“Yaar, mere nails mein kitna crack aa jata hai!” If you totally relate to this or face other nail concerns like roughness, yellowing nails, or nails that refuse to grow, there are several home remedies you can bank upon to give you the nails of your dreams. And the solution may be right at hand, in your cupboard.
Here are 7 oils that can give you longer and stronger nails.
1. Coconut Oil
A hero ingredient for brittle nails, try a coconut oil mask to make the most of its moisturising properties. It not only treats cracks on the nails effectively, also boosts its length and strength.
Ingredients
- Few tbsp of coconut oil (sufficient to dip your nails in it)
What To Do?
- Take the oil in a bowl.
- Dip your nails in the bowl before going to bed.
- Leave it on overnight for best results.
2. Almond Oil
The deep hydrating properties of sweet almond oil is excellent for smoothing out rough nails and contributing to its strength and length. It works wonders in reversing yellow nails as well.
Ingredients
- Few tbsp of almond oil (sufficient to dip your nails in it)
What To Do?
- Take the oil in a bowl.
- Dip your nails in the bowl before going to bed.
- Leave it on overnight for best results.
3. Olive Oil
One of the saviours for rugged, yellow, brittle nails, olive oil works like magic in contributing to the overall health of your nails. It works wonderfully all by itself as well on mixing it with other carrier oils like almond oil and argan oil. The secret? It’s hydrating quality.
Ingredient
- Olive oil
What To Do?
- Warm olive oil. Warm it up just enough for you to be comfortable with dipping your nails in it.
- Soak the nails in it for 15 minutes to 30 minutes, as your time permits.
- Don’t wipe it off. Instead, wear gloves to let the oil get entirely absorbed by the nails and cuticles, stimulating your nails and boosting its growth.
- Leave this overnight.
- Try doing this twice a week for best results.
4. Castor Oil
There is almost no skin problem that this thick oil cannot solve. Cracks on your heels, abrasions, chipped nails, peeling lips, et al., this oil is a hero ingredient for almost all skin care concerns. Enriched with hydrating properties, this is exactly what your stretch marks need to heal themselves.
Ingredients
- Castor oil
What to Do?
- Apply the oil to the affected area and massage it for a few minutes.
- Follow this routine every day for the best results.
5. Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is well recognised for being an antiseptic, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial agent that proves to be great for yellowing nails. That apart, it contributes to making your nails long and strong.
Ingredients
- Few tbsp of coconut oil (sufficient to dip your nails in it)
What To Do?
- Take the oil in a bowl.
- Dip your nails in the bowl before going to bed.
- Leave it on overnight for best results.
6. Lavender Oil, Olive Oil & Lemon Juice
Quite the secret sauce for dull, rough, yellow nails, this power combo imparts much-needed hydration, giving it enough opportunity to grow long and strong.
Ingredients
- 50 ml of extra virgin olive oil
- 10 drops of nimbu (lemon) juice
- 2 drops of lavender essential oil
What To Do?
- Mix all the ingredients in a bowl thoroughly to get an even solution.
- Pour it into a spritz bottle.
- Give the bottle a good shake every time you use the mixture.
- Spray the same on your nails and cuticle, or use a brush or cotton wool to apply it.
- Massage the nails with your fingertips for about 5 minutes to 10 minutes.
- Leave the mixture on overnight for best results.
7. Garlic Oil
Rich in selenium, a chemical known for promoting nail growth, garlic oil is another oil you can fall back on for beautiful, smooth, and healthy-looking nails.
Ingredients
- Few tbsp of garlic oil (sufficient to dip your nails in it)
What To Do?
- Take the oil in a bowl.
- Dip your nails in the bowl before going to bed.
- Leave it on overnight and do this once every week to make the most of its benefits.
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