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A makeover for your hands – at-home manicure

Feb 032013

When Natasha Richardson, Bruce Willis and ubercouple Sting and Trudie want a manicure, they call the posh Paul Labrecque Salon and Spa on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and schedule a house call. Indeed, the at-home manicure can be infinitely more relaxing than one in the salon — the time saved alone takes most people’s stress level down a notch.

All you need:

cotton balls
acetone-free nail polish remover
nail clipper
emery board
orange stick (optional)
cuticle softener
jojoba oil, olive oil, or bath oil (optional)
nail brush or toothbrush
warm, soapy water
hand cream
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The European mill manicure

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Jan 092013

European mill manicure for those women who are used regularly and take good care of their hands. It is based on the opinion of the dangers cosmetologists cuticle cutting. Experts say that after the usual manicure, it thickens and becomes coarse, fast growing, there are burrs on the fingers. Europe is edging method – a more gentle. It comes in two forms – dry and wet.

As in a standard manicure, with edging begins with cleansing the nails and removing the old varnish. If you do the manicure is not in the cabin, and independently , it is best to remove the old coating before, to the nails had time to rest, to breathe. Then they will be healthier. Continue reading »

Legend of the manicure

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Jan 092013

There are several kinds of manicure. Among the most popular include the European manicure, spa manicure, manicure mill and finally manicure. Perhaps the most common of all named and unnamed species nail is cut.

General beauty of his hands always worried women. In Ancient Egypt, not only women, but men used various natural dyes, mostly henna to give a certain color to your nails. The color and shape of the nails were so symbolic, that they can be easily found on the estate, which belongs to their owners, which position he occupies in society. Thus, the bright colors of nails that are short trimmed talked about man’s belonging to a lower caste. In contrast, long and sharp nails bright, flashy colors were given a very high human position and status in society.

The etymology of the word “manicure” you can see that it came from France, along with the cosmetic procedure. And according to legend, the idea occurred to nail one of the kings of France, when he somehow inflamed burr. As a result of trying to get rid of the nuisance caused by the king, and came to the conclusion that to nail you need special tools . In those days, and the first manicure tools. Continue reading »

How to do manicure

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Jan 082013

Environment, homework, household chemicals – this is not the best effect on the skin of hands and nails. Careful maintenance can prevent unpleasant consequences of such exposure, make sleek hands and nails strong and healthy. With manicure even the most neglected nails can quickly result in a good condition.

Manicure tools

For manicure in home conditions used tweezers or scissors with straight ends. With their help, nails trimmed and give them shape.

It is also necessary to have a pair of scissors with fine, rounded edges. They cut the cuticles.

Scraper or pusher, you need to remove accrued skin (pterygium). With it, push the cuticle of the nail.

Saws to nail should be at least two. Rougher used to make the initial treatment and the final form of the nails. Soft nail file designed for polishing. Manicure equipment manufacturers offer a large range of the instrument. You can select a nail file, which combines a variety of surfaces with an abrasive coating.

All of the tools before the manicure should be disinfected. In home conditions, it can be done with a solution of potassium permanganate, hydrogen peroxide or alcohol. Continue reading »

Gradient manicure for short nails

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Jan 082013

Gradient manicure – fashion news, allowing diversify decoration nails and draws attention to the hands. To make it look truly spectacular, have to spend a lot of time. But the result is worth it – correctly made gradient manicure looks stylish, but not vulgar, even if you choose for it bright or contrasting lacquers.

There are several variants of fashionable gradient. You can pick up a range of varnishes and arrange them from light to dark, put make-up each nail a different color. If you can not find five suitable bottles, we can restrict the two – for example, blue and pale blue. The darkest color cover thumbnail. Put a bit of blue paint on a plate or a glass plate and add a drop of blue. Mix colors to complete homogeneity toothpick, dip the brush into the mixture and fingernail forefinger. Add to the mix is the blue paint and prepare the tone for the next nail. Pinky paint clear blue tone. After drying, cover the nail bed shiny protective coating. For this manicure suit a variety of color combinations.

