6 Ways to Keep Your Nails & Cuticles Healthy from Home
I thought I would share some techniques that I use to keep my natural nails healthy and growing long and strong, all from the comfort of my home without ever needing to make appointments for nail treatments.
Nourishing Base Coat (worn alone or with color on top)
There are a couple products that are staples in my collection. I always, always, always have a coat of Nourishing Base Coat on, whether I top it with a color or keep it natural and ‘bare,’ as seen below. This ensures my nails stay hydrated and continue to grow strong.
In the past, I used to have such thin nails that they would crack lengthwise, which is so painful! I created this Nourishing formula to help enhance my natural nails and after about 2-3 weeks of use, you’ll notice much stronger and thicker nail growth. The Nourishing Base Coat also helps nail polish color stay on your nails, topped with our quick dry top coat for a complete long lasting manicure.
Nourishing Base Coat
Nail Protection: Helps shield nails from staining and damage
Strengthening Formula: Builds nail strength for longer-lasting manicures
Deep Nourishment: Revives moisture in just 2-3 weeks, quenches dry nails back to health
10-Free Formula: Free from all harmful chemicals including TPHP, Formaldehyde, and Phthalates
Smooth Application: Creates a perfect canvas for color
Versatile Use: Can be used alone or under polish
How to Use:
Shape nails with a glass nail file and clean thoroughly
Apply a thin coat of Nourishing Base Coat
Allow to dry completely
Follow with your favorite Northern Nail Polish color (2 thin coats)
Finish with our 30 Second Quick Drying Top Coat
For Reviving Natural Nails (without nail color): Apply twice a week without polish for deep nourishment
2. Use Cuticle Oil Daily
Another technique that is a part of my daily regime (especially during the dry winter months!) is using cuticle oil. I now have three formulas, including a new nut-free unscented hypoallergenic cuticle oil formula. Available in two sizes, and a new easy to use pen brush applicator.
Revitalize your cuticles with our natural cuticle oil formulas!
Tired of dry, cracked cuticles? Our nourishing cuticle oil is here to keep them soft and hydrated. Just brush or drop a small amount around the cuticle area and gently rub it in, either after removing your nail polish or once your manicure has cured. Perfect for daily use, this lightweight oil helps lock in moisture to prevent dryness, keeping your nails and cuticles looking fresh and healthy all day.
Recommended routine:
Shape nails with glass nail file to desired length and shape. Wash hands and dry completely.
1. Apply a coat of Nourishing Base Coat
2. Apply two thin coats of color, making sure all coats dry in between layers
3. Apply a coat of 30 Second Top Coat to finish off the look
Once manicure is dried completely, you can apply the cuticle oil around the skin and nails to keep cuticles healthy and moisturized.
For removal, dab a cotton ball with a small amount of remover and dab onto each nail and let soak for about a minute before scrubbing at the nail polish.
***Be sure to review ingredients for allergens and test on small area before using.
3. Nourishing and Natural Nail Polish Remover
Believe it or not, there is a right and wrong way to remove your nail polish now! The right way is to make sure you aren’t stripping your natural nails of it’s hydration and causing dryness and cracking after you’re finished with your manicure! In fact, using our natural, vegan, nasty-odor-free polish remover formula leaves your nails happier than before with all the vitamins and oils that are so good for them! So easy, and almost effortless removal, all while never having to suffer through another acetone-induced headache again!
Natural Nourishing Nail Polish Remover
Our soy-based nail polish remover is a game-changer for your nail polish removing routine. It’s effective enough to remove natural nail polish but non-drying and gentle enough to keep your nails and skin happy. Packed with vitamins A, C, and E, it nourishes your nails while keeping them hydrated and healthy. The soothing lavender scent makes the process feel like a at home spa. Acetone-FREE and harsh chemicals-FREE, so it won’t damage your nails or dry out your skin.
Bottled in Traverse City, MI, this vegan and cruelty-free formula is an eco-friendly choice. Ingredients listed on About page
How to Use:
Saturate a cotton ball or pad with the remover
Gently wipe each nail and allow to absorb for 30-60 seconds
Wipe nails until polish is completely removed
Wash hands thoroughly with soap and dry off
Make sure nail bed is dry and clean before applying new nail polish
Follow up with our Nourishing Cuticle Balm for extra care
"This remover is a game-changer! It's so gentle on my nails and leaves them feeling moisturized. The lavender scent is an added bonus!" - Happy Customer
Directions: Saturate cotton ball or pad with nail polish remover; wipe each nail first and allow to absorb in the nail for at least 20-30 seconds; wipe each nail until polish is removed. Make sure nail bed is dry and clean before applying nail polish.
