To nail beauty preserved for a long time, and the manicure looked perfect, it is necessary to regularly use oils when caring for nails.
They maintain the elasticity of the skin and quickly restore rough skin, giving healthy looking skin and nails. The trace elements and vitamins contained in the oils can eliminate any problems associated with nails.
If the nails become brittle have lost their shine, became rough and began to exfoliate, they urgently need help. The spa salon offers all kinds of procedures aimed at restoring the nail plate:
- hot manicure (nails are placed in a hot composition, useful material better penetrate into the expanded nail plate, the course consists of 4 procedures within a month);
- biogel coating (after applying the biogel to the nail, its surface becomes smooth and durable, the course requires 3-4 treatments);
- wax sealing (effectively restores nails, after a warm oil bath, a cream with beeswax is rubbed into the nails).
Oils that are used at home for strengthen nails, allow:
- nourish the nail plate from the inside, penetrating deep into the nail;
- eliminate brittleness and delamination of nails;
- protect the nail from fungal infection;
- accelerate the growth of nails;
- make them beautiful.
Types of oils to strengthen nails
What kind of oil to smear nails to strengthen them at home? With self-care of nails, it is possible to use oils of vegetable origin:
- olive;
- apricot;
- peach;
- almond;
- jojoba;
- wild rose;
- cocoa;
- castor;
- burdock;
- grape seeds;
- wheat germ.
With their help, delamination of nails, brittleness is eliminated. For accelerating nail growth use oils: olive, castor, burdock.
Rosehip, burdock, olive and cedar oil gives nails healthy look.
- grapefruit
- lemon
- eucalyptus;
- lavender;
- chamomile;
- bergamot;
- sandalwood;
- tea tree;
- patchouli;
- pines;
- cedar;
- rosemary;
- myrrh;
- thyme;
- roses;
- calendula.
By adding essential oils to the base oils, they are used to prepare oil baths, taking into account the problems that need to be solved. deal with stratification of nails oils of bergamot, ylang-ylang, thyme, myrrh, pine, cedar help.
Oils also help strengthen nails: bergamot, thyme, rosemary, sandalwood, lemon.
Application methods
To do nails strong and preserve their health, you can use the oil in the form of applications, rubbing, baths. It is desirable that the oils were part of the cream for daily care behind the hands (in case of absence, add a few drops).
Good strengthens nails(available at the pharmacy): inexpensive, easy to use.
Greater effect give baths from a mixture of olive oil with the addition of avocado oil, castor oil (5 ml each) and tea tree oil (5 drops). The mixture in a water bath is slightly heated, fingers are placed in it for 10-15 minutes. Rinse with water, lubricate with cream. Repeat every 2-3 days.
Strengthens nails olive oil: it is necessary to rub it into the nail plate in the evening, put on cotton gloves and leave it overnight. It is recommended to add a little lemon juice to it twice a week.
coconut oil strengthens nails well, applied in the evening on the nail plate, cotton gloves are put on top.
Successfully applied to strengthen nails, you can rub it into the nail plate by mixing it with lemon, calendula, wheat germ and castor oil.
Brittle nails can be quickly and effectively strengthened with jojoba oil and vitamin E(sold in a pharmacy).
Prepare jojoba oil and vitamin E, apply oil on the nail plate. Through 2-3 minutes rub it into the nails, apply vitamin E on top. So jojoba oil will act on the nails with greater efficiency.
Sunflower oil often used as a base for baths and masks. To 1 teaspoon sunflower oil add 2 drops of oils: eucalyptus, lavender and sage to enhance the effect. Heat the mixture, lower your fingertips, hold for 10 minutes.
Essential oils
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Used for the purpose strengthening of the nail plate, protect nails from delamination. The action is enhanced with the use of vegetable oils. Coniferous essential oils effectively fight delamination of nails. Citrus oils strengthen the nail plate and prevent nail cracking.
Well prevents brittle nails a bath of a mixture of almond oil and myrrh oil, ylag ylang or bergamot.
Oil compresses strengthening nails. The base oil is mixed with essential oil, the mixture must be warmed up, soak a napkin in it, put on your fingers and cover with something warm.