Even more unusual look transitions of color on one nail. With this manicure upper plate is painted in one color, while the lower – in the other, and the transitions of color should be as smooth. The design looks very complicated, but it is possible to do at home . You will need two bottles of nail polish harmonizing colors – for example, black and burgundy or cherry, and light pink. You might also have fine-meshed sponge foam or latex. Cut a long piece of it slightly bigger than a fingernail. Continue reading »

Healthy nails discussion

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Jan 072013

Problems with fingernails may indicate and improper care. In the event that for any reason, nails causing trouble, you can use our tips.

Problems	Causes	Decision
Nails split and stratified	Perhaps you are cutting scissors nail plate without pre-wetting. Or processing metal nail file. Or maybe use too concentrated nail polish remover?	Sawed nails nail file only with a special coating. Always nail file in one direction only – from the corners to the center. Wear nail polish remover without acetone. Apply twice a week strengthens transparent varnish only at the tips of the nails. Make sure that part of the nail polish did not include formaldehyde
Appear mikrotreschinki	Probably you file nails too deep on the sides or “fidget” nail file on your nails back and forth.	Properly file nails
The nails are soft	This may be due to poor circulation in the fingers and hands.	Make regular hand massage with a nourishing cream.
Deformed nails: formed transverse wavy irregularities.	The result of over-exposure to the nail plate when the manicure (too much pressure on the nail in the formation regrown cuticle, causing damaged matrix, from which it originates).	Carefully grind the nail special sawing. Hover polish with nail polisher, first using it more granular way, then – the fine covering for final polishing. Polished nails can be old and “granny” method – a piece of flannel or suede, sprinkled with a mixture of equal parts of starch, talc and boric acid.
Formed longitudinal grooves	The reason may be a lack of vitamins, mechanical damage, aging, fungal infection.	Seek medical attention – it will determine the cause of “bump” the nail plate and, therefore, prescribe treatment
Nails are thinned.	This is the result of too frequent grinding surface of the nail.	Try not to use too much to polish the nail.
Nails become brittle and break.	Nail bed may be too dry. Perhaps the body lacks essential fatty acids. Nails can just “choke” under a coat of paint for the continued use of lacquer. Your nail polish remover can be acetone. The reason may be chlorinated water, detergents and mechanical contact with a hard surface.	Daily rub into the skin around the nail almond oil. Eat more nuts and oily fish. Give your nails a break from nail polish, at least 2 days a week. Choose paints and nail polish remover, whose composition does not include acetone. Morning and evening in the intensive massage with special nails or nourishing hand cream. Follow the “dirty water” homework gloves, pre inflicting on hand barrier cream.
Nails yellow.	It happened on a dark pigment color lakes. Or nicotine.	Be sure to apply a protective varnish bright basis. A smoking generally best avoided.
Pale or bluish fingernails.	Pale nails indicate that anemia, bluish – a consequence of poor circulation.	Check with your doctor and increase the consumption of foods high in iron (grenades, buckwheat, apples).
There are white spots.	In your body or zinc deficiency or excess of sugar.	Reduce your intake of sugar and eat more foods high in zinc (bread from wheat flour, eggs, and seafood).
There were brown spots.	This means a lack of protein, folic acid, or vitamin C.	Lean on citrus and nuts.
Ingrown Toenails	Do you wear tight shoes odd. Incorrect sawing or cutting the	Make a leather cap, fill it with butter and daily before bedtime wear on your finger. Raskisnet nail and the pain will stop. Then using a pen knife, carefully lift up the edge of the nail, put under a gauze or absorbent paper. Layer of gauze (paper) gradually increase. Lift the ingrowing nail a considerable distance, tie pin. The so-called “wild meat” settle down, sore heals, the pain will stop.

