Your nails are a sign of your overall health, not just beauty. Yes, it may be surprising but it is true. Your nails are made up of keratin i.e. a protein. It builds the infrastructure of your nails and keeps them healthy.
So, dull and dry nails are a sign of protein deficiency. It is not just about doing nail art or painting them with nail colors. You may believe that nail polishes make your nails shiny.
However, it is not true. Instead, they can damage your nails. Most of the nail paints contain chemicals that damage your nails if applied regularly. Your nails need oxygen to breathe but that is blocked by the application of nail paints. How can you think your nails would be healthy without oxygen?
It is true that your nails suffer a lot. They too need your care and attention. Of course, dull and dry nails could be a sign of disease. Even doctors first examine your nails to know the cause of a particular health issue.
Your dull and brittle nails may be a sign of a serious underlying issue. You must use natural ways to clean up your nails. There is no need to go to the salon for a manicure.
You can follow some natural home remedies to make your nails shiny and healthy. Kick off those nail polishes and start by following home remedies. Not only they make your nails shinier, but healthier also.
Now, look out for these remedies to make your nails attractive and healthy. Beautify your nails with these natural kitchen recipes and ideas. Let’s get started…
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Home Remedies For Shiny Nails
Using natural oils and moisturizers can be very effective and harmless. Isn’t it wonderful to shine your nails with the kitchen ingredients? They don’t make your pocket empty but they are very cost effective.
Most of the ingredients are easily available in your households. They will make your nails strong and beautiful. They come up with no side effects. So, check out these recipes and give them a try. You will really appreciate the wonders of these remedies.
1. Olive Oil
Olive oil is natural and most effective remedy to make your nails look shiny. It is found in most of the cosmetic products. But it is always better to use it pure. It is rich in vitamin E and linoleic acid.
It prevents the evaporation of water. Thus, it keeps your nails hydrated and moisturized. Dullness also makes your nails look ugly. Only some of the oil glands are present in your hands. That makes your nails get dried very easily.
Dryness and dullness make your nails lose their shine. Olive oil nourishes your dry skin on and around your cuticles. This allows better circulation of blood. It gives your nails a natural and healthy shine.
Things You Need:
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 large bowl filled with warm water
Method:
- Add olive oil to a bowl filled with warm water.
- Soak your hands in it for 10-15 minutes.
- After soaking, massage using the same water over your nails.
- Do this for 5-7 minutes.
Repeat this remedy for 3-4 times a week. It will naturally give a shiny and pinkish appearance to your nails. Not only shine, but it will make your nails healthy.
You can also add 1-2 drops of lemon juice to olive oil. Soak your hands in it and follow the same procedure.
2. Lemon
Sometimes, you observe yellowish tinge to your nails. It is due to contact with dust and dirt. Lemon manicure is one of the best remedies to get back your shiny nails.
Lemon juice is a bleaching agent that also lightens dark spots. Instead of going to the salon, do it at your home. It is very simple and effective.
Things You Need:
- 1-2 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ tablespoon vinegar
- Warm water
- Nail brush
Method:
- Pour lemon juice into a bowl.
- Soak your nails in it for about 10 minutes.
- Later, mix vinegar with this lemon water.
- Dip your brush in this solution and brush your nails with it. Do this for a few minutes. (2-3 minutes)
- Rinse off your nails with warm water.
Repeat this remedy 3 times a week. It will remove dead skin that surrounds your nails.
Alternative Method:
If you have a busy lifestyle, this method is for you. It is very simple and quick. It will not take much time like other remedies do. It will leave your nails shiny and beautiful. Also, it will make your nails grow healthy.
Try this single step remedy for shiny and beautiful nails.
Things You Need:
- 1 lemon slice
Method:
- Rub a slice of lemon over your nails. Do this for at least 5 minutes.
Repeat this remedy once daily. Not only shine, but it will lighten the color of your nails.
3. Rose Water And Lemon Juice
The combination of rose water and lemon juice will leave your nails shiny. Rose water is a common cleanser that soothes skin. It can also be used for your nails. It is one of the best home remedies for healthy and shiny nails.
Rose water also makes your cuticle area soft and smooth. This remedy will definitely remove dark spots or scars on your nails.
Things You Need:
- 1 teaspoon rose water
- 3-4 drops lemon juice
- 1 large bowl filled with warm water
Method:
- Add both the ingredients to the bowl filled with water.
