Olive oil
Prepare a bath of warm olive oil, 5 drops of glycerin and 3 drops of iodine. It is best to do it at night before going to bed once a week, combining it with a massage.
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Nothing strengthens nails better than competent and systematic care.
- Always file your nails correctly - in one direction only. Otherwise, they may begin to peel off.
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- Get a shellac manicure. This coating is quite dense and often retains its flawless appearance even 2-3 weeks after the procedure. Meanwhile, the nails grow back. Since they do not break under a layer of gel polish, the result will be easy to maintain.
- Give preference to unedged manicure. This way you minimize the risk of injuring the base of your nails. When it is damaged, nails grow weak, brittle and often peel.
Coconut oil
This invaluable ingredient in cosmetology will also help in growing nails. Make warm baths from it or rub it into the nail plate with massage movements. It is best to take the oil in a small container, carry it with you and repeat the mask several times a day.
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Preparation: Go to the doctor
If your nails absolutely do not grow, then we advise you to definitely go to the doctor and get the necessary tests. Perhaps your body lacks some vitamins? If this is the case, then the doctor will most likely prescribe medications that should improve overall tone, strengthen the immune system and have a beneficial effect on the growth of hair and nail plates.
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Iodine
Add 2 tbsp to 500 ml of water. kitchen salt and 10 drops of regular pharmaceutical iodine. Keep your hands in the bath for 10 minutes, then dry well and rub with massage movements with oil.
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Accelerating growth at home
First, you need to understand that you can accelerate the growth of nails only without preventing them from growing, namely, by eliminating negative factors. Why does the growth of nail plates slow down?
- From a lack of nutrients - protein, vitamins and minerals - sulfur, zinc, calcium. Everyone on low-calorie diets is at risk. Moreover, hair also suffers from poor nutrition.
- The second group of reasons for slow growth is stress, hormonal changes, pregnancy or adulthood.
If the second reason is not for you, then you need to adjust your diet. The result will be noticeable in 3 months, not earlier. All external procedures are aimed at stimulating blood circulation in the growth area and strengthening the already regrown plate, protecting against the aggressive influence of the external environment - tap water, detergents. In other words, to preserve the quality of the nail itself.
Homemade cosmetic masks and baths will help you grow strong and healthy nails. Before carrying out the procedure, remove the varnish and wash your hands thoroughly.
Baths
The most popular home baths:
- With sea salt and iodine. Dissolve 1 tbsp in 2 cups of boiling water. l. sea salt and add a few drops of iodine.
- With soda and iodine. Dissolve 1 tbsp. l. baking soda in half a liter of warm boiled water, add a few drops of iodine immediately before the procedure.
- With vegetable oil and soda. Heat 1 glass of unrefined olive or sunflower oil in a water bath. Dissolve 1 tbsp in hot oil. l. soda
- Based on medicinal herbs. Place 2 tbsp in a glass container. l. dry herbs St. John's wort and chamomile, pour 1 liter of boiling water, leave for 3 hours. Strain the infusion and add 1 tbsp. l. soda
- With lemon juice. Dissolve the juice of half a lemon in hot water. To enhance the effect, add 1 tbsp to the bath. l. sea salt or baking soda.
- With gelatin. Dissolve 2 tsp. gelatin in 200 ml of hot milk. After the gelatin swells, add 1 tsp. honey and mix thoroughly.
Duration is 10-20 minutes. After completing the procedure, it is recommended to rinse your hands under running water (if necessary, wash with soap), dry and lubricate with nourishing cream, paying special attention to nails and cuticles. Growth baths can be performed 1-3 times a week.
Masks
The best masks for nutrition and nail growth:
- Firming beeswax mask. Melt a piece of natural beeswax in a water bath, add a few drops of almond oil or peach oil, mix thoroughly. Massage the mixture into your nails until completely absorbed. There is no need to rinse off the product.
- Stimulating mask with red pepper. Mix 1 tsp in a glass bowl. ground red pepper with 1 tsp. rich hand cream (you can use children's cream). Rub the mixture in thoroughly and leave for 20 minutes (do not tolerate it if it burns too much), then rinse off. Red pepper can be replaced with ground mustard.
- Vitamin mask. Mix 1 tbsp. l. honey and 1 tbsp. l. aloe juice Add 3 drops of vitamin E and 3 drops of vitamin A in oil form to the mixture. Or squeeze out 3 capsules of Aevit. Rub the mixture into your nails and put on cloth gloves. After 20 minutes, wash your hands.
- Nourishing mask with vegetable oil. Dissolve in 1 tbsp. l. almond oil a few drops of iodine. Rub in the product and put on plastic gloves. To enhance the effect, you can insulate your hands with warm mittens or gloves. The duration of the procedure is 15 minutes.
- Paraffin mask. Heat cosmetic paraffin in a special bath or water bath. Apply nourishing cream and olive oil to your hands. Spread your nails with the vitamin or nutritional mixture from the recipes above. Dip each hand into the container several times until a thick layer of paraffin forms on the fingers. Put plastic bags on your hands, and on top of them special terry mittens or any insulating devices, even potholders in the form of mittens. The main thing is to keep warm for as long as possible. After 20-30 minutes, remove the paraffin with a napkin and use a moisturizer.
The key to success in home nail care is regularity. Masks for nutrition, strengthening and growth of nails are recommended to be done 2-3 times a week. During the period of active treatment, you should stop using varnish. The first results can be seen after 1 month of regular procedures.
