Do’s and Don’ts of Nail Care
1. Do’s
” Leave your nails without nail polish once in a while atleast inorder to allow them to breathe.
” Keep a pack of hand lotion or cream near the kitchen sink and use it each time after washing your hands.
” Wear gloves while doing housework or gardening and rub some hand cream or lotion before putting on the gloves.
” Apply oil to your nails whenever possible inorder to strengthen them.
” Include ample quantities of calcium and vitamin A in your daily diet.
” Keep your manicure set clean inorder to prevent any infection.
” Have a professional manicure done atleast once a month.
” Prolonged exposure to the sun is not good for nails and a lot of swimming will dry them. This can be encountered by keeping the nails and cuticles well moisturised.
” Before doing chores like dusting or gardening, first dig the nails into a soap bar. This prevents dirt from getting embedded under them and also make them easier to clean later.
” To keep nail polish intact in the bath, smoothen a little skin cream on...