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Each of your nails grows at a different rate -- your toenails grow slower than your fingernails, for instance, and the nails on your middle fingers typically faster than the others. On average, your nails grow about 0.004 inches (0.1 millimeters) each day. TIP FOR HEALTHIER NAILS: For healthy fingernails, pamper them daily with a gentle buffing or a massage. This increases circulation to the nails, keeping them from cracking and peeling. Using cuticle oils containing natural oils throughout the day will keep them moisturized and also promote nail strength. Wear gloves when washing dishes or cleaning to prevent nails from becoming brittle, and don't use nail polish remover that contains formaldehyde or acetone, both of which are drying. CHECK OUT HEALTHY PRODUCTS FROM DEMIblue NATURAL NAILS....

Ingredients can be harmful different reasons. Some may dry out skin while others have been linked to cancer. Often, these ingredients are put into products to make them more pleasing — whether to smell a certain way, create a richer lather or give them a longer shelf life. But our bodies don’t know how to process them. We all know the importance of making healthy decisions when it comes to staying active and eating well. But have you ever thought about the products you use on your body, your nails? Up to 60 percent of what you apply to your skin makes its way into your bloodstream, so choosing safe products is an important decision you can make for your health. Clean-beauty products contain wholesome, nourishing ingredients; offer amazing scents, textures, and experiences; and work really well, too. All of that is what inspired me to create DEMIblue Clean and Vegan Nail Polish. It was a call to action after my mom's experience with cancer and the fact that she could not use conventional nail polishes because all of the toxic chemicals that made them up. With what started as a desire to find a solution for my mom, turned into a desire to show the same love and support to the women in my community, and especially those who were cancer survivors. Today, we have over 25 nail polish colors and 6 nail treatments. We now also offer nail polishes for little girls! What is clean beauty? I think of clean beauty as products that exclude ingredients that are either potentially or known to be harmful, such as parabens, phthalates, and chemical sunscreens. Why is clean beauty important? Frankly, the US government has let us down. The cosmetics industry is not heavily regulated, with only 30 toxic substances banned in the United States, compared to 1,500 in Europe and 500 in Canada. Legislation to change this remains stalled in Congress. But the growing clean-beauty industry is setting a standard for safe beauty products while also helping educate and empower consumers. How to Get Started with Clean Beauty Trying to decode ingredient lists and making the switch to non-toxic beauty can be overwhelming and confusing; it took me years to learn about the ingredients to watch out for and overhaul all of my skincare and makeup products. If you’re just starting your journey into clean beauty, here are a few easy swaps I recommend: Deodorant: Many conventional deodorants are actually antiperspirants, meaning they stop you from sweating—which your body was designed to do, to cool down and release toxins. Antiperspirants typically use aluminum zirconium, which has been linked to breast cancer. Clean deodorants, on the other hand, use essential oils, clays, baking soda, and other non-toxic ingredients to help kill bacteria and keep you dry. Keep in mind that it usually takes your body a few weeks to adjust to clean deodorant, so give it some time. Cleansers: Traditional facial cleansers and body washes can contain sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), which makes them foamy. But this foaminess doesn’t do anything for you skin and SLS can in fact cause irritation. Since you use cleansers all over your body, this is an important switch to make. Moisturizers: These often include cheap filler ingredients (like petroleum), and synthetic emulsifiers and preservatives, while my favorite clean alternatives are packed with nourishing ingredients from the earth. Just like cleansers, moisturizers are used all over, so they’re a good place to start. Nail Polish: Well of course I'm partial to my own brand but you decide for yourself. Here is why you should try DEMIblue: The DEMIblue Clean and Vegan Nail Polish Brand is now 21-Free and Vegan Friendly. Free from animal derivatives, toluene, benzene, xylene, formaldehyde releaser, formaldehyde resin, phthalates, cyclic silicones, camphor, methyl ethyl ketone (MEK), glycol ethers of series E, hydroquinone (HQ), 4-methodyphenol (MEHQ), triphenyl phosphate (TPP), nonylphenol ethoxylates, tert-butyl hydroperoxide, chromium oxide greens, bismuth oxychloride, carcinogenic mutagenic reprotoxic (CMR) substances, synthetic fragrances, and ethyl tosylamide. Made in recyclable bottles and is a Vegan Friendly formulation. DEMIblue is where a Healthier you is right at your fingertips! Some content provided by: Tara Foley/Follain

