Nails
Your Nastiest Nail Issues SolvedWe all deal with chipped polish and a hangnail here and there. Next time you have a nail issue that's truly gross, here's what to do about it |
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Take the floss and gently nudge it under the nail plate that's growing into your skin. The floss helps detach the nail from the skin so the skin can heal. But, Bailey says, you have to do this daily in order to decrease the swelling. You can also soak your feet in warm salt water for 10 minutes a day, and apply Neosporin to help reduce inflammation, says Kelly L. Geoghan, DPM, podiatrist at Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore.
To prevent an ingrown toenail from happening in the first place, always cut your nails straight across, and avoid wearing pointy-toed shoes.
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very useful article
by venenumletalis Monday, April 8, 2013 at 12:09PM Report as inappropriate
Amazing! Never thought of using "Bag Balm" for ridges and yellowing or floss for ingrown toe nails. Genius!
by GigiSD Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 07:01PM Report as inappropriate
Hate when my nails split.
by Squidney Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at 03:55PM Report as inappropriate
Interesting read
by Candice11 Sunday, March 17, 2013 at 12:51AM Report as inappropriate
This was a very informative article.
by Lili04 Sunday, February 24, 2013 at 11:31PM Report as inappropriate
Yuck but good to know as I am dealing with a little fungus under left big toe. Under control thanks to tips above.
by Ydabney Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 06:34AM Report as inappropriate
I hate when my nails turn yellow from nail polish...always wear a base coat:)
by amber.flute Friday, January 11, 2013 at 01:47PM Report as inappropriate
Nasty!
by LittleBunny Thursday, January 10, 2013 at 10:01AM Report as inappropriate
Useful tips for sure!!
by sharon_siqueiros Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 08:01PM Report as inappropriate
Good information, I'm so glad I came across this article. I could definitely benefit from one of these tips
by Chantilly Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at 12:38AM Report as inappropriate