Beauty review: Nail treatments

by Taryn Davies | 12 June 2012

Do you take care of your nails?

Taking care of our nails should be a top a priority for everybody, well-manicured nails finish off any look and make you look groomed overall.

But sometimes it's hard to keep them in all shape and the same length because they continue to snap or split.

Cuticles can also be a problem, if they're not looked after properly they can tear and leave you with unsightly and painful cuts.

Kim C.A. Ford Chairman of the British Association for Beauty Therapy and Cosmetolgy says:

"Everyone would love perfect nails, and in our busy schedules we need quick fixes. A good way to keep nails in great condition is rubbing in a good cuticle and nails cream every night, keep beside your bed so you don’t forget.

"Ensure when filing to file side to centre with a good quality file, this will help avoid splitting of the nails. If applying nail polish a base coat is a must to ensure colour will not stain nails and smoother application and a top coat to give great shine. Visit a BABTAC salon at least once a month for a professional manicure or pedicure along with great home care products and advice, which will keep the hands and feet in excellent condition."

We've taken a look at some of the best nail treatments that you need to get your hands on, now.

JASON Purifying Tea Tree Pure Natural Nail Saver
This was an effective oil that you rub into your nails. Make sure that your nails are free from varnish and rub this in with some vigour. We noticed an improvement of nail strength within a week. It also helps to revitalise dry cuticles to.
This is best if you're looking for a multi-purpose product.

Maison dAnu Nail Guard and Fortifier
We tried both the nail guard and fortifier from this beauty brand and were left surprised at how quick we noticed the difference in our nails. The nail guard is a unique 2-in-1 treatment that works as both a strengthner and a base coat. It's enriched with odourless garlic extract for it's superior strengthing ability. The nail fortifier is an intense treatment that works to strengthen weak, thin, splitting and peeling nails with calcium and coffee, this makes an incredible difference to nails after about 10 days of use.

Sally Hansen Nail Nutrition Green Tea and Bamboo Strengthener
This works as a base coat and top coat for nail varnish too. When used as a base coat it provided a smooth surface for my varnish to apply much more easily. I also found that when using glitter varnish it helped removing it much more easy. Use as a top coat for brilliant shine and plus you'll find that your manicure will last an extra day than normal.

LCN 7in1 Wonder Nail Recovery
This is an amazing multi-purpose product. You won't need much else in your kit, so it's perfect to take on holiday with you. It works as a base coat, top coat, wet look, quick dry, super harndener, ridge filler and whitener. It works especially well on sensitive, thin and brittle nails. It helps to strengthen the nail plate and evens out irregularities. After using this product nails are left shinier, stronger and brighter.

Nubar Cucumber Cuticle Oil
If you suffer from dry and damaged cuticles then you need to buy this oil NOW. Not only does it hydrate and nourish the nail, but it smells delicious too. It leaves nails feeling fresh and taken care of.

Seacret Nail Care Collection
This special collection of products comes with everything that you need for a perfect manicure. It contains a custom-designed nail care buffing block, nail file, nourishing cuticle oil, and a Dead Sea Minerals rich body lotion. After using this kit you'll look and feel amazing. It's all packaged together beautifully which makes it a perfect gift too.