by:SHANNON FARRELL APR 17, 2020 AT 2:10 PM EDT 1. Taking a hot shower right after applying polish Never shower immediately after a manicure.. 2. Going to bed right after applying polish Although nails will appear dry within 20-30 minutes, it actually takes a full 24 hours for nail polish to fully dry 3. Skipping topcoat “Skipping a topcoat not only cuts down on the shiny finish of the manicure but it also shortens the longevity of the manicure,” Candido says. She also recommends applying an additional layer of topcoat every other day for an even longer lifespan 4. Skipping base coat Base coat smoothes the surface of the nail for a flawless finish, improves adhesion of the polish to the nail plate, and prevents the pigments in the nail polish from staining the natural nail 5. Applying thick coats of color To compensate for the color looking lighter and sheerer on nails than in the bottle, we tend to paint on thick coats of color. In this case, though, patience really is key. “When we apply color in thick layers, the polish takes much longer to dry, and the longer it takes to dry, the more likely we are to smudge the manicure 6. Using one stroke to apply polish “Apply color to the nail in three or four strokes,” Candido advises. Her approach? “Start in the center near the cuticle, swipe down the nail to the right side, return to the starting point and swipe down the nail to the left, then return to the center and swipe down the middle. If there is any uncovered area, swipe down the whole nail one more time.” 7. Starting with greasy nails “If there’s oil on the surface of the nail before the polish is applied, it’s much easier for polish to peel—nothing sticks to an oily surface,” Candido says. 8. Using old nail polish There’s nothing more depressing than saying goodbye to a favorite nail polish that’s looking a little worse for the wear, but it’s gotta be done. As a rule of thumb, go through your polishes every year and replace anything you didn’t buy in the last 12 months.” 9. Avoiding the whole cuticle area If you’re not super diligent about keeping your cuticles in check, your manicure will look messy. 10. Using acetone remover Nail polish removers high in acetone dehydrate the nail and surrounding cuticle. “Repetitive use can cause white spots on the nail as well as splitting at the free edge and drying of the cuticle,” Candido warns. “Non-acetone remover is a much kinder and gentler choice.” TRY DEMIblue SOY BASE-NON ACETONE REMOVER INSTEAD demibluenaturalnails.com

Studies have shown that women who wear nail polish are perceived to be younger than they actually are. But before you go grabbing the first bottle of polish you see, know this: Some shades can draw attention to signs of aging on your hands; others can have the opposite effect, making your hands look younger in seconds. You may think delicate shades like nudes or sheer pinks would do the trick, but as it turns out, because natural hues are close in tone to the shade of your skin, they only allow eyes to skip right over your nails, and highlight your hands’ problem areas (think: veins, wrinkles and uneven tone) instead. However, if you’re looking to keep the attention on your nails, not your hands, think the total opposite. “For younger-looking hands, orange or peach-based hues work best,” says Colette Keenan, butter LONDON national field manager, adding that shades with orange undertones, such as reds or corals, draw attention away from any signs of aging. “Orange is a youthful, bright and uplifting color and it helps draw attention away from signs of aging hands such as age spots, veins and wrinkles,” says celebrity manicurist Deborah Lippmann. What’s more, Keenan adds the polish’s orange undertones will also help bring out your skin’s natural glow. SPF Solution To keep your hands looking youthful even without any polish, essie manicurist Michelle Saunders says it’s always a good idea to wear sunscreen on the tops of your hands. “You add sunscreen to your face every day for sun protection and wrinkle reduction; you should be doing the same for your hands.” Lippmann agrees, adding that because our hands are constantly exposed to sunlight, they are one of the first places sun-induced damage appears. Her number-one solution? Opting for a hand cream that’s also boosted with SPF. “Deborah Lippmann Rich Girl Hand Cream with SPF 25($28) is my favorite.” Shape Shift While many of us don’t give the shape of our nails a second thought, Lippmann says we might want to start. “An oval-shaped nail helps fingers look longer, and in turn, makes hands look younger,” she explains. Another grooming tip from the pro: pay attention to your cuticles! “Be sure to keep your fingers well-manicured,” she says. “Clean and manicured nails—with or without polish—help hands look younger.” Protect and Serve For younger-looking hands, Lippmann says to grab a pair of gloves. “Always wear gloves when working with your hands—washing dishes, cleaning, etc.—so your hands don’t get dry and damaged, which over time will cause hands to age prematurely.” Another tip: Clean your hands as you would your face, says the expert. “Exfoliate hands at least twice a week to get rid of dead skin. This will help keep hands not only smooth and soft, but fresh and bright which makes them look younger. After exfoliation, remember to moisturize.” Polishes to Try DEMIblue Natural Nails, Color of the Month is "EXPLOSION" TRY IT AND MAKE YOUR NAILS LOOK YOUNGER!!!!!

