#30 Nail Series - Part 4: Manicure and Pedicure safety | Dr. Shabari Arumugam
Are you interested in manicure and pedicure? What are the things to look for in a salon for safety manicure and pedicure? What are the measures to be taken before applying bright nail polish? What is the right time for shaving ? Welcome to the Part IV of nail series: Manicure and Pedicure safety Having beautiful nails is less a matter of luck and more a matter of caring for them correctly. Here are dermatologists’ top manicure and pedicure tips: Apply a cream to moisturize your nails , especially after removing nail polish since most removers contain chemicals that dry the nails. To prevent infection, never cut or forcefully push back your cuticles . If you must push them back, only do so gently after a shower or bath. While most nail salons follow strict cleanliness and disinfection guidelines, look for the following when visiting a salon : Does your nail technician have the necessary experience and/or license, if required? Are the stations clean? Does the...