Saturday, 25 August 2012

How to do your own manicure at home

How to: Faster growing nails!! (:

My nail care routine

MakeUp Tutorial - Basic Nail Care

Prevention of Nail Problems



Nails are basically made up of dead keratin tissues containing fat and water. They are non-organic and do not conduct any function. But they are prone to several problems such as turning brittle, deformed, or getting exposed to various infections such as fungus or algae.There are various problems pertaining to the nail plate. Some of them are as follows:
Brittle nail is a common problem that is caused by the loss of fat and water, which in turn splits the cells thus making the nail brittle and frail. To overcome this problem, there are a number of remedies. It is safer to wear gloves or use a long handled mop to prevent your hands from dipping into the water. To avoid dehydration effect do not use nail remover often. Just apply a single coat of nail polish to avoid using remover often. Massage the base of the nail plate with a cream.
A hangnail is a problem that is caused due to a tear in the cuticle or in the nail folds. These cuticles usually have a tendency to stick to the nail plate and when the nails grow the stretched part eventually tears. So constantly massage the cuticles to keep them soft. Sometimes you may face the problem of nail fold cracks. Do not pull off the splinter as it can cause infection to the nail folds. If your toe nails are not properly cut they lead to growing-toe problems. They penetrate into the nailfold thus leading to swelling. So always keep the nails in proper shape but do not cut them too short. Do not cut them from the side.
Fungal infection is also a very happening illness of the nails. Your nails are bound to look very disorderly, as they grow thick, broken and discolored. They can be treated with griseofulvin and ketoconazole for milder forms of illnesses. If it is a severe form then approach a doctor.

Elegant Glass


Professional Nail Care Products.
Elegant Glass produces the finest natural nail care products and education to salons and professional nail technicians.

Spa-Nailgroup Products

PURPOSE:
Amber Cucumber Masque enhances water retention in tissue, allowing the epidermis to achieve greater suppleness. It soothes irritated and treated skin.

KEY INGREDIENTS:
  • Cucumber Extract: Binds. Tightens. Moisturizes. Refreshes.
  • Allantoin: Promotes skins renewal process. Anti-irritant.
  • Aloe Vera: Hydrates. Softens. Anti-microbial. Anti-irritant.
  • Glycerin: Seals moisture in skin.
  • Panthenol: Aids in skin renewal process. Moisturizes. Soothes.
  • Hyaluronic Acid: Retains water. Moisturizes.
  • Diazolidninyl Urea: Enhances water retention in tissue. Anti-septic.
APPLICATION:
  1. Apply an even coat of product to the desired area.
  2. Allow mask to process for 15-20 minutes.
  3. Rinse off with tepid water and warm damp towels.
Note: During a treatment the Cucumber Masque could be used in place of any facial mask for dry, dehydrated and sensitive skins or after aggressive treatments.

FAST FACTS:
Anti-oxidants are found in many different ingredients such as Vitamin A, C, and E. An anti-oxidant is a molecule that can give up an electron. When a molecule is oxidized (i.e. a free radical) it has lost an electron and needs to get one back. Because we use our electrons for energy, we need to have other sources available to combat oxidization. Having an abundance of spare electrons helps protect cells and delay the aging process.

INGREDIENTS:
Purified Water, Cucumber Extract, Glycerin, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol, Allantoin, Aloe Vera, Sodium PCA, Hyaluronic Acid, Carbomer 940, Hydroxyetheylcellulos, Diazolidinyl Urea, TEA, Methylparaben, FDC Yellow 5, FDC Blue 1

Massage Lotion / 8 oz. by Amber Products


This uniquely blended lotion gives the therapist the ability to enhance their manipulation skills to effectively deliver trigger point and deep tissue massage therapy treatments.

Nails Care Products


Get Faster, Stronger Finger Nails Using Lemon Juice


Many women have a hard time growing strong, long finger nails and treating hang nails. I know most of us have even tried over-the-counter nail growth pills and nail vitamins. I am also sure you have tried those nail crèmes and nail strengthen nail polishes as well. Truth of the matter is none of those products work and you are just wasting your money on useless products.
If you are trying to grow healthy long strong finger nails and heal hang nails you need a high source of vitamin C. The best way of getting vitamin c directly into your finger nails is by squeezing a whole lemon getting all the juices out of it and putting the juices of the lemon into a warm bowl of water. After you have done that, you will then need to place your finger nails into the warm bowl of lemon water for twenty minutes to allow your nails to absorb the vitamin C. Now while your fingers are soaking in the warm water it will soften your hang nails and allow them to heal faster and better. You will need to soak your finger nails in warm lemon water every night until you have achieved the strength of the finger nail and length you would like to have.
Now to maintain long healthy finger nails you will need to trim them and file rough edges of your finger nails twice a week and trim the ones that need to be trimmed a little. By trimming and filing your nails you will keep hang nails away and will be able to shape your nails to the shape you want them to be. I would recommend you to also keep your finger nails clean and not paint them with nail polish unless you have a special event because the chemicals from the nail polish are not good for you or your nails.
You now know how to grow long beautifully healthy nails without spending tons of money and using useless finger nail products. Now that you know my little nail growing secret by using the juice of a lemon, you can now go out and buy yourself a great cup of cof
fee with the few bucks you have saved from not buying nail care products that don't work. Here is one more nail tip secret before I end the article, if you don't have a lemon you can use an orange, lime, or grapefruit. Good luck to all you finger nail growers and I hope these tips help you a bit!

