Nail oil

Fingertips experience many impacts daily: water, household chemicals, temperature fluctuations, computer work… It is not surprising that the skin on the pads and the cuticle of the nails are constantly dry. To make your hands always look well-groomed, you need to use nail oil - not only in the salon, but also for daily care.

What kind of products have not been invented for skin care around the nails! Creams, gels, balms, serums - and all of them necessarily contain active vegetable fats.. As a dosage form, the oil easily penetrates the skin and the nail plate - this explains its effectiveness.

There are base oils and essential oils. Basic - those that are taken as the basis for creating some kind of cosmetic product:

• coconut;
• almond;
• jojoba;
• olive;
• grape seeds;
• avocado;
• wheat germ;
• burdock;
• corn;
• argan etc.

Essential oils are used to enrich drugs and enhance their effect. You should not use them separately - they can be very allergenic or cause a burn. But in proper proportion with the base component, you get an effective and 100% natural skin care product for your fingertips.

Oils can be mixed independently, and you can buy ready-made preparations. Components for self-mixing are available from pharmacies, aromatherapy or sauna/bath departments. Ready-made ones are best purchased in professional cosmetics stores - there is a large selection and there is always the opportunity to get advice from the seller.

Suitable for the base:

Natural source of lauric and hyaluronic acids. It perfectly moisturizes and nourishes the skin, forms a protective film on the nail. Keeps the hardness of nails, protects from ultraviolet radiation. Coconut fat can be safely used in its pure form - applied to the hair, face, body skin.

Since ancient times, it has been used for skin care. In addition to a huge amount of fatty acids, it contains vitamin E (protects against free radicals, smoothes wrinkles), vitamin D and squalene, which deeply moisturizes the skin. It gives the best effect when applied both from the inside and outside - you can not only add it to salads or other dishes, but also take a tablespoon in the morning.

Virtually no side effects, which is remarkable for a large number of trace elements. It contains calcium, iron, fluorine and more B vitamins. This base will be good for brittle nails that crack and exfoliate.

Beauticians sometimes refer to it as vegetable wax., because It is similar in composition to spermaceti. If you disassemble the internal "chemistry" of this substance, it becomes clear that it is very similar to human sebum - which is why jojoba has no equal in moisturizing and nourishing the cuticle. Suitable for all skin and hair types.

Known for its high content of omega acidsthat stimulate cell renewal and rejuvenation. This cosmetic antioxidant oil is perfect for fading hand skin, age-related or severe dryness from household chemicals. Accelerates nail growth.

Hazelnut oil is considered a good remedy for problem skin. For use on the hands, it is suitable for almost everyone, but best of all for aging, fading skin. Contains many trace elements that accelerate the growth of the nail and increase its hardness.

Basic vitamin remedy for any skin. Nourishes the nail, well improves blood circulation during massage. Removes general irritation. Castor oil also has a similar effect, which also has an antibacterial effect.

Source of fatty acids and beauty vitamins - A, E and F. Phytosterols, which are part of it, improve collagen synthesis, and vitamins retain moisture in the skin, smooth it, protect it from ultraviolet radiation and oxidants. This natural remedy will revive even the most dry and tired skin.

In cosmetology, it is valued not only for moisturizing and nourishing properties., but also as an excellent assistant in the regeneration of nail tissue. The drug on this basis will heal cracks, scratches, burrs and other skin damage.

Fat extract of almonds is a natural nail strengthener. It will keep the plate firm, and the cuticle will soften and relieve inflammation.

Valuable vegetable fat, which can be used both externally and internally. It contains a large amount of Omega acids and vitamin E. It will help both in daily care and in case of nail infection. Using argan oil, you can forget about cracked fingertips and burrs.

As a base, sesame oil and cocoa butter with a delicious aroma are perfect. If there is absolutely nothing at hand, you can use butter for hand care. It does not contain magical beauty components, but it can soften and moisturize the skin perfectly. Before use, it must be melted. It is advisable to use a quality product with a milk fat content of at least 80%.

Essential oils to enrich the composition:

• To accelerate the growth of nails, use rosemary oil, ylang-ylang. For brittle, exfoliating nails, other esters with a tart aroma are also suitable - sandalwood, patchouli.Camphor oil has a good strengthening property, but it can be used strictly with a "base" - it is highly toxic and very active!

• To polish nails and give shine to the buff file, you can apply a drop of lavender, ylang-lang, or citrus fruits before use. - lemon, grapefruit, orange. Orange oil also softens cuticles so they can be pushed back more easily (for those who don't get trimmed nails). No wonder even the stick that pushes back the cuticle is made from an orange tree!

• For the treatment of nails from infections, fatty extracts of tea tree, juniper are suitable; eucalyptus, fir oil, as well as mint and geranium. Phytoncides contained in these vegetable fats easily cope with bacteria. The best anti-fungal remedy is wormwood oil. It is rubbed into the nails in its pure form at night.

• As healing for severe burrs, cracks, cuts, mango, rosehip, calendula, lavender, black cumin oils are well suited. Sea buckthorn oil has excellent regenerating properties. It is widely used not so much in cosmetology as in medicine. Sea buckthorn remedy can be applied to the cuticles and skin of the fingertips, but remember: it has a bright and corrosive yellow color!

If you just want care - the most optimal and inexpensive option is to buy one of the base oils in a pharmacy. Without difficulty on sale you can find almond, peach, burdock. It will most likely be packed in a simple jar - you can apply it with a cotton swab or disc.

