Saturday, January 23, 2010

Make natural nails look better?

I've been looking into acryllics but it seems like they're not really a longer-term solution and are usually regretted later. So since my own nails aren't too bad I'm thinking of just trying to improve my natural nails and then going for a french tip manicure.





The only problem is that lately the skin around my nails has been looking kind of rough. I've been getting more hang nails than before, and generally my cuticle area just doesn't look that nice anymore. What can I do??





I haven't started any kind of manual labour or anything that could explain why they are looking like this, and I still use the same kind of moisturizer on my hands that I've always used (curel). Also, I moisturize on a regular basis.





Can anyone recommend a manicure cream or techniques that can be done to improve cuticles, hangnails etc?? When I go for a manicure will they help to fix this for me?Make natural nails look better?
There are a few things you can do to help with this problem.


First, get some cuticle remover.One that I like is called 'Cuticle Eliminator,' and can be seen here:


http://www.kaboodle.com/reviews/sterilis鈥?/a>


Apply this around the base of each nail plate and ensuring even coverage and avoiding skin contact (don't use your fingertips to spread it, use the spout on the bottle instead).


Let that sit for about one minute, then carefully remove the cuticle tissue from the nail plate using a good quality cuticle pusher made from metal. These work much better than orange sticks:


http://www.folica.com/Mehaz_Cuticle_P_d4鈥?/a>


BTW,Mehaz manufactures some of the best nail implements available. But there are others available which will work just as well for home use and cost you less money at the same time.


After you are done, wash your hands thoroughly, then dry them.


You can do this once or twice a week. It will not only help to keep your cuticles in great shape and looking good, but it will help to prevent hangnails as well.


After you are done removing the skin, use sharp cuticle nippers to remove any skin around the nail folds which may be sticking out. Do this step carefully as well.


I have to clarify something before I go on any further.


The term 'cuticle' is often used incorrectly to refer to the skin that surrounds the base of the nail in a kind of semi-circular shape. This is called the nail fold. The same skin arounf the sides of your nails is called the lateral nail folds. At the base of the nail folds - underneath the nail fold and closest to your nail, is where the 'eponychium' is located. The purpose of the eponychium is to form a tight barrier between your nail folds and the nail plte, preventing moisture, bacteria, and other things from getting under your skin in that area. As your nail grows out, there is a sticky layer of tissue which forms on the underside of the eponychium. This sticky layer of tissue is literally dragged away from under the tight seal the eponychium forms, and remains on your nail plate, and hardens as it grows out. The dead skin that you see at the very base of your nail, and extending out a little bit onto the nail plate (how far out it extends depends on how often you remove it), is the 'cuticle.' When I said to remove the cuticle, this is the skin that I am talking about. Never cut, or otherwise remove the skin on the nail folds. Many people like to cut that skin off using this sharp v-shaped tool which is sold in many stores for this purpose. Don't do this. The skin will grow back both thicker, and tougher. Also, It is important that you do not break the seal formed by the eponychium by the use of any pushers, whether it is an orange stick, or a metal pusher, or whatever. By doing so, you are opening yourself up to possible infections, and cutting or removing the skin around the nail folds will break this barrier, as will pushing the cuticle too far back. Do this with care.


Last, but not least, use a cuticle oil. My personal favorite is called Solar Oil, by Creative Nail Design. You can get this in major drugstores for about $9 for a 1/2 oz. bottle. It not only workks great to keep your cuticle area looking %26amp; feeling good, and mositurzing the skin but smells great too! Kind of almondy smell to it.


Anyway, apply a couple drops to each nail and massage into the cuticle area, the skin around the nail, and the nail itself. This will really help to moisturize your natural nail, and keep them healthy. Use this at least twice a day. Its not possible to use this 'too' often, so do it two, three, or more times a day, and within a week or two, you'll notice a big improvement in your cuticle area, and your nails will be healthier as well.


Note: There are other cuticle oils available, and you can use them instead of CND Solar Oil is you want to. But, no matter what brand you choose, be sure that it is a high quality oil. Not all cuticle oils work well, but the higher quality ones tend to be much better, and result in the sking around the cuticle area being softer, and healthier, and will help to reduce - or eliminate hangnails altogether.


hthMake natural nails look better?
For the most natural looking nail - get the manicure so they can take care of your cuticles and instead of nail polish, have them buff your nails. This gives them a super high shine. Kinda like you have a clear coat of polish but it won't chip off.
The manicurist will take care of this that's part of job
In the malls the people selling the dead sea stuff works great. I am not one to buy those things but they are great. I have really nice nails now. They shine naturally and they have an oil you apply once a day. It makes your cuticles soft and the hang nails go away.
Burt's bees has a very good cuticle cream designed specifically for what you've described. You should check that out.


Also, by pushing your cuticles back just a little bit once a day promotes nail growth and will probably help your hangnails. Make sure you're just pushing them back a little, and not picking at the skin around your fingers.


As far as the actual appearance of your nails, a manicure will help that, but definitely don't get any acrylics.


If you just want your nails to be smooth, shaped and shiney, there are nail files you can get for that at your local beauty store. One kind of rough, to do the shaping and smothing out of any ridges you may have on your nails. But not too coarse, otherwise it will leave your nails feeling paper thin. And one a lot softer with a bit of moiusterizer in it to make your nails so shiney they look like you've painted them with clear coat.


Good luck!

natural tipped Acrylic nails?

I want to get my nails done, but I do not want the french manicured look. I heard that you can ask for a natural tip which looks like your real nail, but is that what they are called?





How would you ask for that? lol





thanks ladies natural tipped Acrylic nails?
CRYSTAL NAILS natural tipped Acrylic nails?
Yes you can ask for a natural tip. It is actually called a Natural Tip. Almost every salon will have both white tips and natural tips. If they don't, you can get the white tips and then have the nails painted when they are done. You won't be able to tell they were white tips after they are painted.

I have changed my diet to all natural, vitamins and excersise. Why are my nails yellow and why am I weak/dizzy

I have started to walk for an hour everyday, my water intake is higher, and my diet is 100% better. So why are my nails turning yellow, my strength going down, I'm dizzy and tired all the time. Why is this happening?I have changed my diet to all natural, vitamins and excersise. Why are my nails yellow and why am I weak/dizzy
I suggest your diet may be due to recommendations by the wrong people. The media is loaded with misinformation and motivated by profit. Doctors are not trained in nutrition and have no clue what is good and bad for people.





I strongly suggest you seek out a certified nutritional therapist because they can test you for any deficiencies you may have and then recommend a diet and possibly supplements. The so called ';food experts'; you read in Yahoo and other sources are just ';hired guns'; of the food industry marketing teams and are giving lots of bad advice to people.





It sounds like you are eating LOW fat, NO salt, and other things that will cause those problems. E-mail me and I can help you.





good luckI have changed my diet to all natural, vitamins and excersise. Why are my nails yellow and why am I weak/dizzy
whatever you are doing, i would stop and consult with a physician. something is amiss. the yellowing of your nails is a bit concerning. how about your skin or eyes? it sounds like the vitamins you are taking could possibly be having some adverse consequences on your liver. i would make an appt immediately for some tests.
you might not be getting enough iron, calcium or other vitale nutrients. you also may not be getting in enough calories which is causing you to feel weak and dizzy. i would seriously take a look at your daily consumption of calories.





also do you smoke, cuz that will turn your nails yellow as well.





http://www.fitnesshealthtips.com
its malnutrition and something could be happening in your liver. your body is not used to this
You may be getting low on potassium and salt.

Heya! Does anyone know why gel nails are good for your natural nails?! Please help.xx?

I had gel nails quite few times! I love the fact that I can grow the nails very long without them breaking and the nail varnish stays without chipping and peeling fresh for 2 weeks - impossible with own nails.


What I hated was the thickness of the nails - it takes getting used to and also having to go to the salon for refills every 3 weeks. I always had them for 4 or 5 months and had them taken off. After that my own nails were always filed down, brittle, breaking and tearing off and i had to wait 3 months until the normal nails outgrew the damaged ones. This time around when growing the damaged bits out, I started taking Nail, Skin and Hair tablets and for the first time in about 3 years my own nails are nicely hard and damage free.Heya! Does anyone know why gel nails are good for your natural nails?! Please help.xx?
The technicians technique will play a big factor on how your nails fair during and after enhancements but I wouldn't say that Gel (or anything else) is good for your nails. The product acts as a hardener. Covering the surface to strengthen your nail and encouraging longer growth.





The Acrylic technique often requires a primer to be applied to the nail surface so that the product adheres and the Gel application does not. The primer is an acid that dehydrates the nail to stop oils getting trapped between the enhancement and the nail plate (this results in infection). Obviously this is not good for nails.





Also some Gel products claim to be porous so the nail plate can breathe.





These products as I said are not good for your nails but they will help you to grow lovely nails and feel a little girly at the beauty salon every so often.

What can you do it your finger nails are naturally a dark color? I want them to be that natural pink color...?

My finger nails are like a purple dark color when they should be like a healthy pink color like flesh is. It's not a medical concern, but I am tired of looking at them. They make me self-conscious.What can you do it your finger nails are naturally a dark color? I want them to be that natural pink color...?
a base coat then apply the pinkWhat can you do it your finger nails are naturally a dark color? I want them to be that natural pink color...?
You mean they were that way since you were born? If that is so, then there is nothing you can do to change the color. You do have a few options though. Keep the full nail painted, if you want french tips, or nail designs you can get acrylic overlay, which is like getting fake nails, except the nail tech will put acrylic on your natural nails, and they can grow out as long as you like, and be very strong. Or you could buy a light pink or tan color nail polish as base, for french tips.





If they have been dyed that color from a nail polish, you can use a nail brush, you can get one anywhere, and backing soda mixed with a little water to scrub your nails. Also try soaking them in lemon juice. Eventually when they have grown out fully, they will be back to normal completely. I had my tips done yellow and bright green recently and my nails turned yellow, I know how it is, not pretty!