HEY NAILFRIENDS! Things You Should Stop Doing to Your Nails Now and Forever Perhaps you're determined to stop biting your nails or peeling off your gel polish (it's a hard habit to break, I get it). Or maybe just want to maintain your nail health (yes, please!) or learn how to fake a just-from-the-salon type of mani (also yes). Whatever the case, you'll want to put nail pro (and Sally Hansen's Global Color Ambassador) Madeline Poole’s advice into action asap. Here are things you need to stop doing to your nails now to keep them in tip-top shape. 1. Stop peeling off your gel mani. “The no. 1 thing I tell people not to do is peel off their gel manicure,” Poole says. “Because, as you peel the gel off, you end up peeling away super-thin layers of your nail along with the formula, which can cause divots that linger for months. Doing this can even cause your nail to peel after the fact, which will cause your polish to chip faster; plus, it just won’t look pretty.” Instead, Poole recommends soaking your nails in a bowl of acetone-based polish to loosen the gel from your nail bed. “Put a ton of cuticle oil on and around your nails first (to help hydrate them and the skin surrounding it), and soak your tips in the remover for 10 minutes,” she explains. Then, gently remove it using light pressure and the flat, slanted tip of an orange stick (a long wooden cuticle pusher) that you can pick up at any beauty supply shop or drugstore. 2. Stop cutting your cuticles. If you have a hangnail on the side of your nail bed, it can sometimes be painful if you don’t get rid of it. However, if hangnails aren’t trimmed away properly, you can actually cause more to crop up. Poole’s advice: It’s better to never cut your cuticles and instead, apply a cuticle-removing formula over the perimeter of your nail bed, and then push your cuticle back using the flat tip of an orange stick or cuticle pusher. Then, gently remove the free-up dead skin with a tissue or the softest side of a buffing block to reveal a hangnail-free, clean-looking nail bed. 3. Stop using your other nails as chisels to chip off your nail polish. Anytime you purposely chip the paint off of your nails (whether it’s a nervous habit or you’re just finally over that burgundy lacquer), you chip away microscopic layers from your nail bed. This is bad for two reasons: (1) it gives your nail a rough texture even if you can’t see it with your naked eye, and (2) “you can cause trauma to, and even chip or break the tip, of the nail that you’re using as the ‘chisel,’” Poole adds. So, to keep from hacking away at your nail polish, keep individually wrapped nail polish remover pads in your purse or pick up a nail polish removing formula that takes off lacquer in seconds. 4. Stop getting water-based manicures. Think of your nail bed as a sponge: Dip it in water, and it’ll absorb the liquid and expand. Then, as it dries, it shrinks back down to its original size. Now apply that same thinking to getting a water-based manicure. “When you soak your fingertips in water to soften your cuticles, your nail expands,” Poole explains. “This normally wouldn’t be a problem; however, if you’re applying polish before it shrinks back down, your lacquer will likely chip faster.” Rather than soaking your tips in water, Poole recommends applying oil or a cuticle-removing formula on the skin around your nail bed, pushing back your cuticles with an orange stick, and then sweeping them away with a tissue. 5. Stop putting nail polish remover in your lacquer to thin it out. "This tip is an old wives’ tale from way back when," Poole says. “Adding remover to any polish actually actually makes the paint chip faster and the pigment become foggy, because nail polish remover isn’t one of the ingredients in nail polish. So it just ends up making the paint look less vibrant versus turning your gummy polish smooth." If extending the life of your polish is your ultimate goal, get nail polish thinner and add a few drops to your favorite shade to make thick polish swipe on evenly again. “If you add too much thinner too often though, the longevity of your polish might not be as lengthy as if you didn’t use it,” Poole warns. “It won’t mess up the quality though.” 6. Stop getting acrylics. Bottom line: Acrylics are really bad for your nails' health. Not only is the formula super drying, because it’s actually suffocating to your nail bed, the application process can also cause indentations on your tips from all of the rough prep that needs to be done by the nail tech to get the acrylic to adhere to your nails. “Let’s not forget to mention how bad it is to breathe in the acrylic powder, which is full of chemicals,” Poole adds. If you want to take your nail lengths to the next level while also keeping health risks at bay, Poole prefers press-ons. “They’re way less traumatizing to the nail — and you can do them yourself,” she adds. 7. Stop sawing your nails back and forth when you file them. "I usually liken sawing your nails back and forth to cutting your hair with a dull pair of scissors," she says. "When you aggressively saw your nails with a file, it makes the tip frayed versus a clean edge. You also have less control over the shape you're trying to create — oval, square, round, etc. — since your nail shaves down quicker when you file it too fast. "Sometimes if the manicurist is too aggressive with the file, you can even see your nail move back and forth, like a loose tooth,” she notes. This is exactly what you want to avoid — especially because all of the above is a gateway for peeling and premature breakage, since the harsh trauma of filing causes weakness. 8. Stop biting your nails. Biting your nails can be compared to filing them improperly. Not only does gnawing on them make their edges frayed, soaking them in a liquid aka your saliva makes them super weak. Plus, the whole experience isn’t sanitary, especially because debris, dirt, and bacteria is lodged up under your nail and is possibly going into your mouth. Eek! Have a habit you can’t quit? Poole suggests getting one coat of clear gel on your nails because “it’s too thick to bite through.” Or, you can paint on a gross-tasting formula to deter you from putting your fingers in your mouth. 