False nails bring a touch of femininity, but ….

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Jan 032013

Prized by women to conceal a fad or to bring a touch of femininity additional, artificial nails can be dangerous if you make improper use. What are the risks associated with these devices?

Types of false nails

Three types are mainly used.

- The plastic caps are sold in pharmacies and supermarkets are fixed using a very strong glue.

- False sculptured nails are made of acrylic resin that is molded onto the natural nail.

- The UV gel nails, which are experiencing growing popularity in recent years.

Warning by filing the nail!

To apply false nails, you should file or do filing, slightly above the natural nail. This step thins the surface, but makes it more fragile. Thus its strength is weakened, which favors the penetration of toxic chemicals used to make nails or glue resin plastic capsules. More nails are filed initially, the greater the danger increases. Using sanders, favored by some beauty salons, would be avoided, according to dermatologists.

The detachment of the nail

The skin specialists agree to warn users against the aggressive chemicals used. During prolonged use, false nails promote peeling natural nails, especially if the user is used as a lever (to open a box, for example). Over the nail, the longer the risks are heightened.

Poisoning

Who says false nails, said use of volatile toxic. However, the scientific literature reports of poisoning from glue sniffing some clients and beauticians.

The effects resemble those of intoxication with alcohol, which in severe cases can lead to psychological disorders, blood, liver, cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.

Frequent inhalation may also increase the risk of developing asthma or lung cancer.

False nails and eczema

Research has shown that manicure acrylic base, including false nails, sometimes cause contact dermatitis. It is primarily an allergy can develop at your fingertips, but also in other parts of the body that are found in contact with the infected area.

Generally, eczema appears between 48 and 96 hours after application of artificial nails. The nail polishes are sometimes responsible for this phenomenon. The user can also develop contact dermatitis characterized by red rashes, blisters, itching, or skin burns.

Risk of fungal infection

For some, natural nails sometimes become yellow, brown or green due to infection. This is due to a fungus that feeds on keratin, the hard substance of the nail. Once weakened by the resin or adhesive, the nail is less resistant.

Onychomycosis is highly contagious and easily attack other parts of the body, skin and hair, for example, and even lead to desensitization of Extremities. The fungus can also infect your loved ones.

Processing complex, can take four to 18 months, depending on the severity and / or nail reached.

Bacterial infection

Another type of infection, Pseudomonas, may also develop under the false nail. It is characterized by a greenish color. Stagnant water is generally responsible. However, this type of infection can also be observed in natural nails, often long.

False nails and cancer

The medical literature reports at least two cases of skin cancer directly related to the false nails, Great Britain.

It seems that the use of UV to cure the gel nails is responsible for the appearance of this disease. One of the victims, healthy, developed cancer after eight sessions in a year while the other, seven years his senior, experienced complications after 360 sessions.

If oncologists are reluctant to make a link between these two cases and false nails, they nevertheless recommend regular review of hands to detect any suspicious lesions.

Death

Health services are also reports of deaths indirectly related to the false nails. In Canada, nurses have developed nosocomial infections worsened, causing the death of people. However, it is a rare phenomenon.

False nails and aesthetics

As we have seen above, the false nails often leads to complications. Once removed, these devices often leave natural nails in a pitiful state. Sometimes they disappear completely. And it takes months to redo the nail. The user would therefore like to ask for new concealed damage, thus increasing health risks.

If you still want to put fake nails, opt for beauty salons renowned and keep them as short as possible, a week at most. Specialists who work there will be able to advise you on the type of nail to use and the best ways to prevent complications.

Nail Anatomy

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Dec 252012

Healthy nails are smooth, shiny, and translucent pink colored. They also have a normal growth pattern. Unhealthy nails can have disorders and result in abnormal growth.
The technical term for nail is “onyx”. Nails are considered part of the skin; they are made up of keratin, like the skin and hair. But nails are a harder form of keratin than skin and hair. They help to protect and grasp.
The average rate of growth for adult nails is 1/8” per month. Toenails grow even slower. Nails can replace themselves within 3-4 months. They do grow quicker in the summer than the winter. The nail on the middle finger grows the fastest, and the nail on the thumb the slowest.