Good luck.
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  • What do you prefer acrylic nails or natural nails?

    i like my natural nails,but acrylic nails look way better than my real ones will ever look.and some of the fake nails dont break,and stay on for a long time. u can find sum fake nails that almost look real,but r kinda faky.they look really real but if u like grab them u can feel its fake.What do you prefer acrylic nails or natural nails?
    Natural.What do you prefer acrylic nails or natural nails?
    i have always had long nails


    so i do not think i woud like the fake ones
    Natural nails.
    I like natural nails...
    acrylic nails are prettier but hard to maintain. if your natural nails are strong and long, thats the best bet. and alot cheaper too. lol.
    natural.. acrylic look fake.
    I think everyone would love natural nails,but lets face it we can never get our nails to look that great! Have you concidered solar nails? they look and feel natural. Oh and trust me they don't break.
    natural 100% . well looked after long natural nails always look best . :%26gt;
    natural
    I grow my natural nails out and get them done.

    What is a pretty sheer and natural looking pink from Essie or OPI I have short nails and want little chipping.

    I love red on my toes like OPI's Im not really a waitress but it chips on my fingers so I wanted someting natural my nails are short and recovering from acrylic I also use duri rejuvacoat everyday.What is a pretty sheer and natural looking pink from Essie or OPI I have short nails and want little chipping.
    I like Essie Expose Your Toes, it has a nice little shimmer to it.What is a pretty sheer and natural looking pink from Essie or OPI I have short nails and want little chipping.
    Princesses Rule is a pretty pink by OPI.
    Essie Power Lunch is a really good sheer color.
    Try Essie Ballet Slipper.

    How can you make a discoloured toe nail appear normal and natural?

    I have an audition on December 9 and it鈥檚 probable that I will have to do some work barefoot. The trouble is, I have a pretty ugly fungal toe nail infection. Although I am using antibiotics to treat the cause, my feet are not particularly pretty right now and I need a solution.





    Is there a specific nail treatment process to reduce the yellow-ish colourisation? Or perhaps a specialised nail polish that will cover the yellow nail? I鈥檓 not particular on how to achieve a natural look, but it is certain that the nail must look natural 鈥?at least so as not attract unnecessary attention.





    My entire theatrical career depends on this audition, so come on guys, help me out鈥?please?How can you make a discoloured toe nail appear normal and natural?
    If the toe nail is thick, you can *gently* buff down the top of it with a 200 grit (or higher) file. Don't buff it a lot; a tiny bit of buffing should take care of some of the discoloration. If you don't want to do this or find that it isn't working, you can buy some beige polish in a tone close to your skin color, base coat, and a matte topcoat. Feet by OPI makes one, as does Essie. Matte won't have the same staying power as glossy, but it will look most natural. Paint 1 coat of base coat, 1-2 coats of the color, and 1 coat of matte. You'll get a fairly natural look by doing that. Good luck at your audition!!How can you make a discoloured toe nail appear normal and natural?
    just put some nail polish or how ya call it on it


    nail paint?





    sorry lol im dutch

    Do your natural nails look like these?

    http://www.hecklerspray.com/imppix/photos/uncategorized/nails.jpg





    do you get comments from people about your hands/nails?Do your natural nails look like these?
    No?


    Those are painted.Do your natural nails look like these?
    heck no!! those are to skinny and long!!


    yes people say i have beautiful hands cuz my fingers are long and slender, and i have a deep nailbed,
    yeah if you paint them.


    mine are kinda like that actually.


    i get comments all the time, it has to do with genes suprisingly.
    Nope, mine's almost the same shape but a bit fatter. I got a lot of nice comments about mine.
    Umm those arent natrul thats just a pedicure so i would say natrul no but i like the half design on the nails it looks pretty but its not natrul you have to pay for it to get them
    no, they don't, but I do get comments from other people about my nails because they look healthy and natural.

    Guys do you prefer your girl with long fake nails with polish or short natural nails with polish?

    Gotta go with short. those long ones look disgusting.Guys do you prefer your girl with long fake nails with polish or short natural nails with polish?
    Short and natural with polishGuys do you prefer your girl with long fake nails with polish or short natural nails with polish?
    I am a woman, but most guys I ask say real nails
    I would say real nails
    Short natural ones. Long ones can scratch when she's jerking me.
    Personally short real nails, with or without polish. Just as long as they are not bitten or dirty, I'm fine with them. Artificial nails have always looked slutty to me, and not in a good way.
    I hate fake nails, they may look all perfect and all, but you can tell their fake, and it'll ruin your natural nails when you take them off, I prefer natural. :) Its easier also.
    Here's an idea, long ones are more sexy (but hurt) so when you first meet a guy wear long ones and as you get to know him more, take 'em off!
    short natural nails with polish because i want to know all the true facts about my girl
    Short natural polished nails. Fake nails are weird.
    guys don't care if they are polished or not as long as you have some real fingernails to scratch their backs
    natural nails
    i dont rlly care at all but if i had to choose, ill say short natural nails with polish

    Do gel nails ruin your natural nails?

    Please Answer. Links Appreciated.


    Do gel nails ruin your natural nails?
    It doesn't matter are they gel or acrylic. They ( unfortunately ) ruin nails. I have just get rid of them and my nails are wrecked.Do gel nails ruin your natural nails?
    Honestly, Any type of acrylic or gel wraps for your nails are bad for them and can ruin your nail but its not bad if you get them done once in awhile. I got my nails done alot of times and they did ruin my nails but my nails looked pretty for a few weeks.. =) Now I use green tea cuticle remover and calcium nail polish stuff by Nutra Nail that strengthens your nails and makes them grow quicker! It really works too. I like natural nails better than the other ones. Im always painting my nails now and lookn at them =) so thats just my opinion...
    definitely not as bad as acrylics they damage your nails and weaken them but gels ones are the best type you can get they cost slightly more but is soo worth it..they are even thiner then acrylics so they feel and look more natural..
    No I had them constantly on for over a year .Now I don't wear them anymore but my nails are so much stronger.Just make sure you get them filled about every two weeks .
    I think that they could if your not careful.
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  • Am coming out on a 15 and i whan my natural nails long i only have one week. what can i do?

    Natural nails only grow about one millimeter in a week, so that is what you can expect to happen by then. Your only other option would be artificial nails.





    best wishes..Am coming out on a 15 and i whan my natural nails long i only have one week. what can i do?
    Not possible in such a short time period! However use what you have a make them shine or give them the French Nail look naturally. There's a site that promotes natural nails naturally. On sure way to put life back into your nails is by using their nail buffers 1, 2, and 3. To achieve Natural Nails naturally, then check out http://www.mynaturalnails.com.Am coming out on a 15 and i whan my natural nails long i only have one week. what can i do?
    you pull them put them in warm water and clean them












































    please vote as best answer

    Help ME where can i get no bite nail polish for a VERY GOOD price??? natural remedy suggestions??

    Help... my little sister can't stop biting her nails. It's a horrid habit that has caused her Pain and frankly, nail nubs ARE not attractive. any Quick help would be appreciated.Help ME where can i get no bite nail polish for a VERY GOOD price??? natural remedy suggestions??
    Any local drug store should have it for 3-7 dollars.Help ME where can i get no bite nail polish for a VERY GOOD price??? natural remedy suggestions??
    At walmart in the nail care alse their is nail stuff for this. They bite their nails and it tastes awful. My little bro had this same problem
    STOP...that's a really good price. Advice is free

    Very dark polish on long natural nails?

    My natural nails are long (just a bit longer than http://www.opi.com/opi/opistudio.aspx but the same shape, fair complexion), and lately I've been getting really into dark polish - OPI Russian Navy, OPI Vampire State Building, black, etc.


    I just don't like how little stubby nails look and can't bear to cut mine down.


    What do you think - anyone else out there wearing these colors on long nails?Very dark polish on long natural nails?
    I totally understand. I love my nails long. I usually try to avoid dark colors when my nails are long. I personally prefer dark colors on shorter nails but honestly it is all about what you like.Very dark polish on long natural nails?
    no way ......some dark colors are ok but not black!
    I wear black on my long natural nails. It's the only color I'll do on my hands. I usually only color my toenails though.
    no dark color on long nails......looks too much like a witch at Halloween
    can u leave the house in the day light?

    Is there a natural way to make your nails grow faster ?

    Take a multivitamin, eat fruits, and drink water daily. You can also massage your cuticle area every once and a while with olive oil or jojoba.


    Also-when polishing, try to purchase a fortifying polish-this will help protect your nail while receiving the beauty of a manicure.





    God BlessIs there a natural way to make your nails grow faster ?
    Yes, there is. The more we use hand creams the stronger our nails become %26amp; the faster. Use a good hand %26amp; nail cream once to twice a day and keep them nourished and they will grow.





    If you want a free method use olive oil. Rub the oil into the cuticles %26amp; nail bed once to twice a day and just let the oil sink in like a normal lotion. The oil with add extra nourishment to your nails and keep the cuticles soft.





    I used to study beauty therapy and as we constantly had our hands dipped in different types of lotion all day the result was very healthy nails which grew faster than normal when I didn't use a hand lotion!





    So give that a whirl :)Is there a natural way to make your nails grow faster ?
    Yup, drink milk! I promise you.





    If you absolutely hate milk, then you can take calcium supplements. A friend of mine swears by collagen, which makes her hair super shiny and healthy and her nails stronger. I haven't tried collagen pills personally though.
    Well when I want my nails to grow faster I do this.


    You know where your nail ends and your skin starts..


    well i push my skin back(towards the palm of the hand)


    I do it a lot and it works for me.


    I hope it helps..and i can't find another ways to explain it.
    Keep your hands really moisturized with lotion. Every time you wash your hands put lotion on, or just whenever you can.





