"Use what u GOT to get what you WANT" ...Part I

My next couple posts are about using what God (or whoever u feel created you) has given us to reach our "flyy" capacity. These are things that you can not find in any Macy's or Forever 21 store. They are your hair, skin, and nails. Yes, there is weave to cover our hair, makeup to cover our skin, and press-ons to cover our nails, but why go through all that when we are already made to perfection. We just need to start taking care of what these gifts.

Let me start by discussing our nail situation. The best thing for our nails is an old fashioned manicure. They are given to nurture and care for our nails to promote healty and growth, as opposed to the usual "full set special" that gives short term beauty and long term damage.

If you're concerned with the length of your nails, invest in a good nail hardener to fight against chips and breaks. I use Nail Life Nail Revitalizer From Sally's. It works wonders. It's even good for repairing the damage done by fake nails.

Plus, this season is all about deep, rich, tints for nail polish. I'm talking about deep burgandy, navy blue, smoke grey, etc. These colors look HORRIBLE on long nails. It's acceptable for halloween, but on any other day, it is not flattering to look like Mrs. Adams.

In addition to hardening and nourishing the actual nail, don't forget to take care of your cuticles. What's great about manicures is that they get rid of all the dead skin that builds up around your nail bed leaving your fingers looking flawless, but be sure to moisturize between maicures as well to prevent dry skin.

Lastly, a simple nail file can keep your manicure looking as neat as a fresh "full set special". Whether you prefer a square shaped nail, or an almond shape is up to you, as long as you file every now and then to keep your nails looking neat, and to prevent your nails from breaking.

Overall, natural nails are best for the long run. We were given nails for a reason. Why not take care of them??