9. Stop painting over oily nails. Sure, you want your nails and the skin surrounding your tips to be hydrated and hangnail-free, but applying polish over oily nail beds isn’t going to leave you with a longest-lasting manicure. “You want to start with the driest nails possible,” Poole instructs. “After you’ve done all of the steps — gently filed your nails, safely removed your cuticles, and moisturized your hands with oil or lotion — wipe only your nail beds down with a nail polish remover wipe (or dip a cotton swab into some remover and clear away any oil that way). Then, start with your base coat, add polish, and finish with top coat. 10. Stop shaking your polish to mix it up. When your polish sits for too long without being used, it settles and the ingredients separate. To properly mix the polish together again, roll the bottle between your hands rather than shaking it, since the latter creates air bubbles in the formula that can also show up as tiny bubbles on your nails when you paint them. By Carly Cardellino | February 28, 2017 Visit this blog to learn more about know the things you should stop doing to your nail: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/advice/a4168/things-you-should-never-do-to-your-nails/

HEY NAILFRIENDS! How to Grow Stronger, Healthier Nails, According to Dermatologists From manicure tips to diet tweaks, these expert-approved remedies will strengthen weak, brittle nails fast. Weak nails are a total buzzkill. But as tempting as it is to hide your thin and peeling nails under a permanent gel manicure, there are plenty of lifestyle tweaks that, collectively, can bring your nails back to their former glory. So, what causes our nails to weaken in the first place? “Our nails are made up of layers of keratin, a protein that’s also found in our hair and skin,” says Rhonda Klein, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in Westport, Connecticut. “As we age, the cells in our bodies produce keratin at a slower rate, which can cause the nails to weaken and appear dry and dull.” 1. Moisturize your hands and nails regularly. Frequently moisturizing your nails and the surrounding skin with a hand cream can prevent further impairment of the integrity of the nails, says Philadelphia-based dermatologist Rina Allawh, MD. 2. Keep them on the shorter side. “If you’re having trouble with weak nails, consider cutting down the length while you build up their strength,” suggests Dr. Solomon. “Shorter nails are less prone to breaking because there are fewer exposed edges to tear, and less surface area where water and chemicals can be absorbed.” Once trimmed, prevent snags by gently rounding the edges with a nail file. 3. Become a nail filing master. Go with a soft nail file to keep the edges of your nails smooth, says Dr. Klein. With rougher grains, you run the risk of making tears in the nail, which can lead to peeling and hangnails. File your nails in one direction, using long and swift (but gentle) strokes. “Back and forth see-saw motions will cause the nail to splinter,” says Dr. Solomon 4. Ditch nail polish removers that contain acetone. A nail polish remover loaded with acetone (the solvent responsible for dissolving nail polish lightning-fast) is harsh on weak nails and can dry them out something fierce. “This can cause peeling, splitting, and those unsightly white, mottled marks,” says Dr. Solomon. 5. Don’t overdo the hand sanitizer. Because hand sanitizers are typically alcohol-based, constantly applying the stuff can dry out your nails and leave them super brittle. “If you have to use hand sanitizer, try not to get it on your nails, and don’t overdo it,” says Dr. Solomon. Using hand sanitizer wipes can make it easier to avoid the nail area during application—or if you prefer the liquid variety, make sure to slather on moisturizer afterward to balance the scales. 6. Eat more foods that promote strong nails. Avoid yo-yo dieting, which can lead to vitamin deficiencies that may put the strength of your nails in jeopardy. Make sure you eat enough protein and calcium too, which are thought to promote nail health, says Robin Evans, MD, Connecticut-based board-certified dermatologist and clinical instructor at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Loading up on biotin-rich foods, such as veggies, eggs, and nuts, may also help. 7. Stay hydrated. “Drinking enough water is essential for health, and nail health is no exception,” says Dr. Solomon. “Without adequate moisture, nails can become brittle and break or peel easily.” Staying hydrated will help your nails retain moisture and stay strong. 8. Cut back on gel and acrylic manicures. They may be touted as an easy alternative for people who have trouble growing their nails, but frequent gel or acrylic manicures can cause your nails to peel, weakening them in the process. These manicures also expose your digits to excessive amounts of acetone in the soak required to remove them, which is very drying to the nail, says Dr. Klein. If you prefer to keep these types of manicures on rotation, make sure to either give your nails time to breathe between applications or save them for special occasions. 9. Choose non-toxic nail polishes. “I recommend avoiding polishes that contain formaldehyde, DBP, and toluene, which are harsher chemicals to already weak nails,” says Dr. Evans. Look for polishes that say “3-free” on the bottle, which means they don’t contain these iffy chemicals. (There are also brands that call themselves “5-free” and “7-free,” where in addition to the big three, their polishes don’t contain formaldehyde resin, camphor, TPHP, and xylene.) DEMIblue is 21-free!!! 10. Always apply base and top coats. Base and top coats are especially helpful when your nails are on the weaker side because they provide your nails with an additional protective barrier from things like dehydration and breakage, says Dr. Evans. By: Krissy Brady | Sep 23, 2019 Visit this blog to learn more about nail care routine: https://www.prevention.com/health/a20516850/14-secrets-to-strengthen-brittle-nails/21