    The lotion always makes my nails grow, and keeps them nice and long and pretty.
    I guess this isn't really natural, but Sally Hansen has a clear nailpolish that seriously works. Its in a gold bottle and you can find it at target or walmart for like $4
    calcium helps. also getting pregnant...lol!
    ya i think in the nail sections at like target or whatever, they have like a product that helps
    ive heard rubbing REAL garlic on your nails works...but like the real stuff that stinks
    soak them, that works fast
    use garlic on your nails..I know it Stinks but works

    Poll for Men: Do you prefer fake nails or natural nails?

    Whatever made her feel better about herself.Poll for Men: Do you prefer fake nails or natural nails?
    Girl, thank you so much for asking this! I go back %26amp; forth on this constantly. The pink %26amp; white (permanent french tips) look so nice most of the time. My real nails are really nice, but nail polish doesn't stay on for more than a couple of days at a time %26amp; I don't have all this free time to be painting my nails 3 times a week!








    l'll be checking back on this one %26amp; a star for you!Poll for Men: Do you prefer fake nails or natural nails?
    foe the love of god natural... I hated it when my gf got a french manicure (Fake nails) It was so hard for me and her to u know do it with out her digging her nails into my body. Although, breast implants all the way, there the best..
    i always have to smile when my friend puts on these fake things and then thinks that she is prettier. its for me like putting a red clown-nose on my face and showing that to her.
    My hubby says he likes the fake nails a lot, but he doesn't want to have to pay for them.





    So I have natural nails. Bummer.
    I think that in general, men prefer natural body parts/features.
    Fake ones work if they actually look decent, and not trashy.





    But natural ones are best.
    I conducted a poll for men recently; I'm just here to make sure you don't get poked in the eye.
    natural, i despise fakers
    natural looks better. and im not a nail expert but after the fake nails come off isnt there glue-like stuff stuck on your nails for a while.
    Whichever works well with a fetish new foreplay I want you to introduce to the whole wide world with me as your volunteer!
    i prefer natural nails i hate the feeling of fake nails
    Fake nails always break when I'm scratching my nugget pouch.








    Er wait, you mean on girls? Meh, either way. I'm not picky.
    I prefer natural everything
    Natural.
    I honestly can't tell the difference! It's not the nails I'm looking at!
    Natural.
    Natural Nails.
    Natural. Not just nails either.
    Keep it natural
    Natural. I'd look ridiculous with fake nails.
    omfg! fake nails freakin hurt! one of them ripped off of my nail! dang it hurt! i prefer natural nails
    natural
    natural
    totally natural
    natural
    natural
    Natural, short nails.
    natural...fake looks whorish
    I use my hands for work, so the fake ones chip and break off so easily.
    Real nails look like an animal so fake is easier for you and looks better.

    Is there a natural remedy to help stop my son from biting his nails?

    We've tried the nail polish formulated to taste terrible and stop nail biting. It didn't phase him in the least. Any ideas out there?Is there a natural remedy to help stop my son from biting his nails?
    My mom always slapped my hand away from my mouth, but all that did was keep me from biting them around her.


    I am in my 40s and have been trying my whole life to stop but, still I can't.Is there a natural remedy to help stop my son from biting his nails?
    To be honest with you it is a nerve problem...i have done it all my life...Thats why i wear the fake nails.....Being he is a boy he cant do that!! Really there is not harm....Just the dirt under his nails....Try buying him a game he likes to play to distract him or buy him gum...but to be honest none of it works...Its a hhabiot some ppl have and it gots to do with the nerves!!!
    you can put those things that make your nails hard and stronger or u can put a really spicy sauce on the tips of the nails so everytime he tries to bite his mouth feels hot!!!!





    or u can just tell him and tell him and tell him and tell him until he gets tired.
    did you try hot sauce or rubbing alcohol...just tell him not to rub his eyes or it will burn terribly...or you can make him wear socks on his hands...i used to bite my nails to nubbs and im 20 and still cant stop its a nervous habit...i have to keep acrylic on my nails so i dont chew them off
    here are a variety of substances such as getting fake nails, or pouring tabasco, lemon juice, bitters, Thums
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  • Are acrylic nails bad for your natural nails?

    When applying the acrilic nails they usually file off a great deal of your real nail making it super thin but easier for the acrylic to stick. Because of this, when you get them taken off your nails will be very very thin. Given time they will grow out and the thin will fall off and you will have your regular nail. I have never experienced any long term damage by getting acrylic nails, but if you don't plan to keep them - they will be thin and brittle for awhile after you get rid of them.





    If your nails are long and you are just getting acrylic overlay to keep your nails from breaking, they don't file as much off as the do when you get a ';full set'; but it still probably isn't very good for your nails, at least not in the short term anyway.Are acrylic nails bad for your natural nails?
    yes its definitely bad. it sticks on your nails and it will never come off unless you go back to the same shop and ask them to remove it. but if they did a bad job, and it seems to fall off, it might chip your natural nails off a bit too. a lot of my friends had it,...and all of them swore that they will never ever get it done again.Are acrylic nails bad for your natural nails?
    acrylic nails are just that, nail enchancements. just like haircolor is an enhancement for your hair.
    they do make your natural nails very soft. I guess you could say yes, they're sorta bad.
    yea if u start u have to keep doing it coz if u stop then ur real nails look awful.
    Yes they are they make your real nails thin. If you keep going back to get a fil the thinner they get. Also if you let the acrylic nail grow out without getting a fill as soon as you need it it can develop fungus underneath which is not good. Acrylic nails are beautiful but they really are bad for your real nails.
    Yes... But it depends on how long you have them on for. They're bad for you because your nails can not breath, under the acrylic, but if you have them on for like a wedding or something, do NOT, I repeat DO NOT peel them off. It rips the top layer (layers) of your nail off. So to get them off just go to the salon and pay the $10 to get them taken off. you'll just soak your nails in acitone =, and they'll just basically melt off.
    Yes. Try gel nails...they're healthier.
    Because of the chemicals used, I would not put them on my nails. The easiest way to grow nails that are nice is to trim them and round them...

    Ladies: Do you prefer wearing natural nails or acrylic nails?

    I like my natural nails. Plus they're really thin so having acrylics are useless to me.





    How about you?Ladies: Do you prefer wearing natural nails or acrylic nails?
    Natural nails, I can't stand to have anything on them for more then a few minutes-including nail polish.Ladies: Do you prefer wearing natural nails or acrylic nails?
    i dont hate fake nails but the few times i have gotten them i was sick of them after the first few hours...


    and i cant grow real ones.. they always seem to break.. but i bought this clear nail polish that strengthens so we will see!
    natural nails.
    I prefer my real nails too ;]


    I can't afford to keep up acrylics every week!
    i like acrylic but it doesnt matter
    I like my natural nails better.

    Are gel nails only available in french, natural, and that wicked pale pink?

    I am going to my high school reunion on Friday and for the first time in my life I am getting faux nails done after much badgering from my friend. My outfit is black, shades of grey, and red so I really want Black nails with Red tips (a satanic frencg manicure? LOL) but do not want acrylics. Thus far, all I run across wth gels online is that they are natural, french, and sometimes sheer pink. Is it possible to get colors? If not all out color, can I at least get a fancy french manicure with like black %26amp; silver accents over the white?





    Help!Are gel nails only available in french, natural, and that wicked pale pink?
    no there avalibe in only french and itlianAre gel nails only available in french, natural, and that wicked pale pink?
    no there isnt
    you can just use shimmering silver, you will outstand your whole outlook. do not paint black, as you will do dull. Very shiny type quite nice leh... enjoy your party.. :D

    Do you wear acrylic, sculpted or just have natural nails?

    iVE GOT natural long nails....I did the acrylic before, and they messed up my nails so bad...made them thin and chip easily.Do you wear acrylic, sculpted or just have natural nails?
    I have naturally long and strong nails. They grow way too fast! This is a picture of my REAL thumbnail (it eventually broke but I think it's a world record):


    http://i4.tinypic.com/103ud0o.jpgDo you wear acrylic, sculpted or just have natural nails?
    just nails, I need to quit picking them when I am nervous.
    I wear natural baby, you would make fun of me if I wore acrylic nails being a guy.
    Natural nails... =)
    i have natural nails


    my nails grow very fast and they are quite strong


    i got acrylic nails done by my friends once, but it damaged my natural nails and they surely looked fake
    all natural!
    Natural nails. I had the fake acrylic ones for my wedding and I could not wait to get them off my fingers. I hated them.
    I leave mine natural
    natural nails coz i ride a bicycle
    Natural.
    NATURAL nails- but i ffffreakin' luv acrylic when i'm not playing basketball. :)
    ive got natural nails
    Natural nails and usually only clear polish.
    depends on how i feel, they can be natural or acrylic.
    I have natural nails. I go to the nail salon about every two weeks for a regular manicure with color.
    No time to think about this between playing the piano and washing the dishes (absolutely impossible to keep nails long).So why bother? Saves me the time and hassle in my busy schedule :) Natural works for me and no plans for changing it.
    Natural.
    natural
    natural
    natural!
    Acrylic because I can't stop biting my own.
    Right now I have acrylic nails because prom just happened other than that I like natural
    Natural works best for me. I tried the acrylic ones before, but I found that they were just too... I don't know... unnatural? I found them uncomfortable and clumsy.
    Natural
    no
    I LOVE my acrylics!!!
    Definitely acrylic, April. LOL
    i have natural, they r cheaper too, :-D
    Natural...why pay $$$$ for something God gives you free.
    I HAVE ACRYLIC nals and i keep them very short and sqaured with round tips. They look natural and qute. I was lucky enough to find a good nail artist though I went through about forty to find one I liked so good luck on your search!

    What can I use to make a good natural homeopathic non-toxic nail polish remover?

