Nail Care Tips - Home Remedies for Healthy and Beautiful Nails

Nail Care Tips - Home Remedies for Healthy and Beautiful Nails.Home remedies to grow nails fast and strong.

They  add beauty to your hands. Plus, healthy nail growth reflects the state  of your overall health. Here are the top 10 home remedies for nail  growth.

1. Olive Oil

To promote growth, it is essential to keep  your nails well moisturized. Olive oil is the best when it comes to nail  care. It penetrates deep into the skin and nails and thus helps nourish  your nails. Plus, it contains vitamin E which improves circulation  blood circulation, helps repair damaged nails and promotes nail strength  and growth.

•  Before going to bed, apply warm olive oil to your  nails and cuticles and massage gently for 5 minutes. Wear cotton gloves  overnight. Do this once weekly
•  You can also soak your nails in warm olive oil for 15 to 30 minutes once daily to promote nail growth.

2. Coconut Oil

Coconut  oil works well for healthy nail growth. It contains important nutrients  to keep your nails moisturized and strong. It also strengthens your  cuticles, which play a key role in nail growth. Plus, it helps cure  hangnails, cuticle infections and fungal nails.

• Massage your nails  and hands with warm extra-virgin coconut oil daily at night, before  going to bed. Massage in circular motions to improve blood circulation.
• You can also prepare a nail soak. Mix 1/4 cup of organic coconut oil,  1/4 cup of honey and 4 drops of rosemary essential oil. Warm the  solution in the microwave for 20 seconds. Soak your nails in it for 15  minutes. Follow this remedy one or two times a week.

3. Orange Juice

Another  remedy that can boost nail growth is orange juice. Its vitamin C  content encourages the production of collagen and keeps your nails  healthy. Also, it has folic acid, which is essential for nail growth.

• Soak your nails in fresh orange juice for at least 10 minutes.
• Rinse them off with warm water, pat dry and apply some moisturizer.
• Follow this remedy once daily until you are satisfied with the results.

4. Lemons

Lemons contain vitamin C that is essential for nail growth. Also, it helps treat yellow nails and gives your nails a nice shine.

• Prepare a nail soak with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 3 tablespoons  of olive oil. Slightly heat the solution in the microwave and then soak  your nails in it for 10 minutes. Follow this remedy daily.
• You can  also rub a slice of lemon on your nails for 5 minutes, then rinse them  with warm water. Pat dry and apply a moisturizer. Do this once daily.  Avoid rubbing lemon on your nails if you have any cuts or hangnails, as  it may sting