HEY NAILFRIENDS! Nail Care Routine – All You Need To Know Do You Know How To Properly Clean And Cut Your Nails? Do You Know Your Nail Care Routine? It is crucial that you do. It may not seem important but is as important as washing your hair and having a bath/shower. Read on to learn more about your nail care routine. Nails always make you feel good and nice about yourself. Just because you treat yourself to regular manicures, you will most likely give very little thought to your nails and nail health. It can be distressing if you have dry, brittle nails that feel weak or break easily. To keep your fingernails looking their best together with your nail care routine you must: 1. Clean Your Hands With Soap And Warm Water. This will prevent the build-up of bacteria on your hands, will clean your nails and may prevent dirt under your nails getting worse. Wash off all the soap and dry your hands on a clean, soft towel. You should also soak your nails every other week or so in warm water and a moisturizing soap. When cleaning under your nails, use a clean soft nail brush because otherwise you may be transferring dirt and skin cells back under your nails. Your nails are delicate and scrubbing them too roughly can actually expose you to infection. 2. Clean And Dry. Keep your nails clean and dry. If they are wet for too long, bacteria can form under the nail and lead to infections. Too much exposure to water may actually lead to split fingernails. 3. Trim Your Nails While They Are Soft Once washed with warm water, trim your nails. It is in fact easier to trim your nails after a bath/shower since they are soft and gentler to clip. You must trim your nails regularly depending on how quickly they grow and how long you want them. The more often you trim them (before they get too long), the stronger they will grow out to be. Don’t file your nails immediately after exposure to water as this may weaken your nails. 4. Use A Hand Lotion/Cream Using a hand lotion/cream will aid in moisturizing your skin in addition to the natural moisture that your body provides. When applying lotion/cream to your hands, make sure to rub some into and around your nails. This will not only soften your hands, but your fingernails and cuticles can benefit too which will improve nail health. 5. Use Cuticle Oil Using cuticle oil not only strengthens your nails, it helps you push back those cuticles. Rub a small amount of oil on and around your cuticles covering the skin around your nails as well. You can also dip your fingertips into a small bowl of oil for a couple of minutes. Using nail moisturizer is healthy for your nails and results in healthier and stronger nails. 6. Nail Hardener Use nail hardener to make your nails stronger. You can pick this type of polish up at your local drugstore. However, avoid using too many nail polishes and removers on your nails. When using removers, look for acetone-free formulas. 7. Use Gloves Whenever you’re cleaning with harsh chemicals, gardening, or doing anything that involves soaking or dirtying your hands, wear rubber, vinyl, nitrile or plastic gloves, preferably with a cotton liner. It not only protects your polish but keeps anything harsh or drying in your cleaning solutions off your hands. Nail care must be a part of your daily routine. It will take some time till you get into this habit but the results will be amazing. Do consider occasionally giving your nails time to breathe, product-free! Give yourself a mani-pedi at least once a month to keep your hands and feet looking nice. By: Tips Turvy Nails| December 8, 2018⁠ Visit this blog to learn more about nail care routine: https://tipsyturvynails.com/nail-care-routine-all-you-need-to-know/

HEY NAILFRIENDS! Easy And Natural Nail Care Tips And Tricks When it comes to taking care of your nails, getting a manicure is not the only option. In fact, you must take care of your nails on a daily basis. Here are some simple tricks and tips that will help you do so. Take a look: 1. Keep Your Fingernails Dry And Clean. All problems start with germs and bacteria. You must make sure that there is no scope for them to breed. Clean your nails regularly and make sure you dry them after washing. This also prevents dirt and bacteria from accumulating under your nails. However, don’t overdo it; nails soaked in water for long durations may lead to splits. When you need to wash dishes, it is best to protect your fingernails with gloves. You also need to ensure that the skin around the nails is clean and dirt-free too. What we recommend is you take a toothbrush and apply some salt onto it and use it to scrub your nails and the skin around them gently. 2. Maintain Hygiene. Clean your nails regularly and make sure all your nail tools are periodically washed and sanitized. Make sure that your nails don’t grow too long as that makes it easier for the dirt to accumulate below the nails. Apply natural disinfectants on your nails like tea tree oil to keep the bacteria away and protect your nails from germs. 3. Trim Regularly. Similar to how trimming your hair regularly is good for its health, the same goes for your nails. Take a nail cutter and cut them neatly. Take out some time every few weeks to trim your nails and shape them in a manner you like. It is best if you trim your nails in a straight line and then either square or round them off at the tips. 4. Never Scrape Off Your Nail Polish. Scraping off your nail polish is the worst thing you can do to them. It makes your nail surface rough and patchy. It also strips away the top layer of your nails. Also, to prevent the polish from chipping off on its own, you must apply the nail paint in two rounds of thin coats instead of dousing it in one thick layer of color. Instead of hurriedly scraping off your nail paint to avoid the chipped nail polish look, carry a few nail polish remover tissues. 