The American Academy of Dermatology Association gives a series of tips to protect your skin and nails
Although getting a manicure is nothing new, in recent years there has been a real rediscovery driven mainly by Rosalía. Hands have taken on more prominence, filling beauty salons mainly looking for a manicure that lasts longer and healthy, longer and more striking nails.
Gel or acrylic nails and permanent or semi-permanent nail polish have replaced simple nail polish so that the color lasts longer and you can always look perfect. A result that is achieved thanks to special lacquers for a long duration and to Led or UV lamps. A device that is used so that the enamel dries sooner and remains fixed for much longer but that can cause problems with the skin and the appearance of your nails.
The simple gesture to protect your skin
The American Academy of Dermatology Association assures that the repeated use of these lamps for drying and fixing the enamel “may increase the risk of skin cancer and premature aging of the skin of the hands.” But it is something that can be avoided if you use sunscreen. Specifically, experts recommend applying a waterproof sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher before reaching into these devices to prevent skin cancer and premature skin aging. In addition, in summer it will help you maintain a perfect manicure.
The American association explains that this simple gesture will help protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation used to seal nail polish. If you have forgotten to put on sunscreen before arriving at the beauty salon, they recommend wearing dark, opaque gloves with the fingertips cut off.
Tips to maintain healthy nails
They also state that permanent and gel manicures can cause “nail brittleness, flaking, and cracking.” To prevent your nails from suffering damage from the use of this type of enamel, follow the advice of the American Academy of Dermatology Association:
– Make sure that the tools they use or use in your home are disinfected, sterilized and the space is a clean place.
– Do not push or cut the cuticle, as they warn that this could cause inflammation and infection.
– Use a traditional nail polish if you usually have problems using the one indicated for a longer lasting manicure or if you are allergic to the acetone used to remove it.
– If you do not have the necessary tools or knowledge, do not remove permanent nail polish or gel nails yourself.
– When removing polish you should only dip your fingertips in acetone instead of your entire hand or fingers to protect the surrounding skin. So that your skin does not come into contact with acetone, you can also resort to surrounding your nails with cotton and wrapping them with aluminum foil.
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