First impressions are the most important. And it isn’t usually about vanity, which is very stereotypical; it is rather more about healthiness. It is an obvious truth that we wouldn’t oblige a handshake from a guy with dirty and gross hands or nails. Nails, being a small part of the whole body, it is always rather ignored. But it is very much noticed at crucial times of handshakes and meetings.
Here are a few ways to keep your nails looking healthy and clean:
1. Coconut Oil Massage
Rich in healthy fats and antioxidants, coconut oil nourishes dry cuticles and strengthens brittle nails. Warm a small amount and massage it into your nails and cuticles daily to improve moisture and prevent splitting.
2. Olive Oil Soak
Olive oil penetrates the nail bed, hydrating and strengthening nails from within. Soak your nails in warm olive oil for 10–15 minutes a few times a week for added shine and resilience.
3. Lemon Juice + Baking Soda Scrub
This combo helps remove stains and brightens nails naturally. Mix lemon juice with a bit of baking soda to form a paste, gently scrub your nails with it, then rinse off.
4. Biotin-Rich Foods
Eggs, almonds, sweet potatoes, and spinach are great sources of biotin—a B vitamin essential for nail thickness and growth. Include these in your daily meals to support healthy nails from the inside out.
5. Tea Tree Oil for Nail Infections
With its antifungal and antibacterial properties, tea tree oil is great for preventing and treating nail infections. Dilute with a carrier oil and apply a drop to the nail surface once daily.
6. Hydration with Cucumber Soak
Cucumber juice is packed with silica, sulfur, and vitamins that boost nail growth. Blend cucumber and soak your fingertips in the juice for 10 minutes a few times a week.
7. Castor Oil Treatment
Castor oil is rich in vitamin E and essential fatty acids that promote stronger nails and healthier cuticles. Apply a few drops nightly and massage gently before bed.
How to improve your nails health:
- Fine Grain Dead Sea Salt
- A bowl of Warm water
- Moisturizing oils like vitamin E, Olive or Flaxseed etc
- Essential Oils
- Moisturizer
Dissolve a tablespoon or 2 of the fine grain dead sea salt in a bowl of warm water, add a couple drops of moisturizing oils and some essential oils in drops. Soak your hands in for 10-15 minutes, afterward pat dry and moisturize.