Our body was a mystery to our ancestors, and therefore the abundance of signs and beliefs associated with it is not surprising. A person believed that if he washed or cut his hair on a certain day or in a specific lunar phase, then all troubles would pass him by, that not a single grain of black magic would penetrate his soul.
Nails, by the way, also often appear in superstitions (almost as often as hair). But not everyone is now familiar with the nail cutting calendar or the signs associated with this part of the human body.
Signs and beliefs
Many will be surprised, but several thousand years ago people thought of decorating their nail plates in a special way.
They were painted with special compounds, decorated, and cared for. Typically, such an ancient manicure was done using natural dyes, such as henna or antimony. In China and India, long nails indicated that their wearer had a high status in society. It was clear that she did not do household chores at home, which means she had enough servants. Hence, by the way, a sign associated with wealth: it is believed that a long manicure attracts money.
There is also a widespread belief that small white spots that appear on the nails of the left hand promise pleasant gifts (based on the number of spots themselves). It is also advisable to look at which finger these “defects” appeared on:
- on the thumb - you will soon receive an unexpected, but very pleasant gift;
- on the index finger - you will make a new devoted friend;
- on the middle finger - soon you will encounter a new enemy;
- on the ring finger - success in the romantic sphere (new admirer);
- on the little finger - a pleasant journey awaits you.
Attention. If dark spots appear on the nails, this promises the wearer misfortune or bad luck in business. They say that such nails should be cut off and burned as soon as possible.
There is also a sign that prohibits cutting the nail plates until the completion of some important task or before the onset of an important day. This should protect the owner from failures, troubles and the sudden collapse of all plans.
The Mystery of the Nail Trimming Ritual
Why do nails receive a lot of attention even today? Is it true that this procedure can affect the rhythm of life of every person or is it just a myth?
Nature has decreed that each part of our body is given for something and performs a specific function. First of all, nails serve as a certain protection for our fingertips from all kinds of external factors (injuries and cracks). On the other hand, the appearance of the nail plate can tell a lot about a person: his wealth, success, social status, character traits and neatness. A manicure done in a sophisticated style or even regular, trimmed nails speak of a person's culture and neatness.
In addition to the aesthetic appearance, many people pay great attention to folk signs that are associated with cutting nails.
Researchers prove that the condition of nails, as well as hair, can indicate the general level of human health (attention is paid to color, shape, state of integrity). This information often becomes the basis for determining superficial disease in medical research.
There is some explanation for this. For example, when the body is intoxicated, the accumulated poison is often displayed on the nail plate (more often determined by the fact of death).
Among magicians and palmists, there is an opinion that hair, the surface of the skin and nail plates store vital energy, strength and potential. Scientists such as astrologers associate nails with cosmic energy. They believe that marigolds are a conductor in the separation of flows throughout the body system. By cutting the nail plate, you can imperceptibly change the energy flows as a whole. With the help of cut particles of material, sorcerers and magicians can influence human destiny, both in a positive direction and in a negative direction.
Which days are considered the best?
Successful days for a haircut can be chosen in different ways. Some people adhere to the lunar calendar, others prefer to choose the appropriate days of the week, and others rely on upcoming events or the advice of the oracle.
By day of the week
Each day of the week carries a certain energy, which can be both positive and negative, so in order to find out whether it is possible to cut your nails on Monday or, for example, Sunday, it is better to familiarize yourself with the peculiarities of weekdays and weekends before cutting:
- Monday. This is a kind of energy of everything new, because this day begins a new week.
On Monday it is good to get rid of bad memories, thoughts, grievances and worries. Cutting your nails or getting a manicure on this day helps speed up the release of all negative energies and also prevents diseases of the genitourinary system. People who want to get rid of complexes should also do manicures and pedicures on Monday. - Tuesday. The second day of the week works to strengthen intuitive abilities and helps to react quickly in unforeseen situations.
Cutting your nails on this day helps you attract success and prosperity, as well as concentrate all your skills and strengths on achieving your goals. You will feel more collected and serious, and you will have the energy to move forward. In addition, a manicure on Tuesday helps get rid of headaches and normalize blood flow. - Wednesday. If you have been waiting for good news for a long time, then it is best to get your manicure done on Wednesday.
The wait will be resolved with good news. The energy of this day is aimed at strengthening thought processes, which facilitates learning and perception of new information. On the third day of the week, the right decisions are made, confusion in business is avoided. Rituals performed on Wednesday have a beneficial effect on the central nervous system, eliminate stress, and improve sleep. - Thursday. This day is suitable for cutting nails for those who have long been waiting for a cherished career advancement or acceptance into a desired position. You will have self-confidence, determination, and strength for new achievements. Regularly cutting your nails on Thursdays helps improve liver function and increase life expectancy.
- Friday. Day of feminine energies, awakening beauty and attractiveness.
Regular manicure on Fridays will help you regain your youth, awaken grace and charm. You will no longer have to worry about new wrinkles. However, there is also another side to the coin. Many people say that cutting nails on this day promises bad news, illness, and misfortune. Swelling may appear, excess weight will appear and the course of chronic diseases will worsen. - Saturday. It is considered one of the most favorable days of the week.
