Strong nails look good and caring for them is easy. Brittle, cracked or discolored nails can be an indication of a lack of nutrients or even health problems, like hypothyroidism. You need to take care of your body if you want it to show in your nails. Though claims have been made that gelatin promotes nail growth, it is not true according to the Mayo Clinic. Eating…
A few weeks ago , right before I was in a friend’s wedding, I found myself in a nail salon for the first time in years. I tried to play it cool and sophisticated, but as I fumbled with white towels and little bowls of rinsing water, the guy doing my nails laughed and said, “You don’t do this a lot, do you?” He’s totally right. I don’t go to nail salons a lot. I used…
Let me cut to the chase: My nails suck. Worse than Karen Smith s in Mean Girls . I have tiny, pudgy fingers; infant-size nails freckled with small white scuffs; cracked cuticles; and at least a couple of nicks or hangnails at any given time because, well, I cannot resist the urge to pick. I m essentially the opposite of a hand model. I have slathered, soaked, and…
Protect nails from wear and tear iStock/Jevtic Wear rubber gloves whenever you do housework or wash dishes. Most household chores, from gardening to scrubbing the bathroom to washing dishes, are murderous on your nails. For extra hand softness, apply hand cream before you put on the rubber gloves. Slipping on some gloves will also protect your manicure. This is what…
Even when you moisturize diligently, winter weather is harsh on your skin. Especially if you’re the type to face winter head-on for work or one of your outdoor hobbies. In our hometown of Aiken, South Carolina, we know how quickly warm weather hits, so we’re here to give you some tips on getting your skin ready. Exfoliate. This is the first step of getting rid of…
With nail salon services ranging from gel, acrylics, paraffin dips, and nail art, there is always something for everyone looking for a manicure or pedicure. Whether you just want a basic grooming and polish or want to go all out with 3D art and gradients, manicures are an affordable gift for everyone – including you! Mani-Pedis are a fantastic gift idea for anyone…
Signature Manicure Beyond the basic manicure, this service adds an exfoliating scrub, steam towels and a relaxing hand massage. Nails are completed with your choice of polish. Approx. 45 mins. $ 25 Signature Pedicure Enjoy a relaxing foot soak. Polish is then removed, nails shaped, cuticles and calluses removed. A therapeutic foot massage is given. Nails are completed…
Slipping on mittens is one way to shield your nails from the ravages of winter. But it’s not the only solution. Keep yours strong, healthy, and pretty with this handy guide. Seasonal Pointers Cold temperatures bring snowball fights, hot chocolate—and, quite often, craggy nails and cuticles. Since winter’s dry air is especially rough on hands, it’s a good idea to have…
Gels are more expensive than acrylics, but they may hold their color longer without chipping, so you may not mind the steeper price. Maintenance: Like acrylics, gels grow out with your nails and need to be filled in every two to three weeks. Your technician will gently file down the gel edge closest to your nail bed, and then fill in the empty area between your nail…
The Alchemie organic nail experience begins with our commitment to products that are vegan, cruelty free and environmentally friendly. Our nail polish remover is acetone-free and our organic lotions and oils are infused with nutrients and vitamins that will leave your nails and hands softer, healthier and stronger. We use Côte nail polish. All of Côte’s polishes are…
Julia Liou, 310-804-9953 (cell) Lina Park, 510-986-6843 URL: New Healthy Nail Salon Bill to Transform Nail Salon Industry throughout California AB 2125, signed by Governor Jerry Brown, is a key step to improving the health of nail salon workers OAKLAND, Calif.- Asian Health Services and the California Healthy Nail Salon Collaborative announced that the recently signed…
My nail beds are smooth and pink, but the tips are yellow. What causes this and how can I fix it? A: It sounds like your nail beds are healthy but the tips are stained, says New Orleans dermatologist Deirdre O Boyle Hooper, MD. The nicotine in cigarettes can turn your nails yellow, but I hope that s not the root of your problem. (Smoking also causes wrinkles and an…
By Shawn Bishop, Communications Specialist Dear Mayo Clinic: I have heard that a person s fingernails reveal a lot about their health. Is there any truth to that? What types of changes would indicate health problems? Answer: It s true. Your fingernails are a window to your health. Some nail changes are natural. But others can signal health concerns, especially changes…
A hands-on approach to the most common nail problems. It’s so annoying when your fingernails are all looking good and a careless little bump sends one ricocheting off into the distance. Why are nails perfect one day and decimated the next? Put it down to water – not enough, or too much, can make the world of difference. Did you know your nails are actually 18 per…