    It's a bad nail job---botched my polishing on almost all nails. Grrr. Looks like my bottle of polish remover is MIA. I cannot utilize ';paint thinner'; or other such toxic items. I have mild COPD, a skin condition that would NOT take kindly to using ';strange'; products, plus hypersensitivity to fumes due to Fibromyalgia. Anybody has ANY ideas, I would greatly appreciate it--I need this off within a couple hours because I have appointments all day. **ARGH**!! By the way-- am OUT of alcohol, I **think**. Sighs. Ideas anybody??? What about lemon juice??? Vinegar was a no go. Help!What can I use to make a good natural homeopathic non-toxic nail polish remover?
    If you have clear nail polish, swipe a thick coat of that over a nail, then wipe it off with a cotton bud or tissue. It's not perfect, but it will remove most of it. Nail polish is a sort of enamel, and it won't come off with things like alcohol and vinegar, lemon juice, or other things of the sort. Use nail polish to dissolve it and wipe it off as best you can until you can get the non-acetone polish remover.What can I use to make a good natural homeopathic non-toxic nail polish remover?
    I think you meant ';natural'; remover.


    Homeopathic stuff is completely useless here.





    I'd just use acetone. The stuff is pretty much harmless as long as you don't light it on fire on swallow it. Technically it's not ';natural'; but it's also harmless and effective so who really cares?
    I don't know how you would make it but I have chemical sensitives (I also have fibro) also, here is a site that sales all kinds of chemical free nail products.





    www.greenfeet.com





    I haven't ordered any of it yet but it looks awesome.
    Nail polish remover is made from acetone. Anything that has acetone in it will work. Things like toner for photocopiers contain acetone.
    Alcohol and Glyserin....or just glyserin
    Go to the health food store they sell non-acetone remover you know!
    I don't have an answer but if you try photocopy toner please post a picture. lol!

    Is there a natural way of getting rid of yellow, brittle toe nails?

    I know this is a result of some kind of fungus. I can't afford to get the medication, and I hate to use medication before trying something natural first. Is there anything I could eat or apply that is natural to make my toe nails clear and healthy looking?Is there a natural way of getting rid of yellow, brittle toe nails?
    definitely you need to get rid of fungus!





    for me worked very well ZetaClear!


    It worked fast and still works for me!





    I do not know if any pharmacies carry ZetaClear but I do know that you should purchase it directly from the manufacturer and read more about the product here http://www.zetaclear.com/?aid=749165Is there a natural way of getting rid of yellow, brittle toe nails?
    http://www.healthy-skin-guide.com/how-to鈥?/a>
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  • Girls only -Do you keep you nails natural or Do you use fake ones?

    Both.





    When I get tired of my natural nails breaking and becoming all uneven, I do my gels.Girls only -Do you keep you nails natural or Do you use fake ones?
    natural.


    fake nails look good and all but they are a pain in the ***.


    i tare them off on my pants and doors and just random stuff.


    also if you leave fake nails on for too long they eat away at your actual nails, then you can nothing and it hurts !Girls only -Do you keep you nails natural or Do you use fake ones?
    natural. if i had fake ones my finger tips would be bleeding. i can't handle my nails at all. i bite them and rip them... i'm pretty bad with them... my friend has fake ones, and she can't open a soda can anymore. ha i laugh at her.
    Natural. Fake is nice on occasion. I've just seen too many girls ruin their nails with fake. Plus, they're so overplayed. Just keep your nails a healthy length and invest in a nail buffer. Gives it a good clean look.
    NATRUAL


    haha everything


    but my hair
    Natural.


    I had fake ones for prom.


    I liked them.


    Then they pissssed me off.


    And i tore them the hellll off :)
    fake ones a majority of the time. acrylic.
    natural
    Natural.


    But I bite them.
    My nails are all Natural :]


    I just painted them white today.


    fake nails are annoying and a pain.
    natural most of the time cause my nail are long but sometimes i wear the fake one too
    Natural but I bite them -_-
    NATURAL, I FEEL WEIRD WHEN I WEAR FAKE NAILS!
    well natural because they grow and dont break
    i use my real nails but i paint them all different colors.

    What natural techniques can I use to make my nails grow strong and just grow!?

    Someone told me to rub raw garlic on my nails but the smell makes me puke... Help please!What natural techniques can I use to make my nails grow strong and just grow!?
    Your not warding off vampires, you're trying to grow nails!





    Buy one of those seven way nail files (you can find them at just about any store that sells nail products).





    Every day, lightly and in one direction shape them with the fine grit part (usually it's the pink section on the file) then lightly smooth it with the buffing part (usually the green section).





    Once or twice a week, use every section (except the first two sections which feel like sandpaper and meant for artificial nails) to shape the ends of the nail and to lightly buff/shine the surface of the nail. Rub a little- not a lot just a little that's all you need- jojoba oil on each nail- you can get a bottle of jojoba from any health food store for about 5 dollars.





    This will maintain healthy bloodflow to your nails, causing them to grow. It will also help you avoid hangnails and make your nails look pretty.What natural techniques can I use to make my nails grow strong and just grow!?
    eat lots of Jell-O and drink lots of water. Also, make sure you file them a little each day to make sure they don't feather, split, crack, etc. which could cause weakness/breakage prematurely.
    you can pick up some clear nail polish that keeps your nails strong, and make sure on the bottle it says it helps them grow to, you could probably find some nail polish like this at walgreens or walmart or your salon if you want to get it there.


    hope that helps :)
    I haven' used this personally but there are vitamins out that are supposed to very good for strenghtening and helping your nails look healthier. It wouldn't hurt to ask the pharmasist.
    wow, they sure played a prank on you.


    you cant make your nails grow any more than you can make your own hair grow.
    you can buy this nail strengthening nail polish that works really well at like a drugstore
    Prenatal vitamins %26gt;D
    dont use your hands

    What can I do to my nails that makes them look nice but also natural?

    I dont want to get acryilic nails because they are to bulky for me. Is there anything other then the acrylic and tips I can have the nail salon do to make my nails look like more then just a manicure?What can I do to my nails that makes them look nice but also natural?
    hey mate, you can get thin natural looking arcrillics at good salons but they can charge you through the nose! or you can ask them to make them as thin as possible, but with arcrillics they will usually damage the nail and it can take a long time to repair it's self or grow out. the best option is to have nail hardning nail varnish for the base coat, this is not just a nail polish, it actually enters the nail and kind of adds extra fibers making the nail stronger and slightly (but not visibly) thicker, secondly make sure you regularly file your nails, about once a week unless one is damaged it should be filed right away to prevent further damage and breakage. thirdly to make your nails look nice and natural i strongly recommend french tips, this is done by applying a light, transparent, peach (skin coloured) tone for the first nail varnish, add a second coat, next you'll need a kind of sticker you can buy from any make-up store or department, this will out line where you will paint the tip of your nail white, also apply a second coat of this, make sure the nail polish is completely dry before removing the 'stickers', once this is done add a final coat of a shiny top coat varnish (clear). you should do this every 3 to 4 days or when needed. you may just wish to add another top coat after a couple of days.What can I do to my nails that makes them look nice but also natural?
    Take good care of your natural nails. File them lightly on a regular basis, this stops splits. Paint the entire nail a pale pink. Let dry and paint the very tips a white stripe just at the tip, like a natural nail would look. Let dry and coat with clear. My wife makes me do this for her all the time. I won't say whatI make her do!..............kidding honey.
    top and bottom caot clear and in the middle u7se skin colour nail polish.
    I agree with Justin, it's better than all the chemical garbage. I used to get acrylic all the time I quit about 4 months ago and my nails are STILL recovering. :(
    ask them to do a french manicure--They just paint on the white tips. I use Sally Hansen french tip manicure set. It's awesome! It comes with a pen that has the white polish in it, it's super easy to work with. I use it on my toes, and most think I've had them professionally done!
    You Can File them, paint them, go get a manicure/have them treated, or in a beauty supply store, you can get a special kind of nail polish, that treats your nails. I suggest Ulta.
    I've read in a magazine before that Julia Roberts dips her nails in olive oil. You could try that, it makes the nails healthier. Just apply clear nail polish after filing, much nail polish can make them look darker or grayish.
    well u should just paint them a good color by yourself and they will look fine
    I have never been able to grow nails! then about 2 years ago i took 60 (a whole bottle) of Hair Skin and nail vitamins,you took 1 day for 60 days. I swear my nails have been long ever since.I still have to have them manicured but try it. they were about 10.00.
    french tip. it's fake acrylics and it looks prettier and more natural. I hate acrylics....they look like claws.....





    ( just ask them to paint it to look natural if they don't know what french tip is). GOOD LUCK !
    just shape your nails and put on a clear coat. It makes them look clean and neat
    Fake nails

    Do your fingertips stay warmer in cold weather longer when you have acrylic/gel nails or natural nails?

    Wtf?Do your fingertips stay warmer in cold weather longer when you have acrylic/gel nails or natural nails?
    interesting, well they will not be warmer with product on them and in fact


    the product will be more brittle in the cold.





    wear gloves and use your cuticle every day


    Tickled Pink %26amp; Grey,





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    Entity Advantage Founding Member # 58923Do your fingertips stay warmer in cold weather longer when you have acrylic/gel nails or natural nails?
    Ummm, no. I've never heard of such a thing, lol. Bored? Me too...

    Do you like french manicures on natural nails?

    Like on nails about this length





    http://www.webdesign.org/img_articles/13鈥?/a>Do you like french manicures on natural nails?
    Yeah I love frech manicures, they always look nice ! But they look bad if the nail varnish starts to chip !








    XxxXDo you like french manicures on natural nails?
    sure. french manicures will always look nice, classic, and sophisticated.
    yea. mine are that length (maybe a little shorter) and i like how it looks
    Yes

    I have had nails on for over a week, and scared silly. One of my natural nails has gone green. HELP?

    I would go and have a manicurist remove them. It might be some sort of infection. If you don't want to go to a Salon to have them removed you can do it yourself .....





    Things You鈥檒l Need:





    * Plastic garbage bag


    * Acetone polish remover


    * Petroleum jelly


    * Nail buffer


    * Nail clippers


    * Glass bowl





    Step 1:


    Find a good work area where you can sit down and be comfortable. A kitchen table works perfectly for this. Be sure to cover the surface of your table with a plastic garbage bags and a thick layer of newspaper to soak up spills and prevent damage to your table鈥檚 surface.