5. File Your Nails In One Direction. File slowly and gently, and in one direction. Otherwise, the nails get weak and break prematurely. Filing in the same direction also helps you achieve a smooth tip and makes it easier for you to shape the tip in a manner you want. Filing them in an aggressive manner blunts your tips and leaves no scope of shaping them. Begin to file from one corner to the center and then from the center to the other edge or vice versa. This process helps you achieve a smooth finish and doesn’t harm your nail beds. 6. Avoid Harsh Polish. You need to be very careful while picking a nail polish. Paraben and sulfate filled ones are bad for your nails and the skin surrounding it. Also, eating with hands that have paint on its nails is not a good idea as bits of the nail paint can chip and fall into the food, which will eventually go inside your body and cause harm. Instead, choose natural and chemical-free nail paints that are eco-friendly and cruelty-free. 7. Cut Nails Straight Across. Cut your nails evenly to avoid any ingrowth. Do not let your nails grow too much. Always keep them leveled and even for a neat look. Growing nails too long makes them long and curved and causes issues like broken skin and ruptured cuticles. Best to cut them short and round them at the tips. 8. Try Natural Nail-Strengthening Treatments. You can opt for some conditioning treatments that can strengthen your nails. Conditioners that contain CF formulas are a good choice. They hydrate and nourish your nails and make them healthy and strong. By: By Esha Saxena| December 6, 2021⁠ Visit this blog to learn more effective tips https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/10-tips-and-tricks-for-beautiful-nails/

HEY NAILFRIENDS! How to Prevent Your Nail Polish From Cracking and Peeling Discover ways to boost your manicure's life from start to finish—no cracking or peeling nail polish allowed. 1. Opt For a Waterless Manicure. "Your nails are extremely porous and can absorb water even faster than your skin," Dunne says. "Waterlogged hands cause the nail to expand and shrink within hours of the manicure being completed, causing the polish to chip prematurely. Your polish cannot contract as your nails do so the polish can chip and crack when your nails shrink back to their normal shape and size." And waterless nail studio owners aren't the only ones who swear by the method. Gibson Tuttle also thinks waterless manis are the real deal. "Historically, manis have included water to soak your cuticles but the issue is that it expands your nail plate—and when that water evaporates, your polish will crack and/or chip." Instead of getting a classic manicure to make your cuticles look their best, she recommends going waterless during the mani process and tending to your cuticles daily afterward. "Regularly push your cuticles back in the shower and use a buffer to gently remove any excess cuticle," she instructs. "You can clip whatever is hanging (but nothing more!)." 2. Buff Your Nail Plate Before Applying Polish. First, Gibson Tuttle says to buff your nail plate to make sure you have a smooth surface for the polish to adhere to. "Uneven surfaces on your nails lends to cracks more easily," she explains. "[After buffing,] prep by swiping your nails with polish remover prior to painting, even when not wearing polish—this ensures you don't have any residual oil on your nails, which can cause polish to not fully adhere." 3. Always Use Basecoat and Topcoat. While starting and ending with base and topcoat tacks extra time onto a manicure, they're important steps that shouldn't be skipped. "Applying base and topcoat is critical to preventing chipping or cracking for a lasting manicure," Dunne says. "Basecoat is what allows the coats to adhere to your nails and topcoat is what seals it all in." Dunne recommends reapplying your topcoat every other day to prevent your nail polish from cracking. 4. Paint Thin Coats. Quite simply, Gibson Tuttle says that "thick coats of polish equal chipping and peeling." Dunne tacks onto this, noting that, while some people think that the thicker the coat of polish, the stronger it will be, it's actually the total opposite. "The thinner the coats, and the longer you let them dry in-between coats, the longer the polish will last," she says. 5. Extend Color and Topcoat Over the Top Edge of Your Nail. When you get your nails painted, pay special attention that your manicurist carries the color over the front edge. "It is extremely important that the free edge of your nail is coated with polish and topcoat so that polish doesn’t lift or chip from the free edge of your nail," Dunne says. Gibson Tuttle adds, "Capping the tip of your nail helps ensure the entire nail is sealed, which helps to prevent tip wear." 6. Use a chip-resisting top coat. Top coats do way more than provide a patent-leather finish. Snag a good, chip-resistant lacquer, and it'll keep your polish from peeling over time. Better yet, you might want to touch up the top coat after a few days—the polish can start to wear off after some time, which leaves the pigment vulnerable to chips and dings. "This is an important hack for keeping your nails intact in between manicures," Lin adds. 7. Resist the Urge to Shake Your Nail Polish Before Opening. We know what you're thinking: Why does this matter? Oh, but it does. According to Gibson Tuttle, shaking leads to bubbles and bubbles lead to chips. As such, she recommends rolling the bottle between your hands to mix it without forming bubbles. 8. Use Polish and Topcoat From the Same Brand. If you're like us, you likely have a collection of polishes from all different brands. While that's all good and well, Gibson Tuttle says to use polishes and topcoats from the same brand. "The two formulas are specifically formulated to work together to give you your longest-lasting manicure," she explains. Therefore, if you buy a new polish color, make sure you have a coordinating topcoat from the range. Otherwise, it's like wearing two different socks—fine, but not ideal. 8. Use Cuticle Serum Regularly. Just like you apply lip balm every day, you should layer on cuticle serum daily as well. "Not only will it make your mani look like you just stepped out of the salon but it will make sure you don't pick (or bite!) your polish," Gibson Tuttle explains, noting that it's super hydrating, too. 8. Replace Your Polish After One Year. We know, we know: Once you have a favorite color, the last thing you want to do is throw it out before you've used it all. However, according to Gibson Tuttle, it's necessary. "Once you open a polish bottle, you begin to introduce air into the formula, which will eventually make polish thicker. This can lead to clumps, which will make your mani more likely to chip," she says. Here is a nail polish suggestion, don't worry we've got more! By: Rebecca Norris | January 13, 2022 Visit this blog to learn more effective tips https://www.byrdie.com/crack-nails-polish-4775439

