It’s winter and weather we like it or not these tough conditions take quite a toll on our hair, skin and nails. While I plan on posting some regular content on counteract some of these dryness symptoms, Nail Beauty Expert Katie Saxton of Custom Nail Solutions shared some great tips with me on how to keep your nails strengthened and conditioned during these cold months.
DIET RIGHT:
- Take in calcium, iron, protein, and vitamins A, B, C and D and your nails will gradually grow stronger and healthier.
- Eat the right foods. Try fish, chicken, eggs, cheese, milk and plenty of fruits and vegetables. These are also great foods to keep you healthy overall!
- Take in a lot of biotin.
CONSISTENT NAIL MAINTENANCE:
- Scheduling regular manicures is crucial during the winter months if you want healthy nails. You can schedule in-salon manicures, or do them at home. Both work as long as you are doing them consistently.
- File, buff and massage the nails. Purchase a buffer, and start at the cuticle and move forward to buff the entire nail bed. The buff will keep your nails from cracking.
PROTECT YOUR NAILS:
- Nail strengtheners and hardeners. Think of it as conditioner for your hair. It cuts down on nail chipping most of all!
- Cuticle care. If you don’t want to spend money on name brand cuticle products, you can also use olive oil right from your kitchen! Whatever you decide, leave it on for five minutes to fully replenish your nails. Don’t wash your hands completely, allowing your nails to get the richest conditioning possible.
- Use lotions to keep your hands moisturized. During the winter months, hands become dryer than we’d like. Use a few times a day and you’ll feel the difference.
- Refuse the urge to bite your nails.
- Don’t use your nails to pry open jars; find the right tool instead.