Essential oils for nails at home

General characteristics of oils for hands and nails

Perhaps each of us has encountered essential oils. Some people use them to prepare delicious dishes, some like to pamper themselves with an exotic bath, others use them for medicinal and cosmetic purposes.

But often we don’t think about how this product is obtained. It is quite difficult to obtain high-quality essential oil. This is achieved through the use of technology, including distillation, extraction, distillation, extraction and many other different processes. The finished product must concentrate all the beneficial substances inherent in the plant from which it was obtained.

Each of the natural products used for hands and nails (both basic and essential) contains substances that have one or another positive effect

Due to their persistent aromas, essential oils are widely used in the perfume industry. It is difficult to imagine modern cosmetology without their use. Beautiful hair, skin, nails, a balanced psychological state are the main results of their use. But you should not perceive natural concentrates as a panacea for all ills. They, of course, will be able to help in problematic situations, but in difficult cases they cannot do without the use of medications. Let's take a look at a group of oils that can give your hands a healthy and well-groomed appearance.

Table: beneficial properties of concentrates and base products

Currently, pharmacies and various companies offer a wide range of essential oils

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Contraindications for use

When using essential oils for healing purposes, it is worth remembering that each of them has a different set of properties. The main principle when using concentrates is to do no harm. You can avoid negative consequences by taking precautions and adhering to recommended dosages.

Be sure to read the information about known contraindications to the products before using them:

• fennel, sage, rosemary and hyssop oils should not be used if you have high blood pressure and a tendency to epileptic seizures;
• Sandalwood ether should not be used if you have kidney disease, or for pregnant women;
• a serious “stop sign” for the use of rosemary oil is bronchial asthma;
• Cypress ether is contraindicated in cases of thrombosis and increased blood clotting.

Essential oils have a small number of contraindications, but special attention should be paid to them.

Some useful tips

Essential oils are natural and effective remedies, but they are not a panacea and have their own contraindications. Therefore, in order not to run into trouble, you must remember that:

• if we are talking about serious diseases, then essential oils can only complement the medications prescribed by the doctor, but not replace them;
• when using esters in their pure form, it is better to start with a small dose, gradually increasing it to the recommended one;
• It is advisable to use all oils (except tea tree and lavender) in combination with basic plant oils;
• when combining esters, you should not use more than five components at the same time;
• within two hours after using citrus oils, you should not be in the sun;
• Before using any product, you must carefully read the contraindications.

Before using any ether, it is advisable to test for an allergic reaction (apply a small amount of the product to the crook of your elbow)

Long-term use (3 weeks) of the same oil can cause addiction. Replace it with another one or take a break.

Rules of application

A large role in nail care is given to essential oils by cosmetologists.
However, do not rush to buy some product and immediately smear your nails with it. You could get very hurt. There are many essential oils, each of them has its own characteristics and even if used incorrectly can be dangerous. These rules are available to every woman and should not be neglected. Rules for nail care using essential oils can be found in every modern magazine for women. They are all almost the same. The product is named, its action is briefly reported, and then recipes for use are offered. The difficulty is which oil to choose and which recipe to go with.

To do this, you need to know the basic properties of the product and especially the presence of contraindications to its use. Many people think that when used externally, there can be no harm to the body. But that's not true. Allergy sufferers should be especially attentive to such strong products as essential oils.

But everyone else should remember that nails also have pores. Through them, substances can enter the body. Therefore, let’s pay close attention to the recommended recipes in order to get the desired effect, and not additional troubles.

The main essential oils used in cosmetics are rose oil, lemon, rosemary, tea tree, grapefruit, choose the rest depending on the effect you need. Let's name the most relevant properties of essential oils:

• antiseptic;
• strengthening (from delamination and fragility);
• whitening;
• polishing;
• to accelerate growth.

Methods of using nail oils are also well known. These are baths, rubbing, adding to cream. More often, not one product is used, but in a mixture with others. It is important that oils of the same group are combined. Otherwise, the effect will not be what you expect.

