Wednesday 7 October 2009

How to Cut your toenails properly




A simple task you would think but as with all things there is a better way.

Best to avoid jagged, sharp edges and for this reason I was asked by the Daily Mail to write a short piece on how to cut your toenails!
My main advice is to follow the natural contour of the nail, ie not just straight across and more gently rounded. Use clippers, not scissors ( they slip) and no digging down the sides.

See a podiatrist for advice on thickened or difficult nails. We can painlessly pare them down for you. What you do not want is to creat the nasty ingrowing toenail pictured.

Use tea tree oil to keep the nails clean and olive oil is always great for adding moisture to the nail plate and gives a nice healthy shine.







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