For oil application, the hands are pre-steamed in hot water, then rub a mixture of base oil with the addition of bergamot essential oil into the nail plates (1 tablespoon of the base and 3 drops of essential oil). Wrap in cling film, leave for 5 minutes.
A wide variety of oils that effectively strengthen nails allow you to choose the most suitable option.
The woman decided to give up nail polish for a while - which means that this “zhzhzhzh” is not without reason, as the cartoon character reasonably said. This means that there are problems with the condition of the nails, and they need rest. But you should not do with one rest when there is an opportunity for effective treatment.
Causes of nail problems
Painful phenomena - brittleness, delamination, dullness, roughness - can be caused by various factors:
- - exposure to the same varnishes and enamels, nail polish removers, detergents, compositions for nail extension;
- - metabolic disorders;
- - lack of vitamins.
First of all, it is important to find out the cause of unwanted changes. If the problem lies in the medical plane, with proper treatment, the condition of the nails also normalizes. If you suspect beriberi, it is enough to take a course of vitamins for nails and hair, while switching to the so-called "smart" medicinal varnishes, which are sold in abundance in pharmacies.
Often the nails "fly" after pregnancy, after intensive treatment of any diseases, after prolonged use of hormonal drugs. Vitamins and time will help here - you need to wait until the body recovers.
In the case when the nails have lost their structure, shape and color due to excessive chemical exposure, there is nothing more effective than essential oils for strengthening nails in any form - baths, applications, rubbing.
Choosing an essential oil
The easiest and shortest way to heal is to regularly rub pure aroma oils or mixtures of them into the nails. Among the most effective "healers" of nails and hair are eucalyptus, bergamot, lemon, rosemary, ylang-ylang oils. Base oils, or carrier oils, are:
- - olive;
- - almond;
- - jojoba.
Usually 2-3 drops of the chosen essential oil are added to 10 ml of base. The mixture is carefully rubbed into the nail plate and the skin around it until completely absorbed. This is both rubbing and massage at the same time: let's not forget that many active biopoints responsible for vital organs are concentrated on the fingertips.
Keep in mind that different essential oils for strengthening nails are used for different problems. For example, in case of brittleness, it is recommended to focus on oils:
- - eucalyptus;
- - chamomile;
- - patchouli;
- - sandal;
- - bergamot;
- - tea tree.
With layered nails, lemon, rosemary, myrrh will help. 2 drops of essential oil per tablespoon of base is the standard ratio. There is an excellent universal recipe for a mixture that can be prepared for future use, for one course of treatment, and for a course of prevention: for 50 ml of jojoba oil - three drops of rose, fir and lemon oils, use the mixture until it runs out. Apply it like varnish with a soft brush every day. The effect will exceed all expectations.
Since each of the essential oils has its own universal properties, it will not be superfluous to know which oil to use in a particular case.
Ylang-ylang will help to cope with the thinning of the nail plate. Bergamot helps wonderfully when nails become weak, break, it would seem, for no reason. If you regularly use caring masks and baths with rosemary, you will soon notice that your nails begin to grow faster.
Geranium oil will affect not only the nail plate itself, but also the cuticle. When doing a manicure, we either cut or push back the cuticle. However, we can treat it this way only with its surface layer, which contains already dead cells. Deeper layers "lie down" behind the nail hole. They need care and regular hydration. The cuticle plays the role of a "protector" from the penetration of pathogens, bacteria. Therefore, she also needs to be “looked after”. Celandine oil has antiseptic properties - this is just what we need. Geranium oil is very hydrating.
Burdock and castor oils stimulate the growth of marigolds, make them stronger and more resistant to external influences. And if you start using orange oil regularly, you will notice that your nails begin to shine, and without the use of any “special means”.
Effective Recipes
Masks for marigolds can be done at home often, because. they do not require the purchase of expensive funds and do not take much time. While you are sitting, dipping your fingers into the nutrient mixture, you can dream and relax: in this way, a mask or a bath will have a double effect, strengthening both the nails and the nervous system.
An excellent mask is obtained by using three components - oils:
- - red pepper;
- - lemon;
- - myrrh.
To them you need to add a teaspoon of sea salt (or ordinary, if there is no sea salt) and rub the composition into the nails for 3 minutes. A couple of times a week will be enough to strengthen the nails.