- Soak your nails in this for about 10-15 minutes.
- Use the same water to massage afterward for about 5 minutes.
Repeat this remedy once daily. It will add a beautiful pink tinge to our nails.
4. Lemon And Vinegar Manicure
Yes, you heard it right. You can do the manicure at your home. You actually need not go to a salon for that salon look. It will also save you a large amount of money.
Vinegar helps remove dirt from your nails and cuticles. Lemon will help in brightening and lightening of your nails. It is also one of the most effective remedies for shiny nails.
Get the two ingredients and start with the manicure.
Things You Need:
- ½ teaspoon vinegar
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups of warm water
- 1 toothbrush
- 1 empty bowl
Method:
- Fill the bowl with one cup of warm water. Add lemon juice to it.
- Soak your fingers in this for about 8-10 minutes.
- Afterwards, add vinegar to another one cup of warm water.
- Dip a toothbrush into this vinegar solution.
- Gently rub your nails with this toothbrush for about 3-5 minutes.
- Later, wash off your hands with water.
- Apply a lotion moisturizer after washing your hands.
Repeat this remedy 3-5 times a week depending on the condition of your nails.
5. Avocados
Avocados are great if your nails are brittle. They are rich in good fats, proteins, and nutrients. Avocados make your nails look shiny by removing dryness. Along with this, they make your nails healthy.
Your diet also affects the health of your nails. Include avocados in your diet. Phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals present in avocados are good for your nails. Avocados also have antioxidant properties and many vitamins.
They are highly enriched in vitamin B1 and B2, vitamin A, vitamin D, beta-carotene, and potassium. All these nutrients make your nails strong and shiny.
Things You Need:
1 teaspoon of avocado oil
Method:
- Apply avocado oil to your nails and cuticles.
- Massage with it in the circular motion.
- Leave it overnight.
Repeat this remedy 3-4 times a week. However, you can also do this daily. It has no side effects instead it will be very beneficial for healthy nails.
6. Vitamin E
Vitamin E is necessary for healthy nails. It improves blood circulation that makes oxygen available to nails. Vitamin E with vitamin C is more effective to get shiny nails. Fruits that contain vitamin E should be included in your diet.
Fruits such as tomatoes and oranges are great sources of vitamin C. you can make the salad with avocados and tomatoes. It will be much more beneficial to use a combination of two remedies. You can have fruit salad including oranges, grapefruits, and avocados.
You can also use vitamin E externally. Vitamin E capsules are available in the market. You can use those capsules to treat dull and brittle nails.
Things You Need:
1 Vitamin E capsule
Method:
- Take out vitamin E oil from the capsule.
- Apply it to your nails and massage it.
- Leave it overnight.
- Rinse off with water in the morning.
Repeat this remedy daily for healthier and shiny nails. Not only shine, but it helps grow your nails.
7. Petroleum Jelly
Petroleum jelly is a product that you can carry along with you. Petroleum jelly helps in restoring moisture to your nails. It is very effective in treating skin problems. Petroleum jelly makes your nails shinier and healthy.
Things You Need:
½ teaspoon petroleum jelly
Method:
- Apply petroleum jelly over your nails and cuticles.
- Massage with it gently for about 3-5 minutes.
- Do this in the circular motion around your cuticles.
- Leave it for few hours.
- It is better if you leave it overnight.
It has another benefit. You don’t need to mix anything with it. You can carry it wherever you go or if you are always traveling. It is the simplest home remedy among all the remedies listed here. Massage your nails with petroleum jelly after taking bath.
You can also use colorless lip balms in place of petroleum jelly. They will also heal your peeled nails quickly.
8. Butter
Consuming butter daily is not for the people who are on weight loss programs. However, treating your nails with butter is actually a good idea.
Butter is a smooth fatty substance that has 35% of fat content. It can provide moisture to your nails. Not only moisture, but it is packed with a lot of nutrients.
Your nails will get nutrients such as potassium, magnesium, zinc, vitamins, and calcium. Vitamin E present in butter is sufficient to make your nails shiny and beautiful.
Things You Need:
- ¼ teaspoon of butter
Method:
- Apply butter to your nails.
- Massage with it gently as the fats will penetrate deep down your skin.
- Massage for a few minutes and then rinse off with water.
Repeat this remedy every day before going to bed. There is no rule that you must wash off your nails with water. You can leave butter for overnight and rinse off in the morning.
