The process of creating beautiful nails begins with having well-manicured cuticles. Spending a few minutes every day or two on cuticles keeps them in good condition. There are two different types of cuticle removers. The most common type relies on its high pH to soften and break down dead skin around the nail bed. The second type contains alpha hydroxyl acids that break down the glue-like substance that holds skin cells together so they can be easily pushed away with a cuticle pusher or an orange stick. The choice of which cuticle remover is right for a person is a personal choice, although some people have allergic reactions to the alpha hydroxyl acids.
Proper nail care ensures clean, beautiful hands. For full nail care with a cuticle remover, buyers may want to consider investing in the following supplies.
Supply | Purpose |
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Nail Polish Remover | Remove nail polish |
Cuticle Remover | Soften and remove cuticle |
Cuticle Lotion | Moisturize cuticle |
Cuticle Pusher or Orange Stick | Push cuticle back |
Manicure Scissors | Trim away excess cuticle |
Cuticle Oil | Adds additional moisture |
Having these supplies on hand ensures that a person is ready to handle their cuticles regardless of their present condition. Not all are necessary, and the choice depends on personal preference.
Following some simple steps allows a person to easily trim their cuticles. This makes nails much more presentable when going on an important job interview or just for a night out on the town. The steps are easy, but remember that they need to be repeated regularly.
Before a person uses a cuticle remover, it is necessary to clean the nails. Use nail polish remover to remove any nail polish. It is better to choose a non-acetone nail polish remover because it contains fewer harsh chemicals than an acetone nail polish remover does. Afterwards, wash hands thoroughly with soap and dry hands to make sure the remover is off.
Apply the cuticle remover with the brush that comes with the product. Cuticle removers are available as a brush-on liquid or as a lotion. Either is perfectly acceptable, but consumers find that the lotion is easier to use. If using a liquid cuticle remover, apply a thin coat to the cuticle area. If using a lotion, squeeze a pinhead size drop onto each cuticle and spread with a finger across the cuticle. The product takes time to soften the cuticle. Make sure to read the bottle to see how long to leave the remover on. In almost all cases, it is necessary to leave it on at least two minutes and never longer than 10 minutes. Then, wash hands well, making sure to clean off the cuticle remover.
The harsh chemicals in the cuticle remover can be hard on the nails and the skin around the nail. Apply cuticle lotion to add moisture back to the cuticle. This ensures that the cuticle remains healthy. Unhealthy cuticles are thick and harder to maintain.
In some cases, it may not be necessary to go any further because the cuticle remover and the lotion have removed the cuticle. However, if the cuticle needs more work and is thick, use a cuticle pusher to shove the cuticle back toward the nail bed. If the cuticle is thinner, then use an orange stick to do the same.
If the cuticle is standing up, then use manicure scissors to cut the excess away from the nail bed. Be very careful not to cut the skin below the nail bed. When done, the person should wash their hands again.
The last step is to apply cuticle oil to the nail bed. This restores the nail's natural moisture and leaves a beautiful natural looking nail. After applying the cuticle oil, let the hands dry completely.
Finding cuticle remover and the other supplies needed is easy on Afrivex. Just go to AFRIVEX page and enter the supply that you are looking for, such as "cuticle remover" into the search box. Once the results show up, be sure to pay special attention to any listings from this website. Taking care of the cuticles is an important part of a healthy nail care regime.
Item No:NT006
Manufactured and Package In U.S.A
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