Nails seem like the smallest part of the body, but they play an important role in maintaining overall well-being. It is essential to take good care of your nails to keep them healthy and strong. This guide covers all the basic and simple tips for healthy, strong nails.

Keep reading the article as it will help you maintain healthy, clean, and strong nails in very little time. Go ahead!

1.     Keep Dry and Clean Nails

Our hands are exposed to many things more than our faces so they need more proper care. Especially keeping it clean and dry all the time because prolonged wet hands especially nails are not good as it will become a favorite spot for microbes to grow which can lead to skin and nail infections.

Also, your nails will easily break and have splits in them which is quite the opposite of the long and strong nails you want to achieve beautiful hands.

2.     Never Bite Your Nails

Nail biting is a common practice among all age groups usually when they are stressed, panicked, bored or some people love to do it as a hobby but unlike other hobbies, this one is not healthy at all and we will tell you why you should avoid it.

●      Washing your hands thoroughly does not eliminate germs 100% some are left behind on your nails increasing your chances of getting ill.

●      You can pick an ingrown nail or nail infection known as paronychia which is very painful when serious and turns into pus-filled blisters

●      It can also damage your teeth' enamel or permanent changes in teeth position.

3.     Gently Handle Nails

Taking care of your nails counts in taking care of your overall hygiene as nails are the most essential part of the body. Keeping it clean, and dry and sanitizing your nail by using tools like clippers and files helps in protecting from bacteria and fungi.

Furthermore, stop sharing your personal hygiene products with anyone like nail care tools as it lowers the risk of infections. By implementing these techniques you can prevent yourself from infections.

4.     Timely Trim Your Nails

Maintaining healthy nails requires proper trimming. Regularly trimming your nails is a necessity as it keeps your nails clean and neat and stops them from becoming too long and more likely to break.

Cut your nails evenly with a nail clipper and after cutting them use a gentle file to flatten the sharp edges. Stop cutting your nails too short as it increases the chance of ingrown nails and also leads to other problems.

5.     Keep Your Nail Polish Fresh

Taking care of nails requires a little pampering. When it’s time to change nail colour don’t scrape it off as it damages the top layer of your nails. Instead, try using an acetone-free nail remover and gently remove your nail polish.

Take a nail polish remover in a cotton ball and gently remove your nail polish with soft hands and be very careful that you don’t rub it harshly.  For nail polish selection, go for nail polishes that are not made up of harsh chemicals instead look for formulas that are free of harmful chemicals like toluene and OBD.

Opt for brands that sell eco-friendly and non-toxic nail polishes and use nail polishes that are labeled as 3-free or 5-free as they are free of these harmful chemicals. Follow these tips and hacks and enjoy beautiful nails.

6.     Nail Nutrition

Diet is the building block in maintaining a good well-being. Healthy nails also need a healthy diet. Eating a food that is rich in vitamins and minerals, including high biotin, Vitamin E, protein, and iron like eggs, spinach, and fish helps in hair growth and strength.

Moreover, for extra nourished healthy nails drink plenty of water, stay hydrated, and keep your nails healthy from the inside out.

7.     Management of Stress

Many health problems in our daily lives often come from stress. Learn the techniques to manage your stress levels to avoid nail problems such as nail biting and picking.

Try doing stress-relieving activities like yoga, meditation, or deep breathing to encourage  healthy life. By maintaining stress you can achieve healthy nails.

8.     Moisturize Your Nails

Keep your nails and cuticles nourished and moisturized to stop them from drying or breaking. Timely apply a cuticle cream oil to keep your nails looking healthy and nourished.

Pamper yourself occasionally with manicures and pedicures to keep your nails up to date. Go for a spa session and treat your nails with care as expert techniques can help keep nails clean, good, and well-groomed.

9.     Nails Protection

Other important factors for healthy nails are common daily practices we must adapt for better results in the future. For example, before going to sleep apply any nail oil to keep them moisturized, for prolonged contact with water or chemicals like doing dishes or household chores wear thick gloves to avoid their breakage.

Don’t forget to give some breaks to them for nail healing and breathing time if you constantly apply nail polish or other artificial nail extensions.

10.                         Biotin Supplements

Many studies have proven to strengthen your nail life by taking certain nutrients most commonly a water-soluble B7 vitamin also known as biotin. Now this vitamin is commonly available as a dietary supplement for daily intake which allows nail structure made of protein to have more strength, rapid growth, and nail thickness resulting in less nail breakage and thinning.

However, before buying any over-the-counter available supplements do your research and seek professional guidance as they don’t have exact promising results for each individual.

Conclusion

By incorporating these very basic and easy tips into daily routine anyone can achieve gorgeous, healthy, and beautiful nails. Nails are the reflection of overall well-being so taking care of them is very important.

Practice and adopt these easy hacks to keep your nails healthy and protect them from nail problems and damage. Also, make a habit of maintaining nail hygiene and you’ll see your nails flourish with beauty and strength.