9. Baby Oil
You need a good moisturizer to keep your nails glorious. Baby oil is an excellent moisturizer. It is a mineral oil that has a great fragrance. It provides moisture to your nails.When your nails get moisture, they start glowing. Dryness is the culprit of dull and brittle nails. So, use baby oil to get glowing nails.
Things You Need:
- 1 teaspoon baby oil
Method:
- After exposure to water, pat your nails dry.
- Apply baby oil to your nails. Whenever, your nails get exposed to water, apply baby oil.
- Also, apply baby oil to your nails and cuticle before going to bed.
Massage with it for few minutes.
10. Fish Oil
Fish oil is high in nutrients and essential fatty acids. Thus, it can even prevent nail disorders. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in fish oil. These essential fatty acids lubricate your nails and prevent them from drying. They also reduce inflammation in the nail bed.
Omega-3 fats rejuvenate the cells that give rise to the nail plate. Vitamin A present in fish oil will nourish your cuticles. It will also make your nails strong.
Dosage
Take 1 teaspoon of fish oil daily. It will help you in getting shiny and lustrous nails. You must take at least 3000 mg of fish oil every day. You can take it in either form you prefer.
11. Borage Seed Oil
Borago officinalis herb (borage) is commonly known as starflower. Borage seed oil is an excellent remedy for shiny nails. It has anti-inflammatory properties. it has many benefits for your skin.
It is high in gamma linoleic acid that makes it so effective as a remedy. This oil also contains salicylic acid, omega-3 fats, and minerals. They all are necessary for healthier nails.
Gamma-linoleic acid aids in dry hair and split ends. It is also effective in treating brittle and dull nails. It gives the required minerals and vitamin to your nails. Thus, it is healthy for your nails. Not only nails, it also treats many other conditions such as:
- Eczema
- Dermatitis
- Breast pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Premenstrual syndrome
- High blood pressure
So, try this remedy to get strong and glorious nails.
Things You Need:
- 1 teaspoon Borage seed oil
Method:
- Consume one teaspoon of borage seed oil every day.
12. Milk
Milk is a natural cleanser that nourishes your nails. It also makes your nails smooth and shiny. Milk has moisturizing property. Thus, many women use it as natural face packs. It gives a natural shine to your nails.
Milk is one of the most effective remedies to treat dry and brittle nails. It is rich in calcium that makes your nails strong. Also, milk is high in proteins that help build the structure of your nails. if you are lazy then it is the best you can do to your nails.
Things You Need:
- ½ cup warm milk
Method:
- Pour milk into a bowl.
- Soak your nails in milk for 5-7 minutes.
- Rinse it off with water.
Repeat this remedy on a regular basis once a day. It is better to do this before bedtime.
13. Evening Primrose Oil
Evening primrose oil is another home remedy to treat dull nails. It also contains gamma linoleic acid like borage oil. You cannot get sufficient GLA from your diet. Thus, you need supplements to get enough amounts of GLA.
Evening primrose is a great supplement that gives enough GLA. It also contains linoleic acid and many other nutrients needed for cell flexibility. It makes your nails healthier and shiny.
However, it will not give you results within days. You will have to wait for at least 6-8 weeks. Yes, that is the only disadvantage of using this remedy. But it is often said slow recovery roots out the problem.
Ways Of Using Evening Primrose Oil
Things You Need:
- ½ teaspoon of oil (1 capsule)
Method:
- Apply the oil to your nails and cuticles.
- Rub it gently over your nails.
Leave it overnight and rinse off in the morning.
Alternatively:
- Have 500 mg of evening primrose oil capsule two times a day.
You can opt for any of these methods. Also, you can take supplements with its regular application.
14. Black Currant Seed Oil
Black currant oil is also a natural source of GLA. It is one of the best effective remedies to treat brittle nails. Black currant seed oil is also high in omega-6 fats. Along with this, it also contains flavonoids and vitamin C. Both of these contribute to making your nails grow healthy.
Dosage–
Take 500mg of black currant seed oil two times a day. You will see results within two months.
15. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil works wonders for your hair and skin. It has been used for ages. Coconut oil is high in healthy fats, lauric acid, and caprylic acid that contribute to making your nails shiny.
Vitamin E is also present in coconut oil that nourishes your nails. It helps in strengthening your nails and repair the brittle nails.
Moisturizing your nails is the best way to keep them protected. Coconut oil heals your nails and provides moisture for long hours. It softens your cuticles and prevents hangnails.
