Often we are asked questions about nail problems. \u00a0 \u00a0The three main \u00a0conditions are \u00a0fungal infections, cracked, or split nails. \u00a0 \u00a0Poor nutrition, dryness, overwashing, aging, trauma and \u00a0using harsh nail products \u00a0all play a roll in nail health.<\/p>\n
Nail hydration helps maintain healthy nails – don’t forget nails tissue is dead. \u00a0Spending lots of money on products that claim to make nails healthy is generally a waste of money. \u00a0It is important to use products to help hydrate such as glycerin along with a bit of lactic acid and urea.<\/p>\n
During the Generational Dermatology Summit in New York City, this topic was addressed by well known US dermatologists. For Brittle Nail Syndrome, the importance of hydration, urea, lactic acid and the avoidance of hand sanitizers containing triclosan was discussed. \u00a0There are some studies suggesting that oral calcium, zinc, selenium, b12 and Vitamin A may be important.<\/p>\n
French manicures and good quality nail polish help to \u00a0protect the nails from damage. \u00a0Nail shellacs are polymers cured and bonded through UV radiation to the natural nail. \u00a0They are \u00a0quite long wearing , \u00a0resistant to chips and are attractive. There may be a concern regarding the UV radiation used to cure the shellac. \u00a0The wavelength used may possibly damage the retina.<\/p>\n
For those who \u00a0have underlying health issues or are concerned about catching a nail fungus or bacterial infection it is important to go to the appropriate clinic for pedicures. A \u00a0high level of sanitation and sterilization is important, such as that obtained through a \u00a0medical facility. \u00a0The term “medi pedi” is unregulated – it is not the same as a medical pedicure, where high standards need to be met and a medical doctor with \u00a0dermatology training \u00a0 is present to address your concerns.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Often we are asked questions about nail problems. \u00a0 \u00a0The three main \u00a0conditions are \u00a0fungal infections, cracked, or split nails. \u00a0 \u00a0Poor nutrition, dryness, overwashing, aging, trauma and \u00a0using harsh nail products \u00a0all play a roll in nail health. Nail … Continue reading