Cutting your nails on this day helps strengthen the immune system. Astrologers advise getting a manicure on Saturday for those who are trying to get rid of karmic debts and cleanse their energy field. There is even a saying that says: “Whoever cuts his nails on Saturday pays off his debts.” Also, cutting nails on Saturday increases the chances of finding a soulmate for those who are looking for one, and strengthening feelings between already established partners. - Sunday. In contrast to Saturday, Sunday is considered, to put it mildly, an unfavorable day for all manicure and pedicure procedures.
On this day, you have every chance of causing serious harm to your health, financial situation and spiritual sphere of life. Sunday is a time of restoration, contact with your guardian angel. So removing pieces of yourself (even the smallest ones) is a risk of losing protection for a long time.
Can I trim my hair in the evening or at night?
It’s worth answering the question right away: no!
Evening (night) is a special time of day, at this time energy flows begin to weaken, life for many kilometers around goes into a state of rest and sleep. So cutting your nails after sunset leads to poor health , serious financial problems, and also to a “conflict” with your spiritual protectors.
Important! Manicure or regular nail cutting must be done before 15:00. This time is relevant for both summer and winter.
Some people say that you should cut your nails before noon, regardless of the time of year.
While in the hospital
When troubles happen to our health or we suddenly end up in a hospital bed, we become even more suspicious. Most people want not only to get rid of the disease as soon as possible, but also to protect themselves from any complications, side effects or chronic conditions:
- If you have undergone surgery, it is believed that you cannot cut your nails until all the stitches are completely closed. Otherwise, beliefs say that wounds will take a very long time to heal. The same principle applies to fractures or other injuries.
- If a pregnant woman is in the hospital (being preserved), then she should also not cut her nails or get a manicure, especially if a caesarean section is planned. According to ancient beliefs, neglecting these tips can lead to the baby being entangled in the umbilical cord, as well as various health problems for the mother and the unborn child.
- If the patient is in the neurological department, then cutting nails can lead to a deterioration in health and an increased risk of injury. The patient will constantly feel irritated, become suspicious, mood swings and attacks of hypochondria are possible.
Before the trip
An old saying says that cutting your nails before a long journey or an important journey can lead to troubles, accidents, and setbacks along the way.
Long nails promise the traveler a calm and smooth road and a safe return home. This belief only applies to manicures, which are done directly on the day of departure. You are allowed to trim your nails and get a manicure/pedicure a few days before your trip.
Sequence of procedure
After softening your nails and feet, you can begin your pedicure. You cannot cut the nail plate in one motion, as this can lead to:
- injury;
- delamination;
- brokenness.
It is necessary to operate the tool gradually, moving in small sections. When finished, file down the free edge and sharp corners on the sides.
Nails must be wiped dry and only then use a file. Do not file wet ones, as this will lead to delamination.
To prevent drying out, it makes sense to apply a moisturizing base oil to the nail plate.
It is also important to pay attention to the cuticle. You need to cut it carefully with pliers so as not to damage living tissue. It is more convenient to use a remover and an orange stick
The product will painlessly soften excess skin, and removing it will not be difficult
It is more convenient to use a remover and an orange stick. The product will painlessly soften excess skin, and removing it will not be difficult.
The ideal pedicure is one that leaves your heels soft and tender. Therefore, you should work on the softened skin with a pumice stone, and then lubricate your feet with a rich cream.
When should you not cut your hair and why?
There are several important prohibitions that superstitious people cannot ignore:
- You cannot cut the nails of a newborn baby until he is 10 days old.
It is believed that in the first ten days of life, the baby is still very weak both physically and energetically, so cutting his nails will only take away his already small amount of energy and cause illness. In addition, a newborn’s fingers are still very tiny, so you can carry out the procedure carelessly and injure the child, and this is a direct path to infection. - There is no one more superstitious than a student. Therefore, among those who gnaw on the granite of science, there is a belief that cutting your nails before an important exam can contribute to failure. So it’s better to wait a little, save up your strength and energy, close the session successfully and then do your manicure.
- There is also a belief that says that you should not cut your nails or get a manicure on your birthday. This can lead to negative consequences that will haunt you throughout the next year. You can only do a light manicure or lightly file your nails with a nail file.
- You should not cut your nails at night/evening and on Sunday. These time periods are considered a time of extinction of energies and communication with one’s spiritual protectors; getting rid of even a small part of oneself can cause anger in the latter and lead to illness, loss of finances and failures.
How to avoid negativity
If there is an urgent need to trim your nails on an unfavorable day, don’t worry. Drive away negative thoughts, but from now on choose better moments for your manicure.
- If you urgently need to get your hands in order, do it as delicately as possible. Don’t cut too much, or better yet, just file your nails and apply cream or wax.
- Collect the cut pieces and burn them. At least this will protect you from problems with envious people, ill-wishers and home-grown sorcerers.
- Carry out the procedure in good lighting, use sharp and clean instruments, be careful and do not get distracted. On a negative day, this will help avoid injury and related troubles.
