Dazzle and BeLize

Ever went to a salon to get your nails done and the last time you got a manicure, it hurt. What might be up?

There are two possibilities for this.

One, you went in with an ingrown nail or infection. Ingrown nails are stuck in your skin so it hurts a lot when your nail-care lady attempts to take it out. Make sure that you get a manicure or a pedicure at least twice a month to avoid such a thing. See a doctor if it still hurts.

Two, the technician was too aggressive. Next time, set some ground rules like: “no cutting cuticles- just hangnails.” And cuticles should be pushed back only after they’ve been soaked or softened with cuticle cream. Pushing them without soaking may cause your nails to crack. And the action itself will hurt as much because there will be a lot more force required to get it done.

If you do feel pain and get cut, sterilize with alcohol. Don’t let your manicurist continue if you think she might worsen the situation. Then ask the manager for a different manicurist. Or if that doesn’t help, find a new nail salon.

Being beautiful and how you care for yourself shouldn’t hurt at all.

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