Homemade Recipes for Nail Care

For Strong Nails

Ingredients:

1 tbsp purified water, luke-warm but slightly cooled

1 tbsp witch hazel (preferably grain-alcohol based)

1 1/2 tsp natural honey

1/2 tsp alum powder

Method:

Mix ingredients in a bowl. Soak nails for 10-15 minutes, occasionally massaging cuticles gently. Rinse with cool water. Do not store unused portion.

Smoothing Cuticle & Foot Scrub

Ingredients:

2 tbsp fine sea salt

2 tsp castor oil

1 tbsp wheat germ or sesame

2-3 drops of essential oil (optional)

Method:

Combine ingredients in a bowl until well blended. Rub gently onto damp skin in circular motions. Rinse well or smooth off in a bath. Store unused portion for up to seven days.