Hair and Now
Take a Glance at Your Hands
Spring is just around the corner, and let's face it: that winter air has really done a number on our hands. From dry, cracked hands to brittle, pealing nails, our hands pay the price for the ice and snow.
The time to schedule your manicure is now. The most convenient and relaxing way to care for your nails is to visit your local nail technician. But do you really have the time to spend in the salon being pampered? Consider this: skin and nail care is about more than just being pampered; it's about maintaining the strong nails and soft, moisturized skin we all love.
There are several things we should always remember when scheduling our nail appointments. The first is sanitation. Are all of the instruments used in the nail service being properly sanitized between clients? The table and the towel should be neat and clean when you sit down. All of the instruments used should be freshly washed and sanitized. Everything that's disposable should be thrown away after each service. Also, the nail technician and the client should wash their hands before the service begins. Don't be afraid to ask your nail tech how things are cleaned at the salon.
The second thing we should remember is information. Is each step of the service being properly explained to you? If you've never been to a certain salon, your technician should take the time to explain all of your options, including natural manicures and artificial nails. You should also share any important medical information with him or her. Sometimes, medication can interfere with the application of certain nail products.
Finally, we need to remember to take care of our nails between visits. Bi-weekly manicures are wonderful, but all of the work will be for nothing if we aren't taking time to maintain the look. The first thing that's essential for great nails is cuticle oil. Nails that are hard need to be well moisturized. If they aren't, they begin to split and peel. Another must is nail-strengthening polish such as OPI Nail Envy. Keeping your nails painted with a strengthening polish protects your nails, while allowing them to grow healthy and strong.
So, as we put away our hats and gloves in preparation for spring, take a glance at your hands. Are they dry and cracked? If so, give your nearest nail technician a call. TPW
The time to schedule your manicure is now. The most convenient and relaxing way to care for your nails is to visit your local nail technician. But do you really have the time to spend in the salon being pampered? Consider this: skin and nail care is about more than just being pampered; it's about maintaining the strong nails and soft, moisturized skin we all love.
There are several things we should always remember when scheduling our nail appointments. The first is sanitation. Are all of the instruments used in the nail service being properly sanitized between clients? The table and the towel should be neat and clean when you sit down. All of the instruments used should be freshly washed and sanitized. Everything that's disposable should be thrown away after each service. Also, the nail technician and the client should wash their hands before the service begins. Don't be afraid to ask your nail tech how things are cleaned at the salon.
The second thing we should remember is information. Is each step of the service being properly explained to you? If you've never been to a certain salon, your technician should take the time to explain all of your options, including natural manicures and artificial nails. You should also share any important medical information with him or her. Sometimes, medication can interfere with the application of certain nail products.
Finally, we need to remember to take care of our nails between visits. Bi-weekly manicures are wonderful, but all of the work will be for nothing if we aren't taking time to maintain the look. The first thing that's essential for great nails is cuticle oil. Nails that are hard need to be well moisturized. If they aren't, they begin to split and peel. Another must is nail-strengthening polish such as OPI Nail Envy. Keeping your nails painted with a strengthening polish protects your nails, while allowing them to grow healthy and strong.
So, as we put away our hats and gloves in preparation for spring, take a glance at your hands. Are they dry and cracked? If so, give your nearest nail technician a call. TPW