NAIL CARE

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 Hello Friend's  Basic information about nail structure and nail care.Nail is a plate of keratin that lies on the tips of the fingers and toes. The main purpose of the nail is to protect the fingers and toes, however, the fingernail also assists with certain physical activities in daily life.

The diagrams of the nail and its structure

Structures of Nail

1. Lunula - the pearly coloured and crescent shaped is due to the cell   being pushed closely together, the blood capillaries cannot be seen through the lunula because of this.

2. Cuticle - the overlapping epidermis around the nail. It is the transparent skin, which is called the true cuticle , that is removed during the manicuring process.

3. Free edge -the part of the nail that can be filed and shaped. It is an extension of the nail plate that overlaps the hyponychium.

4. Matrix - the only living reproducing part of the nail. This is situated directly below the cuticle. New cells form here and continually push towards to produce the nail plate. It also contains blood vessels and nerves. Blood supply provides the cells with nourishment. If the matrix is damaged the nail will grow deformed.

5. Nail bed - the part of the nail where the nail plate rests on, also a continuation of the matrix. It is abundantly supplied with blood vessels and nerves, having numerous parallel ridges which dovetail

exactly with the ridges on the under surface of the nail plate.

6. Nail walls - the folds of skin that overlap the sides of the nail. They  hold your nail in place and protect the nail plate edges.

7. Nail Plate - is visible nail that rests on the nail bed up to the free edge. This is made up from dead cells and minimum amount of moisture. The nail is semi-transparent  allowing the color of blood

supply of the dermis to show.

Shapes of Nail

The shape of nail conforms to that of finger tips of an individual.

 

1. Oval nail - this is common among people with long, perfect nail beds. It may be styled slightly rounded at the base and slightly pointed at the fingertips. Most oftenthis type of nail has a natural look and looks very good in a short-medium length.

2. Square nail- The square-shaped nails are the most famous among the nail shapes. It is created by allowing the nail to grow out straight and then filing the tip straight across at right angles with the rest of the nail plate.

3.Pointed nail - pointed nail also called stiletto nail.filed away at the sides to a point at the tip this shape is very weak as the sides of the nail are totally lost

4. S quoval - As above square nail, but followed by squaring off the tip this gives the nail tip strength over the oval shape.

5. Round nail - ideal for shorter nails, the nail is allowed to grow out straight at the  sides for approximately 1.5 mm and then the tip is filed into a rounded shape. This is a strong shape which is great for those who keep their nails short.

Trim your nails

Trimming of nail plays a very vital role. It is very easy task but sometime it causes little

problems such as unwanted abrasions and ingrown nails, when done not properly Apply the

following steps while cutting nails.

Step 01 :  Prepare the types of instruments for this task. Nail cutter, who has small or medium slightly  curved blades, which are suitable for trimming the finger nails. Nail cutters with straight

blades are suitable for use.

Step 02 :  Before using your nail cutter, make sure that it is clean. Wash your nail cutter to remove dust and germs, specially when you are sharing your nail cutter with someone else. Dry

thoroughly after washing it.

Step 03 :  Wash your hands. Wipe dry with any towel or tissue paper to remove extra water. This

process cleans your fingernails, and beside cleaning fingernails it also helps in softening your nails and easier to cut them.

Step 04 :  You must cut your nails in a place where you can clearly see what you are doing. Put a small container near you in which you can collect the nails.

Step 05 :  Decide the shape of your nails. Decide which shape you actually want. After deciding, lift the nail cutter and start cutting your nails.

Step 06 :  Start cutting your nails starting from your little finger.

Step 07 :  Click on the nail cutter that can cut through the nail. You can make at least two or three cuts of a finger nail until everything is snug. Follow the curve of the nail to get a clean cut. Check

skin flaps after each cut and remove carefully.

Step 08 :   Sit comfortably and crouch your knee side to easily reach up and see the nails clearly. Be

sure not to set up deep razor to prevent scratches. Adjust the position of razor if you feel any

discomfort.

Step 09 :  After cutting your nails, use a nail file to smooth any rough and odd surface of newly trimmed nails. When you file, do it in on tilt – from the corner of the nail to go down.

Step 10 :  Apply some moisturizer on your hands to keep the cuticles moisturized and smooth.

 

NAIL DISEASES AND DISORDERS

Nail diseases are conditions of both the nail, and the surrounding skin which result from bacterial, fungal and viral infections. Some conditions will show a green, yellow or black discoloration of the nail, depending on the nature of the infection. The main course for infection is through damaged cuticles and broken skin.

 

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