Friday, 20 July 2012

Attraction Nail Powders

  • Looking for the whitest white for in fills? TRY RE BALANCE WHITE
  • Designed for effortless workability and flow with a spring back action and feel unique to our industry
  • Powder is pigment enriched and allows the nail tech to customize for each client
  • Delivers exceptional adhesion, strength and flexibility
  • When used with Attraction Nail Liquid, the working properties never vary
  • Non-yellowing and completely color stable.

Thursday, 19 July 2012

RUSTY NAILS CAN REDUCE CITRUS JUICE AND VINEGAR


If you have rust nails try soaking pure citrus juice or vinegar for 4 or more hours. It will get-rid off rusts metals into your nail.
The rusty nails in the vinegar and citrus juice will disappear. Clean with cloth or tissue after soaking for 5 or more hours. You will see that the rusts are diminishing. It appears the rusty dirt in the cloth or tissue.
The citrus juice such as lemon has an acid effect liked the vinegar. The vinegar is known for strong acid component, based upon the chemical formula of acetic acid (CH3COOH).
Moreover, Lemon or citrus juice is used for general degreaser, all purpose cleanser, and bleaching purposes. It absorbs to get rid-off the dirt and oil.
It has anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic properties, deodorizer, Vitamin C and natural medicinal remedies. It also used for disinfectant (itches and poison ivy rashes).
There are examples how it is used:
1.    Lemon or citrus juice and water mixed is used for dishwashing detergent, cleaning guitars or other stringed instruments, cleaning windows, hair conditioner (for anti-dandruff).

2.   Lemon or citrus juice adsorbed odor of accidentally spill in your clothes. Rub into your spilled clothes and washed with water. It eliminates the odor and dirt.


3.      Lemon or citrus juice and oil mixed is used for furniture polish.

4.      Apply lemon or citrus juice on to your face or skin. Leave it dry, and after a few minutes, wash with soap and water. It beautifies and freshness your face and skin. Lemon or citrus has a component of antibacterial effect. 
Aside from citrus juices, vinegar reduces the rust nail strong acid component known to get-rid off the dirty rust in your nail or metal for 4 to more hours in soaking.
There are other uses in vinegar aside from rusty nail. Here’s what?
1.      Vinegar and water is used to clean refrigerator to keep the strong odor reduced.


2.      Vinegar has anti-allergy effect. Apply it on to your itchy part of your skin, in a few seconds it will disappear.

3.      Vinegar is also used for antibacterial effect, cleansing agent, cooking purposes, deodorant, healthy beneficiary ailments, such as apple cider vinegar, and home remedies.

Nails Care Reduce

There is probably more bacteria in your mouth than on your fingers, so I don't think stopping biting will reduce your "severe gingivitis." The only way to cure gingivitis is by daily flossing and brushing correctly at least twice daily, if not more, watching your diet by eating healthy foods and keep up with your dental cleanings and check ups to prevent small problems from becoming bigger problems. Nail biting is a disgusting habit that is nasty and dirty but it is not the cause of your gingivitis; incorrect or lack of brushing and flossing has caused this. Hope you change your habits for the better by stopping the nail biting and starting to take much better care of your teeth and gums.

How TO Reduce Nails Care

Take a good look at your fingernails.  Do you notice lines that run from the bottom straight up to the top? This is the natural line of the nail.  Often, when nails become dry, these lines can create ridges which will show as darker streaks in your fingernails.

Vertical nail ridges are quite common and do not pose any danger.  It's not terribly attractive, however and becomes more noticeable as we grow older.  Generally, ridges in your nails can be kept under control with proper moisturizing of the fingernails.

Simple lotions or creams aren't strong enough to penetrate the natural coating that protects the fragile nail, so it's important to use an oil based nail conditioner.  You can use something around the house, such as olive oil or coconut oil.  You can also purchase a conditioning oil specifically formulated for nail care.

Using an conditioning oil on your nails is an effective way to keep them hydrated and reduce the appearance of vertical nail ridges.  Make sure you leave the oil on for at little bit, ten to fifteen minutes, to allow the oil to penetrate. Keeping your nails well moisturized will not only relieve you of unsightly vertical ridges, but also keep your nails strong and healthy.  This is essential to avoid nasty cracks and breaks in your fingernails. While vertical ridges don't pose any real health concern, keep an eye out for horizontal, or side to side ridges.

