be on a monthly budget, all you need to do is invest in a kit and a professional nail lacquer and your good to go!
Your weekly nail care regimen ( provided by ygoy.com):
Manicures are not just for women...men should be getting regular nail care as well!! Manicures should be done by a professional nail technician at least once a month. But for those who may be on a monthly budget, all you need to do is invest in a kit and a professional nail lacquer and your good to go!
Your weekly nail care regimen ( provided by ygoy.com):
*Restrict this to about 20 minutes each week in which you can begin by removing old nail polish with nail polish remover on a small swab of cotton.
*Using an nail file, shape the nail, filing away from the corner of the nail to the center.
*Soak your hands in warm, soapy water for a few minutes to remove all dirt. Now, clean under the edges of your nails. Usually, people push the cuticle back at this stage, but it helps not to, as otherwise it spreads infection of the nail growing tissue.
*Apply clear nail polish. Once it dries, apply a coat of color polish. Leave it to dry for a few minutes. Now, add a second coat of clear polish as a topcoat. With this, you can rest assured that your nail is strengthened and will not chip the polish.
*Lastly, apply a dollop of moisturizing cream or lotion to your hands and cuticles to stop your nails from splitting.
The care and pampering of your feet is critical to the body. Being that many of us walk around with unsupported shoes, the weight from our bodies may not always be evenly distributed. This can cause wear and tear on the feet, for example bunions, calluses, corns, blister etc. Professional pedicures I personally consider a luxury. But until you get into the hang of doing one, I would encourage you to visit your local nail salon monthly. A good pedicure can easily last a month if its maintained.
Your weekly foot care regimen:
* In the shower make sure your scrubbing your feet and between your toes! Just because the soap and water have to pass your feet to get to the drain doesn't mean they are getting clean!
* In the shower make sure your scrubbing your feet and between your toes! Just because the soap and water have to pass your feet to get to the drain doesn't mean they are getting clean!
* If you wear uncomfortable foot wear, soak your feet for 15-20 minutes in Epsom salt.
* Moisturize your feet daily with cocoa butter, coconut oil, olive oil, Shea butter, or go old school with Vaseline. I love to cover them with socks at night to lock in the moisture!
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