The Art of Beautiful Nails

Your nails says so much about you. Keeping them beautifully manicured expresses to everyone who you really are and how well you care for yourself physically.

Whether they are simple or decorated with beautiful designs, a woman always looks lovely when her hands and nails are clean and very well cared for.

Beautiful Nails

Your nails says so much of who you are and how you look.

There is no need to spend a fortune on having your nails always looking good. A nice manicure and a fabulous nail polish can enhance your beautiful hands.

Always keep them properly filed, polished and nicely manicured.

It says so much about you.

Nail Growth & Conditions

NAILS

(GROWTH & CONDITIONS)

Nail Growth

The growth of the nail is influenced by nutrition, health and disease. The nail grows forward, starting at the matrix and extending over the tip of the finger.

The average rate of growth in the normal adult is about 1/8 of an inch per month, growing faster in the Summer than in the Winter. The nails of children grows more rapidly, whereas those of elderly people grows more slowly. The nail grows faster in the middle finger and slowest on the thumb.

If the nail is separated from the nail bed through injury, it becomes distorted or discolored. If the nails becomes injured after the loss of a nail, a badly formed nail will result.

The nails are neither shed automatically or periodically, as are hairs. If the nail is torn off accidentally, or lost through an infection or disease, it will only grow as long as the matrix remains in good condition. Nails lost under such conditions, are on regrowth, frequently badly shaped, due to interference at the base of the nail. Ordinarily replace of the nail takes about 4 months.

Part # 2..The Nail Growth & the Malformation of the Nail

The Nail has its own composition, structure and characteristics. Its growth and malfunctions are always linked to the proper care and treatment and nutrition. In this segment I will explain its growth, malformation and its disorders.

The Nail Growth

The growth of any nail is influenced by nutritional health and disease. The nail grows forward starting at the matrix and extending over the tip of the fingertip.

The average rate of the nail growth in the normal adult is about 1/8" per month, growing faster in the Summer months than in the Winter. The nails of children grow more rapidly whereas those of elderly persons grow more slower. The nail grows faster on the middle finger and slowest on the thumb. Although toenails grow more slower than fingernails, they are thicker and harder.

Nail Malformation

If the nail is separated from the nail bed through an injury, it becomes distorted or discolored. Should the nail bed be injured after the loss of a nail, a badly formed nail will result from it.

The nails are neither automatically nor periodically as are hairs. If the nail is torn off accidentally or lost due to an infection or disease, it will be replaced only as long as the matrix remains in good condition. Nails lost under such conditions are, on regrowth, frequently badly shaped, due to interference at the base of the nail.

Ordinarily replacement of the nail takes about four months.

Diseases of the nail should never be treated by a manicurist.

However she should recognize normal and abnormal nail conditions and understand the reasons for these conditions. Simple nail irregularities and blemishes come within the providence of Cosmetology and they can be treated by a manicurist. A client having a nail condition where infection, soreness or irritation is present should be referred to a physician and it should not be treated by a manicurist.

Next week I will post part 3 of the illnesses of the nails...the disorders and diseases that affect the nails.

Nail Art Slideshow

Nails... A very lucrative profession in the beauty industry and a profession often seeked by many. It is an art and a good nail technician must have a very skilled hand to do many of these beautiful designs in such a small space in the center of a nail. I was never interested in pursuing this profession but after working in many fine salons throughout our vicinity, the financial rewards were extremely good.

If you have a desire to pursue this profession or any profession in the beauty industry, I advise you to become very devoted and good at what you do...because the rewards are wonderful if you master the craft.

Nails...Part 1..Compositon & Structure

NAILS...THEY ARE SUCH AN AMAZING ATTRACTION...they are just one part of the beauty industry and they are an amazing fashion statement.

Nail salons across the world have become a lucrative business, transforming any nail back to its beauty within minutes. A weekly manicure at a nail salon can keep your nails looking great, clean and attractive.

The Nail is like the sun, it reflects the general health of the body. The normal healthy nail is firm, and flexible and it appears to be slightly pink in color. Its surface is smooth, curved, and unspotted, without any hollows or wavy ridges.

The nail is an appendage of the skin, its horny translucent plate protects the tips of the fingers and toes. Onyx (on'iks) is the technical term for the nail.

Nail Composition:

The nail is composed mainly of keratin (ker'ah-tin), a protein substance that forms the base of all horny tissues. The nail is whitish in appearance and it allows the pinkish color of the nail bed to be seen. The horny nail plate contains no nerves or blood vessels.

Nail Structure:

The nails consist of three parts: nail body, nail root and free edge. The nail body or plate is the visible portion of the nail that rests upon and is attached to the nail bed. The nail body extends from the root the free edge. Although the nail plate seems to be one piece, it is actually constructed in layers. The readiness with which nails split in both their length and thickness, clearly shows this form of structure.

Structures Adjoining the Nails:

The nail bed is the portion upon where the nail body rests.It is supplied with many blood vessels which provides the nourishment necessary for the continued growth of the nail. The nail bed is abundantly supplied with nerves.

The Matrix is the part of the nail bed that extends beneath the nail root and contains nerves, lymph and blood vessels. The matrix produces the nail and its cells undergo a reproducing and hardening process. The matrix will continue to grow as long as it receives nutrition and remains in a healthy condition.

The Lunula or half moon, is located at the base of the nail. The area underneath the lunula is the matrix. The light color of the lunula may be due to the reflection of light where the matrix and the connective tissue of the nail bed join.

Next Post...Nail Growth, Nail Malfunctions, Diseases & Disorders.