You can take a ripe tomato, mash it, add a teaspoon of olive oil and 3-4 drops of rosemary oil. Sit with your fingers immersed in the mixture for about 15 minutes. Then rinse off the mask with warm water.
Tired of just sitting around? Then we will make a mini-massage for the nails: take a pinch of sea salt and start rubbing it into the nails. Then we melt a piece of beeswax and, combining it with 4 drops of grape seed oil (more is possible, because this is a base oil, it can be used in its pure form), we continue the massage. This procedure can be done once every 15 days.
Baths with essential oils
Properly caring for themselves, women regularly pamper their nails with baths with the addition of aromatic oils. There are a lot of recipes, here is one of them. Pour a tablespoon of almond oil into a bowl and add 2-3 drops of grapefruit, ylang-ylang and bergamot. Hold your fingers in this mixture, then put on cotton gloves and do not take them off for two hours. It can be even simpler: dip your fingers in warmed olive oil and sit like that for half an hour. Nails will be grateful for such care.
You can make a bath with sour cream. To do this, dissolve 3 drops of any oil (depending on the problem that needs to be dealt with) in fatty sour cream. After holding the hands in the composition for about 15 minutes, wash off, apply the cream.
You can do baths with sea salt. They have a firming and healing effect.
To make your nails transparent, even, squeeze a few drops of lemon juice into a spoonful of olive oil and hold your hands in the mixture for a while.
In everyday care, essential oils for strengthening nails can simply be part of your favorite hand cream. One option: add three drops of lemon and eucalyptus and five drops of lavender to a jar of cream, mix and use as usual, morning, afternoon and evening.
When planning your care procedures, try to choose a time when no one bothers you, because. you need to withstand at least 15 minutes so that the beneficial components of the mask or bath have time to be absorbed and begin to act. Before applying the masks, it is necessary to remove the varnish, treat the cuticle, prepare a moisturizer, which you will lubricate your hands after the caring procedure.
And a few more tips for every day.
Poor condition of the nails often signals some kind of malfunction in the body. Malnutrition will certainly leave its marks. In case of problems with nails, it is necessary to include foods rich in calcium in the diet - cottage cheese, milk, cheese, natural gelatin is very useful - these are favorite aspics, jelly, jelly.
Foods high in iron, iodine, silicon, sulfur, vitamins A and B are vital - these are absolutely all green vegetables, tomatoes, cucumbers, cabbage, liver, vegetable oil, egg yolk. Tasty and healthy, and most importantly - nothing special, this is the usual set of products for our table. Cheers.
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Few girls can boast of long, healthy and well-groomed nails on their hands. For most of us, they are usually thin, brittle, and slow growing.
Some ladies use expensive products for treatment, constantly visit nail salons, use extensions, shell polish ... Other girls are embarrassed by their unkempt hands, hiding them in their pockets.
Oil for nail growth is quite capable of solving this problem.
With the help of simple recipes for using oil solutions at home, any woman can quickly grow beautiful nails, give them strength, shine and strength. You just need to choose the right product in the store, find the one that suits you in terms of composition and indications.
Oils that accelerate nail growth: selection criteria, composition requirements
Oils that stimulate faster growth can be bought as a finished product. Before buying at any pharmacy, you need to check the availability of the required components in them. Mandatory ingredients should be vitamins E, A, C, base oil and essential oil to choose from. The base ones are usually olive, almond or coconut.
Of the essential used:
- burdock;
- peach;
- rosewood;
- lavender;
- eucalyptus;
- others as indicated.
You should check in advance if there are any allergies or irritations to any of them. The bottle should describe the method of application, indicate the expiration date, indications. It is more convenient if the product is applied with a brush in the manner of varnish.
Castor oil for nail growth: properties, methods of application
With the help of this useful component, you can strengthen the nail plates, grow them faster, and restore shine. Before purchasing in a pharmacy, you need to check the expiration date, composition. You should take only that which has passed the cold pressing, has 1 category. Before use, it is better to heat it in a hot spoon or steam it.
You can lubricate your nails with it, holding it for a couple of hours without rinsing, or do baths. In this case, you will have to take a saucer, lower your fingertips into it for half an hour. It is recommended to mix castor oil with any essential oils for greater effect.
