Modern Nails

What were some of the methods women used to remove facial hair during the Middle Ages? Creams crafted with lead bases, walnut oil combined with a strong exfoliating stone, and cloths soaked in vinegar and ammonia were quite popular.

To keep your manicure looking fresh for as long as possible, avoid using your hands too soon following your trip to the nail salon. This will give the color some time to sit on your nails and lock into them, making it less likely that they will chip.

Did you know that a high fiber diet can help your skin? Eating a diet high in whole fiber foods will support a healthy digestive system, and a healthy digestive system can lower your risks for skin conditions like acne.

During a pedicure, our professionals not only take care of your toenails, but also remove the dead skins cells on the bottom of your feet.

Despite popular belief, most vitamin supplements that promise “nail health” neither help nor harm the average person’s nails. Eating a generally healthful diet will keep nails looking the best they can, but eating certain foods makes no difference in nails.

Did you know that manicures are not just for women? They are also a great option for men who want their hands and fingernails to stay smooth and professional-looking at all times.

Did you know that the nails on your fingers grow at slightly different rates? The nail on the middle finger is the fastest growing nail while the nail on the thumbnail is usually the slowest growing nail – of course the difference is hardly noticeable.

It is said that the ancient Egyptian women invented the concept of body waxing. They used sugaring, an early form of waxing, that involves a sugar solution to remove hair. Sugaring is still used today as a natural way to remove unwanted hair.

If you have sensitive skin, avoiding fragrances in skincare products can help keep any skin issues at bay. Be sure to look for the label “fragrance free” as opposed to “unscented” since unscented products can still technically contain essential oils that can irritate your skin.

A chemical peel is an exfoliator. In the amount of time it takes to do a chemical peel – usually one hour – up to five years can be removed from the look of the skin on your face.

How long does it take for fingernails to completely regrow? About 4 to 6 months. Nails grow an average of 0.1 mm a day, unlike toenails which can take up to a year or longer to completely regrow in length.

Wondering what color nail polish you should use? If you are fair skinned, try to stick with colors with blue undertones. For medium skin tones, try a color that has gold reflects and a warm undertone. If you are dark skinned, bold colors are a great choice.