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Why Nail Health Matters
When you take care of your nails properly, you not only enhance your confidence but also prevent potential problems like infections, breakage, and brittleness.
Essential Nail Care Practices
Keep Nails Clean and Dry
Bacteria and fungi love moisture. Keep your nails clean and dry to prevent germs from growing underneath. When washing dishes, cleaning, or using harsh chemicals, wear cotton-lined rubber gloves to protect your hands.
Moisturize Daily
When you apply hand lotion, don't forget your fingernails and cuticles. Apply nourishing cuticle oil daily to keep the cuticle area soft and prevent painful hangnails. Look for creams with shea butter, glycerin, or hyaluronic acid for best results.
File with Care
Protect your nail beds by using only 240 grit or finer files. Glass and crystal files are the gold standard for nail care. They're durable, hygienic, and their smooth surface seals the nail edge to prevent peeling and breakage. This makes them perfect for weak or brittle nails. Whether using glass or traditional files, always choose 240 grit or higher for gentle, natural nail shaping.
Habits to Avoid
Don't Bite or Pick
Avoid biting your fingernails or picking at your cuticles. These habits can damage the nail bed and allow germs to enter, causing infections.
Don't Use Nails as Tools
Opening pop cans or scraping off labels with your nails can cause chipping, splitting, or lifting of the nail bed. Use proper tools instead.
Don't Pull Hangnails
Pulling hangnails can rip live tissue. Instead, gently clip them off with clean scissors.
Don't Rip off Nail Extensions
While peeling off extensions may seem quick and easy, it's one of the most damaging things you can do to your nails. Nail extensions create a strong chemical bond with your natural nail plate. When you forcibly remove them, you're stripping away multiple layers of your own nail tissue. This trauma leaves nails paper-thin, weak, and vulnerable to further damage. Patience pays off: always remove extensions properly through soaking or professional removal.