Parts of the Fingernail:

Nail Plate: Main part of the nail that is attached to the skin at the top layer of the finger. Although it looks like one piece, it is actually formed in layers.
Nail Root: This is where the nail growth begins. It is embedded under the skin at the base of the nail. Continue reading »

Nail Fungus Treatment

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Dec 232012

Fingernails and toenails are the common bed of fungal infections. Though it is common, it is not really as easy to to cure. Everywhere we go, fungi are present, and they can give different effects on our body. When infected, the nails will look thick and dull. Eventually, it will become crumbly and will result to the loss of your nails.

Not only does it not look very pleasing, it has a bad odor due to the fungus or death of the nail. Plus, it is very unhealthy and unhygienic. Because of the strong resistance of our barriers against fungus entering the nails, once they get inside, they are as difficult to eliminate.There are treatments which can be either Topical, surgical, or by medications, to fight the fungal infection. However, they may be too costly except Zetaclear which comes very cheap and is very effective in eliminating nail fungus infections- and they have to be continuous for a long time, or else nothing will happen even with the efforts.

Even if it may seem to clear up from time to time, they may return when the medication is not progressed. If you are unsure of the signs of having a nail fungus, you may want to see if the nails are becoming yellowish, and sometimes brownish. They also become thick and brittle which results to an easy breakage of the nails. Also check if the tips of the nails seem to be crumbling.To prevent nail fungus, you Continue reading »

False nails, Fad, fashion, or what?

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Dec 212012

I have long nails,

They are a bit untidy now some, need a quick file, these grow fast, so I guess ithat I am lucky, however i work in the areas of art, and enjoy ceramic work and gardening, abhor wearing rubber,gloves when doing any of these things, in the case of art and ceramics, it just isn’t feasible, and in the instance of gardening, its so much harder to get a grip on the weeds.

Also half the time I can’t find them. (The gloves that is)

I decided to clean them up last night, Maincured them the French way, using white on the tips after shaping, and then applied soft pink over the whole nail.

They looked brilliant, by the end of the day, probably not so great. The other option is acrylic or gel nails.

Although nail sculpture is an option using acrylic, they place a shape under the nail and build layers of acrylic up to nail level and then a coat over, This would be more likely to snap off,placing greater tension at the tip of the nail.

The general method is to prime the healthy nail scraping it back, making it amiable to the acrylic coating, a large shape is applied first, called the tip , these are around 1″ long, and allow for the amount of length a client would like.Most people have them reasonably short. Next a coat of acrylic is applied by using a liquid and a powder technique which creates, the acyrilic false nail , A type of resin, this thick layer goes over the whole nail tip and all. Continue reading »

How to Kill Nail Fungus

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Dec 052012

Nail fungus is a tough condition to have: it spreads fast under the nail and this makes it hard to eliminate. In the search of how to kill nail fungus, many people have succeed though, be it with the use of medical treatments such as terbinafine and sporanox, or with the use of traditional home treatments based on knowledge passed form generation to generation.

It is important to know, that ANY treatment (yes, even those based on strong, dangerous medicines) take time to fully kill the nail fungus. And it requires also total commitment to the treatment, because skipping one day can erase what you accomplished in one week. Continue reading »

How to Take Advantage of Hypnosis for Nail Biting Without the Need of Expensive Therapy

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Dec 032012

The quest of millions of people to get rid of the habit of nail biting has brought us different options for treatment. From nail polishes to ‘nail biting creams’, a lot has been tried in an effort to produce the final cure. However, everyday more and more people are starting to realize that hypnosis is perhaps the most effective method to combat this bad habit and finish it for good.