    Step 2:


    Get all your supplies ready at hand. You don鈥檛 want to be hunting for them mid nail removal. Have them all spread out in front of you on the table.





    Step 3:


    Using a pair of nail clippers, cut the acrylic nails down as short as possible to make the removal easier.





    Step 4:


    Fill a glass bowl with nail polish remover (the type with acetone in it). This will be used to soak your nails in and dissolve the nail glue which attached your acrylic nails to your natural ones.





    Step 5:


    Before dunking your nails apply a coating of petroleum jelly to the skin surrounding your nails. This will help prevent the skin from drying out while soaking in the polish remover. Just be sure you don鈥檛 get any on the nail or it will block the polish remover from loosening the glue.





    Step 6:


    Dip your fingers into the bowl of nail polish remover and continue to soak them for 15-20 minutes.





    Step 7:


    Remove your hands and try to gently peel the acrylic nails off. If you are met with resistance and any or all of the acrylic nails do not easily peel off, submerge your fingers in the polish remover again and soak for another five minutes. Never force a nail to come off if it鈥檚 not ready.





    Step 8:


    After re-soaking you should be able to remove any stubborn acrylic nails and will now be left with only your natural nails.





    Step 9:


    Thoroughly was your hands in order to remove any polish remover residue and the petroleum jelly.





    Step 10:


    If any of the nail glue remains on your nails, simply buff this off with a nail buffer. Be gentle and use a light touch to avoid damaging your natural nails.





    Step 11:


    Apply a moisturizing hand cream to your hands and massage in well. This will help replace any lost moisture from the acetone polish remover.








    Hope this helps you out ~~~


    Wish you the best ~~~I have had nails on for over a week, and scared silly. One of my natural nails has gone green. HELP?
    Well if you have only had them on for a week Id make sure its not some type of food or something and if not you want to remove the nail and use an anti-fungal medicine that you can buy at the beauty stores. It comes in a bottle similar to nail polish. Keep the nail off until the color goes back to normal. Its not a big deal so don't stress out about it to much!!I have had nails on for over a week, and scared silly. One of my natural nails has gone green. HELP?
    First check whether or not it is dyed somehow - food, drink, gardening all that sort of stuff. It will depend on what type of nail you have had put on. If they're acrylic, they will be able to soak off the false nail. If they're gel, then the only way to get it off will be to file it down to your natural nail. BE CAREFUL not to file you're own nail when doing this.


    It could be unsterilised tools, reaction to the glue, colour in the topcoat etc. Either way, go back to the place that did the nails and get them to fix it. They should not charge you as it is a fault in the nail (if it's not dyed somehow), but again be careful they don't file too much of your nailbed, or you will have very soft nail for a while.
    fake nails?





    if so i had kinda the same problem, what you need to do is go back to the place you had them done or go somewhere where they do fake nails and get some strong solution to soak your fingers in, this should dissolve the nails right off





    if the natural nail gets much worse i would go see a doctor
    they prolly used unsterilized tools and its a fungus its not good at all. i seen on the news someone who had to get thier finger amputated, becasue of a nail fungun u need to get it checked out pronto@
    You have a nail fungus that can be cured but not easily. You must remove the fake nails by a professional and then they will probably want to sell you some nail fungus medicine. Most of them take forever to heal and are not very effective. If you will go to google and type in nail fungus and go to the Mayo Clinic site it will tell you all about what is happening to your finger. They will suggest that you see a Doctor...please do!
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  • Organic and all natural Mommy's to be..do you use nail polish?

    my former doctor told me it was fine but i don't go to them anymore because i didn't feel safe so im not going to listen to them on this lol. i know there are some safe for the environment types but is it still safe for baby. and then remover is that safe?





    im probably not going to use it anyway but i was just wondering how others feel about it. thanks!Organic and all natural Mommy's to be..do you use nail polish?
    Three-free polishes are completely safe because they don't have the chemicals like dbp, toulene, and formaldehyde that are harmful for the baby. Brands without these chemicals include OPI, Revlon, China Glaze, Essie, Maybelline, and Lippmann, among many other in the link below.





    Here are some guides to healthier polish and the harmful chemicals that are not in them:


    http://www.alllacqueredup.com/2008/04/go鈥?/a>


    http://www.alllacqueredup.com/2007/05/bi鈥?/a>





    I'm not sure about nail polisher remover, but I'm sure that there are some eco- and baby-friendly types out there.





    As for non three-free polishes that are safe, I suppose that they're okay for the baby, especially if your doctor told you so, but not the best. I'd go ahead with three-free polishes just in case, because it's better to be safe.





    Hope that helps! Congratulations btw. :)Organic and all natural Mommy's to be..do you use nail polish?
    I am not sure about the remover, but it's certainly not gonna cause major damage unless you work at a nail salon. I would suggest holding back on the manis and the pedis while you are pregnant unless some one you know or a nice (super clean) place does it because you can get a very dangerous infection from tools that are not cleaned properly ( a common practice in many salons.) You can get some good nail polish at target that is earth friendly but I would stick to a light shade. Being a mom I know that no polish lasts long enough to still look good when you finally get the chance to redo it.











    PS if you do decide to do a home pedi get a pedi egg. They are inexpensive (like 8 bucks) and do an awesome job.
    i think its ok while i was pregnant.. i died my hair 2 or 3 times and did my nails at the salon every 2 or 3 weeks the whole time my daughter was in the over lol........... so yes don't worry about it

    How can I make fake nails Look Natural?

    keep them short and oiled every day!!!!!!!!!!!How can I make fake nails Look Natural?
    i think instead of wearing fake nails, you should grow out your natural nails, because nothing can look natural than your own natural nails. So drink or eat a lot of protien because it helps with the nail growth. And also sun helps nails grow because of the vitamin D, that is why nails grow more in the summer.How can I make fake nails Look Natural?
    Well I would try French manicure.
    Can't, grow your own!
    grow your own!
    keep them short!

    Do you prefer natural nails or acrylic/gel nails?

    Why?Do you prefer natural nails or acrylic/gel nails?
    natural for myself, but acrylic/gel nails do look nice. I don't like all the freaky art on them sometimes, and too long is kinda gross.Do you prefer natural nails or acrylic/gel nails?
    well ive been wearing acrylic nails for 7 years and im only 21 i think they look more professional and it makes it look like your a clean person that takes care of them selves ..plus men love it when you scratch there back with... but i am a bit curious that other people have to say about it lol
    I prefer clean nails. It doesnt really matter if they are fake or real. (its not like its boobs or anything)


    I gotta say, I cant stand it when people put too many decorations on their nails. Looks tacky.


    French manicure is the way to go. ;]
    I like acrylic cause they last longer on me, but everyone is different, gel nails look nice but I have found they start lifting after two days or so.whn i have real nail I brake them.
    Natural nails are best, because when acrylics are removed the natural nail is thin and broken.
    I prefer acrylic/gel nails personally because i have short nails and they look real and there nice and last long
    Short and natural.

    Will a UV topcoat and gel light dryer help keep polish on longer for natural nails ?

    No, it just helps it to dry faster. The only way I found to get polish to last long is to use a Bonding agent such as Opi's Chip Skip or Bond Aid. These products remove exess oil on nail plate. Then use base coat, two layers of polish, and then a top coat.


    Or you can get artificial nails. The polish lasts the longest on them.Will a UV topcoat and gel light dryer help keep polish on longer for natural nails ?
    I think so it always works @ the salons longer than when I do it myself the regular way!

    How long do my natural fingernails have to be to get acrylic nails?

    I just recently stopped biting my nails because i want to get acrylic ones. I was wondering if anyone knows how long my nails have to be for the manicurist to glue the acrylic ones to my natural ones.How long do my natural fingernails have to be to get acrylic nails?
    not very long at all actually...How long do my natural fingernails have to be to get acrylic nails?
    Since the acrylic is going to cover your natural nails, it doesn't matter. Just as long as their not chewed down the the nubs...then you might have an issue with the glue sticking to your skin.
    any length....actually the white part of the nail doesn't even have to show. So, depending on how far you bite your nails, you can still bite them on the way to the shop :-)
    i wouldnt recomend acrylica because they really ruin your nails
    any length.
    My wife bites her nails and occasionally gets fake ones to stop the chewing (temporarily). Some of her nails are maybe 5-6 mm and they still glue on and stay till my wife chews them off.
    get gels =D





    gels are heaps better then acrylic.. n they look more natural too!!!
    they dont have to be that long but we really would like it if they were at least to the tip of your finger for a good adhension

    Pink & White Acrylics or Natural Nails with polish?

    I am getting my nails done today %26amp; am trying to decide whether to keep my natural nails %26amp; just have them polished or get pink %26amp; white acrylics. I love the look of both. When I try to look at what the trend is, I don't see anyone in the ';media'; with pink %26amp; white acrylics - is this too much of a ';fake'; look? But I do see a large amount of ';everyday'; women with the pink %26amp; whites when I am out %26amp; about. (I live in L.A., just fyi.)Pink %26amp; White Acrylics or Natural Nails with polish?
    I live in LA too. I suggest you keep your natural nails. If they are in good shape, then why put acrylic on them. It's pointless. Plus, when you get a great manicure and the polish looks good, people will always compliment you. No one is going to say ';hey great acrylics';. I have long natural nails and get regular manicures and keep my polish impecable (i'm a perfectionist) and I always get compliments. Stick your own beautiful nails :)Pink %26amp; White Acrylics or Natural Nails with polish?
    natural. acrylics look fake, trashy, and also DESTROY your nails. they rip off several layers of the nail and it takes forever for your natural nail to grow back to its normal state.
    natural nails polished, definitely. yes i think it is too much of a fake look, fake nails remind me of like pam anderson, and i doubt you want to be like her..
    Haha my names Stephanie too. I just got mine with the pink and white acrylic and it looks good. You should try it. Just get them short. It really is long, but not freaky long. Hope this helps!:)
    Don't go with what other people wear. Do what you want. Why don't you have them do a french manicure with your natural nails?
    i always prefer natural nails with polish
    i would just paint them. acrylics r a pain!


