I am getting a lot a questions lately on how to transition from acrylic nails to natural nails. Woman are beginning to realize that natural nails are very sexy and beautiful also. I will tell you as a reformed user of nail prosthetic that it will not happen over night. Depending on how long you have been an abuser of and have been chemically dependant on the acrylic stuff will certainly determine how your rehab goes. Time and consistency will give you great results. Here are some tips from the Mayo clinic and some of my own edits for your nails. Enjoy.. any other question please write me.!
Nail care tips
No nail care product alone can give you healthy nails. But following these simple guidelines can help you keep your nails looking their best:- Don't abuse your nails. To prevent nail damage, don't use your fingernails as tools to pick, poke or pry things.
- Don't bite your nails or pick at your cuticles. These habits can damage the nail bed. Even a minor cut alongside your nail can allow bacteria or fungi to enter and cause an infection (paronychia).
- Keep your nails dry and clean. This prevents bacteria, fungi or other organisms from growing under the nail. Clean under the nails regularly and thoroughly dry your hands and feet after bathing. Wear rubber gloves when using soap and water for prolonged periods.
- Trim nails and file nails regularly. Trim nails straight across and file down thickened areas. Use a sharp manicure scissors or clippers and an emery board to smooth nail edges. Trimming and filing are easier and safer if done just after bathing or soaking the nails.
- Never pull off hangnails — doing so almost always results in ripping living tissue. Instead clip off hangnails, leaving a slight angle outward.
- Moisturize your nails frequently. Nails need moisture just like your skin does. Rub lotion into your nails when moisturizing your hands. Be sure to apply a moisturizer after removing fingernail polish.
- Watch for problems. If you have a nail problem that doesn't seem to go away on its own or is associated with other signs and symptoms, make an appointment with your doctor to get it checked out.
Special considerations: Manicures and weak nails
If you rely on manicures to make your nails look good, keep a few things in mind. Check to be sure that your nail technician properly sterilizes all tools used during your manicure. Using unsterilized tools may transmit yeast or bacterial infections. You may also purchase your own tools and bring them with you on your visit to your nail salon. (I bring my own nail polish also)
Weak or brittle fingernails can be a challenge to toughen up. The following tips can help you protect them, making your nails less likely to split or break.
- Keep your nails short, square shaped and slightly rounded on top. Trim brittle nails after a bath or a 15-minute hand soak in bath oil. Then apply a moisturizer.
- Moisturize your nails and cuticles several times a day and after your nails have been in water. Also, apply moisturizer at bedtime and cover your hands with cotton gloves.
- Apply a nail hardener, but avoid products containing toluene sulfonamide or formaldehyde. These chemicals can cause redness or irritate the skin. (Nail Tek is a great strengthener)
- Apply nail polish. A thin coat of nail polish may help keep moisture in the nail. Remove and reapply the nail polish after a week.
- Don't use nail polish remover more than once a week. When you do need a remover, avoid those that use acetone, which dries nails.
- Take a biotin supplement. Taking 2.5 milligrams of biotin daily may increase the thickness of nails.
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