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A dirty pair of nails is probably one of the biggest turn offs when you are on a date. Have you ever experienced being utterly repulsed by someone because of unsightly nails that harbor dirt underneath the nail beds? I don't know about you but it certainly creeps me out. You can tell everything there is about a person's hygienic practices by examining their nails. How a person puts emphasis to healthy and well groomed nails is a reflection of their hygiene and how they value their body. Nails are also a good window to a person's health, where nourished nails are strong and exhibit a pinkish white hue.

Caring for your nails is one of the most important aspects of a grooming regimen if you want to get a gold star in hygiene. Having nails which are strong and beautiful need maintained care and will require you to groom it at least once a week. Even guys are getting into the habit of scheduling a manicure these days, as more people are becoming enlightened about the importance of well kept nails. When your nails are translucent and reflect a pinkish color because of circulating blood underneath it then you have nothing to worry about.

For those people who don't believe in the ritual of the manicure, there are home remedies that can keep your nails as strong and healthy as salon maintained nails. There are many things from your kitchen and medicine cabinet which you can use for your grooming regimen. First off you can purchase inexpensive coconut oil and rub it on your nails every so often, to replenish the moisture lost and keep your nails looking strong and vibrant. If you are short of coconut oil you can try substitutes such as warm castor oil or massaging your hands and nails with camphor.

Perhaps the easiest and most important grooming tip when caring for nails is also the best method of minimizing the risk of spreading bacteria and dirt. Hand washing will not only keep your hands clean and disease free, but will remove dirt from your nail beds and keep it groomed. You can also use hydrogen peroxide and apply it to your nails with the use of a cotton swab to give your nails a bleaching effect.