Nail wax: what is it, how to use and do it yourself?

A modern woman, sophisticated in matters of beauty, is difficult to please. This is especially true of manicure, in particular - its hygienic part, because we are accustomed to the best and absolutely do not tolerate skin injury. One of the best cuticle treatments is nail polish. About what it is, how to use it and what you need to know, in addition to the advantages and disadvantages, the reader will be introduced to the material in this article.

Nail wax is nothing more than a beige-yellow cosmetic product, which is based on natural beeswax. The main objective of this substance is to soften the skin and give elasticity to the nail plates themselves.

Nail wax is considered a useful tool with which you can not only improve the appearance of the nail plates, but also really restore their health and relieve the stresses they undergo daily. Due to provitamin A, esters, natural resins and bee glue, the composition has a complex effect on the condition of the treated skin.

So, regular procedures:

• contribute to the strengthening of the nail plates themselves;
• are prevention of delamination of nails;
• soften the cuticle;
• help the nail plates regain the gloss;
• create a protective film coating that protects nails from adverse environmental conditions;
• rejuvenate the skin of the hands;
• contribute to the healing of wounds after trimming manicure;
• relieve skin inflammation;
• prevent infection;
• help accelerate recovery after building.

The sealing procedure is good in that it is a long-lasting protection of the nails. It lasts for about 3-4 weeks, which is good in cases where a woman can not often do hygienic manicure. Due to the coating of nails and cuticles with a wax composition, nails will be nourished, due to which they will strengthen, and therefore will look healthy. This procedure is also good because it accelerates the growth of nails and in no way affects the performance of manicure.

In addition to the advantages, sealing has several disadvantages. For example, one of them is the cost of the procedure. Not every woman can afford such a nail treatment in the salon. In addition, the negative point is the fact that waxing alone for the proper effect will not be enough.

Also, some are faced with the fact that wax, which strengthens the nails, is not at all their hardener or thickener. In fact, it is not designed to increase resistance to mechanical damage. It is important to understand that the wax has the best effect on nails of short length. It is not a remedy for all problems, does not relieve the plate from thinning, which is typical with regular manicure. In other words, it is effective, but it is not a magical tool that instantly restores nails after frequent manicure with gel polish or extensions.

Today, on the market of nail products, nail wax is presented in a wide variety of modifications. These can be solid or creamy options. Some varieties are suitable for nails and hair at the same time, others are designed specifically for nails. Moreover, depending on the components included in the composition of the product, they can have different effects.

One kind of wax can be nutritious, another will contribute to the rapid growth of nails., bioswax will saturate weakened nails with useful substances and strengthen them. In addition, wax can be polishing. The composition of solid preparations is more similar to the usual beeswax. They become soft and supple for sealing depending on the warmth of the hands. Creamy textures are lighter, they penetrate faster into microcracks of nails.

Today, there are several brands whose wax is considered one of the best in the opinion of nail service professionals.

• DNC The product is a bio-wax, it is produced in a volume of 6 g. This type of wax is enriched with castor oil, due to which it has a beneficial effect on the strengthening and regeneration of damaged skin cells. It sufficiently tightens microscopic cracks in nails and skin of the hands. Some varieties may be saturated with extracts of sea buckthorn and ginseng. The composition contains silicone.
• Belweder. Such a wax is produced in a volume of 6 g, this is one of the best cuticle and nail care products. Its consistency is light and moderate fat. The composition is quickly absorbed, creating a light film coating. Due to the absence of side effects, the product is intended for continuous use. The composition includes esters of lavender, jojoba, sesame and aloe extract.

• "Spivak". This wax is intended for all, without exception, the age categories of women and different skin conditions.It contains shea butter, begramotus and chopped apricot kernels. It is a good firming firming agent that is softened during sealing and polishing. Due to its solid appearance, it is necessary to rub the product very carefully, without leaving pieces of the product on the nails.
• "FITOkosmetik". This product is released in a volume of 10 ml. The formula contains many nutrients, wax is aimed at strengthening and restoring the damaged structure of the nail plates. Due to the content of calcium and iodine, the growth of nails is accelerated, and they also acquire a healthy natural shine. The tool has an integrated approach to the improvement of nails.
• CND. This product is enriched with castor oil, eleutherococcus, ginseng, sea buckthorn, clove and sandalwood extracts. In addition, it contains cosmetic paraffin. The volume of the jar is 5 ml, the product is quite economical and differs in resistance from other varieties. It does not wash off even when washing dishes without gloves. It is a natural product that is reasonably priced and moisturized.

Using wax for nails is easy, knowing the basic nuances of work. Depending on the type of procedure, wax is used for baths, rubbing into nails and under the cuticle, and it is also mixed with vegetable oils and esters. In general, the procedure for working with beeswax will depend on whether sealing or polishing is necessary.

To seal the cuticle, you have to remove the old coating and perform high-quality hygienic manicure. In addition to giving the desired shape to the nails and trimming the length on all fingers, the cuticle is scrubbed. To do this, use a special quick-action agent based on fruit acids, apply it to the area around the nail, and after a few minutes remove excess and dead softened skin. After the tool is completely removed and proceed to sealing.

Using a file, polish the surface of the nail plates, rinse them and wipe them dry. After that, they take a little wax and, using a soft grinder (buff), perform rubbing movements for two minutes, not forgetting to pay special attention to the cuticle area and side rollers. In the end, you can immerse your fingertips in cold water, and treat the areas around the nail with oil. You need to fill with wax the entire surface of the nail. This layer will hold for at least 10 days.

Before treating nails with beeswax, you need to get rid of all possible irritants. Otherwise, you can never wait for the desired effect. To achieve the maximum therapeutic effect, you can add oil to the wax, having previously melted the cosmetic product in a water bath. You can also use wax for healing masks and even for keratin nail repair.

Take a teaspoon of wax, half a teaspoon of avocado oil and the same amount of liquid keratin. An avocado is good in that it is more penetrating. Melt the wax in a water bath, add oil to it and mix well. Then cool and saturate with keratin.

If you want a different mask, you can mix wax with aloe juice. A budget mask will moisturize the cuticle well enough, it will heal nails. However, doing it is often not recommended. It is preferable to use the ampoule of the finished extract for a health recipe. If you want to lighten the tone of the nail plates, you can mix the wax with lemon juice. The effect of such a rub will become noticeable after a week of use.

If you want to make wax for your nails with your own hands, It is worth preparing the following ingredients:

• wax (no more than 2.5 grams);
• jojoba oil (5-6 drops);
• rose ester (2 drops);
• almond oil (6-8 drops).

It is also advisable to immediately prepare a glass jar for storing the future cosmetic product. Prepare healing wax as follows:

• a piece of beeswax rubbed on a coarse grater;
• all components are combined and melted in a water bath;
• after complete dissolution of the wax, the mixture is well mixed and removed from the fire;
• Vitamin-enriched wax cools by putting it in the refrigerator for several minutes.

Nail wax is considered a good preparation by which it is possible to improve the condition of nails and the skin around the nail plates. This is evidenced by the numerous reviews left by both nail service masters and women who perform sealing and polishing on their own at home. According to professionals, the procedure is quite effective and allows you to give your nails a well-groomed and healthy appearance.

For how to make nail wax at home, see the next video.