3 Secrets to Naturally Strong, Beautiful Nails Your Beautician Doesn’t Want You to Know About!
~ by Mika Botkin
Although it may make for pretty personal decoration, most nail polish contains nasty chemicals, including formaldehyde which is known to cause headaches, dizziness, and irritation to the eyes, throat, skin and respiratory tract. These chemicals are also corrosive and the polish blocks needed oxygen to your nails making them brittle and unhealthy.
Don’t even get me started on fake nails! Ugh!
But if you’ve ever tried to grow your nails out only to have them break and crack as soon as they get to a decent length, read on.
Secret #1 Ditch the Chemicals
Get rid of the toxic polish, remover, and fake nails! They are doing more harm than good. There are some safer options out there for you if you are a die hard color fan. Even then, keep your nail painting for special occasions. Your nails will appreciate it, I promise.
Secret #2 The All-Natural French Manicure
Buff Your Stuff!
Buffing your nails helps make them stronger and healthier by bringing blood and lymph to the tissues, under your nail bed, which are responsible for producing new nail. Because buffing smooths out any ridges and creates a lovely shine, your nails will look naturally pretty and classy.
For the finishing touch apply some tee tree essential oil to a Q-tip and rub under your nail tips to keep them white and clean.
You can pick up a buffing kit at almost any drugstore.
Secret #3 Eat to Support Healthy Nail Growth
[tweet_dis]Your skin, eyes, hair and nails are a reflection of your overall health[/tweet_dis] and food has a very big part to play in your health and well being. Here are three important nutrients to include in your diet to ensure you have naturally beautiful, strong, healthy nails:
Zinc
A lack of zinc in your diet can cause you to develop dry, brittle nails. Try to eat foods rich in zinc like fish, mushrooms, egg yolks, meats and/or sunflower seeds.
Iron
Iron deficiency can cause the development of concave- shaped and brittle nails. Try to eat dried foods like raisins, beans, and chickpeas. Dark leafy vegetables like kale and red meats are also very high in iron.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a very common vitamin but it cannot be produced by your body! A deficiency can cause your nail and hair growth to slow down. Since the body can’t make it, it’s important to eat foods like berries, peppers, citrus fruits, and green vegetables.
Follow these natural beauty tips and notice your nails getting stronger and longer as the weeks pass.
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I hope you find these authentic beauty tips and suggestions helpful. And remember, the most beautiful thing you can be… is YOU!
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