Perfect hands
If it is true that a lot depends on the natural shape of the nails that we have had in endowment from our genetic kit, a lot can be done to modify it at least a little. The problem is often represented by the short nail bed, which makes the hand squat: in this case, the suggestion is to intervene on the cuticles, gently pushing them towards the wrist with an orangewood stick. It is an operation that requires a minimum of caution and that it is better not to do "raw" (under pain of pain and scratches), but always after having softened the hands in a bowl full of hot water and neutral soap. You can help yourself with a little oil and lemon, in which to dip the stick pusher-cuticle.
As "maintenance" you can use the nail poles already packaged, ie dipped in oil softener specific for cuticles (produces them Mavala, Sephora, Essence, just to name a few). Get used to using them when you watch TV or in the evening before going to bed. They are very delicate and have the specific function of "keeping back" the cuticle softened by weekly manicures.
If the nail bed is particularly short, and you realize that the problem depends on particularly thick and large cuticles that can only be pushed back by professional hands, schedule weekly appointments with the beautician. After a few months of constant manicure, you should have gained a few more millimeters that contributes greatly to making the hand beautiful and elegant.
Beautiful hands: constant care
Solved any problem of the tapered shape of the nails, it is time to devote himself constantly to beauty care. Beautiful hands are obtained mainly by feeding them a lot, every day (or almost every day), especially if temperatures drop. The secret is to get the specific nourishing cream for your needs: if you notice, for example, that your hands are not simply dry but tend to atopic dermatitis, contact eczema or forms of keratosis, use creams that cure the problem.
In case of severe dryness (the one that requires dermatological advice, for instance) likely, the common creams based on glycerine or shea butter are not enough.
This is where specific ingredients are needed:
- - Against atopic dermatitis or contact eczema, Omega 3, 6 and 9 creams are effective, regenerating inflamed skin, fighting itching and acting as a barrier effect;
- - against the keratoses that make the skin rough, it is particularly recommended to use urea that exfoliates the thickened layer of excess dead cells and calms the sensation of pulling skin.
Generally, 10 or 15 days of treatment are sufficient, preferably during the night, then you can return to a generic nourishing cream for dry hands.
Hand protection during the day
Get used to putting a small size of cream in your bag and apply it as soon as you feel it bothersome or dry. Usually, the textures of the handbag cream are lighter, to allow you to carry out daily activities without greasing anything.
The most "advanced" creams contain SPF to combat the onset of sunspots or lentigo. If they have already appeared, you can use whitening creams.
Gloves always at hand
For domestic work, to use detergents without risk of irritation and to protect oneself from the cold. If you're afraid you won't be able to use your mobile phone, don't be afraid: they've finally invented gloves for the touch screen!
Against ruined nails
At the cost of trying all the bitter enamels that are on the market, the onychophagy, that is the habit of eating your nails, careful to not little the beauty of the hands.
If the nails break, they have difficulty in growing, they break, short portal, cutting them as soon as they grow even very little. And in the meantime, use a hardening enamel and a specific solution based on calcium or keratin.
If you don't have any of this, but your nails are in good shape, know that beautiful hands can be won by polishing your nails every 2 weeks. How? With the buffer, the special spatula made of an abrasive sponge that removes the first layer of dead cells.
Remember also that generally the nail polish, even the transparent one, can make "equal" the nails with a regular shape.
The extra secret
Massage the cream to the nails with a relatively vigorous massage, and now and then treat yourself to a night cuddle that transforms your hands when you wake up. Apply a thick layer of nourishing cream and wear a pair of cotton gloves (found in household detergent stores and the most popular hardware stores). The next day your hands will be more beautiful than Snow White's!