Not only moisturizes, but it fights various cuticle infections. Also, it is very effective in treating toenail fungus.
Things You Need:
- 4-5 drops of coconut oil
Method:
- Apply coconut oil to your nails and cuticles.
- Rub your nails gently and massage with the oil.
- Do not be harsh while massaging.
Repeat this remedy twice a day.
16. Cucumber
Cucumber has skin lightening and cleaning properties. Ladies, often put slices of cucumber on their eyes. It soothes your skin. Cucumber also removes the dead skin over and around your nails. This remedy is very effective for shiny nails. If you are busy or lazy, this remedy is perfect for you.
Things You Need:
- 1 slice of fresh cucumber
Method:
- Rub a fresh cucumber slice over and around your nails.
- Do this for about 5-7 minutes.
- Rinse off your nails with water and apply a moisturizer.
Repeat this remedy once daily to heal and brighten your nails.
Change In Diet
1. Eat Healthy And Maintain Good Health
Some products claim to make your nails grow longer and strong. You may find those products fascinating. You may spend large amounts of money and the result will be zero.
Else, if you get the results, the products do more damage than doing good. However, there are rare cases when those products work.
Have you ever thought why they are not beneficial? When you are unhealthy, your face becomes pale and dull. Same is the case with your nails.
Unhealthy nails cannot grow or shine. Your nails can talk about your health. Your poor diet is a major cause of unhealthy nails.
Vitamins and minerals are necessary for your nails to grow healthy. Have foods rich in vitamin A, E, K, and C. Also includes calcium and iron-rich foods in your diet.
Drink at least 8 glasses of water every day. Why water is essential for your nails is also discussed in the next section. Always keep one thing in mind; healthy nails always glow and shine.
2. Consume Lots Of Protein
Diet plays a very important role in marinating health of your nails. Your diet affects every part of your body. How could nails be an exception? Nails are made of structural proteins known as keratin. That means you need protein in your diet for healthy nails.
Proteins are the bodybuilding nutrients. They are building blocks of your hairs, nails, and other parts. Thus, you must consume proteins and include good protein sources in your diet. Here is a list of protein-rich sources:
- Fish
- Meat (beef and pork)
- Chicken (lean poultry)
- Eggs
- Dairy products
- Beans (pinto, garbanzo, soybeans, Lima)
- Vegetables (spinach, cauliflower, broccoli, sprouts, watercress, sweet corn, Brussels, asparagus, artichoke)
3. Biotin
Biotin is a member of vitamin B complex. It is an essential nutrient for the health of your body. Biotin is sometimes called as vitamin H. it helps in building fats that keep your skin moisturized. Lack of healthy fats often leads to irritated skin.
Along with this, it also results in brittle nails and flaky skin. Unhealthy and brittle nails are more prone to infections. They can never glow as they are not well like the human body. Biotin may treat your brittle nails.
Basically, it improves the infrastructure of keratin that is present in your nails. Thus, you must include biotin to your diet. But opt for natural sources of biotin. It is because biotin supplements may have some side effects.
An overdose of biotin supplements may lead to high blood sugar levels and skin rashes. Therefore, include only natural sources of biotin to your diet. Following are some good sources of biotin:
- Peanuts
- Sweet potato
- Almonds
- Eggs
- Walnuts
- Tomatoes
- Onions
- Oats
- Carrots
- Salmon
- Brewer’s yeast
- Liver
- Cauliflower
- Bananas
- Sardines
- Legumes
- Mushrooms
4. Consume Foods Rich In Hydrochloric Acid
Sometimes your body’s ability to absorb nutrients is affected. It happens due to lack of hydrochloric acid. Hydrochloric acid is found in the stomach that breaks down the food. It helps in the absorption of nutrients. Usually, it is the poor diet that causes the hydrochloric deficiency.
Consuming too much of processed foods and sugar may result in this deficiency. It affects your hair, skin, and nails. Your nails do not remain healthy and do not glow. So, you must include natural sources of hydrochloric acid in your diet.
5. Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar aids in the absorption of food. It helps in breaking down the food. You should never take undiluted vinegar as it may prove harmful.
Dilute the vinegar with water every time you take it. If you still feel the burning sensation after diluting, add baking soda. It will maintain the optimum pH levels.
How To Consume:
Things You Need:
- 1-2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 glass of water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Method:
- Add apple cider vinegar to 1 glass of water.
