As a pedicurist, I have witnessed countless clients suffer with a rather unsightly issue – weak, flaking nails. Lazy manicures, overly-processed salon polish, and over-paired acrylics have led to the present nail issue; and the bad news is that this is only going to get worse. The good news? Natural treatments can be a great start to self-care.
Hydration – More than water, your nails thrive when hydrated. Not only will your nails be stronger, but they will be healthier too. Focus on splashing in the sink a lot and using warm, not hot, water for your fingertips. The humidity in the air will also encourage skin cell regeneration.
Stocking up on non-toxic nail polish – Depending on the shade you want to wear, you may need to purchase enough styles for multiple nail salon visits, which are going to be expensive! However, spending a little money now to reduce your quality nail situation in the future will allow you to apply your chosen shade and look at your nails first thing each morning (only!) and gradually reduce the amount of ‘lots and lots of nail polish’ that you are putting onto your nails.
Eating vitamin D – Eating your local fresh foods will naturally increase the levels of vitamin D in your body. By ensuring your skin and body is well hydrated and eating calcium rich foods such as dairy and eggs, you will produce more vitamin D in your body. A great resource to learn more about Vitamin D is the World Health Organization.
Facial Salts – The maintenance of all those dead skin cells that can contribute to nail strength can be enhanced with an effective facial salt. This is a discreet ritual that is an add-on to any facial and is perfect for when you are simply too busy to go for your manicure or pedicure. Not only do facial salts provide nourishment, shine and a ‘nice glow’, but they also help to soften and flake-free nails! Not to mention, the knowledge that they can increase your self-care cred!
Water absorption – Finding the right combination of water and vitamin C is the best way to keep your nail care regime strong and healthy. The majority of anti-aging and serious conditions of the body have a link to poor energy levels and inadequate hydration. Therefore, you could not be in better hands to work with on your hair and skin care. Find the right ratio of water, vitamin C and minerals. Drinking water is essential and doing so regularly will also help support your vitamin C levels. This will also ensure that your nutritional requirements for hair and skin are met. Once you have perfected your water and vitamin C formulas, find a DIY recipe for natural nails and chaps. It may sound difficult, but it can be achieved – just make sure you don’t damage your nails during the process.
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