Summer with hot weather, ultraviolet rays and frequent hand washing can make nails and the skin around nails dry, flaky and brittle. Here are some ways to help effectively care for nails in the summer.
1. Drink enough water and moisturize your nails
Dry nails are often easily cracked and broken. Therefore, it is necessary to maintain the habit of drinking enough water every day to help moisturize the body and nails.
In addition, natural oils such as coconut oil and almond oil can be used to moisturize nails and cuticles, especially in the evening before going to bed.
2. Limit continuous nail polish
Applying multi-layered paint or using dark paint colors for a long time can cause nails to become dull and yellow.
To give your nails time to recover, you should spend a few days a week without nail polish. When applying nail polish, you should use a primer to limit the direct impact of the polish on the nail surface.
3. Wear gloves when doing housework
Cleansers and frequent exposure to water can weaken fingernails. Therefore, you should wear gloves when washing dishes, cleaning, or gardening to protect your fingernails and skin.
If your fingernails are dry or damaged, you should limit the use of highly alcoholic antiseptic products as they can make dry fingernails worse.
4. Pay attention to nutrition
Nail health is also affected by diet. Supplementing enough protein, iron, zinc, omega-3 and biotin can help nails become stronger.
Some foods to prioritize include eggs, lentils, green leafy vegetables and nuts. A balanced diet is not only good for overall health but also supports maintaining healthy and beautiful fingernails.
