Clean Tips For Strong Nails

Tired of spending money three times a week on acrylics but don't want to give up the look of long, sculpted nails? We can help! We know having shaped and strong nails is important to you, and that many people use manicures or a fresh coat of paint as a self-care technique. We don't want to take that away, we want to help you achieve naturally gorgeous nails. There are plenty of ways to add nail strengthening habits to your everyday routine, and some things you should avoid in order to preserve the strength and shape of your natural nails.

Remove The Acrylics

You can't help your nails if they're covered, and acrylics are incredibly damaging to the natural nail. Have a nail technician remove the acrylics properly. Attempting to rip or crack them off can result in torn nails and injuries to your fingers, nail bed, and skin. When acrylic nails are applied, technicians file down your nails in order to keep the acrylics in place. This technique thins the nail, making it easier for them to crack or break.
No acrylics? No problem! These tips are for everyone and anyone who is looking to strengthen their nails.

Avoid Excess Water Exposure

We wash our hands often, as we should, but extended hard water exposure wears down nails over time. The minerals in hard water break down keratin, which is what nails and nailbeds are made of. As the layers are stripped, the strength of your nails will wear down, leading to brittle nails. If you have hard tap water, use a pair of rubber cleaning gloves when you're washing dishes or need to have your hands in the water for a long period of time.

Rubbing Oils

Adding a rubbing oil to your daily night routine will help your nails heal and strengthen overnight. Keeping nailbeds moisturized is as important as moisturizing the rest of your body. Jojoba oil is chalked full of vitamin E and B which helps repair damaged, dry nails. We suggest overnight use because skin cells regenerate twice as fast during sleep due to a higher level of blood flow.

Better Soap

Castile soap is an oil-based soap that offers the same germ-fighting protection as regular soap. Using an oil-based soap daily will keep your skin moisturized and strengthen your nails all in one go. Sensitive skin? No problem. Castile soap is a wonderful alternative if regular soap irritates your skin often.

Shaping and filing nails is a common part of nail care, but using harsh scratchy nail files can actually do more harm than good. Try using a glass nail file instead. Their lifespan is much longer than traditional files and they are incredibly gentle in comparison. Clipping your nails is another care routine that isn't as beneficial as you might think. Clipping can cut too deep and leave your nails jagged, which can cause breakage. Using a glass nail file eliminates the possibility of tears due to bad shaping while keeping your nails looking neat and pampered.
Beautiful nails don't have to come at a cost. Strengthen your natural nails with these tips and give yourself a well-deserved manicure.