HEY NAILFRIENDS! Easy Ways To Make Nail Polish Last Longer & Keep Your Mani Salon-Fresh According to the experts, there are a few nail care tweaks to help make your nail polish last longer. Here, their tips and tricks to give the mani some staying power: 1. Don't soak. "When your nails are soaked in water, they expand," manicurist and founder of Varnish Lane, Lauren Dunne once told us. The soak can distort and widen the nails' shape, and when you paint polish over the nail and it dries "[this causes] your polish to chip prematurely." While a good soak can help soften the coarser skin on your feet, it's not totally necessary for the more delicate skin on your fingertips. That said, you'll want to avoid soaking your fingertips after the mani, too (with warm baths, washing dishes, and the like). Not only can the water cause your nails to expand and contract, which can lift the pigment, but it can also make them brittle and dry over time. 2. Buff the nails after filing. After clipping and shaping your nails, don't skip the buffer. Especially if you "saw" at the nail with a rough emery board, you can create tiny micro-frays along the nail—you may not be able to see the splits, but trust that when those rough edges start to peel, your polish will go along with it. That said, when you buff along the free edge of the nail, it actually helps seal the keratin layers that may have split during filing. You can also use a glass nail file to simultaneously smooth out the edges while you shape: "Due to the fine grit of a glass/crystal file, it also closes and seals the keratin layers of the free edge of the nail," says Evelyn Lim, chief educator of Paintbox. If you use a standard emery board, though, chances are you'll need a quick buff. 3. Avoid getting polish on your cuticles. It's easier said than done, we know, but do your best to paint inside the lines. A stray swipe of polish might not seem be-all and end-all, but you don't want the lacquer to settle into your cuticles. See, the paint on your skin will come off quicker than the paint on your nails; if your polish is sealed between your skin and nail, when the paint eventually lifts off your cuticles, the polish on your nail will chip along with it. But mastering an error-free mani is, you know, pretty difficult. Try this fail-safe tip for a smudge-free manicure: Before applying your base coat, trace the perimeter of your nails with an oily balm, especially working it into those cuticles. The jelly substance acts as a barrier between your skin and the nail, so if you smudge a little polish into your cuticles while you paint, it'll wipe off afterward with ease. 4. Push your cuticles back. "When polish sticks to your cuticles, it's easy to peel and ruin your mani," says Amy Lin, the founder of sundays—a nail care brand focused on wellness (as we pointed out with the predicament above). That said, pushing them back gently with a wooden stick or cuticle pusher can help create ample space on the nail plate. "Make sure you clean any residue oil from the cuticle serum after you're done cleaning up your cuticles," Lin notes, adding, "Wash your hands or use a polish remover to clean the nail plate." 5. Use nourishing, conditioning polishes. As a general rule: When your nails are weak and brittle, your polish will chip easier. After all, how is a lacquer going to stay on nails that frequently break and split? That said, products that impart nourishing, moisturizing ingredients (and avoid formaldehyde, camphor, toluene, and other drying chemicals) have a bit more staying power—that goes for pigments, top coats, and base coats. "The most important being your base coat because that is what is touching your nail and seeping into the skin," says Nadine Abramcyk, co-founder of clean salon tenoverten. So if you're going to invest in one top-quality polish, perhaps it should be your base. But we suggest making the full swap to clean nail care if you can 6. Use a chip-resisting top coat. Top coats do way more than provide a patent-leather finish. Snag a good, chip-resistant lacquer (like this protective top coat from sundays), and it'll keep your polish from peeling over time. Better yet, you might want to touch up the top coat after a few days—the polish can start to wear off after some time, which leaves the pigment vulnerable to chips and dings. "This is an important hack for keeping your nails intact in between manicures," Lin adds. 7. Let your polish fully set. While polish usually takes around seven to 10 minutes to dry, according to Lim, you don't want to be flailing your digits right after stowing the mani kit. You may thinkyour nails have fully dried, but as soon as you dig into your tote or put on your shoes, you're met with smudged fingertips. Tragic. 8. Dry with cool air. On that note, you may rely on a dryer to help speed the dry time, be it a fan (electric or paper) or a hairdryer. If you choose the latter, make sure to keep the setting on cool: Heat can cause the polish to bubble, which makes it easier for it to chip down the line. Plus, as Lin tells us about drying nails fast, cold air actually works faster, and it won't dry out the surrounding skin. "[Heat] can dry out your cuticle area, which you spent a lot of time nourishing during a manicure," she notes By: Jamie Schneider | April 14, 2021 Visit this blog to learn more effective tips https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-make-nail-polish-last-longe