- If you still feel the burning sensation, add baking soda.
Drink this daily once.
6. Lemon juice
Lemon contains vitamin C. it increases the amount of hydrochloric acid in your stomach. You can add lemon juice to your dishes. Else, follow the given method.
How To Consume:
Things You Need:
- 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 glass of water
Method:
- Mix lemon juice in a glass of water.
- Drink the lemon water after your meals.
Do this once daily.
7. Celery
Celery also increases the amount of hydrochloric acid in your stomach. It also stimulates the production of bile acid. The sodium present in celery also contributes to the secretion of hydrochloric acid.
8. Leafy Greens
Spinach increases the production of hydrochloric acid in your stomach. You can also have kale and barley grasses. Both of them work like spinach. You should include green leafy vegetables in your diet. They are beneficial for your overall health.
9. Black Olives
Black olives also increase the hydrochloric production. It lets your body absorb nutrients.
10. Yogurt
Yogurt is rich in all the essential nutrients. It contains vitamins A, K, D, C, and E. it also contains calcium, iron, and zinc. All these nutrients are necessary for shiny nails.
Along with these, yogurt has good bacteria in it. These bacteria help in proper digestion of food. They help your body absorb the minerals and get all the nutrients from other foods.
Thus, you must take yogurt for shiny and strong nails. However, only have natural yogurt that is plain, unsweetened and unflavored. You must have the yogurt once daily. You may take it with your lunch or breakfast.
Why Does Nail Lose Its Signs?
1. Eating Disorders
Eating disorders like anorexia can result in dry and brittle nails. People having anorexia limit their nutrition intake. Thus, they may not get sufficient nutrients. A healthy diet is extremely important to maintain shiny nails.
Anorexia patients need medical and psychological treatment. However, if the condition gets severe, the damage to nails may be permanent.
2. Biotin Deficiency
As discussed in the article, biotin is needed for healthy nails. It helps in the metabolism of amino acids. The cases of biotin deficiency are rare. But if your diet lacks biotin, you may have dull and brittle nails. You must include the natural sources of biotin to your diet.
3. Stress
Stress is common in this fast-paced society. It affects your physical and mental health. However, stress can also affect the health of your nails. A person biting his nails when under stress leads to dull nails. Your nails lose shine if you are in stress.
4. Deficiency Of Vitamins
Vitamins such as vitamin A, K, E, and C are required for healthy nails. When your body is deficient in these vitamins, you might develop brittle and dull nails. It affects the health of your nails. Unfortunately, your nails start losing shine.
5. Anemia
Anemia is a condition when your body is deficient in red blood cells. It is because of iron deficiency in the body. They carry oxygen to different parts of your body. Your nails get deprived of oxygen. They lose their shine and become unhealthy. Thus, iron deficiency may lead to dull and brittle nails.
6. Age
Age is often a factor that leads to dull, yellowish and brittle nails. You cannot avoid aging. However, you can protect your nails. Lack of moisture is the major factor in old age that causes nail problems.
Always keep your hands and nails moisturized. But don’t apply excessive creams or lotions. This makes them too soft to be broken easily. So, it is better to apply moisturizer two times a day.
7. Lack Of Moisture
Usually, your nails get dry in winters. The harsh weather conditions make your nails dry and dull. Lack of moisture is the major cause of dull and brittle nails. Thus, you must keep them moisturized.
8. Nail Polish Remover
Using nail polish remover too often makes your nails dry. They contain acetone that withdraws all the shine and oil from your nails. It results in dry, brittle and yellow nails.
9. Radiations
Chemotherapy destroys cancerous cells and prevents them from spreading to other parts. However, it affects your nails but not in a good manner. It may also affect some normal cells leading to dry and fragile nails.
Some other causes of dry and brittle nails are listed below:
- Low humidity
- Harsh environment
- Poor diet
- Exposure to water
- Fungal infection
Is This A Sign Of Disease?
Yes, your nails are indicators of your overall health. Dry and brittle nails can be the symptoms of an underlying problem. Here are such diseases that can cause dry and brittle nails.
1. Psoriasis Of The Nails
Dry and dull nails may be a sign of psoriasis. Psoriasis is a skin condition that makes your nails crumbles. When left untreated, the condition gets severe. Your fingernail may fall off from the nail bed. It can be stained red, brown, or orange.
2. Onychatophia
Your nails lose shine if you have onychatophia. They may become smaller in size. In some cases, your nail may shed off completely. It is caused by an injury or disease.