Cosmetics for nail growth
The cosmetic market offers many professional care products. Varnishes and enamels help nourish and strengthen, and preserve natural moisture. Many manufacturers also add “accelerates growth,” but you need to understand that the nail grows from a matrix and spreading the composition on the plate does not affect the root in any way. Manufacturers mean that their products preserve the growing nail as much as possible from the first days, which contributes to the integrity of the free edge for as long as possible. You will not need to cut off the delaminated edge ahead of time, therefore, growth will be more obvious. Care products for nail growth and strengthening :
- OPI Universal strengthening product for all types of nails Bubble Bath.
- FRENCHI “Smart enamel” Restores damaged nails.
- Mavala Penetrating nail strengthener.
- SALLY HANSEN Nail strengthener.
- PHYTOCOSMETIC Product for strengthening nails: healthy nails, intensive restoration.
To obtain the best effect, cosmetic products for nail growth must be used strictly according to the instructions.
The importance of good nutrition
No home or store-bought remedies for strengthening and growing nails will bring the desired result without a properly balanced diet and the intake of the necessary vitamins and minerals from food.
Vitamins and minerals essential for health:
Vitamin A is responsible for the formation of the structure of the nail plate. Vitamin A is found in carrots, broccoli, pumpkin, peaches, and celery.
Ascorbic acid – makes nails strong and elastic, protects against fungal infections. Vitamin C can be obtained from berries, citrus fruits, herbs, peppers, and cabbage.
Vitamin E – responsible for growth and regeneration. Vitamin E is found in vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, legumes and cereals.
B vitamins – support the external beauty of the nail, contribute to the formation of a strong plate. B vitamins are found in cereals, legumes, chicken, fish, eggs, and dairy products.
Iodine – stimulates the renewal of the nail plate, prevents delamination. Iodine can be obtained from sea fish, seaweed, eggs, dairy products, herbs and fresh vegetables.
Sulfur is part of the nail plate. The body receives sulfur from chicken eggs, sea fish, and soy.
Calcium – gives strength. Sources of the mineral: milk and fermented milk products, cheese, herbs, fish, cabbage. It is important to know that vitamin D regulates the metabolism of many microelements, including calcium. If there is a deficiency, calcium supplied with food cannot be fully absorbed. Fatty sea fish, beef offal, and egg yolks will make up for the lack of vitamin D. Many people have probably noticed that while on vacation at sea, nails and hair grow faster than at home. This is precisely the body’s response to increased doses of ultraviolet radiation, which stimulates the formation of vitamin D.
It is not always possible to get all the necessary vitamins and minerals from food in full. In this case, specially designed multivitamin complexes :
- Unipharm Vitrum Beauty;
- Vitabiotics Perfectil;
- PharmaMed Lady's formula;
- Merz Special Dragee Merz;
- AlfaVit Cosmetics;
- Actafarma Revidox;
- Complements the Radiance.
Pharmacy complexes help accelerate nail growth and prevent splitting of the nail plate.
Physiotherapy – finger massage
Massaging your hands, fingers in particular, will help indirectly speed up the growth of nails. Stimulation of blood circulation and a local slight increase in temperature in the tissues of the fingers from friction will improve nutrition of the nail root. If you massage regularly, this will completely improve the condition of your nails. Also, hand massage is a good prevention of arthritis of the small joints of the fingers. A massage effect as a bonus is obtained during the procedure of sealing and polishing the nails with wax.
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Shea Butter
Shea butter is very fatty and very rich in micronutrients. It makes a great mask for gloves! To do this, apply it to your hands, rub into the nail plates and put on gloves for an hour, periodically stretching your fingers to stimulate blood supply.
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Paraffin therapy
Another effective way to grow nails in a week is paraffin therapy.
This procedure involves applying special wax to the cuticle and nail, which melts to a certain temperature, which promotes the flow of oxygen to the base of the nail, as well as improving blood circulation. You can use beeswax at home.
It is more advisable to perform the procedure in the evening. To do this, heat the wax so that it turns into liquid, dip your nails into this mixture and hold for a few seconds. Wait until the wax dries, then put on cotton gloves and leave it on all night. In the morning, remove them and wash your hands. The procedure takes 10 days.
Lemon
Apply crushed lemon pulp or a cotton swab soaked in juice to your nails for 2 minutes. Not only the quality, but also the color of the plates will gradually improve. But first, make sure on one finger that you do not have allergies or irritation. The procedure is not suitable if the skin is injured.
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How to grow long nails in a month?
The result will be much more noticeable if you have more than a week at your disposal - for example, a whole month. Even if you slightly reduce the intensity of care, after 4-5 weeks you will get not only long, but also strong nails.
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Adjust your diet. It is very important to maintain water balance. And eat more fresh and natural foods rich in vitamins. After consulting with a doctor, you can start taking vitamin complexes - this will definitely help accelerate nail growth.
2
When doing your manicure, use a strengthening base like Essie's As Strong As It Gets or a finish with similar features.
3
Baths and other procedures can be done a little less frequently than during a weekly course, but still regularly - approximately every three days. Train yourself to take care of your cuticles daily. It is advisable not only to apply oil, but also to massage the skin around the nail plate.
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Option one: massage
This method will require patience and will prove its effectiveness only after a certain time. You don't even need the help of a specialist. Every evening, on the eve of your usual bedtime procedures, massage your fingers. This will speed up blood circulation, which means the flow of nutrients to your nails, which will promote their growth. The main condition is systematicity. Soon this tradition will not be a burden to you, but a joy.
