6 easy tips to take care of your nails during summer

The health of our nails is an important indicator of our health As the summer season approaches its important to take extra care of your nails which can get dry brittle and prone to breakage due to heat and humidityRajesh U Pandya Managing Director of KAI India gives some advice on how to take care of nails in summerHydrate hydrate hydrate Staying hydrated is key to keeping your nails healthy and strong Drink plenty of water and include hydrating foods in your diet such as cucumbers watermelon and strawberries You can also apply a moisturising hand cream or nail oil to your nails and cuticles to keep them hydratedWear gloves When doing household chores like washing dishes or gardening wear gloves to protect your nails from harsh chemicals and dirt This will also help to prevent your nails from getting brittle and breakingAvoid overexposure to the sun While its important to get some sun exposure to maintain healthy levels of vitamin D overexposure can be harmful to your nails Too much sun can cause your nails to dry out become discoloured or even crack Use broadspectrum sunscreen on your hands and nails whenever youre outside for extended periods of timeDont forget to exfoliate Just like your skin your nails and cuticles can benefit from exfoliation Use a gentle nail brush or an exfoliating scrub to remove dead skin cells and stimulate blood flow to your nails This will also help to prevent ingrown nails and keep your cuticles looking healthyKeep your nails short Long nails may look glamorous but they can be more prone to breakage and damage in the summer months Keep your nails short and wellgroomed to prevent them from snagging or breaking This will also make it easier to maintain good nail hygieneTake a break from nail polish While its fun to wear nail polish its important to give your nails a break from time to time Constantly wearing nail polish can weaken your nails and make them more prone to breakage Give your nails a chance to breathe for a few days after regular intervalsBy following these tips you can keep your nails looking and feeling healthy all summer long Remember to stay hydrated protect your nails from the sun and chemicals and choose safe nail products With a little bit of care and attention you can have strong and beautiful nails all year roundAlso Read Lowfat diet may prolong life diet low in carbs can raise death risk StudyThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever