During the day, our hands come into contact with almost everything, which can make our nails dirty. What if there was a way to keep your nails from getting too dirty?
Nail artist, Marta Nagorska states that because your fingernails tend to attract dirt and oil it is important to take care of them constantly.
Nailboo, a beauty hub, states that our fingernails contain keratin, which can change colour when they come in contact with dirt, lotions, cosmetics, and soaps.
Health hub, CDC, advises constantly trimming and cleaning your nails regularly, adding that, it’s important to keep your nails short as long nails can collect more dirt and bacteria, which can lead to the spread of diseases.
Keep your nail clippers and files clean, especially if you’re getting your nails done at a salon. Infections in the nails can cause swelling, pain, or thickening of the nail, so it’s important to practice proper hand hygiene to stay healthy.
Here are ways to keep your nails clean, according to Nailboo and Healthline:
- Nailboo advises keeping your nails short as the longer they grow the more bacteria you are prone to.
- Avoid sharing fingernail clippers to minimise the risk of infection.
- When washing your hands, use soap and water to clean under your nails.
- Antibacterial soaps and alcohol-based hand sanitisers effectively remove bacteria from your fingertips.
- Properly dry your hands to avoid nail infections.
- Use moisturiser to keep your hands, nails, and cuticles flexible and healthy.
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