It's always a great idea to give your body some extra care every once in a while. With so many spas and salons offering various beauty treatments and massages, there's something simple yet effective you can do for yourself at home. This weekend, indulge your hands and nails with a soothing hot oil manicure!
Have you ever wondered how to whiten and maintain the health of your nails at home? A hot oil manicure is the perfect solution.
What is a Hot Oil Manicure?A hot oil manicure is one of the most luxurious treatments you can give your hands. It involves treating your nails and hands to the nourishing benefits of essential oils. This treatment not only pampers your hands but also offers numerous benefits for the nails. Plus, you can easily do it at home with just a few simple ingredients.
Benefits of a Hot Oil ManicureA hot oil manicure offers several benefits, including:* Preventing premature aging of your nails
* Whitening your nails
* Cleansing and exfoliating your nails
* Improving the texture of your cuticles
* Making hangnail removal easier
How to Do a Hot Oil Manicure at HomeIngredients:½ cup almond oil
½ cup sunflower oil
½ cup olive oil
2 tbsp tea tree oil
1 tsp Vitamin E oil (or 1 Vitamin E capsule)
How to Prepare the Hot Oil:- In a bowl, combine almond oil and sunflower oil. Stir well.
- Add tea tree oil and olive oil, then blend all four oils together.
- Add Vitamin E oil or empty a Vitamin E capsule into the mixture. Mix everything until consistent.
- Heat the oil mixture in the microwave for 30 seconds until it is slightly warm and thin enough to penetrate the skin. Make sure it's comfortably warm for you to dip your hands in.
Steps:- Begin by washing your hands and nails with lukewarm water. Pat them dry with a tissue.
- Dip your hands into the oil mixture and soak them until the oil cools down completely.
- Remove your hands from the bowl and gently massage the oil into your nails, fingers, cuticles, the back of your hands, palms, and wrists. Focus on the nail beds and edges of your fingers.
- Massage for 10-15 minutes, allowing the oil to deeply penetrate your skin.
- Rinse your hands with cold water and dry them with a soft towel.
- Finish by applying a hydrating moisturizer.
Give this relaxing hot oil manicure a try and experience the soothing benefits for your hands and nails. After all, your hands deserve some pampering too!