Some tips on how to take care of your nails in your life

Nail art is much more than just making your nails pretty. It is first and foremost a form of self-expression. By choosing different colors, patterns and decorations, we can convey our personality, mood and style. Whether it's sweet and cute pink, mysterious and deep black, or vibrant colorful patchwork, each choice tells our story silently.

It also boosts confidence. When we look at our well-groomed nails, we feel a sense of satisfaction and confidence. This confidence radiates in the way we lift our hands and feet, influencing how we interact and relate to others.

Moreover, manicure has important etiquette significance in certain occasions. In formal social events or business occasions, neat, beautiful nails can show our attention to detail and respect for others.

Nail Care Knowledge

1. Avoid excessive exposure to hot water and detergents

Hot water and detergents can dry out your nails and make them prone to breakage. It's a good idea to wear gloves when washing dishes, clothes or taking a shower to minimize your nails' contact with these substances.

2. Apply nail polish regularly

Nail polish provides nourishment and protection to nails against dryness, breakage and discoloration. You can choose a nail polish that contains ingredients such as vitamin E and calcium and apply it 2 - 3 times a week.

3. Pay attention to a balanced diet

The health of your nails is closely related to your diet. Consuming foods rich in proteins, vitamins and minerals, such as meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, fruits and vegetables, helps keep nails healthy.

4. Avoid frequent manicures

While manicures are beautiful, getting them too often can cause damage to your nails. It is recommended to give your nails a break every once in a while to give them time to recover and grow.

5. Trim your nails correctly

Don't trim them too short or rounded to avoid problems such as onychomycosis. Also, pay attention to the way you trim to avoid damage to your nails.

Emergency treatment for nail injuries:

If a nail is accidentally injured, such as pinched, broken or torn, here are some emergency measures to take:

• Pinched Nails: If a nail is pinched, apply ice immediately to reduce pain and swelling. Apply an ice pack or ice wrapped in a towel to the injured area for 15 - 20 minutes at a time and repeat at 1 - 2 hour intervals. If the pain is severe or bruising occurs, seek medical attention.
• Broken Nail: If the nail is broken but not completely detached, carefully trim the break with nail clippers to make it as flat as possible, and then gently bandage it with a Band-Aid or gauze to avoid further damage to the nail. If the nail comes off completely, don't panic, stop the bleeding by applying pressure with clean gauze or paper towels, and go to the hospital as soon as possible, where the doctor will disinfect, bandage, and follow up as appropriate.
• Torn nails: If a nail is torn, do not forcefully pull the torn part, carefully cut the torn nail with sterilized nail clippers or scissors, then disinfect it with a disinfectant solution such as iodophor, apply antibiotic ointment, and bandage it with a band-aid or gauze.

Nail Art Tutorial

Basic Manicure

• Use a nail clipper to trim the shape of your nails, such as round, square or oval. Be careful not to cut too short so as not to injure the nail bed.
• Trim the edges of your nails with a thwart strip for a smoother finish. Start on one side of the nail and gently sand toward the other side, avoiding rubbing back and forth.
• Polish the nail surface with a sponge thwart to remove the surface shine. Gently slide the sponge buff over the nail surface, taking care to apply even pressure.

Trimming and cleaning nails

• Soak your hands in warm water to soften the dead skin around your nails. You can add some warm water or body wash to increase the softening effect.
• Use the softener around the nails to accelerate the softening of cuticles and dead skin. Use a small brush to apply the softener evenly around the nails.
• Use the dead skin scissors to cut off the excess dead skin, being careful not to cut your nails. Gently place the blade of the dead skin scissors on the dead skin and carefully cut it off.
• Use the filing strips to trim the shape of your nails to make them more beautiful. Choose the right filing strip to polish according to your preference.

Shaping and polishing

• Choose a thwart that suits your needs and trim your nails into a round or square shape. Round nails are more natural, while square nails are more stylish.
• Sand the nail surface with a sponge thwart to make it smoother. Sand gently in one direction, not too hard.
• Sweep the dust brush around the nail. Gently sweep the dust brush around your nails to remove dust from sanding.
• Wipe the nail surface with a nail sponge moistened with nail shampoo to remove surface oils and dirt. Ensure that the nail surface is clean for subsequent manicure steps.

Apply primer + color

• Apply the base coat and shine the light for 60 seconds. The base coat enhances the adhesion of the nail polish and protects the nails.
• Choose your favorite nail polish color, apply it to your nails and shine the light for 60 seconds. You can apply a second or third coat of nail polish as needed to increase the saturation of the color.
• If you want to draw some patterns or apply diamonds, you can do it before the nail polish dries. Use a paintbrush or dotting pen to create.

sealer lamp

• Apply the sealer and shine the light for 60 seconds. The sealer protects the nail polish and makes the color last longer.
• You can choose between a no-rinse sealer, a scrub sealer or a frosted sealer, depending on your preference. The leave-on sealer is more convenient, the scrub sealer requires an alcohol wipe, and the frosted sealer has a unique texture.

I hope this blog has helped you to better understand the world of nail art so that you can enjoy it and show off your uniqueness. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to leave them in the comments section.