Properties of essential oils that help in nail care:

• heal and relieve inflammation: lemon, bergamot, tea tree, sandalwood, lavender, eucalyptus, geranium, rosemary;
• add shine to the nail plate: rosemary, eucalyptus, grapefruit, ylang-ylang, lemon, tangerine;
• strengthen, eliminate fragility and fragility: pine, sandalwood, ylang-ylang, bergamot, thyme, grapefruit, sage, lemon, rosemary, rose;
• moisturize: eucalyptus, orange, geranium, bergamot;
• increase growth rate: rosemary, tea tree, grapefruit, lemon;
• whiten: grapefruit, eucalyptus, lemon, rosemary.

Baths with essential oils

Baths are one of the favorite procedures of most women. They help maintain excellent condition of nails and hands, avoid dry skin and brittle nail plate. In addition, such procedures have a beneficial effect on the finger joints. Moreover, all baths are easy to prepare:

• for hand skin: water heated to 40 °C (for normal skin) or potato decoction (for rough skin) + 3 drops of any essential oil for hand skin care, dissolved in a small amount of fatty sour cream or cream;
• 10 ml jojoba or olive oil + 12–14 drops sage oil;

  

  Jojoba oil helps retain moisture inside cells, improves skin regeneration, heals cracks and relieves pain.

In order for the baths to be effective, the water should be heated to a temperature no higher than 40 °C. The optimal duration of the procedure is 20 minutes.

Baths for hands and nails will have a quick effect with the correct dosage

How to choose quality cuticle oil and what to look for.

When purchasing care, it is important to pay attention to the composition of a product so as not to accidentally buy a product whose component may cause you an allergic reaction. And in order to remain fully satisfied with the product, you must buy nail oil for nails and cuticles strictly according to the needs and health of the hands and nail plate. The composition of a high-quality product is a complex of base oil (one or more), esters, vitamins and specially developed chemical compounds for strengthening and treatment, delivering this entire cocktail deep into the structure of the skin and nails and helping the natural ingredients to act as effectively as possible.

The product will have a qualitative effect only when you use it correctly and for its intended purpose. There are products that focus more on nutrition than hydration; There are compositions intended strictly for very damaged nails, and healthy nails simply “will not understand” them. Cuticle softeners are also available in oil form, but too frequent use of them can have the opposite effect: the cuticle will become rougher, drier, and the nail matrix, instead of being nourished, will stop the growth of nails.

When purchasing, it is also important to pay attention to the expiration date. The later the product is manufactured, the weaker its composition is in terms of possible effect, the less benefit your nails and periungual skin will receive.

Combining essential oils for nail and hand skin care

Essential oils are effective both in their pure form and as part of various mixtures (masks, lotions, applications). They are also often used in combination with each other without adding other components, providing quick and high-quality results.

Combining several essential oils helps achieve the best effect

The most frequently mentioned aromatic mixtures include:

• Antifungal mask (5 drops each of tea tree and lavender esters + 1 tbsp almond oil). Mix in an opaque glass container to avoid exposure to sunlight. Lubricate your nails 3 times a day until complete recovery.
• Application against age spots (30 ml olive oil + 10 drops of tea tree ether). Apply to problem areas and leave until completely dry. If there is a burning sensation, remove the mass with a dry cloth.
• Mask for nails prone to splitting (5 drops of cedar ether + 5 ml of almond oil).
• Composition for strengthening nails (5 ml almond oil + 5 drops of grapefruit essential oil).
• Lotion for softening cuticles (3 drops of lavender essential oil + 5 ml of wheat germ oil).

If you prepare a bath from a mixture of essential oils, the best result can be achieved by preheating it in a water or steam bath.

A mixture of aromatic oils will have a complex effect on the skin of the hands and nails

ESSENTIAL OILS FOR NAIL FUNGUS: PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION

A significant advantage of treating nail fungus with essential oils is their complex effect. Oils contribute to:

• healing of wounds and microcracks,

• prevention of re-infection,

• preventing infection of healthy tissues,

• eliminating unpleasant odors,

• relieving inflammation and swelling,

• relief from pain, itching and burning.

Essential oils for nail fungus act quickly and noticeably cool the nail plate after application. Their influence makes it possible to effectively cure the disease and, moreover, to minimize its unpleasant manifestations during therapy.

It takes several months for complete recovery from the fungus. Treatment should be continued until the healthy nail grows back. At the end of the course, it is best to do preventive procedures to avoid relapse.

