Filing your nails may seem like a simple task. However, there are still many common mistakes. We’ll explain how to file your nails the best way.
Why file?
Your nails grow on average 2 to 3 mm per month. Want long nails? Then maintaining your nails is very important. The key point is to take care of your nail plates. The nail plates consist of 3 layers. When they dry out, the top layer, the horn layer, comes loose. This is also known as splitting nails. The second layer is the keratin layer, which absorbs all nutrients and retains moisture and fat. The third layer is the attachment layer, which is connected to the skin. Cutting your nails is not recommended, as this opens up the nail plates. Cutting is therefore the biggest cause of splitting nails. To achieve strong and healthy nails, it’s wiser to file them. But how?
How to file your nails
Here are some important points for filing your nails:
- Always use a file with a fine texture for filing your nails. A coarse file can cause snagging. Check out the various nail files from Impulss on ANVY.nl.
- Always file your nails in one direction. This prevents the nail plates from opening up.
- Hold the file at a 45-degree angle under the nail.
- Never file too much from the sides. If this layer becomes too thin, the nail is more likely to tear.
- File your nails at least 2 times a week to properly seal the nail plates.
Filing is really simple when you follow these important points. Soon, enjoy beautiful, strong, and long nails!
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