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  • False nails and damaged natural ones?

    I just bought some false nails, and on the back of the pack it says not to use on damaged nails a couple of my nails have got a little bit of the top layer that has peeled off. Are these still safe to use?False nails and damaged natural ones?
    best and safest bet is to protect your already damaged nails with a hardener and/or a professional base coat before applying artificial nails.False nails and damaged natural ones?
    I don't think so.
    sure i do!

    I need a natural herb for fungus in toe nail?

    Onychomycosis takes a long time to heal. Some natural things that help are tea tree oil, Vicks vapo rub, eucalyptus oil.... remember put it on EVERY night and remember it takes a long time, 6 months or more.I need a natural herb for fungus in toe nail?
    Dont know of one, but a Rx Sporanox is the best, by far. Consult your DermatologistI need a natural herb for fungus in toe nail?
    Sounds like you might have been to a foot doctor, who said to soak your foot in the common sudsy whirlpool in his office for all patients. Don't you do it. You can pick up a nail fungus like that.


    Ask your family doctor for a prescription for nail fungus. You sometimes have to take the prescription for a good three months, but it will correct the fungus. I do not believe a natural herb is strong enough to help
    Vicks Vaporub works on most nail infections because of the THYMOL it contains


    Sounds weird, but it works.
    neem oil and or tea works also, and much faster than tea tree oil or vapor rub, which btw, do work with enough time.
    Tea Tree Oil works best.

    Is it natural for dogs to bite there nails and trim them thereselfs?

    he have never took are dog to get his nails cliped! want to know why? well because he is so weird he trims them him self! he does this thing where he bite the tip of his nail. its weird and grose. sometimes we find little peices of his nail laying on the ground! yuckieeeeeee! is this even natural! plus our dog is scared of everything and people mistake our dog for a girl! HES A BOY! AND HE IS 5 YEARS OLD AND STILL CHEWS STUFF UP!Is it natural for dogs to bite there nails and trim them thereselfs?
    My dog always keeps his nails short. I used to have to clip them all the time, and he hated it. I think he just learned that he could do it himself, and save both of us the hassle. I haven't clipped his nails since he was 3 months old, and he's now almost 2 1/2!Is it natural for dogs to bite there nails and trim them thereselfs?
    My roomie's dog bites his own nails, but they still need to be trimmed. So make sure he is doing a good enough job, you may have to ';touch them up';. My cats also do this.
    Wow, I've never heard of this. I wish my dogs would do this, it costs me $32 every few months for the vet to clip their nails. Interesting, but sorry I don't know if that is normal or not.
    HELL NO YOUR DOG IS ON CRACK IF HE DOS THAT
    A couple of my dogs chew on their nails quite often. They never seem to be able to make them shorter, though. I wish they would because they HATE having their nails clipped.
    not at all
    sounds like my dog i think that stuff is normal


    answer this


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    well i don't think that's good your dog seams to be nervous you should try to talk to a vet about it. and u should try to teach it not to bite its nails it cold hurt its nail beds. try getting no chew spray and spray its nails.

    Whats a safe and natural way to make nails grow faster?

    take some gelatin pills ( =Whats a safe and natural way to make nails grow faster?
    I've heard something about putting your finger tips in lemon juice or lime juice..Whats a safe and natural way to make nails grow faster?
    Well now- you may think that an answer from a grown man is an odd thing. But this one is a professional classical guitarist. We actually use our nails to pluck the strings in the right hand. They're crucial to the sound. When they break it's a real pain.


    The BEST product out there- which I recommend to my students and which all universally report back to me as really WORKING is Mane and Tail Hoofmaker. Yep- they use it on horse's hooves. It's there in most chain drugstores.


    It absolutely works for me.
    Try taking Biotin.. You can find it at your local Retail store like Target or a Vitamin Store. My Hair Stylist reccomended it and it works.. Helps the hair grow too.
    try someone vitamins from GNC that are for you skin, hair %26amp;%26amp; nails, they make them grow fasts %26amp;%26amp; keep them strong..

    Nails ; How to whiten natural nails?

    Recently i have been growing my nails and i remember why i never grow them because my nails seem discoloured when i grow them, they are never clear just a very light yellow, how can i whiten them? my diet is balanced so im not sure its lack of calcium but will that help?





    thankyou!





    xNails ; How to whiten natural nails?
    sally hansen whitnerNails ; How to whiten natural nails?
    Hey, you should get the four sided nail buffer in Body Shop - it's really good for buffing and shining nails - your nails will look just like they've been varished, give it a try - you'll love it! Also get some nail/cuticle oil.
    their made of protein not calcium, eat lots of protein and they will be healthier and whiter, also you might have fungus under there if they are yellow so you should check that out.
    sally hansen

    Natural remedy for toe-nail fungus?

    All the medicines have bad side effects......Natural remedy for toe-nail fungus?
    you definitely need to get rid of fungus!





    for me worked very well ZetaClear! I think it is the fastest way to get rid of fungus! Nail fungus is tough to treat. The extracts in Zetaclear provide the most powerful therapeutic effect for healthy looking nails.





    Obviously, you can't spray herbicide on your feet or hands! The next best thing is Zetaclear. It's made from all-natural homeopathic ingredients. This product works time after time and results are guaranteed. This extra strength solution is designed to be as aggressive and strong as possible, without causing irritation.





    It worked fast and still works for me!





    I do not know if any pharmacies carry ZetaClear but I do know that you should purchase it directly from the manufacturer and read more about the product here http://www.zetaclear.com/?aid=749165Natural remedy for toe-nail fungus?
    The only natural remedy I've heard of, is the twice daily application of Tea Tree Oil, which may be purchased (without a prescription) at most pharmacies and natural food or health stores. Try looking in the aisle that has foot remedies, and if you are unable to find it, just ask one of the pharmacy employees or the pharmacist. Apply the oil to the infected area after bathing in the morning and before retiring at night. If you work out or engage in sports, be sure to protect your feet from reinfection by wearing slippers (your own - not ones provided by the gym) while walking throughout the locker room and while showering, then apply Tea Tree Oil to the infected area immediately after you shower.





    A regular spray of diluted Tea Tree Oil is also said to aid in the prevention of contracting fungal infections, but there are no guarantees, and its use is not endorsed by the FDA.





    Be patient. It usually takes several months to rid the infection. Once the fungal infection has subsided, add gelatin to your diet, in order to strengthen your toenails (and finger nails), so they might repair faster.





    Best of luck!
    It is best tackled from within as external treatments often fail if the fungus has spread to most toes. If it is isolated to only one or two toes you could try one of those paints you can pick up at a pharmacy or get on prescription from your doctor.





    Yes you are right there are treatments that are systemic [geared at the whole body] and they are in the form of a pill and your liver has to be monitored as they may cause damage to the liver. You could alternatively as a systemic treatment try olive leaf extract.





    Further reading:


    http://www.microscopiccolitis.org/articl…





    It is quite expensive so shop around for a good deal if you are interested.





    The only known side-effect is supposed to be the possibility of a an allergic response caused by the rapid die-off of fungi that release toxins which may temporarily cause a brief allergic reaction that may occur over several days..[ref: link below] You would need to look out for symptoms and see your doctor asap if they made you unwell. In fact it is best to take them under consultation with your doctor so he or she can monitor you, including whether the treatment is working or not.





    This website offers a testimonial from one who have taken olive leaf extract for toe nail fungus:


    http://www.seagateproducts.com/olive-lea…


    But it is not a UK website. I would shop around the Internet for good deal but make sure you look for a reputable brand that is preferably standardised and of the strength 500mg or thereabouts. You may need to take 2-3 capsules a day for several months.
    Yes, i agree that Tea Tree Oil may help although it doesn't always work. Pure Lavender Oil may also help.


    Another good natural anti-fungal is Coconut Oil. The Lauric acid fights all types of infections, especially fungal.





    Best of luck :-)
    I was watching Dr. Oz on Oprah the other day, and a lady had a bad toe-nail fungus and fungus around the nail. He told her to soak her feet in vinegar and/or to use tea tree oil.
    Nothing was working for me until I started taking Acai supplement. I also used the oil from a Vitamin E capsule to help clear it up.
    Vick's Vapor rub. It takes about 2 weeks. Rub it on the fungus a couple times a day.
    Maybe rubbing some tea tree oil on your toes with a cotton swab at night will help.
    tea tree oil around the nail, I even heard a Listerine bath
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  • Would you rather have fake or natural nails?

    for me its gotta be natural nails all the wayWould you rather have fake or natural nails?
    NATURAL!


    they need to rip up your nail beds for fake ones. ouch.


    anyways, i love my nails.Would you rather have fake or natural nails?
    well i dont wear fake nails cause i love my nails. but some of my friends do wear fake nails and they all hate the way it leaves there nails afterwoods and i have to agree with them



    Natural. Am sure everyone would. For them to have the good look of fake nails, but to have them for there own will be even better.
    Natural. Fake nails are tacky and look trashy in my opinion. They're also unsanitary.
    Natural.
    Natural. I have the worst luck with fake nails, and everyone can tell when they're fake.
    Natural, fakes are bad for the nails.

    What is a good nail polish clolour is natural colous, colours bright colours...???

    A good allround colour for formal normal and beach styles.What is a good nail polish clolour is natural colous, colours bright colours...???
    I like natural colors.What is a good nail polish clolour is natural colous, colours bright colours...???
    it all depends on your skin color. go to a beauty supply store, one with maybe OPI products (i prefer their color choices) and put the color against the inside of your arm and see if the color washes you out or makes you glow. if it washes you out, don't bother. also OPI's light pinks and reds are really in right now and they go with just about anything!
    it depends on the clothes although i nice pink or light pearl color would look nice!!!
    I love Brown Choclate amd other bright color....But all depends upon ur Color also...if u are white with good height then its makes u something special.......