First off… What is Hypnosis? – Separating fact from fiction
A lot of people stay away from hypnosis without even knowing what it’s all about. Years and years of misinformation have moved hypnosis to a certain “dark territory”. So first, let’s talk about what is hypnosis. According to Achenet.com: Continue reading »

Treatment with Sporanox

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Dec 032012

Sporanox for nail treatment

As you may know, Sporanox is one of the drugs that are often prescribed to fight nail and toe nail fungus. This medicine has a very well strict restrictions and in no case must be used without recommendation from a health professional.

Sporanox Information
The generic name for this drug is Itraconazole (although it is not available as a generic), the drug battles fungal infections, but in our case we will refer to its properties against onychomicosis (the scientific name for the nail fungus) Treatment for Sporanox is no faster than any other and the doses must be followed exactly. The most frequent side effects include nausea, diarrhea, and rash. As with other medications used to treat nail fungus, liver enzyme abnormalities can occur and should be monitored. The medicines work even better if part of the fungus-filled nail is filed away. Continue reading »

Toenail Fungus Treatments or onychomicosis

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Dec 032012

Toenail fungus, or onychomicosis, is a common condition in the World. Studies shows that approximately 2% – 18% of people in the world have this nail fungus infection which is caused by several type of fungi, most of them form the dematophytes group. These organisms live in dark, damp environments, such as the on found in the toes, and this is the reason it is more likely to have fungus on the toenails, than I the fingernails. Continue reading »

Toenail Fungus Home Treatment

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Dec 022012

fungus home treatment

Finding the right toenail fungus home treatment can be a little bit tricky. Specially when we take in consideration that they are not 100% effective for all people. This means that even though a home treatment has worked for someone you know, it doesn’t necessarily means it will work for you.

In this page you will find great information about home treatments for nail fungus. Those that work, those that don’t and those that you have never heard of. Prepare for some toenail fungus home treatment information overload!

I gathered this information while looking to find a great way to end my toenail fungus problem. Ultimately I found some of these treatments seem to work for some people. Continue reading »

Nail Problems

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Dec 012012

Nail which is the hard covering over the end of the finger and toe are made up of proteins, keratin and minerals. The main function of nails is to protect the sensitive nerve endings from harm and injury.

Causes of Nail Problems:

Vitamin and mineral deficiencies.
Excessive cutting or pushing back of the cuticle, which functions like a bacteria shield, can put you at risk.
Using nail wraps or polish can also lead to infection if moisture, bacteria, and yeast get trapped between the nail and nail bed.
Aging, dry heat in winter, frequent immersion in water, or repeated use of strong nail polish removers can make nails brittle and prone to fungal and bacterial infection. Continue reading »

Fungus Nail Infections & The Right Nail Fungus Treatment

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Dec 012012

Nail Fungus Treatment

What is nail fungus ? And what is the right nail fungus treatment

Fungal infections of the finger and toenails are very common and the notorious Fungus are everywhere in our environment and can infect various parts of the body with different effects.

When the nails become infected with a fungus they begin to look thickened and discolored. As the infection progresses and invades more of the nail,flaking,peeling and crumbling may occur.

In some instances the nail comes smoothly away from the underlying nail bed as a result of the fungal growth. These nails will not only look unsightly, but also have a tendency to smell unpleasant as the fungus grows and invades the tissue. Continue reading »

French Manicure At Home..Really Good!!!!!!!!!

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Dec 012012

There is nothing better than treating yourself to a proffesional manicure or pedicure,but you can save money by doing it yourself at home.These tips will take your nails from ragged to refined in no time.

French Manicure:

Prepare the nails:Remove old nail polish and file into shape.

Soak the nails:Soak the Nails in warm water to soften the cuticles.

Prepare the cuticle: Gently push the cuticles back using stick.The first time you do this you may have a lot of cuticle. You can remove by applying cuticle remover.