Essential oils that stimulate rapid growth: combinations, properties, recipes
If desired, for home use, you can make a therapeutic oil mixture yourself by purchasing the necessary components according to the found recipe. In this case, you will have to prepare the mixture yourself.
The most useful are:
- lemon, grapefruit, cedar, olive, cocoa, avocado - strengthen nails, stimulate their growth, reduce brittleness;
- jojoba, peach, apricot, almond - nourish and strengthen the nail plates, prevent severe delamination;
- rosemary, mint, sandalwood - eliminate brittleness, promote strengthening.
The following combinations have the most useful properties:
- citrus fruits mixed with cedar, pine;
- grapefruit with almonds, mint;
- jojoba with cedar;
- almond, bergamot plus lemon;
- cedar, sandalwood, peach.
Here are the most effective recipes:
- We take 3 drops of almonds, cedar, grapefruit. Mix with a teaspoon of olive oil, apply with a brush. Put on gloves and leave overnight.
- You need to take 10 drops of peach, coconut, 5 - olive, 3 - orange. Stir, keep like this for 2 hours in the evening.
Seven drops of castor, 3 drops of avocado and 1 - bergamot are mixed in a spoon, heated, applied for 15 minutes. - In all cases, procedures should be done in the evening, after cleaning the nail plates from old varnish. Keep the composition must be at least two hours. The procedure is recommended to be repeated at least twice a week.
Weleda baby oil also strengthens nails
I also want to tell you about one of the few benefits of caring for a small child, which will allow all young mothers “on the job”, as they say, to have strong, beautiful, fast-growing fingernails.
This is a nail oil. No, of course it is for child care, but here's the thing: after two or three weeks of using this oil, the nails grow faster and become stronger and whiter, or something ...
I try to use natural cosmetics. And the products of the cosmetic company "Weleda" (Weleda) are my undoubted favorite.
Baby care oil with calendula is an excellent oil for nail growth. It does not contain dyes, preservatives and flavors, however, like all Weleda products. Absolutely natural and well tolerated by those with sensitive skin or neurodermatitis.
Made with sweet almond oil, calendula and chamomile flower extracts. A subtle refined smell gives it a small amount of natural essential oils.
I personally really like how this oil smells, soothes and relaxes. This is what aromatherapy is.
Moreover, Weleda produces another version of this oil, only without smell. Probably for allergy sufferers or children whose skin is very sensitive to the use of even a small amount of essential oils.
Many of us are aware of such problems as exfoliating and brittle nails - all this comes from a lack of moisture and nutrition. And it is oil that will help fill in the gaps! Especially for you, we have collected the best nail strengthening products, choose any.
Choosing the best nail oil
Rescue Rxx Keratin Oil by CND
A miracle product that the site editor uses regularly, CND oil contains keratin. What it is? Keratin is a protein that is the basis for the "building" of a healthy nail. Often this element is not enough in the body, but it can be replenished from the outside if you regularly use such means. It is better to apply this oil every day and not wash it for at least half an hour, with this treatment regimen, the nails will become more elastic in 2 weeks. By the way, the oil also changes color - the plate turns white.
Price: about 1500 rubles.
Green Tea Hyaluronic Shot by Anny
This remedy contains avocado oil - very fatty and nutritious. But the main thing is that it contains hyaluronic acid, which is useful not only for our skin, but also for nails. "Hyaluronka" helps the nail plate retain moisture: the nail dries less, which means less exfoliation. True, for a couple of weeks you will have to give up a manicure with a coating, but the result is worth it: the serum oil will put your nails in order.
Price: about 600 rubles.
Tea Tree Oil by Organic Shop
Tea tree oil is a proven way to strengthen nails, as reliable as lemon or sea water. The Organic Shop brand has a special nail oil that needs to be rubbed daily for best result. You can do this even on painted nails - the main thing is to work out the cuticle roller so that the new nail grows healthy.
Price: about 250 rubles.
Regenerating Oil Belweder
This nail treatment is a cocktail of jojoba, avocado and macadamia essential oils. In addition, the composition contains beta-carotene, which is responsible for the strength of our nails. You can use it not so often, 2-3 times a week will be enough. By the way, this oil is very useful in winter, because it not only strengthens the nail, but also perfectly moisturizes the skin, allowing you to forget about such troubles as burrs.