Horizontal ridges are generally caused by a break or crack in the nail, commonly along the top where the nail base becomes the tip.  However, if the horizontal ridge appears to be more than just a crack, or the nail is discoloured, you should consult a physician.  Discoloured nails especially can be a warning sign for other medical conditions.
Taking care of your nails with proper conditioning is important to give you overall healthy nails, plus the smooth appearance of both nail and cuticle.  So as soon as you notice vertical ridges starting to form, it's time to dip your fingers in some deep conditioning oil.

Wednesday, 18 July 2012

Preventing Hangnails


As you now know, it's pretty easy to get hangnails. The good news is that preventing them can also be a snap. In fact, most of the things useful in hindering hangnails are probably already in your home.
One quick and easy preventative measure you can take is to moisturize your hands. If you are prone to hangnails, try applying a lotion or hand crème to your nail beds two to three times a day. Because moisturizing your nail beds helps your nails and your cuticles as well, this simple step can have a big impact on your overall nail health .
If you are a nail biter or tend to pick at or bite your cuticles, perhaps it's time to call it quits. Nail biting not only contributes to hangnails, but it also increases your chances of developing an infection or warts. In addition, you can transfer viruses and bacteria that are on your fingers directly into your mouth, leading to illnesses such as colds or flu, or other nasty problems .
If you're looking for a good excuse to get a manicure once and a while, you've got it! Regular nail maintenance can go a long way toward preventing hangnails. If you give yourself regular manicures, take care not to cut your cuticles. Cut your nails straight across and finish off by gently filing the ends to achieve a slightly rounded corner. If you don't trust yourself with the orange stick, treat yourself to a professional manicure. A short soak in cuticle oil, which is standard practice for most manicurists, can help moisturize the nail bed, also preventing hangnails. In addition, a trained professional can ensure that your nails are trimmed properly and your cuticles are pushed back, not cut

Prevention Of Nail Problems


Nails are basically made up of dead keratin tissues containing fat and water. They are non-organic and do not conduct any function. But they are prone to several problems such as turning brittle, deformed, or getting exposed to various infections such as fungus or algae.
There are various problems pertaining to the nail plate. Some of them are as follows:
Brittle nail is a common problem that is caused by the loss of fat and water, which in turn splits the cells thus making the nail brittle and frail. To overcome this problem, there are a number of remedies. It is safer to wear gloves or use a long handled mop to prevent your hands from dipping into the water. To avoid dehydration effect do not use nail remover often. Just apply a single coat of nail polish to avoid using remover often. Massage the base of the nail plate with a cream.
A hangnail is a problem that is caused due to a tear in the cuticle or in the nail folds. These cuticles usually have a tendency to stick to the nail plate and when the nails grow the stretched part eventually tears. So constantly massage the cuticles to keep them soft. Sometimes you may face the problem of nail fold cracks. Do not pull off the splinter as it can cause infection to the nail folds. If your toe nails are not properly cut they lead to growing-toe problems. They penetrate into the nailfold thus leading to swelling. So always keep the nails in proper shape but do not cut them too short. Do not cut them from the side.
Fungal infection is also a very happening illness of the nails. Your nails are bound to look very disorderly, as they grow thick, broken and discolored. They can be treated with griseofulvin and ketoconazole for milder forms of illnesses. If it is a severe form then approach a doctor.

Home Remedies To Prevent Nail Problems

Avoid the Culprits
If you do a lot of housework, it's exposure to detergents and cleansers; if you're a janitor, strong cleaning fluids; a bartender, citrus fruits; and so on. If you can't stay away from these substances, wear gloves whenever possible. Otherwise, you risk brittle nails and even nail separation or infection, which could lead to nail deformity or even loss of the nail. Also, the shorter your nails, the less the risk of damaging them.

Vinyl gloves. Wear vinyl gloves for wet work. Exposing your hands to moisture too often, or getting your hands in harsh detergents or chemicals, can cause brittle nails. Wearing vinyl gloves, not latex or rubber, keeps your hands dry and safe from abrasive materials. To repel moisture even more, try sprinkling a little baby powder in your gloves, or wear a pair of cotton inserts under the gloves.

Cotton gloves. For dry work, wear cotton gloves. You'll help protect nails from damage or possible injury.
Also, don't use your nail in place of a screwdriver, a scraper, or other tool. Try not to hit it with a hammer or slam it in drawers. You get the idea. Such actions can injure your nails, opening the door to infection, stopping nail growth, or causing bruises. See your doctor as soon as possible if a nail turns black and blue; if your physician isn't available, go to an emergency room. The pressure should be relieved on the blood vessel that's been injured underneath the nail.