Almost all essential oils for nail fungus have a pronounced antiseptic effect. They are active in both external and deep layers.

However, it should be remembered that it is difficult to completely get rid of fungus using essential oils alone. Fungal infections are best treated in combination with local pharmaceutical medications.

Reviews

I regularly make mixtures for nails, mostly oil ones, I like them the most. They strengthen the nail plate well and increase resistance to delamination (which is most important to me). From vegetable oils, my favorites are: Jojoba, Brazil nut, Baobab, Avocado, Rosehip oil. From essentials: of course citruses (Grapefruit, Lemon), Elemi, Myrrh, Neroli, Benzoin, Carrot seeds, Immortelle, Patchouli, Frankincense gum, Cedar, Cypress, Sandalwood.

margul

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How did I ever live without him? Oil has so many different uses and how you can do without it. I add it to shampoo, the oil perfectly refreshes the scalp (this is especially pleasant in the summer heat), eliminates dandruff and adds shine to the hair. I also add it when I brush my teeth with a toothbrush and my teeth are noticeably brighter (I drink a lot of tea and coffee and this means a lot to me). I also rub it into my nails to whiten, but in addition to whitening, my nails have become significantly stronger, stopped peeling and accelerated their growth.

Little Tanya

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About a week ago I made a mixture of ylang-ylang, lemon, patchouli and jojoba oils. I didn’t regret the esters, it turned out very concentrated. But you only need to use the minimum - 3-4 drops at a time. I just can’t believe my eyes! The nails stopped peeling - one, became hard as iron - two, acquired a pleasant shine - three. Throughout my life, my nails were brittle and peeled all the time. I will use it constantly now.

Bellabel

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I apply peach oil only to my nails, cuticles, sometimes to my hands instead of cream, to my elbows. I like the effect, the skin is soft and tender afterwards.

Guest

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I have modernized my strengthening agent a little. I ran out of almonds because... I read about the properties of bases and esters and made a slightly different one: avocado as a base + esters of ylang-ylang, patchouli and lemon, I’ll look at this mixture now. I adore ylang, so I rub this joy three times a day. The rest of the broadcasts are not heard there.

Laura

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The first thing I want to tell you is about growing and strengthening nails! For these purposes, I use two essential oils in their pure form - ylang-ylang and lemon. Take a cotton swab, dip it in oil and thoroughly coat each nail with it, naturally wash your hands before doing this! I do this at night, the oil is absorbed before my eyes, there is no need to wash it off. I did this when I was growing my nails. I started growing them after pruning them at the root. When I have grown the desired length, I apply them only when I wash off the old polish. I washed it off, smeared it with oil, and applied it again the next day. There will be no splitting of the nails, they grow quite quickly, become strong, I have never broken off a single nail.

Lyole4ka

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Jojoba, burdock or almond oil are great for hands, as they give the cuticle elasticity and soften it. And to strengthen your nails, try castor oil. Just a drop on each nail, and very soon your nails will be strong and beautiful.

Siori

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Last week I couldn’t stand the joyless state of my paws - it’s very difficult for me to reach them now because of my stomach. I mixed a little sesame seeds (less than a tablespoon) and infused lemon ether into it. Apply the mixture to your nails. Girls, this is just class! It’s like I spent half a day polishing my cuticles and nails! Everything became so pink and fresh! Now I apply it regularly in the evenings.

emily.erdbeere

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Undoubtedly, it is best to use castor or almond oil for hands and nails, but I also discovered thyme oil. It has not only a good antiseptic and bactericidal effect, but also a regenerating effect, so all minor damage to the skin on the hands will disappear very quickly.

Ursa

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The low price does not in any way reduce the beneficial properties of almond oil. You can add a few drops to the cream, make hand baths, or apply it pure to the skin, preheating it. It perfectly moisturizes and softens the skin, promotes wound healing and even protects against ultraviolet rays.

Marusya

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Hands are constantly at work. They are exposed to many chemicals, caustic spices and often suffer mechanical damage, so they need regular care. You can achieve good condition of your nails and skin of your hands not only with the help of cosmetics and medications. Essential oils containing components created by nature itself will help maintain the body in a healthy and vigorous state. They will not only eliminate existing problems, but also prevent new ones from appearing.

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