Price: about 150 rubles.
Vitamin oil for strengthening nails Nail Beauty Oil from Milv
The composition of Milv oil is simple - it's just vitamins, A and E in liquid form. You have probably heard about their benefits many times. So this is it! Use as a preventive measure, for example, between gel polishes.
Price: about 160 rubles.
Essence Nail Repairing Oil
This product is made up of a blend of almond and organ oils, which are renowned for their regenerative properties as well as accelerating nail growth. Perfect option for those who want to grow their nails a little. In addition, we liked the applicator: the nail care oil does not spread, you can even use it at work!
Beautiful and well-groomed hands serve calling card modern woman. Smooth skin, neat manicure is the result of regular and proper care. A beautiful manicure is impossible without healthy nails.
Currently, there are many different salon procedures and tools for home care. Most of them are related to aromatherapy. It is based on essential oils. Wide spectrum their action allows you to maintain the skin of the hands and the condition of the nails in perfect condition. In addition, some oils in their composition are strong natural aphrodisiacs.
They have an effect not only on the restoration of the body, but also on the general emotional state.
Features and Benefits
Essential oils are a natural product that is obtained from different parts of plants by pressing. As a rule, this is a highly concentrated remedy both in texture and in aroma. One drop contains a huge proportion of vitamins, minerals and fatty acids. It is a powerful remedy for troubleshooting and maintaining a healthy appearance. It is also useful as a preventive measure. Nails need constant hydration, nourishment and strengthening. The directed action of the components gives excellent results.
This means that the effect of use is manifested after several applications.
Types and properties
Extracts from plants are divided into essential (aroma) and base oils. Consider the most popular types of aomamasel and what problems they are best suited for solving.
- lemon oil- the most common application. It is lemon extract that has a whitening effect, promotes good hydration and strengthens the nail plate. Similar properties have orange and grapefruit. They are also used as an independent remedy, but most often, together with lemon.
- lavender oil used to heal and soften the cuticle. After its impact, the cuticle becomes elastic, even, without burrs. It is recommended to use for long stay in the cold or for a long stay in a dry room. Heals damage quickly.
- Ylang Ylang Oil eliminates the dryness of the nail and the problem of its delamination. With regular use, the surface of the nail becomes even and smooth. The fortress returns and growth accelerates. It is useful to apply when polishing the nail plate.
- Tea tree oil Great for restoring and strengthening nails. It is the number one remedy for the fight against nail fungus.
- Eucalyptus oil used as an antiseptic. It disinfects well, which contributes to rapid healing and recovery. Myrrh oil has the same effect.
- rose oil good for preventive purposes Good moisturizing, nourishing and firming agent.
- sandalwood oil moisturizes the cuticle, heals cracks, strengthens nails, soothes the skin. As part of aromatic mixtures, it works as an antifungal.
Base oils include:
- Wheat germ oil The composition contains vitamins of group B.A, D. E. fatty acids, proteins, minerals. An excellent base for nail care mixtures.
- Linseed oil The main advantage in composition is the high content of alpha-linolenic acid. Its use helps the body to better absorb fatty acids, which stimulate the active work of cells. It is this property that contributes to the rapid growth of nails.
- Jojoba oil gives nails good nutrition, prevents their delamination. The composition contains wax, which serves as protection for them. The same effect is exerted by olive and coconut.
How to choose
The most important thing in choosing is the aroma. The smell should be pleasant and not cause discomfort. If the aroma is not suitable, then a large concentration of smell can worsen well-being. Also, the product can give an allergic reaction. Therefore, before starting the application, it is necessary to check for skin reaction. On the inside of the wrist, apply a mixture of essential oil and any base oil. If no allergic reaction occurs within 12 hours, it can be used.
A very important point is the purchase of products only in specialized departments or pharmacies.
Next, we need to decide for what purposes we will use it. If only preventive measures are needed to strengthen and improve nail growth, rose, chamomile, rosemary, tea tree, and jojoba oils are best.
For whitening citrus fruits are best. The championship belongs to the lemon, orange and grapefruit work well with it.