Caution: For external use only; avoid contact with eyes. Discontinue use if irritation occurs; do not use if you are allergic to soy derivatives. Keep out of reach of children. Excessive nail polish remover may damage acrylic or plastic surfaces.
Bottled in Traverse City, MI. Made in the USA.
Ingredients: Dimethyl Glutarate, Dimethyl Adipate, Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate, Polyoxyethylene Castor Oil, Proprietary Vitamin Blend – A, C & E: PEG-8 Dimethicone, Octyldodecanol Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Ascorbic Acid & Silica, Sodium Propoxyhydroxypropyl, Thiosulfate Silica, Lavender Essential Oil.
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Recommended nail care routine:
Shape nails with glass nail file to desired length and shape. Wash hands and dry completely.
1. Apply a coat of Nourishing Base Coat
2. Apply two thin coats of color, making sure all coats dry in between layers
3. Apply a coat of 30 Second Top Coat to finish off the look
Once manicure is dried completely, you can apply the cuticle oil around the skin and nails to keep cuticles healthy and moisturized.
For removal, dab a cotton ball with a small amount of remover and dab onto each nail and let soak for about a minute before scrubbing at the nail polish.
4. Use a Glass Nail File
Did you know, using a glass file on your nails has benefits? The benefit of using a glass nail file vs. a traditional emory board is that the glass file seals the layers of keratin together at the edge of the nail, preventing peeling and chipping. Glass nail files have a longer life than disposable files, since they can be sanitized and reused, making them more eco-friendly.
Why Switch?
The benefit of using a glass nail file vs. an emory board, is that the glass file seals the keratin layers together at the edge of the nail, preventing peeling and chipping. They can also be sanitized and have a much longer life span, making them more environmentally friendly. Random colors.
Recommended routine:
Shape nails with glass nail file to desired length and shape. Wash hands and dry completely.
1. Apply a coat of Nourishing Base Coat
2. Apply two thin coats of color, making sure all coats dry in between layers
3. Apply a coat of 30 Second Top Coat to finish off the look
Once manicure is dried completely, you can apply the cuticle oil around the skin and nails to keep cuticles healthy and moisturized.
For removal, dab a cotton ball with a small amount of remover and dab onto each nail and let soak for about a minute before scrubbing at the nail polish.
5. Cuticle Balm is Your New Travel Buddy!
Worried about your cuticle and nail health while traveling or on-the-go? Our cuticle balms are packaged in tubes and are solid, so that makes these easy to carry in pockets, in your purse, or in carry on luggage. The non-greasy feel makes moisturizing your cuticles and hands easy while away. And what’s even better? We have paired up with local artisan Rachel Joy to create these adorable carry case keychains for our cuticle balms!
Tired of dry cuticles? Simply swipe the balm around the cuticles after you remove your nail polish or after your manicure has cured, to prevent dryness and cracking.
Keychain carry cases are made locally in Traverse City, MI by Designs by Rachel Joy. You’ll receive a random pattern, unless you choose Petoskey Stone print specifically.
Recommended routine:
Shape nails with glass nail file to desired length and shape. Wash hands and dry completely.
1. Apply a coat of Nourishing Base Coat
2. Apply two thin coats of color, making sure all coats dry in between layers
3. Apply a coat of 30 Second Top Coat to finish off the look
Once manicure is dried completely, you can apply the cuticle oil or balm around the skin and nails to keep cuticles healthy and moisturized.
For removal, dab a cotton ball with a small amount of remover and dab onto each nail and let soak for about a minute before scrubbing at the nail polish.
6. Bonus Tip! Watch Your Household Habits!
Ever notice your hands and cuticles are drier after cleaning the house, or your nails breaking after doing the chores? That might be because the harsh chemicals you are exposing yourself to is damaging the skin that comes into contact the most with your cleaning supplies. The fix? Switch to natural! We carry some great natural alternatives for your household cleaning that will help you maintain your natural nails, as well as the journey to a healthier home and lifestyle. Most of them are even handmade right in Michigan by women owned small businesses!