    Are natural nails or artifical nails sexier?

    Natural, I believe.


    I find that natural is 9 times out of 10 the way to go.


    It's sexier and more true to who you are.Are natural nails or artifical nails sexier?
    Natural. I think artificial nails make people look too high-strung, and beyond that, if you can take care of your natural nails they can look great, and you won't feel like a dork fumbling around for the first day as you've put on fake nails that impede your hand function.Are natural nails or artifical nails sexier?
    Fake nails look...fake. I do like them but I rarely get them because they always damage my real nails and it takes forever for them to heal.





    My husband is a very natural kind of guy and doesn't like anything fake so I keep my nails real and just get manicures.
    from my expierence, I think both. I have very long nail beds so my nails look natural and pretty. but every now and then i feel sexier myself with artificial nails, I say it makes me feel more womanly. haha
    Natural nails. artificial nails require maintenance. and if you get delayed on that they tend to look tramp-y. hehe. It's the same with natural nails but they're easier to maintain.
    Clean, manicured, and varnished nails are beautiful to look at. But we fellows really do not care much, either way. As long as they are clean.
    i dont like fakes. they just look trashy.


    i like natural nails, but painted in a really bright, glossy colour.
    Fake nails may look nicer but the damage of removing and redoing it.. your real nails ugh so disgusting. Natural long nails are sexier by far!
    Natural, clean and well cut nails are sexier to me...


    hate artificial or long nails and hate painted nails too!


    And people who bite their nails.. thats the Worst!
    Natural.I don't really care for nail polish,except for the clear strengthening kind,but I do think a french manicure on natural fingernails Is really pretty.
    Artificial are so much sexier.
    Natural is always best.





    I think fake nails just look really stupid

    Thursday, January 21, 2010

    I am letting my natural nails grow out after having acrylic, how do I keep polish from chipping off.?

    if your natural nails are very damaged..... first buff your nails so that you get all the ridges out then use a nail hardener and top coat.....that should help.....you need to wait until the damaged nail fully grows out....then things will get back to normal....I am letting my natural nails grow out after having acrylic, how do I keep polish from chipping off.?
    Try a good clear coat. Nail Fitness is the best one I've used. It's not super-glossy and leaves your nails with a nice natural sheen. My manicurist also recommends massaging in a good cuticle cream a few times a day, plus cuticle oil.I am letting my natural nails grow out after having acrylic, how do I keep polish from chipping off.?
    use a base coat before you polish
    When I did that, I just kept applying Nailtek or Nailtiques - two thin coats a day to protect the nail surface. I also drank one envelope of Knox for Nails each day for two months. The sensitivity was the problem plus they were now so thin. I believe the KNox helped the new growth to be stronger. Good luck!
    Good quality base coat, followed by two thin coats of the colour, then a good quality top coat.
    STOP USING POLISH. Leave your nails alone for a while. A simple manicure at home is all you need to do. It should take several months before you see your own, natural healthy nails return.
    You can still go get a manicure and ask them to let you sit under the gel light. Otherwise, just keep your bottle with you. There's a product called ';Out the Door'; that helps somewhat but it's gonna be NOTHING like it was with the acrylics. You'll need lots more touchups. Consider buying yourself a gel light... it's worth it if you like your manicure to stay right. . . without a thousand touchups.
    ah, nails after acrylic is brutal! it took forever for me to get healthy nails back...but keeping nail polish on is a lot harder with natural nails because of the oil on them, ur best bet is to a base and top coat of clear with whatever color u chose between, any more layers than that is unecessary and will cause easier chipping, just be careful of what tasks you do that could damage your nails and you'll be fine, best of luck......





    -Calli
    2 products i like and are fairly inexpensive are the mary kay base/top coat and the sally hansen products.
    Put a clear coat on each day. Trust me it works!

    What is the best natural way to strengthen nails: using creams with keratin, drinking gelatin, calcium pills?

    My wife has paper thin nails... always has. To take care of this she gets her nails done about once a month [acrylic ones - french tips - etc.]. This and with supplements [calcium, iron, multi] she now has some decent nails. She still gets the ';fake'; ones put on tho, because they don't ';tear'; and cause pain. She just learned to live with 'em....What is the best natural way to strengthen nails: using creams with keratin, drinking gelatin, calcium pills?
    Massage a little Vitamin E oil into them every night. Simple but effective.What is the best natural way to strengthen nails: using creams with keratin, drinking gelatin, calcium pills?
    All of the above.
    Vitamin E ^_^





    also, i ordered a product called Strong Results from Avon and it did wonders for my nails...
    Keratin won't be readily completely absorbed through your nail.They're similar to skin cells but don't have exactly the same membranous quality.Gelatin is helpful because it can be converted into collagen and keratin.


    Honestly eating things like chicken skin on occasion in addition to gelatin is far more helpful.There's much more collagen in skin.


    Supplementation of calcium won't be that helpful but Biotin and B complex will help both hair and nails.I know I'm a guy but I know alot about nutrition.
    Calcium
    I just asked this question and someone said BIOTIN. I've heard it works as well. Honestly applying stuff or soaking your nails in anything really doesnt help. You have to go down to the root of the problem -- the body and nourish it.





    you can buy it at drugstore.com


    here is the link


    http://www.drugstore.com/qxp80758_332828鈥?/a>
    I'd say calcium pills because that's what our nails are made up. Like when you get those white lines on your finger nails which means that you don't have that much calcium or that you need more calcium.

    GUYS... do you perfer women who paint their natural nails or get fake nails put on?

    just wondering what you men really like





    natural or fakeGUYS... do you perfer women who paint their natural nails or get fake nails put on?
    todo de natural.





    Natural. Women should be more aware of their inherent beauty. You females don't need anything artificial to be attractive.GUYS... do you perfer women who paint their natural nails or get fake nails put on?
    I prerfer natual nails that aren't too long... but fake nails are okay if they are short... I think long nails are gross...





    As far as nail polish, any color, or none is fine.





    I absolutely love a girl with long fingers and really long hands...especially if she is petite!!!





    What do your hands look like :)
    Ok i am not a guy...BUT...from what i have experienced is that guys really do not care about our fingernails. All they want is for us to have feminine hands with nails that are good for scratching their backs
    Ugh, who likes fake nails? Seems like those are one of those things that (like purses and shoes) women do to impress each other, rather than men.
    thruthfully...





    us guys arnt bothered WATSOEVER! about nails! as long as they are clean and they are the same length!
    Nails are one of many things I never think about. Unless they are dirty or the length of a python.
    Who Cares ??? The question you should be asking is do you like real boobs or fake boobs
    neither


    just leave them alone, same with makeup not a fan
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  • Anyone know of any natural solutions for strengthening nails?

    eat jelloAnyone know of any natural solutions for strengthening nails?
    drinking and eating stuff with calcium and protein in like fish and milk(dairy),as they make your bones strong and healthy and it will also help your nails to be stronger





    also u can get stuff for nails like if u go in tesco on the beauty aisle theres this stuff called sally hensen or hansen and i got it it strengthens ur nails u jus put a lil bit of cream on each nail and rub it in with a brush.





    smoking will make ur nails brittle and yellow


    xxAnyone know of any natural solutions for strengthening nails?
    Yes eat tons of veggies and drink spring watch for extra vitamins and minerals, and this will also help with weight lost








    FRESH veggies not frozen
    take vitamins.

    What is a natural way to make hair and nails grow quicker?

    id like to know, also how do you make your hair healthier, i dont use my hot tools any more because it just fries it, but how do you fix it?What is a natural way to make hair and nails grow quicker?
    For nails:





    I soak my nails in warm water with drops of oil, normal cooking oil. I used to put sea salt - even better.





    For hair:





    I used almond oil for my hair. I was younger, haven't done it for a long time. I don't remember clearly but you can read instructions on the box. It's great for your hair.





    Hope I helped :)What is a natural way to make hair and nails grow quicker?
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    your nails and your hair grow on their own... so there's not as many ways to help you there. if your hair feels fried than you should stop using those hot tools for a few days and just keep your hair up. take a long shower to moisturize your hair with Herbal Essences Moisturize (blue bottle).
    As a certified nail technician, there is no way to make your nails grow faster. It takes an average person 6 months for a nail to grow from nail bed to tip. Using cuticle oil daily will help with the appearance of your nails.
    proteins is all i can say


    protein protein protein!
    prenatal vitamins and a hot oil treatment.

    What could it be? My natural nails are lifting.?

    2 of my finger nails on my right hand are lifting. They're extremely dry and bleed very easily. I have a doctors appointment, but curious if anyone has any ideas what it could be. It's very painful, and hard to use my fingers.What could it be? My natural nails are lifting.?
    maybe your to rough with them....

    Natural remedies for strengthening finger nails?

    I'm searching for some natural remedies for strengthening my finger nails. I've tried the fingernail polish that you apply daily and I HATE it!! It smells awful (even stronger than regular nail polish) and as soon as I put it on, the next day it's chipping off! It seems to be making the problem worse! I have no problem growing my nails, they actually grow VERY long. But they chip on the tips and they are thin. I'm wondering what natural remedies some of you might have tried that have worked well. Please, do tell!!! :)Natural remedies for strengthening finger nails?
    Unflavored gelatin. Similar to Jello.


    Eat it daily.





    Keep hands moist with a good lotion.





    Use Sally Hansens Hard as Nails.





    it works for me.Natural remedies for strengthening finger nails?
    Its to do with what you eat and drink. Increase your intake of water and eat raw baby carrot, cucumbers, and eat more eggs cooked anyway. Also you can soak your nails in a mixture of milk and raw eggs. that should help.
    I heard that certain oils helps you to have strong nails, my classmate from India told me this. She rubs oil on here nails and they are long and strong.

    What's a good natural remedy for splitting nails?