To strengthen splitting nails better to use oils apricot kernels, ylang-ylang, bergamot, myrrh, lavender.
Repair and strengthen dry brittle nails rosemary, bergamot, lemon, sandalwood, wheat germ will help.
To fight fungus- tea tree, sandalwood, It is great to use eucalyptus and myrrh together with them.
For cuticle care it is good to use lavender, myrrh, sandalwood.
For general care for dry hands you need to use rose, lavender, avocado and almond.
How to apply
There are many ways to use essential oils. They can be used in pure form, and as part of various aromatic mixtures. But not all oils can be used in their pure form. Due to the high concentration of substances, you can get burns. To avoid burns, it is recommended to use in mixtures with base oils. Do not use before nail extensions or nail polish. To eliminate problems, achieve a stable and complete result, it is recommended to carry out nail care procedures at least 2 times a week. In order to prevent nail care with aromatic oils, you can periodically take a course of 10-15 procedures.
For home use, it is convenient to make hand baths. To do this, add 3-4 drops of aroma oil to half a liter of water at a temperature of about 40 degrees. The effect can be enhanced by adding a teaspoon of sea salt. Lower your arms for 15-20 minutes.
Tray for nail restoration with ylang-ylang, based on 1 glass of water, take 1 tablespoon. sea salt and 3-5 drops of ylang-ylang
Tray for whitening nails in 0.5 cups of water, add 1 teaspoon of sea salt and 10-15 drops of lemon or grapefruit
Tray to strengthen nails with rosemary for 1 glass of water you need to take 1 teaspoon of sea salt and 3 drops of rosemary
Bath against fungus. In 1 liter of water, add 2 drops of tea tree and lavender and 1 drop of sandalwood.
Compresses- another simple and effective method nail care at home. It works especially well if there is a problem with cracks, peeling and exfoliating nails. The napkin is soaked with a mixture of one tablespoon of any base oil and 5 drops of essential oil. Then put on your hands and covered with a towel. Keep the compress for 15 minutes.
Compress with sage 5 ml base oil of jojoba or olive oil add 5 drops of sage.
Compress with lemon and rose in 1 tablespoon of olive or almond oil, add 5 drops of lemon and rose.
Homemade hand cream can be prepared by mixing 1 tablespoon of herbal decoction with 25 grams of butter, 1 teaspoon of base and essential oils and 1 teaspoon of fresh honey. Melt all this in a water bath and beat until completely cooled. After that, add 3 drops each of rose, geranium and ylang-ylang oils. Apply this cream daily, morning and evening. A jar of cream must be stored in the refrigerator.
If you need to quickly put your hands in order, you can cook revitalizing cream by adding a few drops of aroma oil to any oily cosmetic cream.
For masks compositions from aromatic oils are best suited. Apply a mixture of base and essential oils to pre-steamed hands. Rub in for 5 minutes. The addition of vitamin E to these mixtures makes their composition more enriched, and vitamin E is better absorbed.
Such masks must be done 2 times a week. Store them in a dark glass jar at temperatures up to 25 degrees.
For general nail care It is great to use a mixture of one teaspoon of jojoba base oil and 2 drops each of lemon, rose and ylang ylang. To enhance the effect, we add a vitamin E capsule. This composition works great in all directions. The nails will receive the necessary moisture, the strengthening will have a healthy color, the nail plate will have a flat, smooth surface.
To restore the cuticle, mix a tablespoon of wheat germ oil with 2 drops of lavender and 2 drops of tea tree.
This recipe can be used daily, preferably at night.
If the cuticle is inflamed, then it is better to replace wheat germ oil with olive oil. This mixture removes inflammatory process has a cooling and soothing effect.
Blend of almond and grapefruit oils strengthen nails. When added to water, it can be used as an aroma bath.
To nourish the nail plate mix half a tablespoon of almond oil and jojoba oil, add 2 drops of myrrh oil, 5 drops of lemon and 7-8 drops of lavender. After applying such a mask, the problem of delamination of nails will disappear. Suitable for daily use.
To eliminate fungus you need to mix a tablespoon of calendula with 3 drops of cinnamon and 1 drop of lavender.
The composition should be rubbed several times a day until the symptoms disappear completely.
