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**Prom Nails
What You Need To Know

If I can have pretty nails, so can you. I spent about the first 14 years of my life as a nail biter and even now, in stressful times, I find myself nibbling on the edge of a nail. But, I have learned a few tricks to make my nails look quite pretty. Start now and you will have nails that you can be proud of by the time prom night arrives.

  • *Hangnails… No Thanks
    Tonight, before you go to bed, massage your hands with your favorite hand cream. Be sure to start at the wrists and go right down to the fingertips. Not only will your hands be softer, you will be controlling the development of new hangnails.

  • *Wide Nail Beds
    If you have wide nail beds, there is a way to make it less noticeable. Stay away from intense colors. Opt for soft pinks or sheer colors.

  • *Foods That Will Help Your Nails
    Foods that are rich in iron, calcium, vitamin B and potassium are as good for your nails as they are for the rest of your body. They include soy products, bananas, celery, yogurt, eggs and seafood too.

  • *Saving The Nails
    It is really easy to pick up some bad habits. The worst are using your nails as tools. Several years ago when phones had dials, it was a really hard on your nails but everyone dialed with their nails. Luckily, punching in the numbers, as long as you use the pads of your fingers, is much easier on the nails. Start watching how you use your nails today, so that you can drop these bad habits.

  • *Right Shape For Your Nails
    The classic oval shape is most flattering, but it really depends on the shape of your fingers and hands.

  • *Is This What Your Nails Are Craving?
    If your nails are weak, splitting, fragile etc, the problem could be traced back to an inadequate water intake. Most people don't drink nearly enough.

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