HEY NAILFRIENDS! HERE IS THE ULTIMATE GUIDE ON HOW TO PAINT YOUR NAILS, ACCORDING TO THE PROS These game-changing tricks will make your at-home mani look like a salon job. 1. Cuticle oil can liven up unpainted nails When your nails look sad and you don’t have time for a full manicure, Jin Soon Choi, who founded her eponymous nail line, swears by cuticle oil to moisturize dry skin and give your mani a second wind. “Or if you don’t have cuticle oil at home, olive or coconut oil will also work perfectly,” she says. Just massage a few drops around each nail, and they’ll look instantly refreshed 2. Don’t skimp on buffing. It's easy to skip this step, but if you truly want a salon-quality mani, don't sleep on it. “If you don't buff, the natural oils in your nails can build up, leaving manicure-ruining residue on them,” says Rita Remark, Essie global lead educator. “Buffing your nails is kind of like brushing your teeth—it's brightening, it makes nails look more youthful, and it gets rid of ridges.” 3. Base coat is key. We know, we know, it's yet another step, but it really does make all the difference. Apply a base coat to hydrate and protect nails and prevent chipping. Then chill for a few. Nail guru Essie Weingarten, founder of Essie, recommends waiting two full minutes between each coat, starting with the base coat. 4. Use painter’s tape for negative space manis. “Lay down the tape in the shape you want to ‘cut out’ of your nail color,” says celebrity nail artist Miss Pop. “Then apply a base coat and two coats of polish around the tape. When you peel it off, you’re left with an awesome negative-space manicure without any Picasso-like skills.” 5. When it comes to polish, less is more. “Many of us overload the brush and do too many strokes,” Nails Inc. founder Thea Green says. “The key is to load just enough polish on the brush to cover the nail in one coat.” She recommends striping your nail three times: once down the middle, once on each side 6. Wear ridge filler when your nails need a break. If your nails are looking a little worn or rough, bring them back to life with ridge filler. Nail artist Naomi Yasuda paints one coat onto each nail for a matte, neutral finish that makes nails look smooth and clean. 7. Apply glitter the right way. Raise your hand if you've ever painted, like, a thousand coats of glitter on to get it to fully cover your nail. Well, consider your mind blown with this trick from nail vlogger Kelli Marissa. Instead of using the polish brush to paint directly on your nail, saturate the edge of a makeup sponge instead—then press the sponge on over your nail. The sponge soaks up most of the actual nail polish leaving just the glitter behind, so it goes on dense and opaque in one fell swoop. 8. Treat your nail care like skin care. Ever wonder how those women with long almond nails keep them from breaking? “It requires constant care and TLC,” says Remark. That obviously sounds like a lot of work, but think of it like this: “During your nighttime routine, add a step to take care of your nails. So when you’re done with your face, put on cuticle oil after that.” It helps to keep a bottle of it right next to your bed. 9. Simple nails often make the biggest impact. Talk to any pro artist and they’ll agree: You don’t need a lot of bells and whistles to make a statement. Naomi Gonzalez-Longstaff loves creamy pastels, especially soft pinks; Rose Velez-Miggins likes a mixture of pale shades and earthy tones that flatter all different skin tones; and Choi is all about androgynous colors (think greige and browns) with a squoval (squarish oval) tip. 10. Seal off your nails. Nicks and chips tend to happen most at the tip of the nail, and yet the majority of us forget to give that part a little extra topcoat love. Try this trick (it acts like Saran Wrap for the polish on that area): “Take a topcoat and run a horizontal swipe of it over the bottom edge of your nail after you do your last coat,” says Edwards. Let it dry, and repeat one more time. By: Lindsay Schallon | May 19, 2021 Visit this blog to learn more effective tips https://www.glamour.com/story/how-to-paint-your-nails-manicurist-advice

HEY NAILFRIENDS! HERE IS THE ULTIMATE LIST OF WHAT KIDS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NAIL CARE Nails are important Because your nails are important and can even help a doctor find out if you are healthy or not, it's important to take good care of them. It's not that hard. Here are some dos and don'ts of fingernail and toenail care. DO 1. Keep them short and clean Keep them short and clean. Use a good nail clipper or a small nail scissors to cut them every week or two. If you let your nails get too long, they're more likely to break and to get germs under them that can make you sick. 2. Cut them in the shape of the tip of your finger Cut them in the shape of the tip of your finger, kind of straight across but a little round at the sides so they're strong. 3. Cut your toenails straight across Cut your toenails straight across, using a clipper designated for toenails. This will help prevent an ingrown toenail. 4. Emery board Some people use a nail file or emery board (it looks like a popsicle stick with rough surfaces) to smooth the ends of their nails. Make sure that the file is not old and dull. It will work better if it is new. Rub it back and forth very gently along the end of your nail to remove any rough edges. DON'T 1. Don't bite your nails Don't bite your nails or pick at the skin around your nails. It can cause an infection and it hurts, too! 2. Don't pry or poke with your nails Don't pry or poke at things with your nails. This can damage them. 3. Don't cut or push back the cuticles Cut or push back the cuticles, the tiny sliver of skin where your nail grows out your finger. That can lead to infection. 4. Don't use nail-polish remover more than twice a month Don't use nail-polish remover more than twice a month. It's really hard on your nails. By: American Academy of Dermatology Association | N.A. Visit this blog to learn more important details https://www.aad.org/public/parents-kids/healthy-habits/parents/kids/nail-care