    My hand nails are breaking into several layers, they actually look like pieces of layer cake at the moment...and dirt getting stuck between the layers is irremovable! What natural remedy is there for it?


    Please don't give me product brand names, 'cause I'm not in the states for the moment.


    Also, will covering them with nail varnish help or worsen the breakage?





    Thank you for any info!!!What's a good natural remedy for splitting nails?
    It always helps to keep a top coat on your nails. If you cant keep them clean, You might want to cut them and start over. Use hand cream often. It will moisturize your nails also. I think they could be splitting because of dryness. Good luck.What's a good natural remedy for splitting nails?
    If you have a nail buffer, use that to buff away the layers, and smooth out your nails surface.





    If you have access to nail hardener, or nail oil, use that to strengthen your nails.





    After buffing your nails, you have a new surface to start with. That's when you would need to use the nail hardener to strengthen the newly buffed nails.

    Toe nail fugus? any natural cures out there?

    Saturate the affected toenail with vinegar, twice a day, for two weeks. The fungus should clear up by then. Just be patient.Toe nail fugus? any natural cures out there?
    can it help you


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    Toe nail fungus is very stubborn problem. its sure cure is in homeopathy. If want to try there is a homeopathy advice service who send prescriptions on line. Forgetting their web but you can email at :nic1611@yahoo.com, it is group of homeopathic doctors


    who reply and cure old persistent medical problems. hope it will help you.
    Maybe an essential oil such as grapefruit oil would work?
    If your fungus isn't that bad, you can use tea tree oil. You need to drop it between the toe and skin and then on the sides of your toenail to penetrate the total nail. But, you HAVE to use it a few times a day and be really good about remembering to do it. There are also a few anti fungus oil treatments on the health food stores (located on the same isle as shampoos) If it is kind of bad, go get some Dr G's clear nail at your pedicure spa (or call first). Worst case scenario is you lose the nail, a nail tech puts on a fake one until the new nail grows under it.
    baby powder get rid of that
    Soak your feet in tea tree oil. This will kill the fungus
    Use Vicks on your toes before bed and carefully put socks on afterward. It is a slow process, could be a couple months and you have to be consistent. This is very simple, yet effective. It has worked on 5 out of 5 people for me so far.
    Tea tree lotion can clear up toe nail fungus temporarily. But toe nail fungus usually comes from a yeast overgrowth from the intestines, so no topical treatment will clear it up permanently. You'll be battling it for a long long time.





    To stop it at the source while you fight it locally, a combination of olive leaf extract, PB-8 (an excellent probiotic found in health food stores) and glutamine could have clear up the problem for good.





    I'd take the olive leaf for 3 months, the PB-8 for life, and the glutamine for 2 months (5 grams 2x a day.)





    The best to you.





    Kelley
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  • I'd like to find a place to get the OPI Axxiom gel polish over natural nails in the Denver area?

    Go to your local manicure salon. They will probably let you buy one of their new bottles.

    Other thank vics or vinigar, I've tried, is there a natural home remedy cure for nail fungus?

    Vicks Vapor Rub, though I've heard it can take a while to work.Other thank vics or vinigar, I've tried, is there a natural home remedy cure for nail fungus?
    There are over-the-counter meds. in the pharmacy. Look in the DR. Scholls section or ask your pharmacist. Try using white iodine. The pharmacist usually has it under his counter.





    Make sure that you keep all acrylics and gels off that nail until it clears up.





    Whatever product you use, keep in mind that you have to use it 1 or 2 times a day, at least, for a couple of months or more. Most people get discouraged and quit before they clear it up. Just have patience and use it for a loooonnnnggg time. It WILL clear up! Good luck!Other thank vics or vinigar, I've tried, is there a natural home remedy cure for nail fungus?
    Dr. Gott in the newspaer publications suggested Listerine for nail fungus. Daily soaks and it's suppose to go away in time. Also teatreee oil is really good for fungus, cuts, and insect bites.
    The oldest natural remedy for fungus is piss on it! Yes urinating on your toes or fingers will kill the fungus!
    My father soaks his feet in scope mouth wash. And it worked believe it or not


    . And he reuses the scope day after day.... On his feet...Not his mouth. The doctor couldn't believe it but his nail fungus was gone in 8 weeks he soaked his feet 15 minutes just about every night and it worked
    JUST GO TO YOUR CHEMIST AND GET SOME CREAM ....VICS...MOUTHWASH....I BET THE NAIL FUNGUS CREAM IS CHEAPER THAN BOTH OF THEM

    What are natural ways to make your nails stronger?

    my nails kinda grow long.. but they are sooo thin and they bend and brake like paper. is there any ways to make my nails stronger and grow fast. like i herd about garlic but idk how to use it. any other ways besides buying stuff?What are natural ways to make your nails stronger?
    Uh, i went to the doctor cause my nails always breaking off and short, anyway he told me to take these pills called one a day teen advantage complete multivitamin, it works really good. My nails are also long too.What are natural ways to make your nails stronger?
    Drink Milk, I love Milk I drink a lot and eat a lot of cheese to sometimes lol but I noticed I cut my fingernails a few days ago and when I drink a lot of milk or eat cheese they grow so fast and there pretty strong.
    eat dairy for calcium:


    cheese


    milk


    yogurt


    ice cream


    cottage cheese


    all that jazz. (also helps hair, bones, and teeth(which are bones))
    Milk is the best, I've been drinking 2+ glasses a day like for my entire life and mine are strong as chit.





    Also helps with strong bones too, I always win head butting and punching contests

    Is it natural for your nails to grow so long. I don't put nothing on them they just grow. Why?

    Basically im saying my nails keep growing and i do nothing to them is that naturual and okayIs it natural for your nails to grow so long. I don't put nothing on them they just grow. Why?
    of course yes. its natural and a good sign of health because ur diet is healthy.Is it natural for your nails to grow so long. I don't put nothing on them they just grow. Why?
    Yeah it's a sign of good health








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    Fingernails, on average, grow about 1 millimeter a day.
    because you in person is starting to grow fast

    How can I remove acrylic nails and not harm my natural nails?

    soak them in acetone not nail polish removerHow can I remove acrylic nails and not harm my natural nails?
    soak them in nail poslish remover the remover will deactivate the nail glue but it migh take like and hour or soHow can I remove acrylic nails and not harm my natural nails?
    Go to a professional nail salon and ask to have them removed. That's your best bet for preserving your natural nails underneath, though they will still be thin and weak at best. The damage will grow out in two months' time, though.
    My first recommendation is to have them removed by a professional that will SOAK them off. DO NOT bite them off or pry them off. That will only damage your nails.





    If you want to do it yourself, then use pure acetone. Pour some in a glass bowl and submerge your nails for about 20 minutes. While keeping the nails in the acetone, use an orangewood stick to scrape off the product. If you remove the nails from the acetone it will start to set up and be difficult to remove.





    Make sure after soaking them off to use some good hand lotion. Acetone is very drying to the skin.





    And one more thing, if there was a gel overlay put on those nails you will have to file the top of the nail to break the seal or no amount of soaking will touch that product.
    UMM..... THE IS NO WAY B/C ACETONE HURTS THE NAILS
    FOR REMOVING ACRYLIC NAILS, YOU MUST SOAK YOUR NAILS IN NAIL POLISH REMOVER. I RECOMMEND THE NAIL POLISH REMOVER FROM A COMPANY CALLED ';ASK';, WHICH IS IN BURLINGTON, ONTARIO.


    YOU CAN ACTUALLY USE OTHER NAIL POLISH REMOVERS TO ACHIEVE THIS TASK BUT REMEMBER THAT YOUR NAILS WILL BE A LITTLE DRY AFTERWARDS AND YOU DONT WANT THAT. YOU WOULD RATHER HAVE YOUR NAILS GROW LONG AND GRACEFUL WITHOUT AND DRYING EFFECTS.


    HOPE IT HELPS.

    Any way to treat nail infection with natural methods.?

    Great question, i think i have one to, i need someone to answer this.Any way to treat nail infection with natural methods.?
    tea tree is the way to goAny way to treat nail infection with natural methods.?
    Neat tea tree oil. Wash your feet twice a day. Clean socks daily.
    No Lamasil is the only cure
    yeh t tree is good- also try bathing your nail in vinegar to balance the ph
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  • I am trying to grow my natural nails out,how can I get the left over stain of polish off, tryed sandpaper?

    NEVER use sandpaper on nails. They damage and weaken your nails (yes, this includes nail files too--too many have too harsh grit on them)





    I'm assuming the left over stain is of a yellow variety and that it was left over by a very dark polish. A remedy I've found that works is to soak your nails in some hydrogen peroxide and then lightly scrub then with a nail brush.





    In the meantime, to protect nails from getting stained again AND to strengthen them, apply a basecoat before you polish.I am trying to grow my natural nails out,how can I get the left over stain of polish off, tryed sandpaper?
    I never knew that the bleaching product existed. I bought it and on one of my nails I got a very sharp pain but it didn't last more than a few minutes. It only helped a little but I will use it again in the future.

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    I am trying to grow my natural nails out,how can I get the left over stain of polish off, tryed sandpaper?
    promise me you won't ever use sandpaper again!


    try using the 3 step (or more) buffers where you SLIGHTLY get rid of the very top layer of your nail-using sandpaper will take away too much and make your nails weak. you really can't get rid of the stain, because the whole nail down to the bottom layer is stained, but they do have some bleaching products that aren't too expensive (only about $6), try using one of those. Don't use any nail polish-besides clear- because sun exposure will help ';bleach'; the nail back to it's original color





    here's an example of the bleaching stuff : http://www.cosmeticbag.com/cgi-bin/cm.cgi?target=sos_bleach





    Best of luck!
    Try toothpaste, or hydrogen peroxide. If you can't get the stain out completely, use a tinted clear polish to cover it. When you use a dark polish again, make sure you put a clear coat on before you use the color coat.
    Nail polish remover??