It’s happened to just about every woman: you splurge on a fresh manicure, only to smudge it minutes after leaving the salon—or worse, see it chip within days. Thankfully, there’s now a longer-lasting solution. Gel and shellac manicures have become … Continue reading Are Gel Manicures Safe?
Fungal infections can be uncomfortable and unsightly, but luckily there are a number of natural antifungal remedies that can help treat and prevent these skin and nail infections. Here are 9 natural antifungal remedies that can be used to treat … Continue reading 9 Natural Antifungal Remedies for Skin and Nails
Nail-biting is generally regarded as a pretty undesirable habit — and not just because it can leave your fingers looking ragged. While nibbling around your fingertip or cuticle might not seem like that big of a deal, it can pose … Continue reading How Bad Is It Really to Bite Your Nails?
Are you familiar with the exotic African oil whose popularity skyrocketed in the past 15 years with nearly 20 million U.S. dollars spent on it for cosmetic product manufacturing? It’s marula oil … and its demand in the beauty realm … Continue reading Marula Oil Benefits for Skin, Hair and Nails
Who doesn’t enjoy a session of self-pampering and relaxation and what could beat a good mani-pedi session? But relaxation comes with a deep hole in our pockets. Our budget constraints do not allow us to call a professional or visit … Continue reading 8 DIY Skin and Nails Manicure Tips
When it comes to scoring a totally flawless mani, the actual polish used is just as important as the polishing technique. In other words, no matter whether you’re a nail painting novice, expert DIYer, or like to BYO polish to … Continue reading The 5 Best Nail Polishes of 2021
Although nail clipping seems pretty straightforward, there are some important steps you should follow to ensure a healthy cut. To properly trim your nails, dermatologists recommend the following tips: Soften the nails. The best time to trim your nails is … Continue reading How to Trim Your Nails Properly
Feeling like your fine hair is letting you down even more than usual lately? The answer could simply be washing it more. David Adams, trichologist and master colorist at Fourteenjay salon in NYC says that fine hair tends to need … Continue reading 12 Best Shampoos For Fine Hair 2019 – Volumizing Shampoo
Coconut oil might just be the most versatile health food on the planet, so much so that I consider it a top superfood. Not only is it my favorite cooking oil, but coconut oil uses are numerous and can extend … Continue reading 77 Coconut Oil Uses for Food, Body/Skin, Household & More
Who doesn’t love a trip to the salon? You get to sit down, relax, and let someone else do the work, and when you get done, you usually feel more confident about your appearance and yourself. In a recent 2017 … Continue reading Don’t Get Sick at Your Salon! 10 Safety Tips
DIY Nail Polish About 2–3 ounces 4 tablespoons cold-pressed olive oil 3 teaspoons alkanet root powder (for red) or 3 teaspoons ginger root powder (for neutral) 1/2 teaspoon beeswax 3 drops vitamin E oil 1/2 teaspoon jojoba oil To make, … Continue reading DIY Nail Polish with Olive Oil, Beeswax & Vitamin E Oil
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years in various cultures for medicinal and health purposes. Continue reading 101 Essential Oil Uses and Benefits
Biotin, or Vitamin B7, is a water-soluble vitamin that’s a part of the vitamin B complex — a group of key nutrients needed for healthy metabolic, nerve, digestive and cardiovascular functions. Continue reading Biotin Benefits: Thicken Hair, Nails and Beautify Skin
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