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 injury to the skin. One of the best cuticle treatments is nail wax. 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 of this article.

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

Nail wax is considered to be a useful tool that can not only improve the appearance of the nail plates, but also really restore them to health and relieve them of the stress that they are exposed to on a daily basis. 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:

• help to strengthen the nail plates themselves;
• are the prevention of nail delamination;
• soften the cuticle;
• help the nail plates return gloss;
• create a protective film coating that protects nails from adverse environmental conditions;
• rejuvenate the skin of the hands;
• promote the healing of wounds after edged manicure;
• relieve skin inflammation;
• prevent infection;
• help accelerate recovery after build-up.

The good thing about the sealing procedure is that it protects the nails for a long time. It lasts about 3-4 weeks, which is good in cases where a woman cannot often do a hygienic manicure. As a result of covering the nails and cuticles with a wax composition, the nails will be nourished, due to which they will be strengthened, and therefore will look healthy. This procedure is also good in that it accelerates the growth of nails and does not in any way affect the performance of the manicure.

In addition to its 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, a negative point is the fact that sealing with wax alone will not be enough for the desired effect.

Also, some people are faced with the fact that the wax that 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 also important to understand that wax has the best effect on short nails. It is not a remedy for all problems, it does not relieve the plate from thinning, which is characteristic of regular manicure. In other words, it is effective, but not a magical remedy that instantly restores nails after frequent gel polish manicure or build-up.

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 both nails and hair, others are specifically designed for nails. Moreover, depending on the components included in the composition of the tool, they can have a different effect.

One type of wax can be nutritious, while another will help nails grow back quickly., bio wax will saturate weakened nails with useful substances and strengthen them. In addition, the wax can be polishing. The composition of solid preparations is more like the usual beeswax. They become soft and pliable to seal depending on the warmth of the hands. Creamy textures are lighter, they penetrate faster into the microcracks of the nails.

Today, several brands can be distinguished, whose wax is considered one of the best according to the opinion of nail service professionals.

• DNC. The product is a bio wax, 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 strengthening and regenerating damaged skin cells. Sufficiently well tightens microscopic cracks in nails and skin of hands. Certain varieties can be saturated with sea buckthorn and ginseng extracts. The composition contains silicone.
• Belweder. This 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 in fat content. The composition is absorbed quickly enough, creating a light film coating. Due to the absence of side effects, the product is intended for permanent use. The composition includes esters of lavender, jojoba, sesame and aloe extract.

• "Spivak". This wax is intended for all, without exception, age categories of women and different skin conditions. It contains shea butter, begramota and crushed apricot pits. It is a good hard-type hardening agent that softens during the sealing and polishing process. Due to its hard appearance, you need to rub in the product especially carefully, without leaving pieces of the product on the nails.
• "FITOcosmetic". This product is produced in a volume of 10 ml. The formula contains many nutritional components, the wax is aimed at strengthening and restoring the damaged structure of the nail plates. Due to the content of calcium and iodine in the composition, the growth of nails is accelerated, and they also acquire a healthy natural shine. The tool is distinguished by an integrated approach to the improvement of nails.
• CND. This product is enriched with castor oil, eleutherococcus, ginseng, sea buckthorn extract, clove and sandalwood oils. 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 durability. It does not wash off even when washing dishes without gloves. It is a natural product that is characterized by a reasonable price and moisture.

It is not difficult to use nail wax, knowing the basic nuances of the work. Depending on the type of procedure, wax is used for baths, rubbing into nails and under the cuticles, and it is also mixed with vegetable oils and ethers. In general, how you work with beeswax will depend on whether you want to seal or polish.

To seal the cuticle, you will have to remove the old coating and perform a high-quality hygienic manicure. In addition to the fact that the nails are given the desired shape and the length of all fingers is trimmed, the cuticles are cleaned. To do this, use a special quick-acting agent based on fruit acids, apply it to the area around the nail, after a few minutes remove the excess and dead softened skin. After the product is completely removed and the sealing is started.

A file is used to polish the surface of the nail plates, rinse them and wipe them dry. After that, 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 lateral ridges. Finally, you can immerse your fingertips in cold water and oil around the nail. The entire surface of the nail should be filled with wax. This layer will last for at least 10 days.

Before you start treating your nails with beeswax, you need to get rid of all possible irritants. Otherwise, you may not 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 restoration.

Take a teaspoon of wax, half a teaspoon of avocado oil and the same amount of liquid keratin. The good thing about avocado is that it is more penetrating. The wax is melted in a water bath, oil is added to it and mixed well. Then they cool and saturate with keratin.

If you want a different mask, you can mix the wax with aloe juice. A budget mask will moisturize the cuticles well enough, it will heal your nails. However, it is often not recommended to do it. It is preferable to use an ampoule of ready-made extract for a wellness recipe.If you need 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 your own nail wax, it is worth preparing the following ingredients:

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

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

• a piece of beeswax is rubbed on a coarse grater;
• all components are combined and melted in a water bath;
• after complete dissolution of the wax, mix well and remove from heat;
• the wax enriched with vitamins is cooled by putting it in the refrigerator for a few minutes.

Nail wax is considered a good drug that can improve the condition of the nails and the skin around the nail plates. This is evidenced by the numerous reviews left by both masters of the nail service 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 information on how to make nail wax at home, see the next video.