Not everyone can afford to spend money on a manicure in a salon every time. If there is no need to coat your nails with varnish, you can achieve a glossy shine at home. EAOMedia news agency will tell you about a set of care procedures and a step-by-step polishing scheme using the Japanese method.
Combo procedures for nails “strengthening + nutrition”
You will need: sea salt – 2 tablespoons, olive oil – 2 tablespoons, lemon juice – 1 teaspoon.
The first step is to soak your fingers in a warm bath with sea salt for 15 minutes. After this, pat your hands dry with a paper towel and soak your nails in a warm mixture of olive oil and lemon juice. You can hold it for 15 minutes or longer, and in order not to waste time, put on gloves and do housework.
Why do salt, olive oil and lemon juice strengthen nails?
Sea salt saturates nails with magnesium, potassium and iodine, which are responsible for the strength of nails. Lemon juice adds shine, lightens old nail polish stains and accelerates growth, while olive oil deeply nourishes, softens cuticles, makes nails elastic and prevents dry hands.
Japanese nail polish for “wow-gloss”
You will need an orange stick, a soft file or buff, nail scissors, grape seed oil or nail wax.
First, carefully push back the cuticle with a stick and, if necessary, remove hangnails. Then, with a soft file, go over the surface of the nail until it has a natural shine. For a shiny touch, apply a drop of grapeseed oil or rub in wax to fill in the scratches, followed by the oil.
Lifehacks from “nail experts”:
Choose saw blades from 400 to 1200 grit, and leave metal tools for other tasks. When polishing, move smoothly and point the file in one direction. Do not press too hard on the nail to avoid damage.
Remember, the health and appearance of your nails depend on proper and safe care. No gel polishes will save you if your nails peel off, hurt and break.