Apply cream: Apply hand cream to the nails and rub them in. Leave for 2-3 minutes and wipe nails with facial tissue to remove excess.

Apply base coat: Apply base coat and leave to dry. Continue reading »

Yellow Fingernails or Toenails

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Nov 302012

Common Causes and Cures

Yellowing of nails on the fingers or toes often have different causes.

Fingernails stay healthiest when they are not covered with polishes, artificial nails, and glues for too long. Exposure to air and lots of water are what keep nails healthiest, and frequent application of nail conditioner or simple hand cream help as well.

This doesn’t mean not being able to wear nail polish all the time. It does mean changing it frequently, and also giving nails the occasional day or two to “rest” once in a while. Washing nail polish remover off well and immediately is an important first step after removing old polish, as well. Acetone remover is more drying, so even if you don’t use artificial nails or tips, it’s wise to stay away from remover with acetone in it.

When nail polish (or artificial nails) has been left on for more than two or three days, when it is removed the nails will appear dramatically drier and less naturally “pink”. The healthier color starts to return after that first good washing-off of the remover, but it can take a little while if the nails that have been covered with old polish for too long.

Although it isn’t necessary to NEVER immediately polish nails after removing old polish, giving nails that “rest” between polishings is the best practice. That can be accomplished easily and effortlessly by simply doing something like removing polish in early evening but not putting on a new coat until bedtime; or removing polish before bedtime and applying new polish the next day. When nails begins to appear just slightly less pink and healthy than they ordinarily do, it’s a good idea to leave polish off for two or three days; and just go with buffed and conditioned nails for a little while. Continue reading »

How to give yourself a pedicure

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Nov 302012

The feet are very often a neglected part of our bodies, but think about the work that they do, they carry our weight all day. We need to take good care of them, they need to be kept in good condition.

They are covered up all winter and when it comes to summer, we realize the terrible condition that they are in.

Very few people have ever actually had a pedicure or even given themselves one, but below is a step by step guide to getting beautiful looking healthy feet at home.

You will need:

A large bowl

A foot file

A nail file

Moisturiser

Cuticle cream or olive oil

Q tips or cotton buds

Nail polish remover

Cotton wool or an old towel

Nail scissors

Exfoliator

Nail brush

Base coat

Nail polish

Toe separators

Step 1:

Moisten a cotton wool ball or an old towel with acetone free nail polish remover, and stroke it over the toe nails to remove any traces of old nail polish.

Step 2:

Cut your nails with the nail scissors, cut straight across and do not cut downwards, this can lead to ingrowing toenails.

File them straight across with the nails file, you can use a metal file on your toe nails as they are much thicker and stronger than your finger nails. Also, since they are so thick, most standard emery boards would not be able to cope with the task.

Step 3:

Soak your feet in a large bowl of warm water, you can add oils to it such as peppermint or olive oil to help revive and soften the feet. Exfoliate your feet using small gentle circular movements, scrub the toes and nails with the nail brush, rinse.

Step 4: Remove your feet from the water and apply a liberal amount of moisturiser wrap them in the towel and leave for about 10 minutes.

Step 5: File away any rough skin from the feet using the foot file, pay particular attention to the heels.

Apply another coat of moisturiser.

Step 6: Apply warm olive oil or cuticle cream to the cuticles and massage in, gently push the cuticles back with a cotton bud/q tip.

Step 7: Put your toe separators/dividers in; apply your base coat (if using polish)

Allow it to dry and add a coat of colour.

Nail Biting Treatments

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Nov 302012

A Guide to Nail Biting Treatments

Want to get rid of nail biting but don’t know where to start?

Here you will find the best working nail biting treatments available as to this day. They are varied and have all worked for different people. I’d recommend you to choose the one you feel comfortable with and see if it works for you.

all these treatments require patience and commitment, because you are trying to erase a hard-wired habit. Good luck, if you have any questions just leave a comment or visit Stop Nail Biting.

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