A manicure master can also offer you a care product. - as a rule, a variety of products of more or less professional brands are sold directly in beauty salons. Most often, these are also basic substances that have a moisturizing and protective effect. If desired, they can be enriched with essential oils on their own. What is good about this option is that a specialist, seeing the condition of your hands, can more competently choose exactly the drug that suits you. In addition, these products are most often produced in jars with a brush (like nail polish) - they are very convenient to apply, and they are economically consumed.

Recently, oil in a pencil has been very popular. - such "things" are ordered in Chinese online stores. According to customer reviews, it is very convenient and pleasant to use it. However, the composition of such drugs is always in doubt. You can find many examples where girls received simple sunflower oil or an incomprehensible water substance in a pencil.

Cosmetic oils are perfect. You can do many different procedures with them: they “work” in any form. Most Popular:

• Massage.
• Mask.
• Bath.

General rules for working with oils read: if you want to enrich the finished cream with base oil, you can mix the products in a 1: 4 ratio, where 1 is oil and 4 is cream. If you want to add ether to the cream, 1 drop is enough for a single application.

For massage, you can use both mixed preparations and solo oils. After washing your hands, apply a few drops of oil or a cuticle cream enriched with it to your nails and the skin around them. Massage your fingertips until the drug is absorbed. For care, you need to do this at least before going to bed every day. Ideally, after every hand wash.

By the way, it's good for pedicure too. - Rubbing oil into the fingers is good for the health and beauty of the legs. For these purposes, it is best to use oils with an antibacterial effect: tea tree, fir, juniper, wormwood. This will give additional protection against fungal diseases.

Baths can be done before starting a manicure or to restore nails after aggressive exposure (for example, household chemicals). This is a good way to clean the area under the nails from accumulated dirt and dust.

You can make a bath in an ordinary deep plate: you need to pour some warm water into which, right before immersing your hands, drip 3-4 drops of the desired oil. Even essential oil can be added to water in its pure form. Hands should be held for 2-3 minutes until the skin on the fingertips becomes soft and the cuticle is pliable.

Polishing not only gives the nails a well-groomed appearance, but is also useful in itself: increases the flow of blood (and hence oxygen) to the nail plate. It strengthens and heals literally from the inside. And if you do this procedure with the addition of an effective drug, the result will be even better.

No need to smear oil on the nails - there will be too much fat. 1 drop is enough, which is applied to the polisher.The tool is slightly absorbed into it, and "give" exactly as much shine as it will be needed.

The mask on the nails is used for the treatment and restoration of plates. This procedure can be done for owners of brittle and exfoliating nails, as well as after building. To balance the composition of the mask, familiarize yourself with the actions of various oils. The recipe is something like this:

• Add honey to the base oil in a 1:1 ratio (teaspoon to teaspoon).
• Add 1-2 drops of your desired essential oil.

The mixture is generously applied to the fingertips and medical gloves are put on. You can wrap your fingers with foil, as they do in beauty salons. After 15-20 minutes, the mask can be washed off and lubricated with cream.

Masks are also used for diseases - for example, psoriasis, to remove spots and peeling. As a base, you can take flaxseed oil, and lavender, rosemary are suitable for essential ones. In addition, you need to be treated by a doctor and follow a diet that limits sugar and other carbohydrates.

Simply applying oil to the nails is also not without meaning - it helps a lot against flaking. Apply the product to the very tips of the nail, as manicurists do sealing. Over time, the plates will harden.

Ready-made products for fingertip care, which are traditionally popular with customers.

Means of a well-known German manufacturer - the company specializes in the production of cosmetics for the feet. Has half the healing effect. It contains wheat germ oil, bisabolol, panthenol and an antifungal component - clotrimazole. The price category is high.

Bio oil for nails is based on beeswax. The composition also includes wheat germ and castor oils, as well as vitamin E. Convenient packaging - a bottle with a dispenser that allows you to literally squeeze out a drop. Another plus for economical consumption is a very low price.

Another budget tool. The basis of it is, alas, mineral oil. Everything else - almonds, avocados, argan - are just useful additives. Applied with a brush.

The drug calledVelvet Smooth"from a major manufacturer of cosmetics and accessories for pedicure and manicure. As part of – base oils: sunflower, almond, avocado, apricot kernel, linseed, shea and argan. Applied with a brush. The price category is average.

Remedy from the American brand CNDknown for its product Shellac. Suitable for both natural and artificial nails. Can be applied to nails covered with gel polishes. Available in jars with a brush of different sizes - from 3.7 to 118 ml. Based on sweet almond, jojoba and rice oils. The price category is high.

The manufacturer called the product "fortified oil", which is quite honest: The composition contains alcohols, parabens, and mineral oil. Of the useful - vitamin E, apricot kernel oil, coconut, aloe extract. Has no smell. Applied with a brush. The price is average.

Lavender-based cuticle cleanser. There is not much natural in the composition, it is based on synthetics, however, the keratin included in the recipe does its job - it accelerates the growth of nails and strengthens them. Can be used for care and during manicure to soften the cuticles.

Product from Siberian Health Corporation. Produced in a bottle with a dropper - a pipette, which you can drop the right amount of the drug on your hands.

Natural composition: rosehip oil (Siberian rose), orange, mint, arborvitae, mandarin and calendula. Based on soy fat. The price category is low.

If you carefully study the reviews, then each of the oils will have fans and opponents. The best customers call drugs of luxury or pharmacy brands - Mavala, Christina Fitzgerald. The same products once topped the top cuticle and nail oils in the magazine. Elle.

Stand out from the mass segment "solar oil", Sally Hansen and Oriflame (from the manicure line "The One").

Inexpensive oils, especially if they have a natural composition, also work great on nails. The main thing is to choose the right product.

With regular use (at least 1-2 months), the drug will definitely give results!

About nail care with essential oils - in the next video.