Lunar calendar in 2020
| Month | Most lucky numbers (positive energies) | Suitable numbers | Unlucky numbers for manicure |
| January | 6, 15 | 1, 5, 7, 8, 14, 23, 28, 30 | 3, 10, 17, 19, 31 |
| February | 1, 3, 4, 20, 29 | 5, 8, 11, 24, 25, 27 | 16, 21, 23 |
| March | 7, 28, 30 | 4, 5, 9, 18, 21, 25, 26 | 13, 20, 22 |
| April | 4, 6, 14 | 7, 13, 23, 24, 27, 28, 30 | 10, 12, 19 |
| May | 23, 27, 28 | 2–5, 12, 13, 21, 26, 30 | 8, 10, 15, 17 |
| June | 2, 18, 25, 27 | 3, 4, 22-24 | 14, 19, 21 |
| July | 4, 21, 22 | 2, 15, 18, 23–25, 27 | 10, 17, 19 |
| August | 1, 10, 20 | 3, 11, 18, 21, 24, 26, 29, 31 | 7, 9, 14 |
| September | 15, 19, 22, 28 | 1, 8, 9, 21, 22, 26 | 4, 11, 13, 20 |
| October | 14, 21, 22 | 5, 8, 17, 27, 31 | 2, 9, 16 |
| November | 18, 28 | 7, 9, 12, 16, 17, 19, 21, 26 | 13, 15 |
| December | 15, 16, 19, 26 | 5, 7, 21, 25, 28 | 4, 11, 13 |
Cutting marigolds according to Rempel
Rempel is a famous astrologer who took into account a large number of factors in his research and calculations.
He compiled calendars of the most successful days for haircuts and other cosmetic procedures. According to his calculations, nails should not be cut on the new moon or during the first quarter of the waxing moon.
This is due to the fact that during this period the element of earth dominates, which significantly weakens the human body.
Important! It is best to do manicure during the second quarter of the waxing moon or the third quarter of the waning moon. This will help strengthen the immune system, improve metabolic processes and improve overall well-being.
Opinion of other religions
The Japanese also do not welcome manicures in the evening. It is believed that with this a person teases evil spirits. After all, nails and hair are used by magicians in many rituals. Therefore, unclean forces can take advantage of accidentally dropped body particles.
In China, they generally do not consider it necessary to trim nails unnecessarily. Long nail plates make a person wiser and attract money. Through them you can communicate with higher powers.
In Islam, on the contrary, long nails are not welcomed. It is believed that the shaitan finds a place for himself under them. Therefore, the hands of a true Muslim must always be careful. There are no prohibitions on manicure in the evening. It is especially favorable to practice hygiene procedures on Fridays before the start of prayer.
According to the oracle
Some people prefer to follow the recommendations of the oracle rather than the advice of the lunar calendar or days of the week. An oracle is a magical divine advisor:
- According to the oracle, the most successful days for cutting nails are all those numbers in the calendar that are divisible by 7 without a remainder (7, 14, 21, 28). These numbers carry a sacred meaning, which means that a manicure done these days will bring success in all endeavors, career advancement, health and financial well-being.
- The numbers 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31 also have positive energy. They work for any month. A manicure done these days will help normalize your well-being, improve family relationships, and attract good luck.
- The 2nd, 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th, and 30th of the month are considered neutral in terms of energies. You can do any manicure with these, but you won’t receive any special “bonuses” from the Universe.
- The most unlucky days for manicure and pedicure are considered to be 5, 6, 9, 12, 13, 16, 19, 20, 23, 26 of each month. It is better to avoid any manipulation of your nails during these dates. The oracle claims that these days a person’s energies are significantly weakened, so cosmetic procedures can bring on illness, failure, and financial losses.
What to do with trimmed nails?
Since cut nails are part of a person, they still carry his energies. Therefore, you need to be careful about where your nails go after a manicure:
- They must not fall into the hands of ill-wishers. You should also not throw them in the trash; it is best to flush the marigolds down the toilet.
- Some people burn their nail clippings in a fire. People who have secret knowledge prefer to pronounce words of power in order to quickly defeat the disease or attract good luck.
- If you are sick, then the cut nails should be burned and the remaining ashes should be buried at some crossroads. According to beliefs, this will help defeat any, even the most severe, illness.
Over the centuries-old history of life on Earth, many beliefs and signs have developed related to cutting nails. Some people believe in ancient superstitions, some rely on the lunar calendar, others prefer the advice of the oracle.
Of course, it all depends on individual preferences and the strength of faith. But you shouldn’t fanatically follow all the advice that any horoscopes or calendars give. Still, most beliefs remain only beliefs, so you must always remain within the limits of adequacy.
Superstitions about why you shouldn't cut your nails in the evening
If you can’t cut your nails in the evening, then what superstitions are associated with this? The first belief is that nail plates are a symbol of human protection. By cutting them at night, you can weaken this protection and remain defenseless against evil spirits in the dark.
The nail plate is a person’s connection with certain energy channels. It is cut according to special rules. If you do this at sunset, the energy weakens.
