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Nail Exfoliation: The Missing Piece to Your Perfect Nail Care Routine

Your nails deserve more

by Urvashi Kaushal | COMMENT

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In the bustling world of beauty routines, our nails often find themselves placed in the backseat, silently hoping for a moment in the spotlight. But pause for a moment and ponder: why should they be treated any less than our precious skin?

Your nails also, silently suffocate under layers of buildup. They also crave a good exfoliation session just as much as your pores do. Yes, you heard it right! Exfoliation, the holy grail of skincare, it's not just for your face anymore. Dr. Dana Stern, a board-certified dermatologist, says, "Never before have our hands and nails been so front and center. We live in a hand-held world where our hands and nails are a center component of image." Wise words indeed.

So, let's debunk a myth right here, right now — nail exfoliation isn't just about aesthetics. It's a game-changer, a catalyst for better nail growth and stronger, more resilient nails. For healthy nails, one should clean out underneath their nails daily, says celebrity manicurist Tom Bachik. So, it's time to give those tips the TLC they truly deserve and attention they've been missing — because, let's face it, fabulous nails never go out of style.

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