Glowing skin and strong nails are the perfect signs of a good beauty regime. A good skin care routine can help keep your skin glowing and nails healthy for years to come. Here are some of our top tips for looking after your skin and nails.
Drink Lots of Water
Water makes up two‑thirds of the human body – every tissue, cell and organ needs water to function efficiently. Drink around eight glasses of water a day to stay hydrated and flush out toxins. This alone can bring noticeable improvement to your nails and skin.
Keep Away from Cigarettes
Smoking has many harmful effects on health, but it also affects appearance. Cigarettes can make hair brittle, age skin prematurely, discolour fingernails and stain teeth. Quitting the habit will help you feel and look better.
Get Enough Sleep
A bad night’s sleep can dramatically affect the way we look — from dark circles and red eyes to a dull complexion. Aim for the recommended eight hours of sleep each night. While you sleep, your skin cells work to build new, healthy cells. Try putting away your phone and turning off the TV at least two hours before bedtime.
Exercise
Exercise plays a major role in helping you feel and look your best. Whether you’re training in the gym or going for a brisk walk, healthy circulation improves blood flow to your scalp, face and nails, helping you look radiant and healthy.
Stop Biting Your Nails
If you tend to bite or chew your nails, it’s time to stop. Nail biting can weaken nails and damage the surrounding