Beauty

If the nails began to break, crumble or exfoliate, they clearly need additional care in the form of a course of “enhanced therapy”. However, industrial products sold on the shelves of cosmetic stores do not always inspire confidence, because they include many completely unhealthy substances. At the same time, the preparation of homemade masks for hands and nails often requires a lot of time and effort. However, if you need a quick and convenient remedy for strengthening nails on a completely natural basis, quick ointments and compresses that are easy to prepare and pleasant to use will be a godsend for you. Procedures using such products do not take much time, and the effect of them is not weaker than that of masks and baths to strengthen nails.

This article has selected the best recipes for ointments and compresses, which, with regular use, will help you make your nails hard, dense and elastic.

Ointments for strengthening nails

The undeniable advantage of using ointment to strengthen nails is that it does not require much time. It is enough for you to prepare the remedy once, and you can store it in the refrigerator for an average of up to a month. In addition, the procedure for strengthening nails in this way pleases with its ease. After all, it is enough just to rub the ointment into the nails and cuticles with light massage movements. The main thing is to do it regularly. And nails will surprise you with their health and beauty.

Ointment No. 1

Step 1. Mix a teaspoon of Vaseline and ½ teaspoon of olive oil. Knead until a homogeneous mass is obtained.

Step 2. Add five drops of liquid vitamin A and vitamin E to the mixture. Stir.

Treatment cycle: The ointment should be rubbed into the base of the nail 2-3 times a day. Duration 1 month.

Result: Nails become dense and firm. Growth accelerates. Layering stops.

Shelf life: The ointment can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.

Ointment No. 2

Step 1. Squeeze out the lemon juice and strain it through a sieve or cheesecloth.

Step 2. Mix a teaspoon of glycerin and a tablespoon of lemon juice. Knead.

Step 3. Add a tablespoon of rose water to the mixture. Stir. If the ointment is too liquid, add a little flour to thicken it. Knead until all lumps are dissolved.

Treatment cycle: The ointment should be rubbed into the base of the nail once a day. Duration 6 weeks.

Result: Nails become elastic and smooth. The yellowish tint is gone. Nails do not break or peel.

Shelf life: The ointment can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 weeks.

Attention! During the treatment cycle, be sure to use an additional nourishing cream, as glycerin and lemon juice dry the skin.

Ointment No. 3

Step 1. Mix a tablespoon of olive oil and a teaspoon of castor oil.

Step 2. Add 5-7 drops of iodine to the oil mixture. Stir.

Step 3. For density, add flour to the mask. Mix thoroughly.

Treatment cycle: The ointment should be rubbed into the base of the nail once a day. Duration 4-5 weeks.

Result: Nails become hard and strong. Stop peeling and cracking. Growth is activated.

Shelf life: The ointment can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4-6 weeks.

Attention! When preparing an ointment, do not overdo it with iodine, as with excessive use it dries out the skin and leaves yellow stains on the skin.

Compresses for strengthening nails

Compresses for strengthening nails can also be called a «quick procedure». Compresses are very easy to prepare, and the duration of the procedure itself is only a few minutes. In addition, this method of strengthening nails is especially pleasant in the cool season, as it pleasantly warms frozen hands.

Compress No. 1

Step 1 Prepare dill water. To do this, pour a tablespoon of chopped dill with a glass of boiling water. Let it brew for 10 minutes.

Step 2. Strain the infusion through a sieve and bring to a boil again.

Step 3. Add a teaspoon of peach oil and a tablespoon of olive oil to the infusion.

Step 4. Wash your hands with hot water to prepare them for the procedure. Take a small terry towel and soak it in the hot mixture. Wrap the fingers of one hand in the hot wrung out towel. Keep the compress on your hand until it completely cools down. Repeat the procedure with the other hand. It is advisable to do 2-3 repetitions for each hand.

Treatment cycle: The compress should be performed every day before going to bed. Duration 2 weeks.

Result: Nails become dense and strong. Decreased brittleness. Moisturizes the skin of the hands.

Shelf life: The mixture is suitable for single use only.

Compress No. 1

Step 1. Prepare and squeeze juice from any sour berries (blackcurrant, cherry, dogwood) through a sieve. You can use one type of berries, or several at once.

Step 2. Mix half a glass of juice and one glass of boiling water.

Step 3. Add a few drops of any vegetable oil to the mixture.

Step 4. Wash your hands with hot water to prepare them for the procedure. Dampen a heavy paper towel (you can use a paper towel folded 4 times) in the hot mixture. Carefully wrap the fingers of one hand in the hot towel. Keep the compress on your arm for 10 minutes. Repeat the procedure with the other hand. It is advisable to do 2-3 repetitions for each hand.

Treatment cycle: The compress should be performed every day before going to bed. Duration 2 weeks.

Result: Nails become elastic and stop peeling. Growth accelerates.

Shelf life: The mixture can be prepared twice. Store in the refrigerator for no more than 2 days. Before the procedure, heat, but do not bring to a boil.

Attention! Berry juice can cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, before use, test the mixture on one finger. And if inflammation is not observed during the day, you can proceed to the procedure.

May your nails be strong, beautiful and healthy!

Author: Natalia Kay

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