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

A modern woman, sophisticated in matters of beauty, is hard 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 trauma. One of the best preparations for the treatment of cuticles is wax for nails. About what he 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 of this article.

Nail wax is nothing more than a cosmetic preparation of a beige-yellow shade based on natural beeswax. The main objective of this substance is to soften the skin and make the nail plates themselves elastic.

Wax for nails 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 from the stresses they are subjected to daily. Due to provitamin A, esters, natural gums and bee glue, the composition has a complex effect on the condition of the treated skin.

So, regular procedures:

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

The sealing procedure is good because 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 a hygienic manicure. Due to the coating of the nails and the cuticle, the wax composition will nourish the nails, due to which they will harden, 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 the manicure.

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

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

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

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

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

• DNC. The product is a biowaxe, produced in a volume of 6 g. Wax of this type is enriched with castor oil, due to which it has a beneficial effect on strengthening and regeneration of damaged skin cells. It sucks well enough microscopic cracks of nails and skin of hands. Some varieties can be saturated with extracts of sea buckthorn and ginseng. Silicone is present.
• Belweder. This wax is produced in a volume of 6 g, it is one of the best means to care for the cuticle and nails. Its consistence differs in ease and moderate fat content. The composition is quickly absorbed, creating a light film coating. Due to the absence of side effects, the product is intended for permanent use. The composition includes ethers of lavender, jojoba, sesame and aloe extract.

• "Spivak". This wax is designed for all, without exception, age categories of women and different skin condition. Its composition contains shea butter, beggars and crushed apricot kernels. It is a good solid-type reinforcing agent that softens during the sealing and polishing process. In view of the solid form, it is necessary to rub in the product very carefully, without leaving pieces of the product on the nails.
• "Phytocosmetics". 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 the nails.
• CND. This product is enriched with castor oil, extract of Eleutherococcus, ginseng, sea buckthorn, clove oil and sandalwood. In addition, it contains cosmetic paraffin. The volume of the jar is 5 ml, the product is quite economical and differs from other varieties in its durability. It is not washed off even when washing dishes without gloves. This is a natural product, which is characterized by reasonable price and moisture.

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

To seal the cuticle, you have to remove the old coating and perform high-quality hygienic manicure.Besides the fact that the nails give the desired shape and trim the length on all fingers, clean the cuticle. To do this, use a special means of rapid exposure on the basis of fruit acids, put it on the area around the nail, after a few minutes, remove excess and dead, softened skin. After the tool is completely removed and proceed to sealing.

A file is used to 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, perform the rubbing movements for two minutes, not forgetting to pay special attention to the cuticle area and the side rollers. At the end, you can dip your fingertips in cold water, and place around the nail oil. Fill with wax you need the entire surface of the nail. This layer will last at least 10 days.

Before you engage in the treatment of nails with beeswax, you need to get rid of all possible stimuli. Otherwise, you can never wait for the desired effect. For maximum therapeutic effect, you can add oil to the wax, after having melted the cosmetic in a water bath. You can also use wax for therapeutic masks and even for keratin nail restoration.

Take a teaspoon of wax, half a teaspoon of avocado oil and the same amount of liquid keratin. Avocado is good because it is more penetrating. The wax is melted in a water bath, oil is added to it and mixed well. Then cooled and saturated with keratin.

If you want a different mask, you can mix the wax with aloe juice. The budget mask will moisturize the cuticle well enough, it will heal the nails. However, it is often not recommended to do it. Use for the wellness recipe is preferable to the ampoule of the finished extract. 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 in will become noticeable after a week of use.

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

• wax (not more than 2.5 grams);
• jojoba oil (5-6 drops);
• ether rose (2 drops);
• Almond oil (6-8 drops).

It is also advisable to immediately prepare a glass jar to store the future cosmetic product. Prepare therapeutic 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 mixture is well mixed and removed from heat;
• the wax enriched with vitamins is cooled by refrigerating for a few minutes.

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

How to make wax for nails at home, see the following video.