Do you give enough attention to your nails? Or are you one of those who pay only the smallest attention to them, only caring to cut them once a month or if they grow too long?

When it comes to taking care of our body, we all should never forget even the smallest parts, not even the nails! They take very little space on our hands, but these little things are what protects the sensitive part within where the nerves are located.

Nail Damage and Breakage
Men and women alike have to give importance to avoiding scratches on the surface of the nails, chips on the tips and most especially, the breakage of the nail and other more severe damages.

Day after day, our nails get worn out because of wear and tear. We use our hands for almost everything and it leaves our nails vulnerable and usually unprotected from the activities we do that might damage it.

More often than not, whether we admit it or not, our own nails get taken for granted. The problem with our own inability to give proper care will result in unhealthy nails that are not in the pristine condition that we like.

Healthy Beautiful Nails
Did you know that your nails can also contribute to the overall appearance you give to other people? Keeping your fingers and nails in tip top shape will give the impression of impeccable grooming. Men should keep their nails trimmed, and give proper attention to the dirt and grime that might get stuck in between. Women, especially for those who prefer their nails long and elegant, should always maintain them by keeping them in perfect shape, with no chip to their nail polish.

Keeping the nails clean enhances the beauty of your hands. Most people will say that dirty, unkempt nails make the hands look older and unsightly. It is important to know proper nail care to keep them strong, clean and healthy all the time.

Proper Nail Care Routine
Taking the time to give your nails inspection will go a long way in determining the problems and what you need to do to take care of them. Examine the texture of your nails and the color, notice if there are any scratches to be treated or chips that need to be trimmed.

Most especially for women who wear colored polishes, it is very important to take off the polish at least a week or more and let the nails sit bare for a while. Speaking of nail polishes, it is a must that you only use nail polishes that does not make your nails a sickly yellow.

Make it a habit to drop by the nearest nail parlor once in a while, for your monthly nail maintenance. If you don’t frequent nail salons, then make it a point to learn the basics of nail grooming. Do a manicure at home if you know how to do it. What’s important is you put a little effort into maintaining the health of your nails

Always keep a hand and nail kit in your drawer, with at least the basic equipments and nail care products. Stash your clippers, nail files, nail balms and ointments, anti-bacterial or sanitizing hand gels, as well as your favorite nail colors and top coats.

More than maintenance, it is also wise to stop bad habits from ruining our fingernails. One common example is chewing nails. Without even thinking, certain people do this by force of habit and it is one of the main causes of chipped, uneven nails.

Caring for your nails mean reducing the dangers against possible damage. Refrain from using your nails to scratch stains off from anything, even from scratch-off cards, use a coin or a flat metal item instead. Always use gloves whenever doing the dishes, cleaning or washing clothes because the harsh cleaning soap or detergents may damage the nails.

Finally, it’s important to never forget your diet. The healthier you feed the body, every bit and part will be, too. Eating healthy food, taking vitamins and regular intake of fluids will reflect on your nails, keeping it stronger and healthier.