Here are some tips on how to clean your nails at home:
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Trim your nails straight across to avoid ingrown nails. Cut your nails right after you’ve showered or bathed so that the nails are softer.
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Scrub the underside of nails with soap and water (or a nail brush) every time you wash your hands. Clean any nail grooming tools before use. In commercial settings such as nail salons, sterilize nail grooming tools before use.
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Use a soft washcloth to help get those hard-to-reach spots under your fingernails and around your cuticles. Use dish soaps to clean your hands and nails. These soaps are made to cut grease and are often effective in reducing grease and oil buildup under the nails.
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Use a moisturizer or nail oil to maintain your nail health after cleaning. Petroleum jelly is a common household product that can help keep nails healthy.
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To remove nail polish, you can use commercial nail polish removers or make your own using household products such as vinegar, lemon juice, or rubbing alcohol.
Positive aspects of cleaning nails at home include maintaining good hygiene and keeping your nails healthy. Negative aspects may include accidentally injuring yourself while trimming your nails or using dirty nail grooming tools.
Ingredients or materials needed for cleaning nails at home include soap, water, a soft washcloth, nail grooming tools, moisturizer or nail oil, and nail polish remover.
