Nail Files

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Nail files are equally important for both men and women. They help to keep nails healthy, eliminate sharp edges and enable us to contour the nail into a desired shape. Nail files have different types of grit, which are indicated by numbers between 40 and 4000. The lower numbers are more abrasive, whilst grits over 320 refer to buffing products designed to bring natural shine and gloss to the nails. Whilst nail files and manicure sets can bring your hands up to scratch, it is important to remember that there are many factors which can affect the appearance and quality of our nails. So before we start filing and buffing, check out these other issues which could be causing problems for your nails. Are you biting your nails? When we experience periods of stress, biting our nails can become a bit of a problem. Habitual biting can lead to bacteria being transferred from our hands to our mouth and subsequently to our gut. This can lead to stomach upsets, whilst open wounds around the nail can cause infection. Applying nail polish to your fingers can act as an excellent reminder to stop biting or picking at the nail. Polish Peel Have you not heard of nail polish remover? Picking off nail polish is super damaging to the nail. It strips the nail of a protective layer, leaving the nail open for breakage and damage. Invest in nail polish remover pads which allow you to change your nails on the go. Don’t cut your cuticles! There may be a product specifically designed to cut your cuticles, but doing so is not advisable. Obviously, you don’t want the cuticle to mess up your manicure, but you need to remove it very carefully. Apply a cuticle oil, which allows you to gently push the unwanted skin out of the way. Healthy Outside, Starts inside. It is a no-brainer. Your overall health, including the health of your hail and nails, starts with what you eat. The recommended foods for nail health are pretty obvious, leafy greens, vegetables and oily fish. Fizzy drinks and alcohol should b