3. Thyroid Diseases
Dry and brittle nails may indicate that you have a slow thyroid. Dry nails can be a sign of hypothyroidism. It occurs when your thyroid does not function properly.
It is not releasing enough hormones needed for your body. So, if there is no external factor of dry and brittle nails, consult your doctor.
4. Vitamin Deficiency
Brittle and dry nails may be a sign of vitamin deficiency. Vitamins are essential for healthy nails. Lack of vitamin in your diet may cause brittle dry nails. It is not exactly a disease but can lead to some serious disorders.
Lack of vitamin A causes night blindness. Thus, see your doctor if you have very dry and brittle nails.
5. Fungal Infections
Dry and brittle nails may be due to fungal infection. It is with antifungal pills. Fungal infections take time to treat.
Tips And Tricks For Shiny Nails
- Avoid low-quality nail polishes. These low-quality nail paints damage your nails. It is better to use nail polish free of such chemicals. Use branded and good nail paints.
2. Your nails also need some air to breathe. Don’t keep them polished every time. Have some gap between applying different nail paints to your nails. Leave them as they are after removing nail paint for some days. Lack of oxygen makes your nail dull and dry.
Regular application of nail polishes also gives a yellow tinge to your nails. You should get chemical-free nail polish. Otherwise, you will be harming your nails. Use vegan nail polish so as to protect their shine and health.
Also, apply the base coat before a nail polish. It will protect your nails from direct contact with the chemicals. But use a good base coat.
3. Never saw your nails back and forth while giving shape to them. Always file from the outside edges to the center of your nails. If you will saw back and forth, it will damage your nails. They will lose their strength and shine. Also, try to keep your nails in their natural shape. It will prevent breakages.
4. Don’t use your nails to open boxes or such stuff. Your nails cannot do the work of tools. It leads to friction and ultimately you cry on breaking up your nails.
But it has a long-term consequence. It leads to the dullness of your nails. To remove that dullness, opt for home remedies. So, it is better you avoid this situation.
5. Never pick away at chipped nail paints. It results in damage to your nails.
6. Always wear gloves for chores. Wear gloves while doing the dishes, gardening, and cleaning. The soaps and detergents are harmful to your nails. They are harsh on your nails and make them dry, brittle, and peeling.
Gardening can also make your nails dry. It is better you wash your hands with a gentle cleanser. Don’t forget to apply moisturizer afterward.
7. Go for the regular manicure or you can do this at your home as well. It will remove the dead skin and moisturize your nails. Thus, it keeps them healthier and shiny.
8. Moisture plays a key role in shiny nails. Always moisturize your hands and nails. It removes the dryness that ultimately removes dullness. Use a good moisturizing cream or lotion. You can use natural moisturizers such as olive oil or coconut oil.
9. Excessive use of hand sanitizers and soap also make your nails dry and dull. Use them in limited amounts. Be careful with the amount of sanitizer you are using.
10. It is a known fact that biting nails may hinder their growth. However, it may also lead to dry and dull nails. So, try to get rid of this habit of biting nails.
11. As discussed in the article, vitamins are great for your nails. You must take a multivitamin daily. Try to include natural sources of vitamin and calcium in your diet.
12. Don’t forget to carry antibacterial wet tissues along with you. You can use them to wipe off dirt from your hands and nails. It will keep them clean. Keeping them clean is also necessary to have healthy nails.
13. Drink plenty of water. Water is essential for your overall health. Same goes for your nails too. Your nails need moisture and drinking water will keep them hydrated. It will protect your nails from damage.
Final Word
You need to pamper your nails to keep them healthy. Your nails look attractive when they are healthy. It is one of the most important ways to keep them moisturized. Try these home remedies to get beautiful and shiny nails.
However, if you don’t see any results, consult your doctor. It may be due to some underlying issue. It will be your fault if you neglect this condition of your nails. When your nails are done, your appearance looks complete.
But applying nail paint regularly often damages your nails. Also, try to avoid junk and processed foods whenever possible. Have a proper and balanced diet.
Your diet plays an essential role in marinating health of your nails. Try to avoid sugary stuff as it also leads to nutritional deficiencies.
Getting shiny nails naturally without using many chemicals is not tough. Your kitchen ingredients can do wonders for your nails. Don’t forget to do the manicure at your home once a week.
So, ladies are you ready to have flawless and beautiful nails?
