Having yellowish nails is a big nuisance for many women. Some of the causes of this problem are the use of dark colored nail polishes and acetone based nail polish removers.
When applying a dark nail polish directly on the nails, without using the transparent base first, the nail polish pigments adhere to the nail surface, which may leave them a different color from their normal appearance.
Acetone-based nail polish removers are another enemy of clear nails.
This is because this substance removes the natural moisture from the nail, causing chemical changes that cause the yellowish appearance.
Removing dark nail polish and then applying light nail polish can be quite laborious if you don't know a few tricks that make this process faster and less aggressive.
Here are some valuable tips for getting away from the problem and always having well-groomed nails.
Tricks to keep nails free of yellowish aspect
- Before applying nail polish, always apply a foundation. If you want extra protection look for bases enriched with moisturizers and nutrients in its composition. The bases also contribute to greater color durability;
- When removing nail polish, use non-acetone removers. These products are a bit more expensive but guarantee the healthy look of nails. When applying the remover, be careful not to make any sudden movements. Ideally, the movement should be top to bottom and toothpicks should be used to remove the enamel from the corners;
- After removing the nail polish, if the nails are yellowish, use one tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide (volume 10) mixed in 100ml of hot water and soak your nails for ten minutes. Wash hands thoroughly afterwards;
- Another option is to dissolve two denture holder tablets in 100ml of warm water, dip a brush and rub it on the nails;
- If you are not adept at home recipes there are nail whiteners for sale in specialty cosmetics stores, these, besides being fragrant, promise to remove stains and give uniformity to the texture of nails;
- Be careful with nail material, if it is shared with other people or if you do nail with salon equipment, make sure that it is hygienic and sterilizing as yellowed nails can be a sign of fungus or infections that can be transmitted through a manicure kit;
- Always apply a moisturizing nail cream without enamel, as hydration contributes to the maintenance of the natural protective film of the nail surface.
Look out for the health of your nails and see a dermatologist if their appearance remains altered, as the different colors, deformations, paleness, weakening and marks may be a sign of a disease that should be treated by a specialist.
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